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Anoka County Jail Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Anoka County Jail is the main correctional facility for Anoka County, Minnesota. It houses both male and female inmates and is operated by the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 13301 Hanson Blvd NW, Andover, MN 55304
Phone: (763) 324-5000
Website: https://www.anokacounty.us/212/Jail

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate, you can use the online inmate search tool available on the Anoka County Sheriff's Office website or call the jail directly.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation is conducted through video visitation. Friends and family can schedule visits online or at kiosks in the jail lobby. Visitation hours may vary, so it's best to check the current schedule on the jail's website or by calling the facility.

How to Send Money

Money can be added to an inmate's account through several methods:

  • Online through JailATM
  • At kiosks located in the jail lobby
  • By phone at 1-866-345-1884
  • By mail (cashier's check or money order only)

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to phones to make outgoing collect calls or calls using their inmate account funds. Video visitation is available for friends and family to communicate with inmates.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Anoka County Jail offers various programs and services, including:

  • Educational programs
  • Religious services
  • Medical and mental health services
  • Substance abuse counseling

Security and Management Information

The Anoka County Jail is managed by the Anoka County Sheriff's Office and follows strict security protocols to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. All other visitation is conducted through video visitation systems.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a medical screening. Release procedures vary depending on the inmate's situation and may involve posting bail or completing a sentence.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have basic hygiene items, writing materials, and approved reading materials. Specific items may vary, so it's best to check with the jail for a current list of allowed 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 booking number on the envelope. All mail is screened before being delivered to inmates.

What types of visits are allowed?

The Anoka County Jail primarily uses video visitation for friends and family. In-person visits are generally limited to attorneys and clergy.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Anoka County MI Sanford and Walker Cottages. If you are have completed a Anoka County MI Sanford and Walker Cottages 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 Anoka County MI Sanford and Walker Cottages 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 Anoka County MI Sanford and Walker Cottages. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

7555 Fourth Avenue, Lino Lakes, MN, 55014

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 651-783-3989, 651-783-7546 .

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 Anoka County MI Sanford and Walker Cottages, 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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General Stats for Minnesota

Minnesota Total Number of Inmates

14,843

Minnesota Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

85,254

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

140

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

7,359

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

619

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

94.29

7,546

Female

5.71

457

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

41.77

396

Detained

50.63

480

Diverted

2.85

27

Prisons and Jails in Minnesota