University of Northern Iowa Police Department: Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
The University of Northern Iowa Police Department is not a traditional jail facility. It is a campus law enforcement agency responsible for maintaining safety and security on the University of Northern Iowa campus in Cedar Falls, Iowa. While they may temporarily detain individuals, they do not operate a long-term detention facility.
Contact Information
Address: 30 Gilchrist Hall, Cedar Falls, IA 50614
Phone: (319) 273-2712 (non-emergency)
Emergency: 911
Website: https://police.uni.edu/
Email: uni-police@uni.edu
How to Locate an Individual
If someone has been detained by the UNI Police, they would likely be transferred to the Black Hawk County Jail. To locate an individual, contact the Black Hawk County Jail at (319) 291-2587 or use their online inmate search system.
Visitation Information
As this is not a detention facility, there are no visitation hours. For individuals transferred to the Black Hawk County Jail, refer to their visitation policies.
Sending Money
The UNI Police Department does not handle inmate accounts. For individuals transferred to the Black Hawk County Jail, contact them directly for information on sending money to inmates.
Phone Calls and Video Options
This information is not applicable to the UNI Police Department. For individuals in the Black Hawk County Jail, contact the jail directly for phone and video visitation options.
Services and Programs
The UNI Police Department offers various campus safety programs and services, including:
- Safe Ride Program
- Violent Incident Defense Strategies training
- Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) training
- Campus security escorts
History of the Facility
The University of Northern Iowa Police Department has been serving the campus community for many years, evolving alongside the university to meet the changing needs of students, faculty, and staff.
Security and Management Information
The UNI Police Department is staffed by sworn police officers who have full law enforcement authority on university property. They work closely with other local law enforcement agencies to ensure campus safety.
Legal and Visitation Rights
As this is not a detention facility, traditional inmate rights do not apply. However, individuals interacting with UNI Police have all the rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and Iowa state law.
Booking and Release Process
The UNI Police Department may temporarily detain individuals, but for formal arrests and bookings, individuals are typically transferred to the Black Hawk County Jail.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the jurisdiction of the UNI Police Department?
The UNI Police Department has jurisdiction over all University of Northern Iowa property and works in cooperation with local law enforcement for areas adjacent to campus.
Are UNI Police officers actual law enforcement officers?
Yes, UNI Police officers are sworn law enforcement officers with full police powers on university property.
What should I do in case of an emergency on campus?
In case of an emergency on campus, dial 911 immediately. For non-emergency situations, contact the UNI Police Department at (319) 273-2712.
