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Nisswa Police Jail, Minnesota - Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Nisswa Police Jail is a small holding facility operated by the Nisswa Police Department in Crow Wing County, Minnesota. It serves as a temporary detention center for individuals arrested in the Nisswa area before they are transferred to larger county facilities.

Contact Information

Address: 5442 City Hall Street, Nisswa, MN 56468
Phone: (218) 963-4455
Website: https://www.cityofnisswa.com/police-department

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Nisswa Police Jail, contact the Nisswa Police Department directly at (218) 963-4455. Due to the small size of the facility, inmates are typically transferred to the Crow Wing County Jail within 24-48 hours of arrest.

Visitation Information

The Nisswa Police Jail does not offer visitation due to its temporary holding status. Visitation for inmates transferred to the Crow Wing County Jail can be arranged through that facility.

How to Send Money

Money cannot be sent directly to inmates at the Nisswa Police Jail due to the short-term nature of their stay. For inmates transferred to the Crow Wing County Jail, money can be sent through that facility's approved methods.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Phone calls may be allowed at the discretion of the arresting officer. Video calls are not available at this facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the temporary nature of the Nisswa Police Jail, no long-term services or programs are offered. Basic necessities are provided during the short stay.

Security and Management Information

The Nisswa Police Jail is managed by the Nisswa Police Department. Security measures are in place to ensure the safety of detainees and staff during the temporary holding period.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Detainees have the right to contact an attorney. Due to the short-term nature of the facility, in-person visitation is not typically allowed.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Nisswa are booked at the police department and may be held temporarily before being transferred to the Crow Wing County Jail or released on bail. The release process is coordinated with the county court system.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are inmates held at the Nisswa Police Jail?

Inmates are typically held for 24-48 hours before being transferred to the Crow Wing County Jail or released.

Can I visit an inmate at the Nisswa Police Jail?

No, visitation is not allowed due to the temporary nature of the facility.

How can I find out if someone is being held at the Nisswa Police Jail?

Contact the Nisswa Police Department directly at (218) 963-4455 for information about detainees.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

5442 City Hall Street PO Box 410, Nisswa, MN, 56468

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 218-963-4301 .

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 Nisswa Police Jail, 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