Hendricks County Jail

To search for an inmate in the Hendricks 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 317-745-6269 for the information you are looking for. You can also keep tabs on an offender's criminal case by getting updated online.

Hendricks County Jail Inmate Search

The Hendricks County Jail maintains an average of 574 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hendricks 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 Hendricks County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 11,480 offenders.

The following charts of Hendricks 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 Hendricks County Corrections Department, the state of Indiana Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Hendricks 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 Hendricks 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, and a database of most wanted criminals for Hendricks County, neighboring counties and the state of Indiana.

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

Hendricks County Jail on-site Inmate Video Visitation

189 E Campus Blvd
Danville, IN 46122
317-745-6269

Support - 844-394-6639

• First, you must register with Homewav Communications online.
  
• This requires uploaded a recent photo and a copy of your valid, government issued photo ID.
• Once you do this, and after the facility approves you, you can choose Hendricks County Jail, choose your inmate and then schedule a time.
• New visitors accounts will be approved Monday thru Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM.
• Inmates are allowed three 30-minute on-site visits each week.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Hendricks County Jail Remote Inmate Video Visitation

Support - 844-394-6639

• First, you must register with Homewav Communications online.
  
• This requires uploaded a recent photo and a copy of your valid, government issued photo ID.
• Once you do this, and after the facility approves you, you can choose Hendricks County Jail, choose your inmate and then schedule a time.
• New visitors accounts will be approved Monday thru Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM.
• Inmates are allowed unlimited Remote Visits.
• Rate for Video Visitation: $.25 a minute
• No visits during meals, counts, shift changes and lockdowns.

OFF-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

• Professional visitors may be approved and shall be required to provide authorized credentials.  
• Professional visitors may visit at any reasonable hour, except between the hours of 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., and not after 11:00 p.m. or before 8:00 a.m.
• Visitation hours may be restricted by the Jail staff should circumstances warrant such restriction.

The Hendricks County Jail uses Homewav for all Video Visitation services.

The information below provides complete instructions regarding:

Visiting Hours and Visitation Schedule,
Visitation Rules,
Application & Registration
Inmate Video Visits, and
Jail Visitation Process for the Hendricks County Jail

Hendricks County Jail uses HomeWAV for Inmate Video Visitation. 

Off-site remote visits are simple and convenient for both inmates and you. 
Outgoing calls can be initiated from the detention facility without the need for advanced scheduling.
HomeWAV is compatible with both Apple iOS and Android.
HomeWAV is compatible with most major browsers on either PC or Mac computers, but works best with Google Chrome.

Following these instructions exactly will enhance your chances of having trouble-free visits.

How Much does Homewav Cost?

Hendricks County Jail charges $0.50 cents per minute for video visitation and $1.00 for each video message.  

There is NO minimum talk time. Each ‘call’ can be as short as one minute.

In addition, there is a $1.00 fee for any purchase. All “Talk to me Funds” can only be used between the inmate and the visitor who owns the account.

How does HomeWAV video visitation work?

1.  Sign Up Here.
2. Complete both steps of the registration process
3. Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
4. Then you just wait for the inmate to call

How Do I add Funds to my account?

1. Once you are logged in, click “Add Talk to Me Funds
2. Type in the amount of dollars you want to add to your account.
3. Click “Update” 
4. Choose a way to pay (Credit, debit, or prepaid card.)

Can I use HomeWAV on my smartphone or tablet?

Yes, however your HomeWAV account must be first set up online from a computer. 

Once you have added funds to your account, you will need to install the Homewav app onto your phone or tablet.

To receive calls you must log in through the app and wait for the inmate to initiate the call. 

You cannot add funds or make any changes to your account information through the app. These options are only available through the website. 

The app should be solely used for video visitation.

What are the minimum PC requirements?

1. A computer with Windows Operating System. (Note: HomeWAV works best with Chrome.)
2. Speakers or Headphones
3. Camera and microphone

Can I use HomeWAV from the jail lobby if I don’t have a computer?

Yes, Hendricks County Jail has a HomeWAV kiosk in their lobby for you to use if you don’t have a computer or smartphone, however due to COVID issues you may be temporarily prohibited entrance into their lobby. 

How does the Inmate Know I am Logged in and Ready to Visit?

1.    Make sure there are funds in your account and that you are marked as “appear online”.
2.    The moment you log in, the HomeWAV screen at the facility will light up green and display the inmates name. This informs the inmate that they have a visitor that is now logged on. 
3.    Once the inmate sees the notification, he or she will initiate the call.
4.    When the inmate initiates the call, a ringing sound will take place and a pop-up box will appear, asking you if you want to accept the call.

Can I transfer funds from one inmate to another?

If you have multiple inmates and would like to transfer your funds to a different inmate, please call HomeWAV at 314-764-2872 or email support@homewav.com and include the following information:
1.    Homewav account holder’s name.
2.    The number of minutes to be transferred.
3.    Facility Name.
4.    From which inmate to who do you want to transfer funds.

How do I get a refund on leftover funds?

Email HomeWAV at refunds@homewav.com with your refund request. 
REFUNDS are subject to a $7.50 processing fee.  *Note* refund requests must be sent from the email address of the registered visitor.

How can I contact HomeWAV if I’m having any problems?

