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University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Jail Guide

Overview of the Facility

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Jail is a short-term holding facility operated by the UW-Milwaukee Police Department. It is primarily used for temporary detention of individuals arrested on campus or in connection with university-related incidents.

Contact Information

Address: 3410 N. Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53211
Phone: (414) 229-4627
Website: https://uwm.edu/police/
Email: uwmpd@uwm.edu

How to Locate an Inmate

Due to the temporary nature of this facility, inmates are typically transferred to Milwaukee County Jail for longer-term holding. To locate an inmate, contact the UW-Milwaukee Police Department directly or check with the Milwaukee County Jail.

Visitation Information

As this is a temporary holding facility, visitation is not typically allowed. Individuals are usually transferred to other facilities for longer-term detention.

Sending Money

Money cannot be sent directly to inmates at this facility due to its temporary nature. If an inmate has been transferred to another facility, inquire about money transfer options at that location.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Phone calls may be allowed at the discretion of the arresting officers. Video calls are not available at this facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the short-term nature of this holding facility, extensive inmate services and programs are not offered. Basic needs are met during the brief detention period.

Security and Management Information

The facility is managed by the UW-Milwaukee Police Department and adheres to strict security protocols to ensure the safety of detainees and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Detainees have the right to contact an attorney. Due to the temporary nature of the facility, standard visitation rights do not apply. Legal visits may be arranged through the UW-Milwaukee Police Department.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested are booked at the UW-Milwaukee Police Department. They may be released on bail or citation, or transferred to the Milwaukee County Jail for further processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long are individuals held at this facility?

Individuals are typically held for a short period, usually no more than a few hours, before being released or transferred to another facility.

Can I post bail at the UW-Milwaukee Police Jail?

Bail procedures vary depending on the circumstances. Contact the UW-Milwaukee Police Department directly for information on bail options.

What should I do if a student is arrested and held at this facility?

Contact the UW-Milwaukee Police Department immediately for information on the student's status and potential next steps.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Jail. If you are have completed a University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police 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 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police 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 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

3410 N Maryland Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53211

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 414-229-4627 .

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 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Police 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