The McLeod County Jail is a 59-bed jail located in Glencoe, McLeod County, Minnesota. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 320-864-5191.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Minnesota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call McLeod County Jail at 320-864-5191 for assistance.
Phone: 320-864-5191
Physical Address:
801 10th Street East
Glencoe, MN 55336
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the McLeod 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 320-864-5191 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.
McLeod County Jail Inmate Search
The McLeod County Jail maintains an average of 59 offenders in custody on any given day. The McLeod 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 McLeod County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,180 offenders.
The following charts of McLeod 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 McLeod 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 McLeod 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 McLeod 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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In 2018 an expansion to the Law Enforcement Addition, where the McLeod County Jail is located on the second floor, added a courthouse and new law enforcement sections. This added 19 beds to bring the capacity to 59 beds, provided a larger intake area, visitation space, and added office for both the jail and the sheriff. It is at this location that all misdemeanor and felony offenders of McLeod County will wait for their trial when unable to access bail and where they will serve their sentence as provided by the court.
Qualified inmates may engage in the work release or inmate worker programs to remain working and gaining experience during incarceration while home detention allows offenders to serve their sentence at home with a GPS tracker.
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 McLeod 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.
Programs that are focused on rehabilitation and gaining life and social skills include GED, further education, chemical abuse counseling, library access, religious guidance, and recreational activities, along with medical and mental health care for all inmates.
Onsite visits are scheduled in advance by calling the McLeod County Jail at 320-864-5191 while video visits are accessed online with visiting hours for onsite being Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday 12pm-3pm and Wednesday 6pm-9pm. Video visiting hours are 7am to 3pm and 5pm to 10pm every day.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
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#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to McLeod County 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 McLeod County Jail typically includes the following steps:
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 320-864-5191.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to McLeod County Jail in Glencoe 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 320-864-5191 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in McLeod County, Minnesota, visit the McLeod County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the McLeod County Jail? What is the Schedule?
801 10th Street East
Glencoe, MN 55336
320-864-5191
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 320-864-5191 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 12:00PM - 3:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 12:00PM - 3:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00PM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 12:00PM - 3:00PM |
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your McLeod County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the facility and remotely) in McLeod County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. 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 video visits 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 McLeod County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 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 McLeod County Jail?
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McLeod County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the McLeod County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: McLeod County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in McLeod County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for McLeod County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McLeod County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the McLeod County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from McLeod County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your McLeod County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McLeod County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the McLeod County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The McLeod 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 McLeod 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#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
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 McLeod 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 McLeod 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
For inmates receiving mail in the McLeod 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 McLeod County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McLeod County Jail
801 - 10th Street East
Glencoe, Minnesota 55336
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 McLeod County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the McLeod County Jail, and what can I purchase?
NOTE: McLeod County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in McLeod County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in McLeod County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for McLeod County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McLeod County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the McLeod County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
To send a secure email message to an inmate in McLeod County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in McLeod County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for McLeod County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McLeod County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the McLeod County 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 McLeod County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-864-5191 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding McLeod County?
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