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Defiance County Jail Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Defiance County Jail is a correctional facility located in Defiance, Ohio. It serves Defiance County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates for shorter-term incarcerations.

Contact Information

Address: 113 Biede Ave, Defiance, OH 43512
Phone: (419) 784-1155
Website: https://www.defiancecountysheriff.com/corrections

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Defiance County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (419) 784-1155 or use the online inmate search tool on the Defiance County Sheriff's Office website.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at Defiance County Jail is typically conducted through video visitation. Contact the facility directly for current visitation schedules and procedures, as they may change.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through the following methods:

  • Online: Through the JailATM website
  • In-Person: At the kiosk located in the jail lobby
  • By Mail: Send a money order to the jail address, including the inmate's full name and booking number

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates can make phone calls using the inmate phone system. Friends and family can set up accounts through Securus Technologies to receive calls and fund the inmate's account.

Inmate Services and Programs

Defiance County Jail may offer various programs including:

  • Educational programs
  • Religious services
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Work release programs (for eligible inmates)

Security and Management Information

The Defiance County Jail is operated by the Defiance County Sheriff's Office. The facility employs trained corrections officers to maintain security and order within the jail.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. All other visits are typically conducted through video visitation systems.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a health screening. Release procedures vary depending on the circumstances of the inmate's incarceration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate?

Typically, you cannot bring items directly to an inmate. Most items must be sent through approved vendors or mailed according to specific guidelines. Contact the jail for current policies.

How do I post bail for an inmate?

Bail can be posted at the Defiance County Jail. You will need to bring the full bail amount in cash or as a cashier's check. Contact the jail for specific instructions and requirements.

What medical services are available to inmates?

The Defiance County Jail provides basic medical care to inmates. For specific medical needs or concerns, contact the jail's medical staff directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

113 Blede Avenue, Defiance, OH, 43512

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 419-784-1155 .

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 Defiance 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.

Defiance County Jail Inmate Searcher

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Defiance County Jail driving directions

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General Stats for Ohio

Ohio Total Number of Inmates

65,609

Ohio Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

201,455

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

382

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

22,769

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

8,466

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

6,204

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

92.04

41,443

Female

7.96

3,586

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

55.84

975

Detained

42.78

747

Diverted

0.69

12

Prisons and Jails in Ohio