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Griggs County Jail Guide

Overview of the Facility

Griggs County Jail is a small detention facility located in Cooperstown, North Dakota. It serves Griggs County and primarily holds pre-trial detainees and inmates serving short sentences for misdemeanors.

Contact Information

Address: 508 2nd Ave NE, Cooperstown, ND 58425
Phone: (701) 797-2202
Website: Griggs County Sheriff's Office

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Griggs County Jail, contact the Sheriff's Office directly at the phone number provided above. They can assist you with inmate information and status.

Visitation Information

Visitation policies and hours are subject to change. Please contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail administration. They will provide guidance on acceptable methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls at designated times. For specific information about phone privileges and any available video visitation options, contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the small size of the facility, services and programs may be limited. Contact the jail administration for information on available educational, religious, or rehabilitative programs.

Security and Management

Griggs County Jail is managed by the Griggs County Sheriff's Office. The facility maintains appropriate security measures to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to attorney visits. For specific information about legal and visitation rights at Griggs County Jail, consult with the jail administration or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For information about the release process, including bail procedures, contact the jail or Griggs County Sheriff's Office.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Allowed items typically include approved clothing, hygiene products, and reading materials. Contact the jail for a specific list of permitted items.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

To post bail, contact the Griggs County Sheriff's Office or the court that set the bail. They will provide information on acceptable payment methods and procedures.

Are work release programs available?

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

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

808 Rollin Avenue SW PO Box 574, Coopersstown, ND, 58425

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 701-797-2202, 701-797-3311 .

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 Griggs 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 North Dakota

North Dakota Total Number of Inmates

3,135

North Dakota Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

5,845

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

215

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

724

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

84

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

255

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

88.23

1,469

Female

11.77

196

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

80.77

63

Detained

15.38

12

Diverted

3.85

3

Prisons and Jails in North Dakota