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Palo Alto County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Palo Alto County Jail is a correctional facility located in Emmetsburg, Iowa. It serves Palo Alto County and is operated by the Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 2001 Broadway Street, Emmetsburg, IA 50536
Phone: (712) 852-3535
Website: Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Palo Alto County Jail, you can contact the jail directly using the phone number provided above. Alternatively, you may be able to use the Iowa Department of Corrections website to search for inmates.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours may vary. It's best to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

Contact the jail directly for information on how to send money to inmates. They may have specific procedures or approved methods for depositing funds into inmate accounts.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls, but policies may vary. Contact the jail for specific information about phone privileges and any available video visitation options.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on specific inmate services and programs is not readily available. Contact the jail directly to inquire about educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs that may be offered to inmates.

Security and Management Information

The Palo Alto County Jail is managed by the Palo Alto County Sheriff's Office. For detailed information about security measures and management practices, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal representation and visitation. For specific information about these rights at Palo Alto County Jail, contact the facility or consult with a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes may vary. For detailed information about these procedures at Palo Alto County Jail, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

The list of allowed items may vary. Contact the jail directly for a current list of permitted items for inmates.

How can I bail someone out of Palo Alto County Jail?

To bail someone out, contact the jail or a local bail bondsman for information on the process and required documentation.

Are work release programs available?

Information about work release programs is not readily available. Contact the jail directly to inquire about any such programs that may be offered.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Palo Alto County Jail. If you are have completed a Palo Alto County Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Palo Alto County Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Palo Alto County Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

2001 11th Street PO Box 126, Emmetsburg, IA, 50536

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 712-852-3535 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Palo Alto County Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

Palo Alto County Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

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Palo Alto County Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Palo Alto County Jail.

General Stats for Iowa

Iowa Total Number of Inmates

13,549

Iowa Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

24,839

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

267

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

7,261

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

1,521

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.77

7,827

Female

8.23

702

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

56.46

249

Detained

36.05

159

Diverted

0.68

3

Prisons and Jails in Iowa