Jackson County Detention Center is a 872-bed jail in Kansas City, Jackson County, Missouri. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 816-881-4200.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Jackson County Detention Center at 816-881-4200 for assistance.
Phone: 816-881-4200
Physical Address:
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Jackson 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 816-881-4200 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Jackson County inmate's criminal court case online.
Jackson 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 Jackson 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 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
The Jackson County Detention Center maintains an average of 872 offenders in custody on any given day. The Jackson 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 Jackson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 21,900 offenders.
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As Jackson County prepares to build a new detention center, the current Jackson County Detention Center continues to house inmates both who are awaiting sentence and who are serving their sentences.
Upon their arrival each inmate or new arrestee will be processed and booked, including gathering background information, fingerprints, a medical assessment and mental health assessment, and at this point many will be provided the opportunity to pay bail and may be released soon after.
For those who are unable to make bail, or who are not qualified for bail, they will be held at Jackson County Detention Center until their court date or until they are released.
Classification is the next step for anyone who is not to be bonded out quickly, and this will gather their past behavior in a detention center, their criminal history, and other vital information to determine the level of security they require and where they will be housed. After the assessment and classification any required medical care will be arranged and mental health support can be recommended and arranged for the duration of their detention with referrals for continuing outside of incarceration.
Family or friends may arrive at the lobby and exchange court appropriate clothing for the ones that the detainee was arrested in before their court date, so they may be appropriately dressed to appear.
All basic needs are provided including medical, mental health, bedding and clothing, laundry services, healthy meals three times each day, a clean environment, safety and security, and education.
Treatment for any medical or mental health needs is provided including therapy, substance abuse treatment, and prescription medication.
Families may also remain in contact through the use of tablets, which allow for electronic messages, video calls and visits, and access to media. Phones are in the common areas and may be used with an account throughout the free hours and recreational time.
Mail is accepted daily and sent through the postal service only, and can be sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
... but must be free of contraband, and have a return address easily seen.
Visits are all via video at this time, and there are kiosks onsite that are available, with onsite visits being 8:00am-11am and 1:30pm-4pm, remote visits having more leeway with the following hours: 5:00 AM-6:00 AM, 8:00 AM-11:00 AM, 1:30 PM-4:00 PM, and 6:30 PM-9:30 PM daily. These visits are scheduled and engaged with through the online access at.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Jackson County Detention Center for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Jackson County Detention Center include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Jackson County Detention Center at 816-881-4200.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Jackson County Detention Center in Kansas City for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 816-881-4200.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Jackson County, Missouri, visit the Jackson County Detention Center Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No video sessions |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| SATURDAY | No video sessions |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
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 Jackson County Detention Center 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.
Jackson County Detention Center 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 Jackson County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 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 Jackson County Detention Center?
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM-5:50PM 6:00PM-9:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jackson County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center?
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 Jackson County Detention Center 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 Jackson County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jackson County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Jackson 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 Jackson 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 Jackson County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Jackson County Detention Center 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 Jackson County Detention Center 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 Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
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 Jackson County Detention Center 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 Jackson County Detention Center 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 Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
For inmates receiving mail in the Jackson County Detention Center 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 Jackson County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Master ID#
Jackson County Detention Center
1300 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
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 Jackson County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Missouri.
3. Select Jackson County Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Jackson County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Jackson County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Jackson County Detention Center 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 Jackson County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jackson County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jackson County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jackson County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Jackson 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 Jackson County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 816-881-4200 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Jackson County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jackson County?
This facility, known as "Jackson County Detention Center" is also known as Jackson County Corrections, Jackson County Jail & Detention Ctr , Jackson County Jail & Detention Ctr , Missouri, Jackson.
