Miami County Jail

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Miami County Jail Information

The Miami County Jail is a 48 bed jail in the city of Paola, Miami County, Kansas.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 913-294-4444, 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: 913-294-4444

Physical Address:
118 South Pearl
Paola, KS 66071

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Miami County Jail
118 South Pearl
Paola, KS 66071

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How Do You Find Someone in the Miami County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Miami 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 913-294-4444 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Miami County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as for every county in Kansas.

Miami County Jail Inmate Search

The Miami County Jail maintains an average of 48 offenders in custody on any given day. The Miami 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 Miami County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 960 offenders.

The following charts of Miami County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Miami County Corrections Department, the state of Kansas Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Miami County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Miami County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

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About the Miami County Jail
The Miami County Jail in Kansas has a capacity of 96 beds. However, some sources suggest that the jail has a capacity of 100 beds. One source mentions that the jail has a capacity of around 22 inmates, but it is unclear if this is outdated information or if the jail has different sections with varying capacities. Another source states that the facility has a maximum capacity of 42 inmates. It is recommended to contact the Miami County Sheriff's Office for the most up-to-date information on the jail's capacity. The Miami County Jail in Kansas is located at 118 S. Pearl, Paola, KS 66071. The phone number for the jail is 913-294-4444. For questions regarding jail rules and regulations, you can contact a Jail Sergeant or Andrew Roush, Captain, at the same phone number. The Miami County Jail in Kansas has different visitation hours depending on the source. According to the official website of Miami County, KS, the visitation hours are from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. However, other sources provide different information. For example, the Miami County Jail in Indiana has visitation hours from Sunday to Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. The Miami County Jail in Kansas allows one to two visits of 30 minutes each at the facility, and potentially no limit on the number of visits when using the home. Inmates at the Miami County Jail in Kansas are allowed two 45-minute onsite video visits each week, which must be scheduled in advance. It is recommended to call the jail or check their website for the most up-to-date information on visitation hours. The Miami County Jail in Kansas has been facing issues with deteriorating conditions of confinement and officer safety. Inmates with potential mental health issues have created safety and budget concerns. However, the jail does offer counseling sessions and help from a doctor for inmates suffering from mental challenges. You can find information about current inmates in the Miami County Jail on various websites. Miami County Jail in Kansas is unique in that it is a 96-bed facility with a staff that includes a jail captain, five jail sergeants, twenty-one deputy jailers, and one jail nurse. It is located in Paola, Kansas.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Miami County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 913-294-4444.

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.

Miami County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami County and other Kansas 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 Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami County Jail
Inmate Visitation

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

Miami County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.





Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Miami County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Miami County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with your Miami County inmate using Inmate Canteen.
  • Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area at Miami County Jail.
  • You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Miami County inmate.
  • This is a fee based service.

Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Miami County Jail and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Miami County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 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 Miami County Jail?

Miami County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.


Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Miami County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Miami County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Miami County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select Kansas, then Miami County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.
  • NOTE: Miami County Jail may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Miami County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Miami County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Miami County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Miami County Jail inmate.
    1. Click the Create Account button.
    2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
    3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
    4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
    5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
    6. Click the Sign In button.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Kansas, then the Miami County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Miami County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Miami County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Miami 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 Miami County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Miami County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.

NOTE: Miami County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Items" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Miami County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.



Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Miami County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Miami County follow these instructions:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Choose a Security PIN and Password.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Kansas, then the Miami County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Miami County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Miami County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Miami County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here
  • Pay for the subscription.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Miami County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 913-294-4444 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Miami Anderson Linn Franklin Douglas Johnson Cass Bates
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