Eaton Jail

Q: Does Preble County have bail?

Does Preble County have bail? Yes, Preble County recognizes most types of bonds.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Preble County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Preble County? Bail in Preble County is available in several different types including personal bond (aka own recognizance), cash bond, 10% bond, surety bond, and property bond.

Q: Who can set bail in Preble County?

Who can set bail in Preble County? 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.

Q: When is bail set in Preble County Ohio?

When is bail set in Preble County Ohio? 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.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Eaton Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Eaton Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Eaton Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 937-456-5531. 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. Eaton Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Preble County?

What happens during booking in Preble 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 Preble 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 Eaton Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Eaton Jail? 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 Preble 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.

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 Eaton Jail 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 937-456-5531 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Eaton Jail booking process take?

How long does the Eaton Jail 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 Eaton Jail? 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 Eaton Jail 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 Eaton Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Eaton 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 937-456-5531 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Preble County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Eaton Jail Inmate Search

The Eaton Jail maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Eaton 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 Preble County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,980 offenders.

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Question 2

About the Eaton Jail

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Each of the county jails in Ohio are the responsibility of the Sheriff in that county. They provide and oversee the staffing and functions of the facility from the original booking after arrest to the release after a sentence has been completed or bail has been paid. A roster of who is being held in the facility is posted online and a quick search can identify where someone is being held. They also accept mail at the jail, though it is checked for illegal contents and conversations that are against the rules of the facility. Phone calls can be made by inmates to an approved list of people, and visitors are allowed during visiting hours. Approved hours are Monday through Friday 9-10:30am and 1-3:30pm for 30 minutes at one time for onsite visits, with offsite visits being available from 8am until 10pm each day. securustech.net/videoproducts is the site for shceduling appointments and to conduct offsite visits. This facility offers intermittent sentencing and is set up to allow some inmates to serve their sentence on weekends only, returning to their regular jobs and responsibilities during the week. Some additional fees are paid by the inmates through the regulations for both the state as well as those in place for the facility. These fees include a reception fee for those who have pled guilty or who are convicted, and a reimbursement of expenses that are created by the inmate during their incarceration.

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How booking works at Eaton Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Eaton Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Eaton Jail:

Verification of personal details.
Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
Possible DNA collection if required.
Search of the individual.
Confiscation of personal property.
Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Eaton Jail at 937-456-5531.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Eaton Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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Paying bail for someone in Preble County

After being arrested and booked into Eaton Jail in Eaton, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 937-456-5531 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
Licensed bail bond agents in Preble County can facilitate the process.
Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Preble County, Ohio, visit the Eaton Jail Bail FAQ.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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

Eaton Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

328 North Maple Street
Eaton, OH 45320
937-456-5531

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 937-456-5531 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 937-456-5531 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 Eaton Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 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 Eaton Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 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 Eaton Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 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 Eaton Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Eaton Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Eaton 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 Eaton 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:
328 North Maple Street
Eaton, OH 45320

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
328 North Maple Street
Eaton, OH 45320

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 Eaton 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 Eaton 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:
328 North Maple Street
Eaton, OH 45320

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 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 Eaton Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 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 Eaton Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Eaton 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 Eaton Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails in Preble County

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

Preble County County Jails

Preble County Jail

Preble County City Jails

Eaton Jail

Preble County Juvenile Facilities

West Central Juvenile Detention Facility

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate in Preble County

Eaton Jail Information

How booking works at Eaton Jail

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Eaton Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Eaton Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

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