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Meeker County Jail & Detention Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Meeker County Jail & Detention is a correctional facility located in Litchfield, Minnesota. It serves Meeker County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 326 N Ramsey Ave, Litchfield, MN 55355

Phone: (320) 693-5400

Website: https://www.co.meeker.mn.us/187/Jail

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate, you can call the jail directly at (320) 693-5400 or use the online inmate search tool provided by Meeker County Sheriff's Office.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours are typically scheduled on specific days and times. Contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date visitation schedule and policies.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through various methods:

  • Online: Through the jail's approved online payment system (contact the facility for specific details)
  • In-person: At the jail's lobby kiosk
  • Mail: Send a money order to the jail address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make phone calls using the facility's phone system. Video visitation may be available; check with the jail administration for current options and policies.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Meeker County Jail may offer various programs and services, including:

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

Security and Management Information

The Meeker County Jail is operated by the Meeker County Sheriff's Office and adheres to state and federal correctional standards for security and inmate management.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. Attorneys can visit their clients during designated hours. Family and friends must follow the established visitation schedule and procedures.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process, which includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a health screening. Release procedures vary depending on the circumstances of the inmate's detention or sentence completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have approved personal hygiene items, writing materials, and reading materials. Specific allowed items may vary, so check with the jail administration for a current list.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name, inmate ID number (if known), and the jail's address. All mail is inspected for contraband before being delivered to inmates.

Are work release programs available?

Work release programs may be available for eligible inmates. Eligibility and availability of such programs can vary. Contact the jail administration for current information on work release opportunities.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

326 North Ramsey, Litchfield, MN, 55355

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 320-693-5417, 320-693-5415 .

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 Meeker County Jail & Detention, 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.

Meeker County Jail & Detention Inmate Searcher

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Meeker County Jail & Detention 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