The Ottawa County Detention Center is a 41 bed jail in the city of Port Clinton, Ottawa County, Ohio. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 419-734-6848.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here 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 this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 419-734-6848, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
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 Ottawa County Detention Center at 419-734-6848 to get it.
Phone: 419-734-6848
Physical Address:
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH 43452
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ottawa County Detention Center-OH
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ottawa County Detention Center
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Ottawa County Detention 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 419-734-6848 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Ottawa County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Ottawa County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Ottawa County Detention Center maintains an average of 41 offenders in custody on any given day. The Ottawa County Detention 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 Ottawa County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,780 offenders.
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The Ottawa County Jail is a small detention and holding facility that is located in the Ottawa County of Ohio. This is a detention area for both men and women, with no spaces for juvenile offenders who are instead sent to the local juvenile facility.
This particular location has 41 beds for holding inmates who are arrested and charged with either a felony or a misdemeanor. It is considered to be a full service facility and provides all the necessities to each of the inmates.
Food service provides three meals a day, snacks and additional wants can be selected from the commissary and purchased with funds added by family members or friends.
There are regular visitation hours that allow for loved ones to maintain their connections with those who are incarcerated.
Visits occur Monday to Saturday from 8am until 6 pm with a break for lunch from 11am to 12pm, 1:30-2pm, and 5-5:30pm as well as no visits on Sundays. Scheduling is done online.
A mail service has been contracted to receive and check all pieces of mail for any vulgar references, mentions of illegal activity, threats or other things that may upset the mental health of the inmate, inappropriate pictures, or any items that are not approved for possession by inmates.
Mail that has been approved will be scanned and accessed via the video terminals within the jail.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Ottawa County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 419-734-6848.
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.
Ottawa County Detention Center Booking Roster
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 Ottawa 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.
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 Ottawa County and other Ohio 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.
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.
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.
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 Ottawa County Detention 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.
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.
Yes, Ottawa County recognizes most types of bonds.
Bail in Ottawa County is available in several different types including personal bond (aka own recognizance), cash bond, 10% bond, surety bond, and property bond.
A judge usually sets bond. In some counties the County Court has established a bail schedule, which outlines the bail for many non-violent or minor crimes. If a charge is not part of the bail schedule a hearing will be necessary.
Bail is set in Ohio the first time the accused is brought into court. Although this hearing is set as soon as possible based on court availability, it can take up to 3 days not including weekends or holidays.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH 43452
419-734-6848
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
• You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• Ottawa County Detention Center can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
• You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• Ottawa County Detention Center can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center?
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH 43452
419-734-6848
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | NO VISITS |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 6:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center?
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.
Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132
Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: [email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Ottawa County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Ottawa County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Ottawa County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Ottawa County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Ottawa County Detention Center 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 Ottawa County Detention Center 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#
Ottawa County Detention Center-OH
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ottawa County Detention Center
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH
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
The Ottawa County Detention 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Ottawa County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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#
Ottawa County Detention Center
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH
Postcards
The Ottawa County Detention Center 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.
Envelopes
The Ottawa County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ottawa County Detention Center-OH
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Ottawa County Detention Center
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH
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
The Ottawa County Detention 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Ottawa County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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#
Ottawa County Detention Center
315 Madison Street
Port Clinton, OH
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
To send commissary money to an inmate in Ottawa County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Ottawa County Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Ottawa County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Ottawa County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Ottawa County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Ottawa County Detention Center 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:
IC Solutions is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
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:
For more information about IC Solutions and theiur tablet program, including availability, price, benefits and more, check out our Inmate Tablet page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ottawa County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-734-6848 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Ottawa County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Ottawa County?
This facility, known as "Ottawa County Detention Center" is also known as Ottawa County Jail.
