The Griggs County Jail is CLOSED.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Barnes 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 Barnes County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the North Dakota 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 Barnes County Jail at 701-845-8532 to get it.
Phone: 701-845-8532
Physical Address:
808 Rollin Ave. SW
PO Box 574
Cooperstown, ND 58425
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Barnes County Jail
PO Box 815
Valley City ND 58072
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Barnes County Jail
PO Box 815
Valley City ND 58072
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Griggs 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 701-845-8532 for the information you are looking for. You can use an online app to look up an offender's criminal court case, their charges, court schedule and final disposition of their case.
Griggs 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 Griggs 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 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
The Griggs County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Griggs 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 Griggs County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
The Griggs County Jail is CLOSED.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Barnes 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 Barnes County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the North Dakota 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 Barnes County Jail at 701-845-8532 to get it.
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Griggs County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Griggs County Jail include:
Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 701-845-8532.
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Griggs County Jail in Cooperstown for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 701-845-8532 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
For more information about bail in Griggs County, North Dakota, see the Griggs County Jail Bail Guide.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Griggs County Jail? What is the Schedule?
808 Rollin Ave. SW
PO Box 574
Cooperstown, ND 58425
701-845-8532
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 701-845-8532 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 Griggs County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Griggs County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Griggs County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Griggs County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Griggs County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Griggs County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Griggs County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
How do I Mail an Inmate in the Griggs County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Griggs 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 Griggs 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#
Barnes County Jail
PO Box 815
Valley City ND 58072
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Barnes County Jail
PO Box 815
Valley City ND 58072
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 Griggs 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 Griggs 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#
Barnes County Jail
PO Box 815
Valley City ND 58072
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Griggs County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Griggs 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 Griggs County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Griggs 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 Griggs County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Do Inmates in the Griggs 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 Griggs County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-845-8532 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Griggs County?
This facility, known as "Griggs County Jail" is also known as Griggs County Jail & Sheriff, Griggs County Jail & Sheriff, North Dakota, Griggs.
