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Guide to Jones County Jail, Iowa

Overview of the Facility

Jones County Jail, located in Anamosa, Iowa, is operated by the Jones County Sheriff's Department. Its primary function is to detain individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences in Jones County.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Jones County Jail, you can use the inmate lookup tool available on the official Jones County Sheriff’s Office website or contact the jail directly via phone.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitors must be on the inmate’s approved visitation list. Visitation hours vary by the inmate's housing location and security level. Detailed schedules and visitation rules are available on the Jones County Sheriff’s website or by contacting the facility.

How to Send Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates through money orders or by using the online payment system. Details for the online transfers can be typically found in the facility’s official website under the commissary section.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Jones County Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a system set up by a third-party vendor. Prepaid accounts can be set up through the vendor’s website. Video visitation is also available by scheduling and following the jail's guidelines.

Inmate Services and Programs

Jones County Jail offers various programs for inmates, including educational programs, religious services, and rehabilitation programs aimed at promoting positive reintegration into society.

History of the Facility

The facility has been operating for several years and serves as a cornerstone of public safety in the Jones County area.

Security and Management Information

This facility is managed by the Jones County Sheriff’s Office, ensuring high standards of security and operational management.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Jones County Jail are entitled to have legal visits from their attorneys and are provided visitation rights under state law, although these can be restricted based on the inmate's conduct and security considerations.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Jones County are processed at the jail where they are booked, fingerprinted, and photographed. Release processes depend on the court's decisions, which might involve bail, bond, or a release on own recognizance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum length of stay at Jones County Jail?

The jail typically houses inmates serving short term sentences, generally less than one year; however, inmates awaiting trial or sentencing can be held for longer periods depending on the legal process.

Recent News

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Jones County Jail Inmate Searcher

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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