The Cape Girardeau County Jail is a 205-bed jail located in Jackson, Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 573-243-3551.
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 Missouri 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 Cape Girardeau County Jail at 573-243-3551 for assistance.
Phone: 573-243-3551
Physical Address:
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cape Girardeau County Jail MO
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 25957
Tampa, FL 33622
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cape Girardeau County Jail
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cape Girardeau 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 573-243-3551 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Cape Girardeau County inmate's criminal court case online.
Cape Girardeau County Jail Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
The Cape Girardeau County Jail maintains an average of 205 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,580 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe current jail, Cape Girardeau County Jail in Cape Girardeau County has a capacity of 205 and is being expanded to meet a new capacity of 500 beds.
The location can be reached at 573-243-3551 to inquire about the presence and status of an inmate, their bail, court dates, and if they are able to receive visitors and make phone calls.
Operated by the Jail Division, officers are highly trained and are able to deescalate as needed, keep the facility secure, and maintain the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.
Inmates may receive basic and GED education while they are incarcerated, whether they are waiting for their trial or serving their sentence. Healthy meals are provided three times each day, along with full medical care including providing prescription medications, mental health care including counseling and support groups, substance abuse and other rehabilitative treatments, and recreational opportunities.
While in the facility inmates may make phone calls during daytime hours only, and receive mail to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cape Girardeau County Jail MO
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 25957
Tampa, FL 33622
... which will be checked for adult content and contraband upon arrival.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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 573-243-3551.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Cape Girardeau County Jail in Jackson 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 573-243-3551 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 Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, visit the Cape Girardeau County Jail Bail Information Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail? What is the Schedule?
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
573-243-3551
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
MONDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
FRIDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
SATURDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
MONDAY | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Cape Girardeau County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Cape Girardeau County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 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 Cape Girardeau County Jail?
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
573-243-3551
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
MONDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
FRIDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
SATURDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | NO VISITS ON SITE |
MONDAY | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail?
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
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Cape Girardeau County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Cape Girardeau County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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#
Cape Girardeau County Jail MO
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 25957
Tampa, FL 33622
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cape Girardeau County Jail
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
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 Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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#
Cape Girardeau County Jail
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
Postcards
The Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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#
Cape Girardeau County Jail MO
c/o Securus Digital Mail Center
PO Box 25957
Tampa, FL 33622
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cape Girardeau County Jail
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
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 Cape Girardeau 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 Cape Girardeau 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#
Cape Girardeau County Jail
216 N. Missouri
Jackson, MO 63755
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Cape Girardeau County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Cape Girardeau County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cape Girardeau County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Cape Girardeau County inmate, do the following:
Cape Girardeau County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Cape Girardeau County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Cape Girardeau County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Cape Girardeau County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Cape Girardeau County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Cape Girardeau County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Cape Girardeau County follow these instructions:
For all Cape Girardeau County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cape Girardeau County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-243-3551 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Cape Girardeau County?
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