Nassau County Correctional Center

Q: Does Nassau County have bail?

Does Nassau County have bail? Yes, but the state of New York only applies bail in violent or felony cases. Non-violent and most misdemeanor cases always qualify for release on own recognizance. Tioga County recognizes most types of bonds.

Q: When is bail set in Nassau County New York?

When is bail set in Nassau County New York? Bail for lesser offenses is set at the time of booking. If bail is required for felony cases, it will be set by a judge at the first court hearing. This hearing, also called an arraignment, generally takes place on the next available court date excluding weekends and holidays.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Nassau County Correctional Center?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Nassau County Correctional Center? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Nassau County Correctional Center, call the jail’s booking line at 516-572-4200. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Nassau County Correctional Center Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Nassau County?

What happens during booking in Nassau County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Nassau County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Nassau County Correctional Center?

What is the booking process like at the Nassau County Correctional Center? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Nassau County and other New York and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Nassau County Correctional Center will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 516-572-4200 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Nassau County Correctional Center booking process take?

How long does the Nassau County Correctional Center booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Nassau County Correctional Center? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Nassau County Correctional Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Nassau County Correctional Center?

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To search for an inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center, 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 516-572-4200 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Nassau County Court or any other county court in New York. This information includes future court appearances.

Nassau County Correctional Center Inmate Search

The Nassau County Correctional Center maintains an average of 1000 offenders in custody on any given day. The Nassau County Correctional Center 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 Nassau County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 20,320 offenders.

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About the Nassau County Correctional Center

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Nassau County Correctional Center falls under the operation of the Nassau County Sheriff, and they are responsible for not only the enforcement of all laws within the area, but also the care and keeping of the inmates and the facility. They manage the staff, meals, medical staff, all medical and court appointments, as well as any programs related to inmates and their personal and professional growth and development and supervising recreational time and visitation. Each inmate is allowed visits with their friends or family, provided they can clear the security clearance and are approved for visitation. Visits are provided five days a week, with two sessions each day, and the day is dependent upon the housing unit of the inmate. Units B and D are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and E have visits on Tuesday and Thursday. Visitation: Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: (2 Sessions) 8am to 11am, 12pm to 4pm Thursday & Friday: (2 Sessions) 12pm to 3pm, 4pm to 8pm Mail: Nassau County Correctional Center 100 Carman Avenue East Meadow, NY 11554 Inmate Phones: Phones are available each day at the Correctional Center and are recorded at all times. Added features are unavailable such as call forwarding, three way calling, or conference calls.

Jail (Main): 516-572-4200
Adult Probation: 516-571-5700
Booking: 516-572-3802
Crime Victims: 516-573-8207
Criminal Court: 516-493-3710
Dispatch: 516-572-4204
District Attorney: 516-571-3800
Drug Court: 516-572-2574
Inmate Info: 516-572-3802
Juvenile Court: 516-493-4000
Juvenile Probation: 516 571-9100
Nassau County Police: 516-573-8800
Public Defender: 516-560-6400
Records: 516-572-3802
Sheriff: 516-572-4200
Visitation: 516-572-4600

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How is booking conducted at Nassau County Correctional Center?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Nassau County Correctional Center for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Nassau County Correctional Center:

Verifying identification information.
Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
Possible DNA collection.
Physical search for contraband or weapons.
Securing personal belongings.
Granting a free phone call.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 516-572-4200.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Nassau County Correctional Center

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to post bail for someone arrested in Nassau County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Nassau County Correctional Center in East Meadow, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 516-572-4200 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Nassau County.
County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Nassau County, New York, visit the Nassau County Correctional Center Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center? What is the Schedule?

Nassau County Correctional Center Inmate Visitation Schedule

100 Carman Avenue
East Meadow, NY 11554
Visitation Questions?... Problems?... Call 516-572-8992

Register and fill out application to schedule a visit. Vistors must be approved.
Schedule your visit 24 hours, and no more than 5 days in advance. Same day requests may be denied.
Inmates get a one hour personal visit each week.
Walk-in visits will be considered (but not guaranteed) at the discretion of the Visitation Unit supervisor.
All advanced visitation requests are processed Monday thru Friday, holidays excluded.
If you wear orange or green clothing your visit may be denied. Contraband warning.
NOTE: Attorneys can, but do not have to, pre-schedule a visit.

INMATE HOUSING	DAY	TIMES
Buildings B & D	MON	8:00AM - 11:00AM 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Building E	TUE	8:00AM - 11:00AM 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Buildings B & D	WED	8:00AM - 11:00AM 12:00PM - 4:00PM
Building E	THU	12:00PM - 3:00PM 4:00PM - 8:00PM
Buildings B & D	FRI	12:00PM - 3:00PM 4:00PM - 8:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Nassau County Correctional Center

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Nassau County Correctional Center Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

Bring money to the jail in person.
The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Nassau County Correctional Center
100 Carmen Avenue
East Meadow NY 11554

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 516-572-4200 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center?

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
Pin Debit - This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
Voicemail - You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Nassau County Correctional Center, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Nassau County Correctional Center Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center, and what can I send them?

What Can You Mail an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center?

Postcards
The Nassau County Correctional Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They 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.

Envelopes
The Nassau County Correctional Center also allows regular envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well, subject to the restricted items listed.

Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Nassau County Correctional Center 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Nassau County Correctional Center 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 postcards, letters, newspapers, magazines and books are to use this address:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Nassau County Correctional Center
100 Carmen Avenue
East Meadow NY 11554

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center, and what can I purchase?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Nassau County Correctional Center

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Nassau County Correctional Center Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

Bring money to the jail in person.
The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Nassau County Correctional Center
100 Carmen Avenue
East Meadow NY 11554

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 516-572-4200 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Nassau County Correctional Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Nassau County Correctional Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Nassau County Correctional Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 516-572-4200 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Nassau County Correctional Center? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails in Nassau County

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

Nassau County County Jails

Nassau County Correctional Center

Nassau County Juvenile Facilities

Nassau County Juvenile Detention Center

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Other Jails Nearby

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Nassau County?

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