Located in Macon, Macon County, Missouri, the Macon County Jail is a 20-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 660-385-2062.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Macon County Jail at 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
Phone: 660-385-2062
Physical Address:
101 W. Sheridan St.
Macon, MO 63552
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Macon 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 660-385-2062 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Macon County inmate's criminal court case online.
Macon 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 Macon 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 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
The Macon County Jail maintains an average of 20 offenders in custody on any given day. The Macon 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 Macon County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 400 offenders.
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The 20-bed Macon County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Macon 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 660-385-2062, 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 Macon 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.
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 Full Name & Inmate ID #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
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 #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Macon County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Macon County Jail:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Macon County Jail at 660-385-2062.
After being arrested and booked into Macon County Jail in Macon, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 660-385-2062 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Macon County, Missouri, visit the Macon County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Macon County Jail? What is the Schedule?
101 W. Sheridan St.
Macon, MO 63552
660-385-2062
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 660-385-2062 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 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 Macon County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Macon County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Macon County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Macon County follow these instructions:
Macon County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Macon County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Macon County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Macon County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Macon 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 Macon 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 #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
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 Macon 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 Macon 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 #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
For inmates receiving mail in the Macon 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 Macon County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Macon County Jail
101 E Washington St
Macon, MO 63552
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 Macon County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Macon County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Macon County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Macon 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 Macon County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 660-385-2062 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Macon County?
This facility, known as "Macon County Jail" is also known as Macon County Jail, Missouri, Macon.
