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Guide to Carroll County Jail, Iowa

Overview of Carroll County Jail

The Carroll County Jail, located in Carroll, Iowa, serves as a detention center for individuals awaiting trial or sentencing and those serving short-term sentences in Carroll County. The facility is managed by the Carroll County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Carroll County Jail, visit the Carroll County Sheriff's Office website and access the inmate roster or contact the jail directly by phone for assistance.

Visitation Information

Visitors must register and schedule a visitation slot in advance. Each inmate is allowed one or two visits per week. Due to possible changes in visitation schedules, it is recommended to confirm with the jail's administration for current visiting hours by contacting them directly or checking their website.

Sending Money to Inmates

Money can be sent to inmates through money orders or through the online payment system provided on the Carroll County Sheriff's website. Ensure that the inmate's ID is noted on any transactions.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Carroll County Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls using a prepaid account or through collect calls. Video visitation options are also available and can be arranged via the jail's visitation scheduling system.

Inmate Services and Programs

Inmates have access to various programs and services including educational courses, religious services, and mental health counseling to support their rehabilitation and well-being while incarcerated.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Carroll County are taken to Carroll County Jail for booking, which includes fingerprinting, photos, and checking for warrants. Release processes vary depending on the court's decision, ranging from paying a bond to being released on one's own recognizance.

Frequently Asked Questions About Carroll County Jail

What items can I bring to an inmate at Carroll County Jail?

Only letters, photos, and money orders are generally accepted. For a detailed list of permissible items, please check directly with the jail or their official website.

Can I get a message to an inmate at Carroll County Jail?

It is not generally possible to send direct messages to inmates; however, you can send letters or use the email system provided through the jail communication services if available.

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How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Carroll 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 Iowa

Iowa Total Number of Inmates

13,549

Iowa Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

24,839

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

267

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

7,261

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

1,521

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.77

7,827

Female

8.23

702

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

56.46

249

Detained

36.05

159

Diverted

0.68

3

Prisons and Jails in Iowa