The McDonald County Jail is a 40-bed jail located in Pineville, McDonald County, Missouri. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 417-223-4319.
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 McDonald County Jail at 417-223-4319 for assistance.
Phone: 417-223-4319
Physical Address:
300 East 7th Street
Pineville, MO 64856
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McDonald County Jail
PO Box 68
Pineville, MO 64856
(personal mail - postcards only)
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McDonald County Jail
PO Box 68
Pineville, MO 64856
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the McDonald 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 417-223-4319 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an McDonald County inmate's criminal court case online.
McDonald 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 McDonald 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 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
The McDonald County Jail maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The McDonald 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 McDonald County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.
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In McDonald County the Sheriff’s Office is responsible for the main law enforcement duties, including managing and staffing the 40-bed McDonald County Jail. It is at this jail that all of the misdemeanor and felony arrests will be processed, booked, and held until they have made bail, are having their trial, or have finished a short sentence that is not longer than a year.
To determine if someone that you know has been arrested and is at the McDonald County Jail the staff are available at 417-223-4319 where they can also answer questions on procedures such as bail and hear any concerns about the health or other of an inmate, and an online inmate roster is accessible around the clock.
Along with healthy meals and clean laundry, inmates have phones in the housing pods, tables for eating and recreation, access to reading and other recreational activities, showers and other necessities, access to commissary purchases, and the opportunity to have visitors. All needed medical and mental health treatments are provided during the entire length of incarceration.
To send mail to an inmate it is directed to the post office box, and all mail must have a return address and be sent through the post office to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McDonald County Jail
PO Box 68
Pineville, MO 64856
(personal mail - postcards only)
Only postcards are currently permitted to ensure the building remains free of contraband for the safety of staff, residents, and visitors.
Commissary items are ordered for inmates online, or money may be deposited at that site and the inmate may order their own commissary with the funds.
Phones can be accessed each day and are found in each of the housing pods, they can make collect calls, or money can be added to the phone account online.
Visits are provided for male inmates Saturday 8:30am-11:30am and female inmates Saturday 1:30pm-3:00pm and only those who are visiting during that time period will be admitted during it, while others must wait for the right visiting time.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to McDonald 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 McDonald 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 417-223-4319.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to McDonald County Jail in Pineville 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 417-223-4319 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 McDonald County, Missouri, visit the McDonald County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the McDonald County Jail? What is the Schedule?
300 East 7th Street
Pineville, MO 64856
417-223-4319
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 417-223-4319 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE AS TIMES ARE FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE!
VISITATION IS ON SATURDAYS.
Male Inmates from 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Female Inmates from 1:30 pm - 3 pm
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the McDonald County Jail 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 McDonald 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 McDonald 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 McDonald County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 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 McDonald County Jail?
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the McDonald County Jail 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 McDonald 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 McDonald 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 McDonald County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the McDonald County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McDonald County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the McDonald County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your McDonald County Jail 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 McDonald 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 McDonald County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the McDonald County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The McDonald County Jail ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.
Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.
Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McDonald County Jail
PO Box 68
Pineville, MO 64856
(personal mail - postcards only)
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
McDonald County Jail
PO Box 68
Pineville, MO 64856
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 McDonald 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 McDonald 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 #
McDonald County Jail
PO Box 68
Pineville, MO 64856
For inmates receiving mail in the McDonald 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. Due to drug smuggling, not all inmates are even allowed to receive mail in envelopes, as only certain types of postcards are allowed.
For complete information on mail policies and addresses, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McDonald County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the McDonald 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 McDonald County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the McDonald County Jail 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 McDonald County Jail 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 McDonald 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 McDonald County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the McDonald County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used 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:
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used 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:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McDonald County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-223-4319 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding McDonald County?
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