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Ringgold County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The Ringgold County Jail is a small correctional facility located in Mount Ayr, Iowa. It serves Ringgold County and is operated by the Ringgold County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 801 W South St, Mount Ayr, IA 50854
Phone: (641) 464-3921
Website: Ringgold County Sheriff's Office

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Ringgold County Jail, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. The staff can assist you with inmate information and status.

Visitation Information and Hours

For visitation information and hours, please contact the jail directly. Visitation policies and schedules may vary and are subject to change.

How to Send Money

Contact the jail for specific instructions on how to send money to inmates. Methods may include money orders or approved online payment systems.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Information about phone calls and video visitation options can be obtained by contacting the jail directly. These services may be provided through third-party vendors.

Inmate Services and Programs

For information about available inmate services and programs, such as educational or rehabilitation programs, please contact the jail administration.

Security and Management Information

The Ringgold County Jail is managed by the Ringgold County Sheriff's Office. For specific security protocols and management information, contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal and visitation rights. For detailed information about these rights, contact the jail or consult with a legal professional familiar with Iowa correctional facilities.

Booking and Release Process

For information about the booking and release processes at Ringgold County Jail, contact the facility directly or consult the Ringgold County Sheriff's Office website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Contact the jail directly for a list of approved items. Generally, personal belongings are limited, and items must be approved by jail staff.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

Mail can typically be sent to the jail's address with the inmate's name clearly written. Contact the facility for specific mailing instructions and restrictions.

What are the visitation rules?

Visitation rules vary by facility. Contact the Ringgold County Jail directly for current visitation policies, schedules, and any required pre-approval processes.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

109 West South Street, Mount Ayr, IA, 50854

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 641-464-3921 .

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 Ringgold 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.

Ringgold 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.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

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Ringgold County Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Ringgold 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