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Carter County Jail, Missouri: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Carter County Jail is a correctional facility located in Van Buren, Missouri. It serves as the primary detention center for Carter County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 101 Creath Ave, Van Buren, MO 63965
Phone: (573) 323-4510
Website: No official website available

Inmate Locator

To locate an inmate at Carter County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (573) 323-4510 during regular business hours. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It is recommended to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and requirements.

Sending Money to Inmates

For information on how to send money to inmates at Carter County Jail, please contact the facility directly. They will provide guidance on accepted 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 about phone privileges and any available video visitation options, please contact the jail administration.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific inmate services and programs offered at Carter County Jail is limited. Contact the facility directly for details on educational, rehabilitative, or religious programs that may be available to inmates.

Security and Management

Carter County Jail is managed by the Carter County Sheriff's Office. For detailed information about security measures and management practices, please contact the jail administration.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal and visitation rights. For specific information about these rights at Carter County Jail, it is best to consult with the jail administration or a legal professional familiar with Missouri correctional facilities.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes at Carter County Jail follow standard procedures for correctional facilities in Missouri. For detailed information about these processes, contact the jail directly or consult with a local attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to receive?

The list of allowed items may vary. Contact the jail directly for a current list of approved items that can be sent or brought to inmates.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

To post bail, contact the Carter County Jail or the Carter County Court for information on the bail amount and accepted payment methods.

Are work release programs available at Carter County Jail?

Information about work release programs is not readily available. Contact the jail administration for details on any such programs that may be offered.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

Courthouse Square 105 Main Street PO Box 817, Van Buren, MO, 63965

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 573-323-4510 .

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 Carter County 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 Missouri

Missouri Total Number of Inmates

34,687

Missouri Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

38,749

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

374

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

20,729

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,326

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.27

21,090

Female

8.73

2,017

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

75

441

Detained

25

147

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Missouri