HomeWAV Visitor Support is available 7 days a week during the following hours:

Monday – Friday 
9:00AM to 6:00PM EST

Saturday – Sunday 
8:00AM to 6:00PM EST

HomeWAV Customer Service: Call 314-764-2872, or toll free 844-394-6639.

HomeWAV Video Tutorials

HomeWAV Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

Hendricks County Jail on-site Inmate Video Visitation

189 E Campus Blvd
Danville, IN 46122
317-745-6269

Support - 844-394-6639

• First, you must register with Homewav Communications online.
  
• This requires uploaded a recent photo and a copy of your valid, government issued photo ID.
• Once you do this, and after the facility approves you, you can choose Hendricks County Jail, choose your inmate and then schedule a time.
• New visitors accounts will be approved Monday thru Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM.
• Inmates are allowed three 30-minute on-site visits each week.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Hendricks County Jail Remote Inmate Video Visitation

Support - 844-394-6639

• First, you must register with Homewav Communications online.
  
• This requires uploaded a recent photo and a copy of your valid, government issued photo ID.
• Once you do this, and after the facility approves you, you can choose Hendricks County Jail, choose your inmate and then schedule a time.
• New visitors accounts will be approved Monday thru Friday 8:00AM - 4:00PM.
• Inmates are allowed unlimited Remote Visits.
• Rate for Video Visitation: $.25 a minute
• No visits during meals, counts, shift changes and lockdowns.

OFF-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

There are five choices for putting money on an inmate's books that can be used for communication services:

1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722

2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby.  The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.

3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.

4. Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.

5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

How Do Inmates in Hendricks County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Hendricks County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

• Hendricks County Jail uses the services of HOMEWAV.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 844-394-6639. 
• Agents are available from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM CST, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Services for Hendricks County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits or Purchasing Calling Cards.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Hendricks County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, video, messaging, time limits and more, visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

Hendricks County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Hendricks 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 Hendricks 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. 
• Make sure you put your return address on the letter(s) paper as all incoming envelopes are destroyed.
• Inmates MAY receive photocopies of two (2) articles not to exceed four (4) pages total in number in their daily incoming correspondence.
• Greeting cards will be accepted and are no larger than a standard large-greeting card size (5 1/4" X 7 1/4").

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & ID#
Hendricks County Jail
Post Office Box 87
Danville, IN 46122-0087

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & ID#
Hendricks County Jail
Post Office Box 87
Danville, IN 46122-0087

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 Hendricks 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 Hendricks 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 & ID#
Hendricks County Jail
Post Office Box 87
Danville, IN 46122-0087

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

Hendricks County 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.    Hendricks County 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 Hendricks County 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 Hendricks County

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

• Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Hendricks County.
• 
• Choose Indiana, then Hendricks County 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 Hendricks 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 Hendricks 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 Hendricks County Jail, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Hendricks County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

Friends and Family can leave Video Messages for Inmates using HomeWAV Video services.

The cost is $1.00 per message. In addition, there is a $1.00 fee for any purchase. 
How does HomeWAV video messaging (email) work?

1. Sign Up.
2. Complete both steps of the registration process
3. Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
4. Send your video message.

How to Visit or Email an Inmate in Hendricks County Indiana or visiting an inmate at the jail

To visit or email an inmate in Hendricks County follow these steps:

• In addition to visiting inmates at the jail, Hendricks County Jail uses a video visitation service called HomeWav.
  
• Register and Sign Up Here.
• Complete all steps of the registration process to get full access to Hendricks County Jail inmate communication services.
• Add ‘Talk to me Funds’ to your account using your credit or debit card.
• Then you just wait for your Hendricks County inmate to communicate.
  How do you add Funds to your account?
• Once you are logged in, click “Add Talk to Me Funds".
• Type in the amount of dollars you want to add to your account.
• Click “Update”.
• Choose a way to pay (Credit, debit, or prepaid card).

Who do you contact if you are having any problems arranging the remote video visit, phoning or emailing of an inmate in Hendricks County?
Call HomeWav support at 314-764-2872, or toll free 844-394-6639.
Monday – Friday 
9:00AM to 6:00PM EST
Saturday – Sunday 
8:00AM to 6:00PM EST

NOTE: All communications between you and your inmate at Hendricks County Jail will be recorded and stored. Do not discuss your inmate's case or other sensitive information as it can be used against them (or you) in court.

For full instructions on all the benefits of using Homewav to visit a Hendricks County inmate, visiting an inmate at the jail itself, email and texting an inmate, rates, policies, rules, dress codes, bringing children, attorney and clergy visits and more, go to our official Visit Inmate Page. 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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

Hendricks County Jail now offers Homewav ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets to their inmates.

 
Homewav 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.
• Video Messages and Video Calls - Send and receive video messages and have video visits and calls with inmate.
• Job Search - 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, including GED courses.
• 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. 
• 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.

Questions:

• By phone - 314-764-2872
• By email - support@homewav.com

Hendricks County Jail now offers Homewav ComPAS™ (Portable Access System) tablets to their inmates.

 
Homewav 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 phone, visits, messages, education, self-help and entertainment.

• Register here. 

Questions:

• By phone - 314-764-2872
• By email - support@homewav.com

To learn more about Homewav tablets, the dozens of features, cost and how to get one delivered to your inmate, check out our Inmate Tablet page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hendricks County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 317-745-6269 for further assistance.

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