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Guide to Goodhue County Jail, Minnesota

Overview of the Facility

The Goodhue County Jail, located in Red Wing, Minnesota, serves the public and criminal justice community by providing a safe, secure, and humane environment for those person legally detained and incarcerated.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Goodhue County Jail, you can use the jail’s online inmate locator via their website. You will need the full legal name or date of birth of the inmate.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours at Goodhue County Jail are determined by the inmate's housing unit and classification. Visitors must register and schedule visits in advance via the jail’s website. All visitors must present a valid ID during visitation.

How to Send Money

Money can be deposited into an inmate’s account through the TouchPay system. You can send money online by visiting TouchPay.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Goodhue County Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls through a pre-paid account or collect calls. Additionally, video visitation options are available, which can be scheduled and conducted through the jail’s video visitation system.

Inmate Services and Programs

The jail offers various programs and services, including GED classes, religious services, and substance abuse programs to support the rehabilitation and well-being of inmates.

Security and Management Information

Goodhue County Jail is managed by the Goodhue County Sheriff's Office, ensuring high standards of security and operational management according to state regulations.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates are entitled to legal representation and are allowed to meet privately with their defense attorneys. Family members are encouraged to thoroughly understand visitation rights and rules by reviewing the jail’s policies.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process includes collection of the individual’s information, fingerprinting, and photographing. Release processes vary depending on the court’s orders, which may include bail arrangements or court dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What items can I bring to an inmate?

Only letters, money orders, and attorney documents are allowed. All other items must be approved by the administration.

Q: How can I contact an inmate?

You can contact an inmate via mail, phone calls, or during visitation sessions after scheduling.

Famous Prisoners

Information about famous prisoners at Goodhue County Jail is not readily available or may not exist.

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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

Prisons and Jails in Minnesota