Seward County Law Enforcement Center

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Seward County Law Enforcement Center

Seward County Law Enforcement Center is a 122-bed facility based in the city of Liberal, Seward County, Kansas. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 620-309-2000.

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 Kansas 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 Seward County Law Enforcement Center at 620-309-2000 for assistance.

Phone: 620-309-2000

Physical Address:
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901

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How Do You Find Someone in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center?

To search for an inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement 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 620-309-2000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Seward County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as for every county in Kansas.

Seward County Law Enforcement Center Inmate Search

The Seward County Law Enforcement Center maintains an average of 122 offenders in custody on any given day. The Seward County Law Enforcement 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 Seward County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,440 offenders.

The following charts of Seward 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 Seward County Corrections Department, the state of Kansas Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Seward 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 Seward 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.

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About the Seward County Law Enforcement Center

Found right in the center of Liberal, Kansas, the 122-bed Seward County Law Enforcement Center is a large multistory concrete building with windows and a large entrance on the front to welcome visitors and staff, and a windowless expanse on the back. The building is attached to the brick and stone courthouse, allowing for easy and safe transportation of offenders to all court dates.

The Sheriff’s Office operates the Seward County Law Enforcement Center and it is here that all of their arrests are processed and booked, with an assessment to determine medical needs, mental health requirements, and a determination on where they should be housed within. Both misdemeanor and felony offenders will wait for their trail or bail here, with those who are sentenced to short sentences remaining here to serve them, the majority of offenders are within the jail for under a year.

The online inmate roster provides an up to date listing of the current inmates, their charges, their bail, and other details and any questions regarding visitation or other rules can be directed to the receptionist during business hours 8:00am-5:00pm, by calling 620-309-2000.

Care is provided in the way of healthy meals three times each day, clean laundry and bedding, recreational spaces and activities, medical care for all needs both newly appearing and ongoing, and mental health care. Inmates are able to remain in contact with their family members and their friends throughout their incarceration through mail, and by phone and visits.

Incoming calls are not accepted, but they can receive mail and visits, with all mail being checked for contraband before it is delivered and before it is sent out in reply.

Visits must be scheduled in advance.

F Pod  - 
Mondays: 1:30 pm - 3 pm (Check in from 1:15 pm to 2:15 pm)
Segregation & Holding  - 
Mondays: 3:00 pm -3:30 pm ( Check in from 2:30 pm to 2:55 pm)
A Pod   - 
Mondays: 6 pm to 7:30 pm (Check in from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm)
B Pod  - 
Tuesdays: 6 pm to 7:30 pm (Check in from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm)
C Pod  - 
Wednesdays: 6 pm to 7:30 pm (Check in from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm)
D Pod  - 
Thursdays: 6 pm to 7:30 pm (Check in from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm)
E Pod  - 
Fridays: 6 pm to 7:30 pm (Check in from 5:45 pm to 6:45 pm)

All personal mail is sent to: 

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901

Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.

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

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Seward County Law Enforcement Center

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Seward County Law Enforcement Center 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 Seward County Law Enforcement Center:

  • 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 Seward County Law Enforcement Center at 620-309-2000.

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Directions / Map to the Seward County Law Enforcement Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to pay bail in Seward County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Seward County Law Enforcement Center in Liberal, 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 620-309-2000 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 Seward 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 Seward County, Kansas, visit the Seward County Law Enforcement Center Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center? What is the Schedule?

Seward County Law Enforcement Center ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901
620-309-2000

  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 620-309-2000 and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL620-309-2000  TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES  
MONDAY 1:30PM - 3:00PM F-POD
MONDAY 3:0PM - 3:30PM SEGR & HOLDING
MONDAY 6:00PM  7:00PM A-POD
TUESDAY 6:00PM - 7:30PM B-POD
WEDNESDAY 6:00PM - 7:30PM C-POD
THURSDAY 6:00PM - 7:30PM D-POD
FRIDAY 6:00PM - 7:30PM E-POD

Seward County Law Enforcement Center uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.





Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center?

Seward County Law Enforcement Center uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.


Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Seward County Law Enforcement Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

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
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Seward County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Seward County Law Enforcement Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Kansas, then select Seward County Law Enforcement Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Seward County Law Enforcement Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Seward County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Seward County Law Enforcement Center inmate.
    1. Click the Create Account button.
    2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
    3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
    4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
    5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
    6. Click the Sign In button.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Kansas, then the Seward County Law Enforcement Center, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Seward County Law Enforcement Center will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Seward County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center, and what can I send them?

Seward County Law Enforcement Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Seward County Law Enforcement 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 Seward County Law Enforcement Center 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#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the 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 Seward County Law Enforcement Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Seward County Law Enforcement Center standards will be disposed of. 
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#
Seward County Law Enforcement Center
501 N. Washington
Liberal, KS 67901

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Seward County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Seward County Law Enforcement Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Kansas, then select Seward County Law Enforcement Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Seward County Law Enforcement Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center using an Online Messaging Service?

Seward County Law Enforcement Center uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.



Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Seward County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Seward County follow these instructions:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Choose a Security PIN and Password.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Kansas, then the Seward County Law Enforcement Center, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Seward County Law Enforcement Center will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Seward County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Seward County Law Enforcement Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Seward County Law Enforcement Center may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, 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.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • 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
  • Pay for the subscription.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • 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.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Law Enforcement Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-309-2000 for further assistance.

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This facility, known as "Seward County Law Enforcement Center" is also known as Seward County Jail, Seward County Jail, Kansas, Seward.