The Dutchess County Jail is a 328 bed jail in the city of Poughkeepsie, Dutchess County, New York. Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the New York State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 845-486-3900, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Dutchess County Jail at 845-486-3900 to get it.
Phone: 845-486-3900
Physical Address:
150 North Hamilton Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate Name
Dutchess County Jail
P.O. Box 1389
Poughkeepsie, New York 12602
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate Name
Dutchess County Jail
P.O. Box 1389
Poughkeepsie, New York 12602
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Dutchess County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 845-486-3900 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Dutchess County Court or any other county court in New York. This information includes future court appearances.
Dutchess County Jail Inmate Search
The Dutchess County Jail maintains an average of 328 offenders in custody on any given day. The Dutchess County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Dutchess County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,560 offenders.
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To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Dutchess County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 845-486-3900.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Dutchess County Jail Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Dutchess County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Dutchess County and other New York and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Dutchess County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
If the Dutchess County Court has set bail in an incarcerated individual’s case, the incarcerated individual may be bailed out seven (7) days per week, twenty-four (24) hours per day, including holidays.
Bail for an inmate can be paid the following ways:
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail? What is the Schedule?
150 North Hamilton Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
845-486-3900
CONTACT VISIT SCHEDULE
| INMATES | DAY | TIMES |
| GENERAL POPULATION |
SUN | 8:30-9:30AM |
| GENERAL POPULATION |
SUN | 9:50-10:50AM |
| GENERAL POPULATION |
SUN | 12:20-1:20PM |
| SPECIAL CLASSIFICATION |
SUN | 1:50-2:50PM |
| GENERAL POPULATION |
THU | 8:30-9:30AM |
| GENERAL POPULATION |
THU | 9:50-10:50AM |
| GENERAL POPULATION |
THU | 12:20-1:20PM |
| SPECIAL CLASSIFICATION |
THU | 1:50-2:50PM |
NON-CONTACT (BOOTH) VISIT SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
| MONDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
| TUESDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
| THURSDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
| FRIDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
| SATURDAY | 8:30am – 9:30am 9:50am – 10:50am 12:20pm – 1:20pm 1:50pm - 2:50pm |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail?
1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722
2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby. The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.
3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.
4. Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.
5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.
To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Dutchess County, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail?
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Dutchess County Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Dutchess County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Dutchess County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate Name
Dutchess County Jail
P.O. Box 1389
Poughkeepsie, New York 12602
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate Name
Dutchess County Jail
P.O. Box 1389
Poughkeepsie, New York 12602
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Dutchess County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Dutchess County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate Name
Dutchess County Jail
P.O. Box 1389
Poughkeepsie, New York 12602
For inmates receiving mail in the Dutchess County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Dutchess County Jail:
Inmate Name
Dutchess County Jail
P.O. Box 1389
Poughkeepsie, New York 12602
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail, and what can I purchase?
The service they use is called icaregifts.
Instructions
1. Register here.
2. Click the "Find an Inmate" button and enter your loved one’s first name, last name, or inmate number. When the information is entered correctly, click the “Search” button to confirm they are in the system.
3. Select the icare gift you want to send them.
4. Confirm the order in your confirmation email.
5. Dutchess County Jail has up to 30 days to give your icaregift pack to your inmate.
6. You will receive a confirmation email when it is delivered.
There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from.
They range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper…
… to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items…
… with many gift packs priced in between.
Resources
Frequently Asked Questions (you must have an inmate chosen in order to review these FAQs for Dutchess County Jail
Contact Info:
888-439-5020 - 8AM–9PM ET, 7 days a week.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Dutchess County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Dutchess County Jail, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Dutchess County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dutchess County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
You can also send photos and videos to your inmate, along with your message. These can only be sent from the GTL app. (iphone, Android)
The cost to send messages and photos is approximately $1.00, and videos are $3.00.
If you have any questions, call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249.
Follow these instructions on how to arrange secure messaging (aka email and texting) of an inmate at the Dutchess County Jail
You can also send photos and videos to your inmate, along with your message.
For all the information you need to know regarding using GTL to send messages, photos and videos, how much it costs, tips and guidelines and more, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Dutchess County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Follow the instructions below to get a tablet for your inmate at Dutchess County Jail
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GTL and Viapath.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Dutchess County Jail, such as:
Free services are already available for use on the device at Dutchess County Jail.
Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
Dutchess County Jail Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What It Costs
Tablet devices include some services and the content is free.
The subscription services require additional funding.
There may be multiple options such as 7-day or 30-day subscriptions.
Costs are dependent upon the available services and what the Dutchess County Jail charges.
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page).
To find out how to get access to a tablet for an inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GTL / Viapath Services.
2. In the top menu, click on 'Services', then on 'Inmate Devices & Content'.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dutchess County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 845-486-3900 for further assistance.
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