Clay County Detention Center is a 396-bed jail located in Liberty, Clay County, Missouri. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 816-407-3800.
This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.
The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Clay County Detention Center at 816-407-3800 for assistance.
Phone: 816-407-3800
Physical Address:
14 South Water Street
Liberty, MO 64068
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate’s Name
Clay County Detention Center
14 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate’s Name
Clay County Detention Center
14 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Clay County Detention 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 816-407-3800 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Clay County inmate's criminal court case online.
Clay County Detention Center 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 Clay County Detention Center, 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 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
The Clay County Detention Center maintains an average of 396 offenders in custody on any given day. The Clay County Detention 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 Clay County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 9,700 offenders.
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The 396-bed Clay County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Clay 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 816-407-3800, 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 Clay County Detention Center 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:
Inmate’s Name
Clay County Detention Center
14 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
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 Name
Clay County Detention Center
14 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Clay County Detention Center for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Clay County Detention Center includes the following steps:
The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 816-407-3800.
If someone has been booked at Clay County Detention Center in Liberty, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 816-407-3800.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
For a full guide to the bail process in Clay County, Missouri, visit the Clay County Detention Center Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Clay County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
14 South Water Street
Liberty, MO 64068
816-407-3800
WEEKDAYS - ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| TIMES | DAY | INMATE HOUSING |
| 8:15-9:00AM | MON FRI |
I, J, K, BH Ad Seg |
| 9:15-10:00AM | MON FRI |
I, J, K, BH Ad Seg |
| 10:15-11:00AM | MON FRI |
I, J, K Ad Seg |
| 1:30-2:15PM | MON FRI |
I, J, K Ad Seg |
| 3:00-3:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 4:00-4:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 7:00-7:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 8:00-8:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 3:00-3:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 4:00-4:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 7:00-7:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 8:00-8:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 3:00-3:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 4:00-4:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 7:00-7:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 8:00-8:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 3:00-3:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
| 4:00-4:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
| 7:00-7:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
| 8:00-8:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
SATURDAYS - ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| TIMES | DAY | INMATE HOUSING |
| 7:45-8:15 a.m. | SAT | A, B, C |
| 8:30-9 a.m | SAT | A, B, C |
| 9:15-9:45 a.m | SAT | A, B, C |
| 10-10:30 a.m | SAT | D, E, F, G, H |
| 10:45-11:15 a.m. | SAT | D, E, F, G, H |
| 12:45-1:15 p.m. | SAT | D, E, F, G, H |
| 1:30-2 p.m. | SAT | L, M, N |
| 3-3:30 p.m | SAT | L, M, N |
| 3:45-4:15 p.m | SAT | L, M, N |
| 6:45-7:15 p.m | SAT | L, M, N |
| 7:30-8 p.m | SAT | O, P, Q |
| 8:15-8:45 p.m | SAT | O, P, Q |
| 9-9:30 p.m | SAT | O, P, Q |
Minister Visits: Monday through Friday, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Classification Lockdown: Inmates listed in classification lockdown will not be eligible for a visit until they are classified and placed on the housing floor.
Disciplinary Lockdowns: Attorney, probation officer, and minister visits only.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Clay County Detention Center is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Clay County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Clay County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 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 Clay County Detention Center?
14 South Water Street
Liberty, MO 64068
816-407-3800
WEEKDAYS - ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| TIMES | DAY | INMATE HOUSING |
| 8:15-9:00AM | MON FRI |
I, J, K, BH Ad Seg |
| 9:15-10:00AM | MON FRI |
I, J, K, BH Ad Seg |
| 10:15-11:00AM | MON FRI |
I, J, K Ad Seg |
| 1:30-2:15PM | MON FRI |
I, J, K Ad Seg |
| 3:00-3:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 4:00-4:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 7:00-7:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 8:00-8:45PM | THU | A, B, C |
| 3:00-3:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 4:00-4:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 7:00-7:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 8:00-8:45PM | TUE | D, E, F, G, H |
| 3:00-3:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 4:00-4:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 7:00-7:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 8:00-8:45PM | WED | L, M, N |
| 3:00-3:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
| 4:00-4:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
| 7:00-7:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
| 8:00-8:45PM | FRI | O, P, Q |
SATURDAYS - ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| TIMES | DAY | INMATE HOUSING |
| 7:45-8:15 a.m. | SAT | A, B, C |
| 8:30-9 a.m | SAT | A, B, C |
| 9:15-9:45 a.m | SAT | A, B, C |
| 10-10:30 a.m | SAT | D, E, F, G, H |
| 10:45-11:15 a.m. | SAT | D, E, F, G, H |
| 12:45-1:15 p.m. | SAT | D, E, F, G, H |
| 1:30-2 p.m. | SAT | L, M, N |
| 3-3:30 p.m | SAT | L, M, N |
| 3:45-4:15 p.m | SAT | L, M, N |
| 6:45-7:15 p.m | SAT | L, M, N |
| 7:30-8 p.m | SAT | O, P, Q |
| 8:15-8:45 p.m | SAT | O, P, Q |
| 9-9:30 p.m | SAT | O, P, Q |
Minister Visits: Monday through Friday, 8:30-11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Classification Lockdown: Inmates listed in classification lockdown will not be eligible for a visit until they are classified and placed on the housing floor.
Disciplinary Lockdowns: Attorney, probation officer, and minister visits only.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Clay County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Clay County Detention Center?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Clay County Detention Center inmate, 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 Clay County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations and messages 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 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 Clay County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Clay County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Clay County Detention Center ONLY 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
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.
Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate’s Name
Clay County Detention Center
14 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate’s Name
Clay County Detention Center
14 S. Water St.
Liberty, MO 64068
Newspapers
Newspapers not allowed.
Magazines
Magazines not allowed.
Books
Books are not allowed.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Clay County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Clay County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
City Telecoin also has a secure messaging service that allows you and your inmate to send and receive messages electronically (after being read by the jail).
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Clay County Detention Center 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 jail and remotely) in Clay 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 Clay County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Clay County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-407-3800 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Clay County?
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This facility, known as "Clay County Detention Center" is also known as Clay County Jail & Detention Center , Clay County Jail & Detention Center , Missouri, Clay.
