The Madison County Detention Center is a 210 bed jail in the city of Anderson, Madison County, Indiana. There is currently a new jail being constructed with 406 beds that is scheduled to be finished in the latter half of 2025.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, voicemail emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions and commissary purchases.
Phone: 765-646-9285
Physical Address:
720 Central Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Madison County Jail-IN
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 76550
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Madison County Detention Center
720 Central Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016
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To search for an inmate in the Madison County Detention Center, 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 765-646-9285 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up information on any Adult Criminal Court Case. If you need a Public Defender, a criminal lawyer paid for by the state, check out this page that keeps updated lists of them.
Madison County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Madison County Detention Center maintains an average of 210 offenders in custody on any given day. The Madison County Detention Center 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 Madison County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,280 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Madison County Detention Center, landlocked and unable to expand at its current location of 720 Central Ave in Anderson, IN 46016 (as you can see by the aerial photo below), has a rated capacity of 210 inmates, however, they not only are usually overcrowded by 25-30 inmates, but they even have to keep up to 10-20 inmates in neighboring jails. The fact is that the jail is overcrowded and has been for years, that they don't even keep people arrested for misdemeanors in their jail, it's all offenders charged with felonies.
The good news for the Sheriff, his staff, the law abiding citizens of Madison County, and to a certain extent the criminals that get arrested, help is on the way. In 2023 the decision was made to build a new 406 bed jail on a 43 acre site that is owned by Meijer, who had planned, but changed their mind, on building a second store in Anderson.
The $87 million new jail will probably take up about half of the site, leaving the county some extra room for future jail growth, should they need it. The jail is basically going to be two pods; one with 237 beds, and another with 139 beds and room to expand as need. The other beds will be special housing for inmates that need to be isolated. In addition, there will be the usual jail necessities.. a full service kitchen, laundry, medical clinic, classrooms, administrative offices, etc. The jail is being paid for with a 0.2% income tax increase that was passed in 2021. It is generating approximately $5.4 million per year.
To find out about an inmate in custody, an arrest or any of the inmate services you can call the jail 24 hours a day at 765-646-9285. In addition, anything you want to know about inmates in custody are available online on the jail's Inmate Roster and Jail Report. There are mugshots, criminal charges, past arrests, booking numbers, case numbers, court dates, dates of birth and lots of other personal information on every person in custody. The second image below shows a typical career offender's entire rap sheet, linked from the Jail Roster.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, however the jail uses a digital service to avoid contraband entering the facility. The original letter will be scanned and then destroyed. Notice the address for personal mail is not the same as the jail's.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Madison County Jail-IN
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 76550
Friends and family of inmates in the Madison County Detention Center can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 765-646-9285.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Madison County Detention Center where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Madison County Detention Center:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 765-646-9285.
Once someone is booked at Madison County Detention Center in Anderson after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 765-646-9285 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Madison County, Indiana, see the Madison County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Madison County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
720 Central Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016
765-646-9285
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
Madison County Detention Center uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 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 Madison County Detention Center?
720 Central Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016
765-646-9285
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 4:00PM 7:00PM - 11:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Madison County Detention Center?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Madison County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Madison County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Madison County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Madison County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Madison County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Madison County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Madison County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Madison County Detention Center 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 Madison County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink. No greeting cards.
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#
Madison County Jail-IN
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 76550
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Madison County Detention Center
720 Central Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher. Have your inmate get approval in advance.
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. Have your inmate get approval in advance.
Books
The Madison County Detention Center 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 Madison County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. Have your inmate get approval in advance.
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#
Madison County Detention Center
720 Central Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Madison County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Indiana.
3. Select Madison County Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Madison County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Madison County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Madison County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Madison County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Madison County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Madison County Detention Center follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Madison County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Madison County Detention Center check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Madison County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Madison County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Madison County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 765-646-9285 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Madison County?
This facility, known as "Madison County Detention Center" is also known as Madison County Jail, Madison County Jail , Madison County Jail , Indiana, Madison.