Garfield County Jail

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Garfield County Jail Information

The Garfield County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Valley County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in the Valley County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Valley County Jail at 308-728-3906 to get it.

Phone: 308-728-3906

Physical Address:
Garfield County Jail
Burwell, NE

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Valley County Jail
c/o Valley County Sheriff
125 S. 15th Street
Ord, NE 68862

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Valley County Jail
c/o Valley County Sheriff
125 S. 15th Street
Ord, NE 68862

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How Do You Find Someone in the Garfield County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Garfield 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 308-728-3906 for the information you are looking for.

Garfield 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 Garfield 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 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

The Garfield County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Garfield 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 Garfield County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 321 offenders.

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About the Garfield County Jail

The Garfield County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Valley County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in the Valley County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Valley County Jail at 308-728-3906 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Garfield County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Garfield 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 Garfield County Jail typically includes the following steps:

  • Verifying identity.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
  • DNA collection, if required.
  • Conducting a thorough search.
  • Confiscating personal belongings.
  • Providing a free phone call.

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 308-728-3906.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Garfield County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Garfield County Jail in 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 308-728-3906 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

  • Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Garfield County can assist with payment.
  • Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral. 

For more information on the bail process in Garfield County, Nebraska, visit the Garfield County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Garfield County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Garfield County Jail
Burwell, NE
308-728-3906

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 308-728-3906 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 308-728-3906 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 Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Garfield County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Garfield 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 Garfield 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#
Valley County Jail
c/o Valley County Sheriff
125 S. 15th Street
Ord, NE 68862



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Valley County Jail
c/o Valley County Sheriff
125 S. 15th Street
Ord, NE 68862



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 Garfield County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Garfield 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#
Valley County Jail
c/o Valley County Sheriff
125 S. 15th Street
Ord, NE 68862

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Garfield 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 Garfield County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Garfield 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 Garfield County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Garfield 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 Garfield County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-728-3906 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Garfield County

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

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