Livingston County Jail

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

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Livingston County Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Livingston County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 815-844-5774. 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. Livingston County Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Livingston County?

What happens during booking in Livingston 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 Livingston 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Livingston County Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Livingston 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 Livingston 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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 with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Livingston County Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 815-844-5774 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Livingston County Jail booking process take?

How long does the Livingston 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Livingston County Jail? 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 Livingston 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Livingston County Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Livingston 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 815-844-5774 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Livingston County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

Livingston County Jail Inmate Search

The Livingston County Jail maintains an average of 188 offenders in custody on any given day. The Livingston 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 Livingston County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,760 offenders.

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About the Livingston County Jail

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Located within the Livingston County Sheriff's Office, the 188-bed Livingston County Jail is a small to mid-size jail that houses new arrestees who are facing either misdemeanor or felony charges as they await their trial and during short sentences of only a few months.

The one-story brick Public Safety Complex on Hwy-11 in Pontiac, Illinois, also houses Livingston County's 911 Center.

All current inmates are listed online for the public to check their status, bail, and other information, and staff are able to answer questions on procedures and listen to any concerns regarding an inmate if you call 815-844-5774.

Basic services are all provided, healthy meals, laundry, bedding, exercise and recreation, social interactions, medical care for all required treatments and counseling and other mental health care. Along with these, programs are in place to encourage improved social and life skills and education, and contact is encouraged with family members and friends who are not incarcerated through mail, phone calls, and visits.

One of the ways that friends and family can support inmates is through the ordering of commissary items or by adding money to the inmate account to permit them to order commissary or to make phone calls.

Mail can be sent to inmates at:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Livingston County Jail-IL
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076

... and any legal mail must be on official law office letterhead and be marked as legal mail.

Letters and cards, including appropriate photographs, will be scanned and will be delivered to the tablets of inmates and kiosks for them to access.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Livingston County Jail
844 W Lincoln St.
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

In order to have access to messaging, mail, and other tablet functions an account is needed.

Visits are 30 minutes long and each inmate may have one visit each day through video, either from the kiosk in the lobby or remotely. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday visits are 12pm-4pm and 7:30pm-9pm.

Jail (Main): 815-844-5774
Sheriff: 815-844-2774

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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Steps involved in booking at Livingston County Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Livingston County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Livingston County Jail:

Identification confirmation.
Photographs (mugshots).
Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
Potential DNA collection.
Conducting a physical search.
Seizing personal property.
Providing a free phone call.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Livingston County Jail at 815-844-5774.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Livingston County Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to pay bail in Livingston County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Livingston County Jail in Pontiac, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 815-844-5774 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
A licensed bail bondsman in Livingston County can assist with the process.
Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Livingston County, Illinois, visit the Livingston County Jail Bail Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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

Livingston County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

844 W. Lincoln Street
Pontiac, IL 61764
815-844-5774

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 815-844-5774 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one visit per day.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 815-844-5774 TO CONFIRM VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
TUESDAY	NOON - 4:00PM 7:30PM - 9:00PM
WEDNESDAY	NOON - 4:00PM 7:30PM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY	NOON - 4:00PM 7:30PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY	NOON - 4:00PM 7:30PM - 9:00PM

Livingston County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

Register and/or log in here:

VISITATION RULES

Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
$0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
Free for onsite video visitation.
There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

Livingston County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.
Register and/or log in here:

VISITATION RULES

Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
$0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
Free for onsite video visitation.
There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

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
Livingston 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 Livingston 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#
Livingston County Jail
844 W Lincoln St.
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

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.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Livingston County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Livingston County Jail follow these steps:

Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Livingston County.
After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
Choose Illinois, then choose Livingston County Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate.
Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Livingston County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Livingston County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Livingston County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Livingston County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Livingston County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Livingston 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 Livingston 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#
Livingston County Jail-IL
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Livingston County Jail
844 W Lincoln St.
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

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 Livingston 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 Livingston 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#
Livingston County Jail
844 W Lincoln St.
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

Livingston County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Livingston 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 Livingston 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#
Livingston County Jail-IL
P.O. Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076

Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Livingston County Jail
844 W Lincoln St.
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

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 Livingston 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 Livingston 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#
Livingston County Jail
844 W Lincoln St.
Pontiac, Illinois 61764

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Livingston County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Livingston County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Livingston County Jail.

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Livingston 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

Livingston 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.

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

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

Go to JailATM, choose Illinois, then choose Livingston County Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
Select the products you want shipped to them at Livingston County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Livingston County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Livingston County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Livingston County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Livingston County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Livingston 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 Livingston County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-844-5774 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Livingston County Jail? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Livingston County Jail

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Livingston County Jail Information

Steps involved in booking at Livingston County Jail

How to pay bail in Livingston County for an arrestee

Livingston County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Livingston County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Livingston County

Livingston County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Livingston County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Livingston County Jail

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

Search for an Inmate in Livingston County

Livingston County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Livingston County

Livingston County Jail Information

Steps involved in booking at Livingston County Jail

How to pay bail in Livingston County for an arrestee

Livingston County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Livingston County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Livingston County

Livingston County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Livingston County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Livingston County Jail

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

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