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Pocahontas County Jail, Iowa: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Pocahontas County Jail is a correctional facility located in Pocahontas, Iowa. It serves as the primary detention center for Pocahontas County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates for short-term incarceration.

Contact Information

Address: 99 Court Square, Pocahontas, IA 50574
Phone: (712) 335-3188
Website: Pocahontas County Sheriff's Office

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Pocahontas County Jail, you can call the jail directly at (712) 335-3188. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

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

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail administration. They will provide details on accepted methods of payment and any associated fees.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are generally allowed to make phone calls. For specific information on phone services and any video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on available inmate services and programs is limited. Contact the jail administration for details on educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs that may be offered.

Security and Management Information

The Pocahontas County Jail is operated by the Pocahontas County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about security measures and management policies, please contact the jail administration.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal and visitation rights. For detailed information on these rights, contact the jail administration or consult with a legal professional familiar with Iowa corrections policies.

Booking and Release Process

For information on the booking and release processes at Pocahontas County Jail, please contact the jail directly. They can provide details on required documentation and procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Allowed items may vary. Contact the jail directly for a current list of permitted items.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

For information on posting bail, contact the Pocahontas County Jail or the Pocahontas County Clerk of Court's office.

Are work release programs available?

Information on work release programs is limited. Contact the jail administration for details on any available programs.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Pocahontas County Jail. If you are have completed a Pocahontas 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 Pocahontas 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 Pocahontas County Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

99 Court Square, Pocohontas, IA, 50574

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 712-335-3308 .

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 Pocahontas 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.

Pocahontas County Jail Inmate Searcher

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Pocahontas County Jail driving directions

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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