Located in Madison, Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, the Lac Qui Parle County Jail is a 12-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 320-598-3720.
This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.
Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.
Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Minnesota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Lac Qui Parle County Jail at 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
Phone: 320-598-3720
Physical Address:
600 6th Street
Madison, MN 56256
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Lac Qui Parle 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 320-598-3720 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up any offender's court case online with the Minnesota Court Records Online application.
Lac Qui Parle County Jail Inmate Search
The Lac Qui Parle County Jail maintains an average of 12 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lac Qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 240 offenders.
The following charts of Lac qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle County Corrections Department, the state of Minnesota Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Lac qui Parle 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 Lac qui Parle 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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The 12-bed Lac Qui Parle County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Lac qui Parle County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 320-598-3720, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Lac Qui Parle County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
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:
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Lac Qui Parle County Jail 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 Lac Qui Parle County Jail:
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 320-598-3720.
Once someone is booked at Lac Qui Parle County Jail in Madison 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 320-598-3720 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Lac qui Parle County, Minnesota, see the Lac Qui Parle County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail? What is the Schedule?
600 6th Street
Madison, MN 56256
320-598-3720
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 320-598-3720 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 |
Lac Qui Parle County Jail 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 Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail?
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 Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
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 Lac qui Parle 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 Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Lac Qui Parle 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 Lac Qui Parle 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:
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
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 Lac Qui Parle 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lac Qui Parle County 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:
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
For inmates receiving mail in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Lac Qui Parle County Jail:
Lac Qui Parle County Jail
600 6th Street
Attn: Sheriff's Office
Madison, MN 5625
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Lac qui Parle County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Lac qui Parle County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Lac Qui Parle County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if tablets are available.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lac Qui Parle County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-598-3720 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Lac qui Parle County?
This facility, known as "Lac Qui Parle County Jail" is also known as Lac Qui Parle County Jail , Lac Qui Parle County Jail , Minnesota, Lac qui Parle.
