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Guide to Centralia Jail, Illinois

Overview of Centralia Jail

Centralia Jail is a local detention facility in Centralia, Illinois, primarily used for the incarceration of individuals awaiting trial, serving short sentences, or being held for minor offenses. It is managed by the Centralia Police Department.

Contact Information

  • Address: 222 S. Poplar Street, Centralia, IL 62801, United States
  • Phone Number: +1 618-533-7602
  • Website: Centralia Police Department
  • Email: Not publicly available.

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate housed at Centralia Jail, you can call the jail administration at +1 618-533-7602. As of now, there is no online inmate lookup system available for Centralia Jail.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. To learn more about visitation schedules and the process for getting approved, contact the jail directly at +1 618-533-7602.

How to Send Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Centralia Jail by delivering it in person during visitation hours. Please contact the facility directly for more specific guidelines or alternative methods if available.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates at Centralia Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a system set up by the facility. Charges may apply and are typically borne by the receiver or through a pre-paid account. Video visitation is not mentioned, and for further details, you may need to contact the facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

Centralia Jail may offer various programs and services designed to assist inmates in rehabilitation and reintegration, such as educational programs and counseling. Specific details on available services should be obtained directly from the facility.

Security and Management Information

The jail is overseen by the Centralia Police Department, ensuring the security and management align with local law enforcement standards. The facility includes trained correctional staff tasked with maintaining order and security within the jail.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Centralia Jail have the right to receive visitors under conditions that are reasonable, and they have rights to legal counsel. Family members should contact the jail administration for specific legal and visitation rights information.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Centralia are booked at the Centralia Jail, where they may be held until they post bail, are released on their own recognizance, or until their court appearance. Information on the booking and release process can be obtained by contacting the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What personal items can inmates receive?

Generally, inmates are only allowed to receive letters, and essential items like clothing may often be restricted. It is prudent to confirm with Centralia Jail by calling their administration.

Can I send books or magazines to an inmate?

Books and magazines are usually required to be sent directly from the publishers to ensure they are new and comply with jail regulations. Always check with jail administrative staff for the current policy.

Leave a Review

If you are a current or former inmate, employee, family member or a friend of someone who is in prison, please share your feedback so others can get better understanding how the institution works. The survey is completely anonymous and your personal information will never be shared or publicly shown.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Centralia 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

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