St. Louis County Jail is a 1232-bed jail based in Clayton, St. Louis County, Missouri. You can reach them anytime for inmate information at 314-615-5080.
Arrested individuals, whether for misdemeanors or felonies, are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool allows you to access the facility's inmate roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Sentences longer than one year result in transfers to either the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides all the information you need regarding inmate services, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It's important to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, contact St. Louis County Jail at 314-615-5080 for help.
Phone: 314-615-5080
Physical Address:
100 South Central Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Name & Inmate Master Number
Floor-Housing Unit-Cell number (example-4-B-26)
100 S. Central Ave.
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Name & Inmate Master Number
Floor-Housing Unit-Cell number ... (example-4-B-26)
100 S. Central Ave.
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the St. Louis 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 314-615-5080 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an St. Louis County inmate's criminal court case online.
St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
The St. Louis County Jail maintains an average of 1232 offenders in custody on any given day. The St. Louis 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 St. Louis County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 82,560 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 1,232-bed St. Louis County Jail is located in Clayton, Missouri, and offers detention and incarceration services to those who are arrested within the county and are waiting for their trial or serving a sentence.
It uses direct supervision which includes having a station in each of the housing units to allow detention officers to interact with the inmates throughout the day, offers a fast response to any issues or concerns, and has been shown to improve the safety of any detention facility over the central control and camera only security.
A strong focus on the improvement of the life situation of inmates is present, including offering college classes, self-improvement classes, alcohol and drug treatment and education, and many other courses that are aimed at providing each inmate with the tools and the skills that they need to find reliable employment or ongoing education and to build health relationships after their release.
Alternatives to detention, community corrections, and support for decreasing domestic violence and protections for the community are also provided from the St. Louis County Jail and offers additional support to those who do not require detention and the surrounding community.
When not in adult education or college classes, performing work tasks or other programs, there are recreational opportunities available both inside and out. Inmates will have opportunities throughout the day to interact with other detainees as well as staff and to improve and practice social skills.
Phones are also provided and are active from 9am until 9:45pm each day, inmates may receive and send mail, and there are set times for visits, all of which are shown to support positive mental health in inmates and to improve the rates of recidivism. Emails, including photos and even videos are available through kiosks or tablets, and can be funded online.
Mail: Mail that is not legal in nature will be opened and checked for contraband, with inmates being permitted to keep a small amount of mail in their cell and the remainder being stored with their personal belongings.
Mail is sent to:
Inmate’s Name/ Master Number
100 S. Central Ave
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
Phones: Phones in common areas are activated at 9am and will remain active until 9:45pm, allowing inmates to place collect calls to their friends and family that are approved and not located in other detention centers or a victim of their crimes. There is no limit on how many calls they may place, but each call may only be 30 minutes in length, and no incoming calls are accepted.
Visitation: Visits are provided by video or in person, with in person visits occurring Monday through Sunday 8am to 4pm for 40 minutes at a time. Two visits are permitted every 7 days, with only one visit being allowed on any one day.
After arrest, individuals are processed at St. Louis County Jail, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at St. Louis County Jail:
Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 314-615-5080.
If someone is taken to St. Louis County Jail in Clayton for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 314-615-5080.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in St. Louis County, Missouri, visit the St. Louis County Jail Bail FAQ page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail? What is the Schedule?
100 South Central Avenue
Clayton, MO 63105
314-615-5080
DAY | TIMES |
MONDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
SUNDAY | 8:00PM - 4:00PM |
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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 St. Louis County Jail 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.
St. Louis County Jail 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 St. Louis County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail?
DAY | TIMES |
SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail?
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 St. Louis County Jail 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 St. Louis County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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's Name & Inmate Master Number
Floor-Housing Unit-Cell number (example-4-B-26)
100 S. Central Ave.
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Name & Inmate Master Number
Floor-Housing Unit-Cell number ... (example-4-B-26)
100 S. Central Ave.
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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's Name & Inmate Master Number
Floor-Housing Unit-Cell number ... (example-4-B-26)
100 S. Central Ave.
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
For inmates receiving mail in the St. Louis 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 St. Louis County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate's Name & Inmate Master Number
Floor-Housing Unit-Cell number (example-4-B-26)
100 S. Central Ave.
3rd Floor Mail Room
Clayton, MO 63105
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 St. Louis County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail, 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 St. Louis County Jail.
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 St. Louis County Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the St. Louis County Jail'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 St. Louis County Jail 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 St. Louis County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the St. Louis County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a St. Louis County inmate, do the following:
St. Louis County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in St. Louis County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your St. Louis County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all St. Louis County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in St. Louis County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the St. Louis County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented 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:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in St. Louis County follow these instructions:
For all St. Louis County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about St. Louis County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 314-615-5080 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in St. Louis County?
This facility, known as "St. Louis County Jail" is also known as Buzz Westfall City Justice Center, Department of Justice Services, St. Louis Criminal Courts, St. Louis County Jail , St. Louis County Jail , Missouri, St. Louis.