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Welcome to the Phelps County Jail Resource Guide

This guide is intended to assist family members and friends of inmates incarcerated at the Phelps County Jail in Nebraska. It provides detailed information about visiting hours, communication methods, inmate services, and more.

Overview of Phelps County Jail

The Phelps County Jail, located in Holdrege, Nebraska, is a facility that houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Phelps County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To find an inmate at Phelps County Jail, you can call the jail's main phone number or visit the Sheriff's Office website to check if they offer an online inmate lookup tool.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours at Phelps County Jail vary by the inmate’s housing assignment and day of the week. It is advisable to contact the jail directly or check their website for updated schedules and regulations concerning visitation.

How to Send Money

Inmates at Phelps County Jail can receive funds for their commissary account. Family and friends can send money utilizing third-party services such as MoneyGram or by depositing funds directly at the facility. Please confirm the preferred method with the jail as this may change.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make phone calls using a pre-paid account or by collect calls. Video visitation might also be available. Contact the facility to understand the set-up process and associated costs.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Jail offers various programs and services including educational programs, religious services, and mental health support to assist with the rehabilitation of inmates.

History of the Facility

The Phelps County Jail has been operational for several decades, adapting over time to meet the evolving standards in correctional facility management and inmate rehabilitation.

Security and Management Information

Phelps County Jail is managed by the Phelps County Sheriff's Office, ensuring security and order at the facility through strict adherence to state laws and regulations.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Phelps County Jail are entitled to fair treatment under the law, including access to legal resources and visitation rights as prescribed by law.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process includes taking an inmate’s personal information, fingerprinting, and photographing. The release process could vary depending on the court’s decision or completion of sentence. Timing for releases is typically communicated by the Phelps County Jail's administrative team.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate during visitation?

Only items approved by the facility such as identification documents and minimal personal belongings (e.g., keys, wallet) are allowed during visitation. All other items should be left outside the facility.

How can I apply for a visitation?

Contact Phelps County Jail to set up an appointment and become an approved visitor. This typically involves submitting personal information and passing a background check.

Famous Prisoners

Currently, there are no records of famous prisoners having served time at Phelps County Jail.

Recent News Stories

No recent news stories specific to Phelps County Jail have been recorded in the last year.

Leave a Review

If you are a current or former inmate, employee, family member or a friend of someone who is in prison, please share your feedback so others can get better understanding how the institution works. The survey is completely anonymous and your personal information will never be shared or publicly shown.

Phelps County Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

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General Stats for Nebraska

Nebraska Total Number of Inmates

9,711

Nebraska Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

11,454

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

280

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

1,156

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

970

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.14

5,133

Female

6.86

378

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

58.25

180

Detained

39.81

123

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in Nebraska