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McCook County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

McCook County Jail is a detention facility located in Salem, South Dakota. It serves McCook County and operates under the jurisdiction of the McCook County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 130 W Essex Ave, Salem, SD 57058
Phone: (605) 425-2761
Website: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at McCook County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (605) 425-2761 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 schedules and procedures.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. They will provide you with the most current methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls, but the specific policies and procedures may vary. Contact the jail for information on phone services and any available video visitation options.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on specific inmate services and programs is not readily available. Please contact the facility directly for details on educational, rehabilitative, or religious programs that may be offered.

Security and Management Information

The McCook County Jail is operated by the McCook County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about security measures and management policies, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to attorney visits. For detailed information on legal and visitation rights, contact the jail or consult with a legal professional familiar with South Dakota correctional facilities.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes are handled by the McCook County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about these procedures, please contact the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring during visitation?

Contact the jail directly for a current list of approved items for visitation. Generally, personal belongings are limited for security reasons.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

Mail can typically be sent to inmates using the jail's address. Include the inmate's full name and ID number if available. Contact the facility for specific mailing guidelines.

What medical services are available to inmates?

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

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

130 West Essex Avenue PO Box 58, Salem, SD, 57058

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 605-425-2761 .

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 McCook 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.

McCook County Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

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McCook 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