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Guide to Jefferson Police Jail, South Dakota

Overview of Jefferson Police Jail

Jefferson Police Jail is a short-term police jail located at 106 E. Washington St., Jefferson, SD, 57038. It is used for the detention of individuals awaiting trial or sentencing or both. As a smaller facility, it primarily holds inmates for short periods.

Contact Information

  • Address: 106 E. Washington St., Jefferson, SD, 57038
  • Phone Number: (605) 966-5512

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Jefferson Police Jail, you can call the jail’s administration directly at (605) 966-5512.

Visitation Information and Hours

Family members and friends can visit inmates at specific times which must be scheduled in advance. Visitation hours are typically set by the jail administration and may vary. For current visitation times, please contact the jail directly at the provided phone number.

Sending Money

To send money to an inmate at Jefferson Police Jail, you can use money order services. All money orders should be addressed to the inmate and sent directly to the jail. The facility does not have an online payment service for inmate accounts currently.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at Jefferson Police Jail are allowed to make outgoing phone calls to family and friends during designated times. These calls are typically made through a contracted inmate phone service provider and are subject to fees. The jail does not currently offer video visitation options.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Jefferson Police Jail provides basic amenities and food services to all inmates. Given its nature as a temporary holding facility, it may not offer extensive programming or services like larger institutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can I find out if someone is detained at Jefferson Police Jail?

A: Call the Jefferson Police Jail administration at (605) 966-5512 with the full name and, ideally, the date of birth of the person you believe to be detained there.

Q: Can I send personal items to an inmate at Jefferson Police Jail?

A: No, personal items cannot be sent directly to inmates. Allowed items typically include letters and money orders, and these can be sent following the jail's guidelines.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at the Jefferson Police Jail have the right to access legal counsel, and they are allowed family visits as per the guidelines established by the jail administration. Specific legal rights related to visitation can be confirmed directly with the facility.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals are booked at Jefferson Police Jail following their arrest and held until they post bail, are released on their own recognizance, or are transferred to a longer-term facility. The release process can be initiated by posting bail or through legal interventions.

Recent News

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General Stats for South Dakota

South Dakota Total Number of Inmates

5,351

South Dakota Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

7,550

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

371

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

3,673

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

391

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

27

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

86.23

2,881

Female

13.77

460

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

42.11

72

Detained

56.14

96

Diverted

0

0

Prisons and Jails in South Dakota