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Bayfield County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

The Bayfield County Jail is a correctional facility located in Washburn, Wisconsin. It serves Bayfield County and houses both male and female inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences.

Contact Information

Address: 615 2nd Avenue East, Washburn, WI 54891
Phone: (715) 373-6120
Website: https://www.bayfieldcounty.org/197/Jail

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Bayfield County Jail, you can call the jail directly at (715) 373-6120 or use the Wisconsin Vine Link system at https://www.vinelink.com/#/home/site/49002.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It's best to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and requirements.

How to Send Money

Money can be sent to inmates through the following methods:

  • In-person at the jail during regular business hours
  • By mail: Send a money order to the jail address, including the inmate's full name and booking number
  • Online: Through JailATM

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use pre-paid phone accounts. For more information on phone services and potential video visitation options, contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Bayfield County Jail may offer various programs and services, including:

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

Security and Management Information

The Bayfield County Jail is operated by the Bayfield County Sheriff's Office and adheres to state and federal regulations for correctional facilities.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and visitation. For specific information on legal visits and attorney consultations, contact the jail administration.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release procedures vary depending on the circumstances of the inmate's detention or sentence completion.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have basic hygiene items, approved clothing, and limited personal effects. Specific allowed items may vary, so it's best to check with the jail for a current list.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name and booking number, followed by the jail's address: 615 2nd Avenue East, Washburn, WI 54891. All mail is subject to inspection.

Are work release programs available?

Work release programs may be available for eligible inmates. Eligibility criteria and program details can be obtained by contacting the jail administration directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

615 Second Avenue East PO Box 115, Washburn, WI, 54891-0115

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 715-373-6322, 715-373-6117 .

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 Bayfield 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 Wisconsin

Wisconsin Total Number of Inmates

31,538

Wisconsin Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

38,385

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

318

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

23,174

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

1,675

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.82

17,626

Female

6.18

1,162

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

66.04

315

Detained

27.04

129

Diverted

0.63

3

Prisons and Jails in Wisconsin