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Guide for Inmate Family Members: Ramsey County Adult Detention Center

Overview of Ramsey County Adult Detention Center

The Ramsey County Adult Detention Center, often referred to as Ramsey Jail, is located in St. Paul, Minnesota. This facility serves as the county jail for Ramsey County, handling individuals who have been arrested or sentenced for various offenses within the county.

Contact Information

Address: 425 Grove St, St Paul, MN 55101, USA
Phone Number: +1 651-266-9300
Website: Ramsey County Jail Website

Locating an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Ramsey County Jail, you can use the online inmate locator on the Sheriff's Office website. Alternatively, you can call the jail directly with the inmate's full name and date of birth for assistance.

Visitation Information

Visitation hours at Ramsey Jail vary by the inmate’s housing location. Visitors are required to register and schedule their visits in advance, which can be done through the jail’s website. Each inmate is allowed a specific number of visitation hours per week. Ensure to bring a valid ID during your visits for verification.

Sending Money to Inmates

Funds can be deposited to an inmate’s account via the online payment system, which can be accessed through TouchPay. Family members can also deposit money directly at the facility using the kiosk available in the jail lobby.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates at Ramsey County Jail are allowed to make outgoing calls through a prepaid account or collect calls. Video visitation is available and can be scheduled through the facility's scheduling system on their website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Ramsey County Jail provides various programs and services including educational programs, mental health support, religious services, and rehabilitation programs aimed at helping inmates reintegrate into society upon their release.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate at Ramsey Jail?

Visitors are not allowed to bring items directly to inmates. However, you can send books, magazines, and money orders by mail after they are inspected and approved by the jail staff.

How can I find out if someone is detained at Ramsey Jail?

You can find out if someone is detained by using the inmate locator tool on the Ramsey County Sheriff’s website or by calling the facility directly with pertinent information.

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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 Ramsey Jail inmate search website

Step 2


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General Stats for Minnesota

Minnesota Total Number of Inmates

14,843

Minnesota Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

85,254

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

140

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

7,359

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

619

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

94.29

7,546

Female

5.71

457

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

41.77

396

Detained

50.63

480

Diverted

2.85

27