Joplin Municipal Jail

Q: Does Jasper County have bail?

Does Jasper County have bail? Yes, Jasper County recognizes most types of bonds and bail conditions.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Jasper County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Jasper County? The Jasper County court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. Bail is available in several forms including a recognizance bond, uncompensated sureties, 10% cash bond or cash bond. In Missouri, Uncompensated Sureties make it so an individual may act as their own surety if they are at least 21 years of age and a resident of the state of MO. They must have net assets with a value in excess of exemptions at least equal or greater than the amount of the bond set. They cannot have been found guilty or pled no contest within the past 15 years to any felony charge and they can’t have any outstanding unsatisfied judgment entered on any bail bond in any court in Missouri or the US. POST YOUR OWN 10% CASH BOND: Bonds are generally set at a specified cash amount by the court. In Missouri, the defendant is in most instances entitled to be released upon payment of a 10% cash fee paid to the Court Clerk as the bond. This money, unlike money paid to a bondsman, is then refunded to the defendant at the conclusion of the case. This money will not be refunded to the defendant at the conclusion of the case if you have any court costs due etc. and will instead be applied to those costs which is 99% of the time almost always the case.

Q: Who can set bail in Jasper County?

Who can set bail in Jasper County? Some offenses have preset bail according to a bail schedule and can be processed at the jail without waiting for a judge. In other cases, the bail will be set by a judge.

Q: When is bail set in Jasper County Missouri?

When is bail set in Jasper County Missouri? For some offenses is set according to a pre-determined bail schedule. If this is the case the jail will inform the defendant of the bail amount during processing. In other cases, bail will be set by a judge. A bail hearing is generally scheduled within 48 hours of arrest.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Joplin Municipal Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Joplin Municipal Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Joplin Municipal Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 417-623-3131. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Joplin Municipal Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Jasper County?

What happens during booking in Jasper County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Jasper County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Joplin Municipal Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Joplin Municipal Jail? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Jasper County and other Missouri and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Joplin Municipal Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 417-623-3131 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Joplin Municipal Jail booking process take?

How long does the Joplin Municipal Jail booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Joplin Municipal Jail? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Joplin Municipal Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Joplin Municipal Jail?

Answer

To search for an inmate in the Joplin Municipal 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 417-623-3131 for the information you are looking for.

You can also look up an Jasper County inmate's criminal court case online.

Joplin Municipal 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 Joplin Municipal 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 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

The Joplin Municipal Jail maintains an average of 64 offenders in custody on any given day. The Joplin Municipal 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 Jasper County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,180 offenders.

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 2

About the Joplin Municipal Jail

Answer

The capacity of Joplin Municipal Jail in Missouri is a 64-bed facility. The address and contact number for Joplin Municipal Jail in Missouri is 303 East 3rd Street, Joplin, Missouri, 64801. Contact number: 417-623-3131.

Once an inmate has been in the jail for at least 24 hours, they can receive visitors. Visitors must be over 18 years old and have a valid government-issued photo ID.

The Joplin Municipal Jail can house up to 24 detainees in 12 basic cells and 11 prisoners in 2 transient calming cells, and is a Type 1 facility governed by Title 15 of the Missouri State Code. The jail has another two cell blocks that can hold up to 13 prisoners, and there is also a sobering cell for inmates under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

Inmates are allowed to receive mail, and all mail sent to an inmate at the Joplin Municipal Jail must include the sender's name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope or postcard. There are strict rules in place for visitation and mail, and it is important to adhere to these rules to avoid being denied a visit or having mail rejected. For more information about an inmate, you can call the jail at 417-623-3131 or visit their official website.

Jail (Main): 417-623-3131

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

Answer

How is booking conducted at Joplin Municipal Jail?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Joplin Municipal Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Joplin Municipal Jail:

Verifying identification information.
Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
Possible DNA collection.
Physical search for contraband or weapons.
Securing personal belongings.
Granting a free phone call.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 417-623-3131.

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 4

Directions / Map to the Joplin Municipal Jail

Answer

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

Answer

How to post bail for someone arrested in Jasper County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Joplin Municipal Jail in Joplin, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 417-623-3131 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Jasper County.
County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Jasper County, Missouri, visit the Joplin Municipal Jail Bail Information Page.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 6

Inmate Visitation

Answer

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail? What is the Schedule?

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Visitation

303 East Third Street
Joplin, MO 64801

417-623-3131

Call 417-623-3131 to schedule a visit with an inmate.
Visits are limited to 30 minutes.
You must be over 18 and have a government issued photo ID that is valid.
Dross in non-revealing, professional clothing.
Visits are non-contact.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joplin Municipal Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

Answer

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joplin Municipal Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

Answer

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail?

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Joplin Municipal Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Joplin Municipal Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's name
Joplin City Jail
303 East Third Street
Joplin, MO 64801

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Jasper County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Joplin Municipal Jail follow these steps:

Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Jasper County.
After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
Choose Missouri, then choose Joplin Municipal Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate.
Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Joplin Municipal Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Jasper County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Joplin Municipal Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Jasper County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joplin Municipal Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

Answer

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Joplin Municipal Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Jasper 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 Jasper 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 Joplin Municipal Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

Answer

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail, and what can I send them?

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Joplin Municipal 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 Joplin Municipal 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 name
Joplin City Jail
303 East Third Street
Joplin, MO 64801

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's name
Joplin City Jail
303 East Third Street
Joplin, MO 64801

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 Joplin Municipal 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 Joplin Municipal 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 name
Joplin City Jail
303 East Third Street
Joplin, MO 64801

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Joplin Municipal 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 Joplin Municipal Jail:
Inmate's name
Joplin City Jail
303 East Third Street
Joplin, MO 64801

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 Joplin Municipal Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 11

Inmate Commissary

Answer

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joplin Municipal Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

Answer

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Joplin Municipal Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joplin Municipal Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 13

Inmate Tablets

Answer

Do Inmates in the Joplin Municipal 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 Joplin Municipal Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-623-3131 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 14

Are there photos of the Joplin Municipal Jail? What does it look like?

Answer

View photos of the Joplin Municipal Jail ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 15

Other Jails in Jasper County

Answer

What are the other City and County Jails in Jasper County?

Jasper County County Jails

Jasper County Detention Center

Jasper County City Jails

Joplin Municipal Jail

Jasper County Juvenile Facilities

Jasper County Juvenile Detention

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Question 16

Other Jails Nearby

Answer

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jasper County?

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Joplin Municipal Jail

Search for an Inmate in Jasper County

Joplin Municipal Jail Information

How is booking conducted at Joplin Municipal Jail?

How to post bail for someone arrested in Jasper County

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Visitation

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Jasper County

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Joplin Municipal Jail

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

Search for an Inmate in Jasper County

Joplin Municipal Jail

Search for an Inmate in Jasper County

Joplin Municipal Jail Information

How is booking conducted at Joplin Municipal Jail?

How to post bail for someone arrested in Jasper County

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Visitation

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Jasper County

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Joplin Municipal Jail

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Joplin Municipal Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

Search for an Inmate in Jasper County

Inmate SearchJasper County & City of Joplin

Inmate SearchState of Missouri and Federal Lockups

Joplin Municipal JailContact Information