Champaign County Satellite Jail

To search for an inmate in the Champaign County Satellite 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 217-384-1243 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the  Champaign County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

Champaign County Satellite Jail Inmate Search

The Champaign County Satellite Jail maintains an average of 182 offenders in custody on any given day. The Champaign County Satellite 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 Champaign County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,400 offenders.

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

Champaign County Satellite Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

NOTE: All on-site Video Visits for both jails are held at the Satellite Jail

502 S. Lierman Avenue
Urbana, IL
217-384-1243

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• On-site Visits are free.
• Visits are 20 minutes.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed two visits each week.
• A maximum of one adult and one child are allowed per an on-site video session.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance, however walk-ins are sometimes allowed if available.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Champaign County Satellite Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits are charged a fee of $15.00 for a 20 minute visit.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
​​​​​​​5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 217-384-1243 for questions or appointments.

Champaign County Satellite Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 

Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Champaign County Satellite Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Champaign County Satellite Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

Champaign County Satellite Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

• All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
• Remote visits are charged a fee of $15.00 for a 20 minute visit.
• Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
​​​​​​​5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

• Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
• Attorneys may call 217-384-1243 for questions or appointments.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

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

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Champaign 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 Champaign 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 Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

Champaign County Satellite Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Champaign County Satellite 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 Champaign County Satellite 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:
Champaign County Jail
Prisoner's Name
204 E. Main St.
Urbana IL 61801

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Champaign County Jail
Prisoner's Name
204 E. Main St.
Urbana IL 61801

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 Champaign County Satellite 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 Champaign County Satellite 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:
Champaign County Jail
Prisoner's Name
204 E. Main St.
Urbana IL 61801

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

Champaign County Satellite Jail allows pre-determined commissary packs to be purchased by friends and family of inmates.  

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.    Champaign County Satellite 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 Champaign County Satellite Jail

Contact Info:
888-439-5020 - 8AM–9PM ET, 7 days a week.

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

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

• Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Champaign County.
• 
• Choose Illinois, then Champaign County Satellite Jail, and then the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Champaign County at any one time.
• There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 
• The gift packs for inmates in Champaign County 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.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Champaign County Satellite Jail, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Champaign County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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

Champaign County Satellite Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, 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.
• Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
• 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.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
• 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 receive their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

• By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• By email - tablets@securustech.net

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Champaign County Satellite Jail

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Champaign County follow these instructions:

• Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
• 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 Champaign County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

If you have any questions:

• Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
• Email - tablets@securustech.net

For all Champaign County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Champaign County Satellite Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-384-1243 for further assistance.

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