Lynn City Jail

Q: Does Essex County have bail?

Does Essex County have bail? Essex County does not impose bail in a traditional sense. A Bail Commissioner/Bail Magistrate presides over the first appearance in court. If a judge in Massachusetts feels that the arrested will return to court for further proceedings, the arrested could be released under a conditional release without needing to pay bail money, just a $40 fee. This is called Released on Own Recognizance, or ROR. Conditions for ROR might be to obey all court orders and laws, maintain contact with the lawyer, report changes in residence or have no contact with the victim. Family support will show the court that there are people who will make sure that the defendant makes it to court. If the Bail Magistrate determines that bail is necessary to assure that the arrested returns to court, then bail must be paid in cash by the defendant, a friend or family member. If the cash is not paid, the defendant will remain in jail until the bail is changed or the case is finished. If the judge or bail schedule determines that the defendant would be a danger to the public if they were released, bail can be denied, and the person detained in a jail or prison until the case is resolved or goes to trial.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Essex County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Essex County? The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. There are two types of bonds: Personal recognizance or cash.

Q: Who can set bail in Essex County?

Who can set bail in Essex County? Bail is set by a Massachusetts bail magistrate.

Q: When is bail set in Essex County Massachusetts?

When is bail set in Essex County Massachusetts? The bail magistrate will set bail after the defendant is processed, which is usually the same day as the arrest. If the bail magistrate is not available, for example on a weekend, the police may call the bail magistrate for permission to release the defendant until the next court day.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Lynn City Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Lynn City Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Lynn City Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 781-595-2000. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Lynn City Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Essex County?

What happens during booking in Essex County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Essex County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Lynn City Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Lynn City Jail? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Essex County and other Massachusetts and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Lynn City Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 781-595-2000 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Lynn City Jail booking process take?

How long does the Lynn City Jail booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Lynn City Jail? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Lynn City Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Lynn City Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Lynn City 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 781-595-2000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an inmate's Criminal Court Case information and the Essex County Court Docket.

Lynn City Jail Inmate Search

The Lynn City Jail maintains an average of 35 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lynn City 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 Essex County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 29,220 offenders.

The following charts of Essex 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 Essex County Corrections Department, the state of Massachusetts Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Essex 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 Essex 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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Question 2

About the Lynn City Jail

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There are two correctional facilities in Essex County, Massachusetts. The Essex County Correctional Facility has a capacity of 1000 persons, while the Lynn Jail can house up to 70 women and 132 men at a time. The Lynn City Jail in Massachusetts is located at 300 Washington Street, Lynn, MA 01902. The phone number for the jail is 781-595-2000. According to various sources, Lynn City Jail in Massachusetts conducts visitations via video conferencing system at the headquarters of the Essex County Sheriff's Department. The jail can be reached 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling 781-595-2000. The visitation hours are Monday through Friday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM. For more information, you can also check the official website of the Massachusetts Department of Correction. There is no specific information available about the conditions or issues at Lynn City Jail in Massachusetts. However, there have been investigations into the conditions at Massachusetts prisons in general, which have found constitutional violations and inadequate mental health treatment for prisoners. If you are looking for information about a specific inmate, you can use the VINELink website or phone number to locate them. Additionally, there is a Lynnfield City Jail in Massachusetts, but it is unclear if this is the same facility as Lynn City Jail. There is no information available to suggest that Lynn City Jail in Massachusetts is unique in any way. Lynn is the largest city in Essex County and is known for its cultural diversity, contemporary public art, historic architecture, and downtown cultural district. Inmates at Lynn Jail can make up to three free telephone calls and can set up an account when their free phone calls are expired. The demographics of Lynn Jail consist of 11% White and 85% African American. However, there is no information available to suggest that Lynn City Jail is unique in comparison to other jails in Massachusetts or the United States.

Jail (Main): 781-595-2000
Adult Probation - Lawrence: 978-462-4474
Adult Probation - Lawrence: 978-242-1905
Adult Probation - Salem: 978-825-4880
Arrest Warrants: 617-376-6269
District Attorney: 978-745-6610
Juvenile Court - Lawrence: 978-725-4900
Juvenile Court - Lynn: 781-586-0415
Juvenile Court - Newburyport: 978-462-0617
Juvenile Court - Salem: 978-745-9660
Juvenile Probation - Lawrence: 978-725-3875
Public Defender: 978-825-2020
Sheriff: 978-750-1900
Superior Court - Lawrence: 978-242-1900
Superior Court - Newburyport: 978-462-4474
Superior Court - Salem: 978-744-5500

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How does the booking process work at Lynn City Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Lynn City Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Lynn City Jail typically includes the following steps:

Verifying identity.
Taking a mugshot.
Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
DNA collection, if required.
Conducting a thorough search.
Confiscating personal belongings.
Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 781-595-2000.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Lynn City Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Essex County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Lynn City Jail in Lynn for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 781-595-2000 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
A licensed bail bondsman in Essex County can assist with payment.
Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral.

For more information on the bail process in Essex County, Massachusetts, visit the Lynn City Jail Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lynn City Jail? What is the Schedule?

Lynn City Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

300 Washington Street
Lynn, MA 01902
781-595-2000

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 781-595-2000 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 781-595-2000 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lynn City Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lynn City Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Lynn City Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Lynn City 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 Lynn City 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:
300 Washington Street
Lynn, MA 01902

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
300 Washington Street
Lynn, MA 01902

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 Lynn City 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lynn City Jail 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:
300 Washington Street
Lynn, MA 01902

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lynn City Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Lynn City Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lynn City Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 781-595-2000 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails in Essex County

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What are the other City and County Jails in Essex County?

Essex County County Jails

Essex County Pre-Release & Re-Entry Essex County Women in Transition Middleton House of Correction

Essex County City Jails

Haverhill City Police Jail Lawrence City Police Jail Lynn City Jail Peabody City Police Jail

Essex County Juvenile Facilities

Massachusetts Department of Youth Services

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Lynn City Jail

Search for an Inmate in Essex County

Lynn City Jail Information

How does the booking process work at Lynn City Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Essex County?

Lynn City Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Lynn City Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Search for an Inmate in Essex County

Lynn City Jail

Search for an Inmate in Essex County

Lynn City Jail Information

How does the booking process work at Lynn City Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Essex County?

Lynn City Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Lynn City Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Search for an Inmate in Essex County

Inmate SearchEssex County & City of Lynn

Inmate SearchState of Massachusetts and Federal Lockups

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