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Polk County Jail, Wisconsin: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Polk County Jail is a correctional facility located in Balsam Lake, Wisconsin. It serves Polk County and houses both male and female inmates who are awaiting trial or serving short-term sentences.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Polk County Jail, you can use the online inmate search tool available on the Polk County Sheriff's Office website or call the jail directly during business hours.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at Polk County Jail is typically conducted through video visitation. Visitors must schedule appointments in advance. Contact the jail for current visitation schedules and procedures.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through various methods:

  • Online: Through InmateCanteen.com
  • Kiosk: Located in the jail lobby
  • Mail: Money orders can be sent to the jail address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to phone services provided by a third-party vendor. Video visitation is available for scheduled visits. Contact the jail for more information on current phone and video options.

Inmate Services and Programs

Polk County Jail offers various programs to inmates, which may include:

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

Security and Management Information

The Polk County Jail is managed by the Polk County Sheriff's Office. The facility employs trained correctional officers and follows strict security protocols to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Polk County Jail have the right to legal representation and visitation. Attorneys can visit their clients during designated hours. All visitors must follow the jail's visitation policies and procedures.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a medical screening. 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, writing materials, and approved reading materials. All items must be approved by jail staff and purchased through the commissary.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name, inmate ID number (if known), and the jail's address. All mail is subject to inspection.

Are work release programs available?

Yes, work release programs may be available for eligible inmates. These programs allow inmates to maintain employment while serving their sentence. Eligibility is determined by jail administration.

What medical services are provided to inmates?

Polk County Jail provides basic medical care to inmates. This includes regular health screenings, medication management, and access to medical professionals for necessary treatment.

Can inmates receive packages?

Generally, inmates are not allowed to receive packages directly from family or friends. All items must be purchased through the jail's approved commissary system.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1005 West Main Street, Suite 900, Balsam Lake, WI, 54810

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 715-485-8370 .

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 Polk 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.

Polk 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

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Polk County Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Polk County Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Polk County Jail.

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