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Guide to Carlinville Jail, Illinois

Overview of the Facility

Carlinville Jail located in Carlinville, Illinois, serves as a local detention center primarily holding individuals for short terms. This facility operates under the jurisdiction of the local police department and caters to the detention needs of the city's law enforcement.

Contact Information

  • Address: 570 North Broad Street, Carlinville, IL 62626, USA
  • Phone Number: (217) 854-3135

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Carlinville Jail, you can call the facility directly at (217) 854-3135 for assistance.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours at Carlinville Jail are strictly regulated. Family members and friends wishing to visit inmates need to first contact the jail administration at the provided phone number for the updated visitation schedule and procedures.

How to Send Money

Inmates at Carlinville Jail may need funds for commissary and other expenses. To send money to an inmate, contact the facility directly to inquire about the accepted methods and procedures as they can vary.

Phone Calls and Video Visit Options

Inmates can make outgoing phone calls by purchasing calling time through the commissary. Carlinville Jail currently does not offer video visitation options for inmates. Family and friends are encouraged to rely on traditional methods for maintaining contact.

Inmate Services and Programs

The jail provides basic amenities and services to the inmates to ensure a safe and regulated environment. Specific programs available to inmates can be checked directly with the facility.

History of the Facility

Carlinville Jail has been serving the community for several decades, primarily functioning under the local police authority to provide short-term custody and ensure public safety.

Security and Management Information

The jail is managed by the Carlinville Police Department, ensuring adherence to strict law enforcement standards and security protocols to manage the inmate population effectively.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Carlinville Jail are entitled to legal representation and are granted rights to visitation under specific terms and conditions which comply with state and federal laws.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves taking information and a statement from the individual, followed by a brief detention period. Release procedures depend on court decisions or upon completion of the jail term. Immediate family can inquire directly for specific details.

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General Stats for Illinois

Illinois Total Number of Inmates

44,959

Illinois Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

88,894

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

225

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

24,744

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

4,334

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

95

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

95.4

27,159

Female

4.6

1,310

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

37.77

315

Detained

61.51

513

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Illinois