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Winneshiek County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The Winneshiek County Jail is a detention facility located in Decorah, Iowa. It serves Winneshiek County and is operated by the Winneshiek County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 400 Claiborne Drive, Decorah, IA 52101
Phone: (563) 382-4268
Website: https://www.winneshiekcounty.org/departments/sheriff/jail.php

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Winneshiek County Jail, you can call the jail directly at (563) 382-4268 or use the Iowa Department of Corrections website to search for inmates: https://doc.iowa.gov/offender-information

Visitation Information

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

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through various methods. Contact the jail for specific instructions on how to send money to inmates.

Phone Calls and Video Options

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

Inmate Services and Programs

The Winneshiek County Jail may offer various services and programs to inmates, such as educational courses, religious services, and substance abuse treatment. Contact the jail for specific information on available programs.

Security and Management Information

The Winneshiek County Jail is managed by the Winneshiek 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 and visitation privileges. For specific information about these rights and privileges at Winneshiek County Jail, contact the facility or consult with a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes at Winneshiek County Jail follow standard procedures. For detailed information about these processes, please contact the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved items. Contact the jail for a specific list of permitted items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

Mail can be sent to inmates at the jail's address. Include the inmate's full name and ID number if known. Contact the jail for specific mailing guidelines.

What medical services are available to inmates?

The Winneshiek County Jail provides basic medical care to inmates. For specific information about available medical services, please contact the facility directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

400 Claiborne Drive, Decorah, IA, 52101

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 563-382-4268, 563-382-4096 .

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 Winneshiek 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.
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Winneshiek 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