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Guide to Vernon County Jail, Missouri

Overview of Vernon County Jail

The Vernon County Jail, located in Nevada, Missouri, serves as a detention facility for individuals who are convicted or awaiting trial in Vernon County. The jail is operated by the Vernon County Sheriff's Department and focuses on maintaining a secure environment while upholding the rights and dignity of all its detainees.

Contact Information

Address: 2040 East Hunter Street, Nevada, MO, 64772

Phone Number: (417) 283-4400

Website: Vernon County Sheriff's Office

Email: Not available.

Locating an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Vernon County Jail, you can visit the Vernon County Sheriff's Office website and access the jail roster or call the jail directly at (417) 283-4400 for assistance.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list. Visitation hours vary by the inmate's housing unit and security level. You should call the jail or check the Vernon County Sheriff's website for specific visitation times.

Sending Money to Inmates

Family and friends can send money to inmates via the service provided on the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office website. Follow the instructions online to deposit funds into the inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates are allowed to make outgoing phone calls using a prepaid account or collect calls. The jail also offers video visitation which can be scheduled and conducted through an online system accessible via the Sheriff’s Office website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Vernon County Jail provides various programs intended to aid in the rehabilitation and reintegration of inmates, including educational programs, religious services, and mental health counseling.

Security and Management Information

The facility is secured using the latest technology in surveillance and monitoring, and is managed under the guidance of the Vernon County Sheriff's Department, ensuring high standards of law enforcement are met.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Vernon County Jail have the right to receive visits and legal counsel. The facility ensures compliance with all state laws concerning inmate rights for visitation and legal proceedings.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Vernon County are processed at the jail where they are booked, photographed, and fingerprinted. The release process depends on the court decision, either on bail or closing of their case.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What is the best way to contact an inmate in Vernon County Jail?

The best way to contact an inmate is through letters or by being added to their visitation list. Inmates can also make outgoing phone calls.

Q: Can I send a care package to an inmate?

Vernon County Jail does not allow care packages directly from friends and family, but you can send funds to the inmate that they can use to purchase items from the commissary.

Recent News

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General Stats for Missouri

Missouri Total Number of Inmates

34,687

Missouri Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

38,749

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

374

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

20,729

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

3,326

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

91.27

21,090

Female

8.73

2,017

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

75

441

Detained

25

147

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Missouri