The Jefferson County Jail is a 249-bed jail located in Mt. Vernon, Jefferson County, Illinois. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 618-244-8004.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Illinois State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Jefferson County Jail at 618-244-8004 for assistance.
Phone: 618-244-8004
Physical Address:
81 Elkins Rd
Mt. Vernon, IL 98339
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jailatm.com – Jefferson County Jail
INMATE ID: INMATE FULL NAME
6696 Center Grove Road
Box 272
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Jefferson 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 618-244-8004 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Jefferson County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.
Jefferson County Jail Inmate Search
The Jefferson County Jail maintains an average of 249 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jefferson 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 Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,980 offenders.
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The 249-bed Jefferson County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Jefferson County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 618-244-8004, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Jefferson County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jailatm.com – Jefferson County Jail
INMATE ID: INMATE FULL NAME
6696 Center Grove Road
Box 272
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Jefferson County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Jefferson County Jail typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 618-244-8004.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Jefferson County Jail in Mt. Vernon for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 618-244-8004 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Jefferson County, Illinois, visit the Jefferson County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail? What is the Schedule?
81 Elkins Rd
Mt. Vernon, IL 98339
618-244-8004
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 866-340-7879 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE AT LEAST ONE DAY IN ADVANCE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 11:00AM - 1:00PM 1:00PM - 8:00PM 5:00PM - 6:30PM |
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Jefferson County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Jefferson County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Jefferson County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Jefferson County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 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 Jefferson County Jail?
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visits and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Jefferson County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Jefferson County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Jefferson County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Jefferson County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
Customer Support: 877-810-0914.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Jefferson County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Jefferson County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Jefferson County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Jefferson County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Jefferson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jailatm.com – Jefferson County Jail
INMATE ID: INMATE FULL NAME
6696 Center Grove Road
Box 272
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Jefferson 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Jefferson County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Postcards
The Jefferson 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.
Envelopes
The Jefferson County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jailatm.com – Jefferson County Jail
INMATE ID: INMATE FULL NAME
6696 Center Grove Road
Box 272
Edwardsville, IL 62025
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Jefferson 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Jefferson County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Jefferson County Justice Center
911 Casey Ave
Mt. Vernon, IL 62864
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Jefferson County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Jefferson County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Jefferson County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Jefferson County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Jefferson County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Jefferson County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Jefferson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Jefferson County Jail - Sending and Receiving Messages.
How It Works:
Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.
To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Jefferson 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 Jefferson County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-244-8004 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jefferson County?
This facility, known as "Jefferson County Jail" is also known as Jefferson County Jail, Illinois, Jefferson.
