Orange County Jail

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Orange County Jail Information

The Orange County Jail is a 64 bed jail in the city of Paoli, Orange County, Indiana.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 812-723-2417, 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: 812-723-2417

Physical Address:
205 E Main Street # 5
Paoli, IN 47454

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How Do You Find Someone in the Orange County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Orange 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 812-723-2417 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up information on any Adult Criminal Court Case. If you need a Public Defender, a criminal lawyer paid for by the state, check out this page that keeps updated lists of them.

Orange County Jail Inmate Search

The Orange County Jail maintains an average of 64 offenders in custody on any given day. The Orange 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 Orange County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,280 offenders.

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About the Orange County Jail
The capacity of the Orange County Jail in Indiana varies depending on the source. According to, it has a capacity of around 92 inmates, while states that it houses about 233 male inmates. Another source, mentions that the jail has a capacity of 191 beds. Finally, states that the jail was opened in 2000 with a capacity that is not specified. The address of the Orange County Jail in Indiana is 205 East Main Street, Paoli, IN 47454. The phone number for the jail is 812-723-2417. The Orange County Jail in Indiana allows two 45-minute onsite video visits per week, which must be scheduled in advance. Visitation hours and schedules can be obtained by contacting the jail directly at 812-723-2417 or through online inmate visitation services. There have been reports of inhumane and violent conditions in Orange County jails, according to an ACLU report from 2017 and a comprehensive settlement reached in 2022. However, there has also been a dramatic reduction in the jail population in Orange County. Policy 1600 of the Orange County Sheriff's Department outlines orientation and jail rules, including disciplinary actions for inmates found hoarding or possessing another inmate's medication. It is unclear from the search results whether there are currently any ongoing issues with inmate conditions at the Orange County Jail in Indiana. There is no information available to suggest that the Orange County Jail in Indiana has any unique features or characteristics. It appears to be a standard correctional facility that houses adult inmates.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Orange County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 812-723-2417.

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.

Orange County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange County and other Indiana 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 Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange County Jail
Inmate Visitation

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

Orange County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Orange County Jail
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 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 Orange County Jail?

Orange County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

  1. Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
  2. Register with Inmate Sales.
  3. Find Orange County Jail
  4. Select 'New Purchase'
  5. Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
  6. Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
  7. Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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Google Play app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do Inmates in Orange County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Orange County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Orange County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678
  • Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Orange County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Orange County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Orange 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 Orange County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Orange 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 Orange County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

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

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

  • Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Orange County, by creating an account.
  • Select Indiana, then select Orange 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 Orange 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

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Orange 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 Orange County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-723-2417 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Orange Dubois Crawford Washington Martin Lawrence
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Search for an Inmate in Orange County

This facility, known as "Orange County Jail" is also known as Orange County Jail, Indiana, Orange.