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Aurora County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Aurora County Jail is a small detention facility located in Plankinton, South Dakota. It serves Aurora County and primarily houses pre-trial detainees and those serving short sentences for misdemeanors.

Contact Information

Address: 401 N Main St, Plankinton, SD 57368
Phone: (605) 942-7736
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Aurora County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (605) 942-7736 during regular business hours. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

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 directly. Online payment systems are not available for this facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make collect calls or use a prepaid phone system. For specific information on phone policies and any available video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on specific inmate services and programs is limited. Contact the facility for details on any available educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs.

History of the Facility

Detailed information about the history of Aurora County Jail is not readily available. The facility serves the local community as part of the county's criminal justice system.

Security and Management Information

Aurora County Jail is managed by the Aurora County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about security measures and management practices, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal representation and visitation. For detailed information on these rights and how they are implemented at Aurora County Jail, consult with the facility or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For information on the release process and any required procedures, contact the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have certain approved personal items. For a specific list of permitted items, please contact the jail directly.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

To post bail, contact the Aurora County Jail or the local court for information on the bail amount and accepted payment methods.

Are work release programs available?

Information on work release programs is not readily available. Contact the jail directly for details on any available inmate work programs.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

401 North Main Street PO Box 333, Plankinton, SD, 57368-0333

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 605-942-7736 .

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 Aurora 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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Aurora County Jail driving directions

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General Stats for South Dakota

South Dakota Total Number of Inmates

5,351

South Dakota Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

7,550

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

371

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

3,673

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

391

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

27

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

86.23

2,881

Female

13.77

460

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

42.11

72

Detained

56.14

96

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in South Dakota