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Carteret Police Jail, New Jersey - Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Carteret Police Jail is a short-term holding facility located in Carteret, New Jersey. It primarily houses individuals who have been recently arrested and are awaiting bail, transfer to a larger facility, or court appearances.

Contact Information

Address: 230 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008
Phone: (732) 541-4181
Website: Carteret Police Department

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Carteret Police Jail, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. Be prepared to provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information

Due to the short-term nature of this facility, visitation may be limited or not available. Contact the jail directly for current visitation policies and procedures.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the facility directly. As this is a short-term holding facility, options may be limited.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates may be allowed to make phone calls from the facility. Contact the jail for specific policies regarding phone usage and any potential video call options.

Inmate Services and Programs

As a short-term facility, services and programs may be limited. Basic medical care and meals are provided to inmates during their stay.

Security and Management Information

The Carteret Police Jail is managed by the Carteret Police Department and adheres to standard security protocols for a municipal holding facility.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to speak with their attorney. For information on attorney visits, contact the facility directly.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release may occur after posting bail, by court order, or transfer to another facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have basic hygiene items provided by the facility. Personal items are usually held in storage until release.

Can I bring medication for an inmate?

Medication must be approved by the facility's medical staff. Contact the jail directly for their specific medication policies.

How long do inmates typically stay at Carteret Police Jail?

As a short-term holding facility, inmates typically stay for a few hours to a few days before being released or transferred to a larger facility.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

230 Roosevelt Avenue #2, Carteret, NJ, 07008

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 732-541-4181 .

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 Carteret 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 New Jersey

New Jersey Total Number of Inmates

22,056

New Jersey Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

112,507

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

135

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

15,516

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

1,715

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

553

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

96.37

12,052

Female

3.63

454

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

57.31

294

Detained

42.11

216

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in New Jersey