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Guide for Family Members: Anderson Police Jail, Missouri

Overview of Anderson Police Jail

Anderson Police Jail, located in Anderson, Missouri, is a short-term facility where inmates are held in police custody awaiting trial or sentencing. It is a smaller detention facility primarily used for temporary confinement for suspects who have recently been arrested by Anderson Police Officers.

Contact Information

Address: 135 N. Highway 59, Anderson, MO 64831
Phone Number: (417) 845-1695

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Anderson Police Jail, call the facility directly at (417) 845-1695 with the full name and date of birth of the inmate. The staff can provide information regarding their custody status.

Visitation Information

Visitors must call ahead to find out the visitation schedule, as it can vary. All visitors are required to present valid photo identification. Minors must be accompanied by adults. Call (417) 845-1695 to schedule a visit.

Sending Money to Inmates

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Anderson Police Jail by visiting the facility or mailing a money order directly to the jail. Always include the inmate's full name and ID on the money order.

Phone Calls and Communication

Inmates at Anderson Police Jail can make outgoing phone calls via collect calls. For security reasons, incoming calls to inmates are not permitted, and all calls may be monitored and recorded.

Inmate Services and Programs

The jail offers various programs focused on the rehabilitation and mental health of the detainees which include religious services and life skills workshops.

Security and Management

Anderson Police Jail is managed by the local police department in Anderson. Its security includes routine surveillance and patrols intended to maintain a secured environment within the facility.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates are entitled to have visitors and are afforded legal rights to consult with their attorneys. For specific visitation hours and legal rights, contacting the jail directly is advised.

Booking and Release Process

Booking into Anderson Police Jail involves a search, gathering personal details, fingerprinting, and photographing the suspect. Release happens post-court decisions or when bail is posted. The process could take a few hours to complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate at Anderson Police Jail?

You can bring prescription medications with the prescription label and ID, but do not bring any other personal items unless authorized.

This guide is provided as an informative resource to help friends and family members of inmates at Anderson Police Jail, Missouri.

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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