The Vanderburgh County Jail is a 546-bed jail located in Evansville, Vanderburgh County, Indiana. For inmate details, you can contact them 24/7 at 812-421-6200.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They undergo booking and processing, and depending on their charges, may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
Use the inmate search tool to see who is currently in custody.
Inmates serving less than one year will do their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to the Indiana State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, mailing them, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It is useful to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence purposes. If it’s not available online, contact Vanderburgh County Jail at 812-421-6200 for assistance.
Phone: 812-421-6200
Physical Address:
3500 N. Harlan Avenue
Evansville, IN 47711
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & inmate ID#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights , KY 41076
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & inmate ID#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
Attorneys: email jailcommand@vanderburghsheriff.org to set up legal mail.
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Vanderburgh 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 812-421-6200 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court Cases for all of Indiana here.
Vanderburgh County Jail Inmate Search
The Vanderburgh County Jail maintains an average of 546 offenders in custody on any given day. The Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 11,280 offenders.
The following charts of Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh County, neighboring counties and the state of Indiana.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Vanderburgh County Jail, built in 2005, constructed with two X-shaped pods of 256 beds each, is a fairly large jail for the population of Vanderburg County in Indiana. Unfortunately it is not nearly large enough to meet the Sheriff's needs. Currently the jail needs to house as many as 175 inmates in neighboring counties, costing Vanderburgh County taxpayers as much as $200,000 per month. The jails that are absorbing the overflow are: Posey County, Mt. Vernon County and Pike County in Indiana, and Owensboro County in Kentucky. In previous years the number of inmates has reached as high as 788, even though its rated capacity is 512. Recently some double bunks were added, bringing the new capacity to 546 beds.
In April of 2023, the county gave the Sheriff permission to shop around for a $12 million loan to help fund an expansion, expected to cost around $35 million. The expansion project will add two floors to the existing facility, including 158 additional beds and a much needed mental health unit. It is estimated that as many as 70% of the inmates have mental health issues. Construction is expected to start in late 2023.
The address of the Vanderburgh County Jail in Indiana is 3500 N. Harlan Ave., Evansville, IN 47711. The contact number for the jail's administration is 812-421-6200. The jail maintains efficient jail inmate and arrest warrant records on the Inmate Jail Roster page. You can view mugshots, current arrests, inmates in custody, their criminal charges and bond, and personal information about each inmate or person arrested. If you need to look up an Vanderburgh County inmate's criminal court case, you can do that online as well.
The Vanderburgh County Jail in Indiana offers video visitation hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with the exception of noon to 1:00 PM and 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM for meal service. Inmates receive two free 30-minute visits per week, with additional visits available for $7.50 for 30 minutes.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Vanderburgh County Jail can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. They 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 812-421-6200.
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Vanderburgh County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Vanderburgh County Jail include:
Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 812-421-6200.
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Vanderburgh County Jail in Evansville for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 812-421-6200 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
For more information about bail in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, see the Vanderburgh County Jail Bail Guide.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Vanderburgh County Jail? What is the Schedule?
3500 N. Harlan Avenue
Evansville, IN 47711
812-421-6200
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
Vanderburgh County Jail 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 Vanderburgh County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 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 Vanderburgh County Jail?
3500 N. Harlan Avenue
Evansville, IN 47711
812-421-6200
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
MONDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 12:00PM 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vanderburgh County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Vanderburgh County Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
To send commissary money to an inmate in Vanderburgh County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Vanderburgh County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vanderburgh County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Vanderburgh County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Vanderburgh County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Vanderburgh County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights , KY 41076
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & inmate ID#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
Attorneys: email jailcommand@vanderburghsheriff.org to set up legal mail.
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 Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
Attorneys: email jailcommand@vanderburghsheriff.org to set up legal mail.
Postcards
The Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights , KY 41076
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & inmate ID#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
Attorneys: email jailcommand@vanderburghsheriff.org to set up legal mail.
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 Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh 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#
Vanderburgh County Detention Center
3500 North Harlan Ave
Evansville, IN 47711
Attorneys: email jailcommand@vanderburghsheriff.org to set up legal mail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vanderburgh County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Vanderburgh County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Vanderburgh County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
correctpay Contact, Help and FAQ
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
You can order an inmate commissary or a gift package of snacks and hygiene products online and have them shipped directly to the facility by ordering from MyCarePack.com.
You can learn more about commissary purchases, including what you can purchase, how much it costs, how to deposit money and more on our inmate money and commissary page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vanderburgh County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Vanderburgh County Jail 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 Vanderburgh County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Vanderburgh 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 Vanderburgh County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Vanderburgh County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Vanderburgh County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Vanderburgh County Jail 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 Vanderburgh County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 812-421-6200 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Vanderburgh County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Vanderburgh County?
This facility, known as "Vanderburgh County Jail" is also known as Vanderburgh County Jail & Detention Center , Vanderburgh County Jail & Detention Center , Indiana, Vanderburgh.