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Inmate Guide: Bigfork Police Holding, Minnesota

Overview of the Facility

The Bigfork Police Holding is a small, temporary detention facility located in Bigfork, Minnesota. It is used for short-term holding of arrestees before they are transferred to larger county jails or released.

Contact Information

Address: 200 Main Ave, Bigfork, MN 56628
Phone: (218) 743-3245
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

Due to the temporary nature of this holding facility, it's best to contact the Bigfork Police Department directly at (218) 743-3245 for information about a specific detainee.

Visitation Information and Hours

As this is a temporary holding facility, visitation is generally not allowed. Detainees are typically held for short periods before being transferred or released.

How to Send Money

Money cannot be sent directly to detainees at this facility due to its temporary nature. If an inmate requires funds, it's best to wait until they are transferred to a longer-term facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Phone calls may be allowed at the discretion of the officers on duty. There are no video visitation options available at this facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the short-term nature of this holding facility, there are no specific inmate services or programs offered.

History of the Facility

Information about the history of the Bigfork Police Holding facility is not readily available.

Security and Management Information

The facility is managed by the Bigfork Police Department. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of detainees and staff, but specific details are not publicly disclosed.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Detainees have the right to contact an attorney. Due to the temporary nature of the facility, standard visitation rights do not apply. Consult with the on-duty officers for specific legal inquiries.

Booking and Release Process

Booking involves recording personal information, fingerprinting, and photographing the detainee. Release typically occurs when bail is posted, charges are dropped, or the detainee is transferred to a larger facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are detainees held at Bigfork Police Holding?

Detainees are typically held for short periods, usually less than 48 hours, before being released or transferred to a larger facility.

Can I bring items to a detainee at Bigfork Police Holding?

Due to the temporary nature of the facility, personal items are generally not accepted. Essential medications may be allowed with approval from the on-duty officers.

What should I do if I can't reach someone I believe is being held at Bigfork Police Holding?

Contact the Bigfork Police Department directly at (218) 743-3245 for the most up-to-date information on detainees.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

PO Box 196, Bigfork, MN, 56628

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 218-743-3851 .

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 Bigfork Police Holding, 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