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Hanson County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Hanson County Jail is a detention facility located in Alexandria, South Dakota. It serves Hanson County and provides short-term incarceration for individuals awaiting trial or serving sentences for misdemeanors.

Contact Information

Address: 720 5th St, Alexandria, SD 57311
Phone: (605) 239-4251
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Hanson County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (605) 239-4251 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 generally allowed to make phone calls. For specific information about phone privileges and any available video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific inmate services and programs is not readily available. Contact the facility for details on any educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs that may be offered.

History of the Facility

Detailed information about the history of Hanson County Jail is not readily available. The jail serves the local community of Hanson County, South Dakota.

Security and Management Information

Hanson County Jail is managed by the Hanson 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 and visitation rights. For detailed information about these rights, consult with the jail administration or a legal professional familiar with South Dakota correctional facilities.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes at Hanson County Jail follow standard procedures for county jails in South Dakota. For specific details about these processes, contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have in Hanson County Jail?

The list of allowed items may vary. Generally, inmates are provided with basic necessities. For a specific list of permitted items, contact the jail directly.

How can I post bail for an inmate at Hanson County Jail?

To post bail, contact the Hanson County Jail or the Hanson County Clerk of Courts for information on the process and accepted payment methods.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Basic medical services are typically provided to inmates. For specific information about medical care at Hanson County Jail, contact the facility directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

430 Main Street PO Box 97, Alexandria, SD, 57311-0097

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 605-239-4409 .

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 Hanson 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 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