Hall County Jail is a 320-bed jail in Grand Island, Hall County, Nebraska. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 308-385-5211.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Hall County Jail at 308-385-5211 for assistance.
Phone: 308-385-5211
Physical Address:
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68801
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hall 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 308-385-5211 for the information you are looking for.
Hall 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 Hall 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 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
The Hall County Jail maintains an average of 320 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hall 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 Hall County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,400 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 320-bed Hall County Jail follows strict routines and schedules throughout each day for the safety and security of everyone who is present, both staff and inmates. Upon arrival each detainee will be booked with their mug shot and fingerprints then undergo an assessment that will be used to determine their housing assignment, any immediate medical care that is needed, gather information about prescriptions and mental health care needs, along with accessing their past behavior during incarceration and how serious the charges are.
The inmates are offenders arrested in Hall County that have recently been arrested for a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.
After booking the information will be updated and you can search the online search to find their location and bail, or you are able to contact the facility directly at 308-385-5211.
This new 80,000 square foot building with 320 beds was built in such a way that it can be expanded to 608 beds in the future, as the need arises. The kitchen, laundry and administration portions of the building are also large enough for the future expansion.
The success of the programs may be increased by assigning inmates to the correct housing unit where they will have access to services and be able to practice social interactions with others who share some of their experiences and goals.
Meals are served at 5:00am, 12:15PM, and 5:00PM, with some housing units (A, H, D, E, G) eating meals in their cells and others eating in the common areas. Headcounts are done at midnight, 6:00am, 12:00pm, and 6:00pm.
Each detainee is able to have two visits of one hour each week onsite, with approved visiting hours being Tuesday through Friday 8:00am-12:00pm and 1:00pm-5:00pm, with offsite visits being available those same hours and additionally 6:00pm-10:00pm for 20 minutes at a time. Visitation can be planned at scheduled online. Phones are able to make outgoing calls between the hours of 8am and 10pm and can be funded through their phone account.
Mail is delivered on weekdays to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
... and while outgoing mail will not be checked or censored, incoming mail is inspected for illegal content or contraband.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Hall County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Hall County Jail include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Hall County Jail at 308-385-5211.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Hall County Jail in Grand Island for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 308-385-5211.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Hall County, Nebraska, visit the Hall County Jail Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hall County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Inmates at Hall County Jail may have up to two (2), one (1) hour personal visits per week of on-site visitation. Only one adult is allowed to visit you per visitation. One (1) minor child (age 17 and younger) accompanied by their parent or guardian is allowed.
Hall County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hall County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 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 Hall County Jail?
Inmates at Hall County Jail may have up to two (2), one (1) hour personal visits per week of on-site visitation. Only one adult is allowed to visit you per visitation. One (1) minor child (age 17 and younger) accompanied by their parent or guardian is allowed.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hall County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hall County Jail?
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
Hall County 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 Hall County 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 Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
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.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Hall County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Hall County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Hall County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hall County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hall County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, 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 Hall County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. 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 Hall County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Hall County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Hall 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 Hall 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#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
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 Hall 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 Hall 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#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
For inmates receiving mail in the Hall 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 Hall County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Hall County Jail
110 Public Safety Drive
Grand Island, NE 68802-2008
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 Hall County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hall County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Hall County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Hall County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Hall County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Hall County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Hall County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Hall County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Hall County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hall County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hall County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Hall County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Hall County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hall County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Hall 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:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hall County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-385-5211 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Hall County?
This facility, known as "Hall County Jail" is also known as Hall County Department of Corrections, Hall County Jail , Hall County Jail , Nebraska, Hall.