Greene County Jail

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Greene County Jail Information

The Greene County Jail is a 21 bed jail in the city of Carrollton, Greene County, Illinois.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 217-942-6901, 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.

Phone: 217-942-6901

Physical Address:
403 7th Street
Carrollton, IL 62016

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Greene County Jail
403 7th Street
Carrollton, IL 62016

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How Do You Find Someone in the Greene County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Greene 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 217-942-6901 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the  Greene County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

Greene County Jail Inmate Search

The Greene County Jail maintains an average of 21 offenders in custody on any given day. The Greene 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 Greene County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 420 offenders.

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About the Greene County Jail
The Greene County Jail in Illinois has a capacity of 11 inmates. It is supervised by 35 staff members and also houses the Impact Incarceration Program, which has a capacity of 94 persons. Inmates have access to duplicates of books and magazines, and can be searched for online with information on visitation hours, contacts, and rules. The address of the Greene County Jail in Illinois is 403 7th Street, Carrollton, IL 62016. The phone number for the jail is 217-942-6901. The visitation hours for Greene County Jail in Illinois are not consistent across sources. It is best to call the jail directly at 217-942-6901 or visit them at 403 Seventh Street, Carrollton, IL, 62016 to inquire about their specific visitation hours and rules. The Greene County Jail in Illinois houses inmates with mental health issues, those awaiting trial, and those serving a sentence. In November 2022, a 60-year-old inmate was in serious condition after an apparent suicide attempt. The Greene County Work Camp in Roodhouse is also vacant. A 2015 state report found the jail to be well-managed but outdated, citing safety and security issues for law enforcement and inmates. Deputies are fighting contraband which is a continuous problem. The Greene County Work Camp in Illinois is unique because it is located 184 feet below sea level, making it the lowest elevation of a prison. However, there is no information to suggest that the Greene County Jail itself has any unique features or characteristics.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Greene County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Greene County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 217-942-6901.

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.

Greene County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Greene County?

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 Greene 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.

What is the booking process like at the Greene County Jail?

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 Greene County and other Illinois 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.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

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.

What happens after booking?

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 Greene 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.

How long does the Greene County Jail Booking process take?

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.

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Directions / Map to the Greene County Jail
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Greene County Jail? What is the Schedule?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Greene County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Greene County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Greene County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Greene County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Greene County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Greene County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Greene County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Greene County Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Greene County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Greene County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.


Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.  
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.


Here's how it works:

  • First you must register, and then funds are added to the inmate's account. If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
  • When an inmate gets the device they may send 5 free automated messages each day for the first three days of possession of the chirping device.  
  • These automated messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped who is sending the Chirps and the facility they are Chirping from.
  • It will then ask them to go to a direct link to the inmate's account on the Inmate Sales website.
  • The website will then instruct them to use a credit card to put money on the inmate's account.  

Cost of Chirping:  

  • Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.  Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
  • If an inmate has available funds on their chirping device they will be able to chirp any cell phone and that chirp will appear to be a normal text. 
  • If you wish to stop receiving Chirps from an inmate, reply to the Chirp with STOP.

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Google Play app

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Greene County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Greene County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Greene County, by creating an account.
  • Select Illinois, then select Greene County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

-  Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.  
-  This product allows Greene County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
-  Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
-  Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.

Inmate Sales Apps

iphone app
Google Play app

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Greene County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Greene County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Greene County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Greene County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-942-6901 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Greene County?

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Search for an Inmate in Greene County

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