Ransom County Jail

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Ransom County Jail Information

There is currently no jail in Ransom County.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to either Cass County Jail, Richland County Jail or another neighboring 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 Cass County, Richland County or another county. 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 Ransom County Sheriff at 701-683-5255 to get it.

Phone: 701-683-5255

Physical Address:
204 5th Ave. West
PO Box 627
Lisbob, ND 58054

Mailing Address (personal mail):
For an inmate's mail address:
Check with either
Cass County Jail, or
Richland County Jail

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Ransom County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Ransom 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 701-683-5255 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.

Ransom 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 Ransom 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 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

The Ransom County Jail maintains an average of 16 offenders in custody on any given day. The Ransom 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 Ransom County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,880 offenders.

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About the Ransom County Jail

There is currently no jail in Ransom County.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to either Cass County Jail, Richland County Jail or another neighboring 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 Cass County, Richland County or another county. 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 Ransom County Sheriff at 701-683-5255 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How does the booking process work at Ransom County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Ransom 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 Ransom 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 701-683-5255.

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Directions / Map to the Ransom County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Ransom County Jail in Lisbob 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 701-683-5255 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 Ransom 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 Ransom County, North Dakota, visit the Ransom County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Ransom County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

204 5th Ave. West
PO Box 627
Lisbob, ND 58054
701-683-5255

  • 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 701-683-5255 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 701-683-5255 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 Ransom County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 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 Ransom County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ransom County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ransom County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ransom County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Ransom County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Ransom 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 Ransom 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:
For an inmate's mail address:
Check with either
Cass County Jail, or
Richland County Jail



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
204 5th Ave. West
PO Box 627
Lisbob, ND 58054



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 Ransom 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 Ransom 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:
204 5th Ave. West
PO Box 627
Lisbob, ND 58054

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ransom County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Ransom 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 Ransom County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Ransom 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 Ransom County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Ransom 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 Ransom County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 701-683-5255 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Ransom County

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

Ransom County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Ransom Cass Richland LaMoure Dickey Sargent Barnes
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Search for an Inmate in Ransom County

This facility, known as "Ransom County Jail" is also known as Ransom County Jail & Sheriff, Richland County Jail, (inmates also housed in Richland County Jail), Ransom County Jail & Sheriff, North Dakota, Ransom.