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Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center is a county jail located in Windom, Minnesota. It serves Cottonwood County and houses both male and female inmates.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center, you can call the facility directly at (507) 831-1375 or use the Minnesota Statewide County Jail Roster available online.

Visitation Information and Hours

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

How to Send Money

For information on sending money to inmates, please contact the facility directly. They will provide guidance on acceptable methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls during designated times. For specific information on phone privileges and any available video visitation options, please contact the facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center may offer various services and programs to inmates, such as educational courses, religious services, and counseling. Contact the facility for a current list of available programs.

Security and Management Information

The facility is managed by the Cottonwood County Sheriff's Office. For detailed information about security measures and management practices, please contact the Sheriff's Office directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal counsel and visitation. For specific information about these rights at the Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center, consult with the facility or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For information about the release process, including bail procedures, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved items. For a list of permitted items, please contact the facility directly.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

To send mail to an inmate, address it to: Inmate's Full Name, Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center, 902 5th Avenue, Windom, MN 56101. Include your return address on the envelope.

What medical services are available to inmates?

The facility provides basic medical care to inmates. For specific information about available medical services, please contact the Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

902 5th Avenue, Windom, MN, 56101

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 507-831-1375 .

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 Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center, 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.

Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center 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.

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Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center driving directions

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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