Vermilion County Jail is a 420-bed facility based in Danville, Vermilion County, Illinois. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 217-444-0100.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the Illinois State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Vermilion County Jail at 217-444-0100 for assistance.
Phone: 217-444-0100
Physical Address:
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 22968
Tampa, FL 33622
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Vermilion County Jail
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Vermilion 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 217-444-0100 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Vermilion County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.
Vermilion County Jail Inmate Search
The Vermilion County Jail maintains an average of 420 offenders in custody on any given day. The Vermilion 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 Vermilion County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 8,840 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessIn Vermilion County the main jail and detention center, the 420-bed Vermilion County Jail, is operated by the Sheiriff’s Office and provides care and control of all offenders who are waiting for their trial or who have been sentenced.
If you are worried that someone you know may be in this detention center you can call 217-444-0100 to request that information, as well as if they have bail and how much their bail is.
Three healthy meals will be supplied each day, and the remainder of the inmate schedule will revolve around mealtimes, including time for hygiene and showers, recreational periods, exercise, access to phones and time to write letters, and even visits with friends and family.
Provided there are no limitations placed based upon behavior, every resident in Vermilion County Jail is able to make phone calls to people outside of detention, and their phone account can be funded online.
To make things easier for both inmates and their loved ones, tablets are being used throughout the building and there are kiosks within each of the housing units. Tablets can be used to receive mail, messages, video visits and phone calls, with more information being available online. These tablets will provide access to entertainment, education, contact with loved ones, and reduce any contraband getting into the facility by removing onsite mail delivery.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 22968
Tampa, FL 33622
... where it is checked, scanned, and delivered digitally to the inmates via tablet.
As visits are also now done via videocall an account must be created online, and this is where the schedule for the visits will also be posted, with no visit beginning earlier than breakfast and none going past lockdown for the night.
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Vermilion 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 Vermilion County Jail:
Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Vermilion County Jail at 217-444-0100.
Once an individual is booked at Vermilion County Jail in Danville, 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 217-444-0100 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Vermilion County, Illinois, visit the Vermilion County Jail Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Vermilion County Jail? What is the Schedule?
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
217-444-0100
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 1:00 PM - 02:30 PM |
MONDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
TUESDAY | 7:00 PM - 08:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 PM - 08:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
FRIDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
SATURDAY | 1:00 PM - 02:30 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
MONDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
TUESDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
THURSDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
FRIDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
10:00 AM - 02:15 PM
04:00 PM - 09:45 PM
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 Vermilion County 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.
Vermilion County 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 Vermilion County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Vermilion County Jail?
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
217-444-0100
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 1:00 PM - 02:30 PM |
MONDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
TUESDAY | 7:00 PM - 08:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 PM - 08:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 08:30 PM |
FRIDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
SATURDAY | 1:00 PM - 02:30 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
MONDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
TUESDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
THURSDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
FRIDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 02:15 PM 04:00 PM - 09:45 PM |
10:00 AM - 02:15 PM
04:00 PM - 09:45 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vermilion County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Vermilion County Jail?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Vermilion County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to:
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 217-444-0100 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vermilion County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Vermilion County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Vermilion 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 Vermilion 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 Vermilion County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Vermilion County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Vermilion 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 Vermilion County Jail also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 22968
Tampa, FL 33622
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 Vermilion 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Vermilion 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#
Vermilion County Jail
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
Postcards
The Vermilion 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 Vermilion County Jail also allows regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 22968
Tampa, FL 33622
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 Vermilion 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Vermilion 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 mail, newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Vermilion County Jail
2 E. South Street
Danville, IL 61832
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vermilion County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Vermilion 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 Vermilion County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Vermilion County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Vermilion County inmate, do the following:
Vermilion County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Vermilion County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Vermilion County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Vermilion County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Vermilion County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vermilion County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Vermilion County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Vermilion County follow these instructions:
For all Vermilion 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 Vermilion County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-444-0100 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Vermilion County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Vermilion County?
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