The Sandusky County Jail is a 198-bed jail located in Fremont, Sandusky County, Ohio. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 419-332-2613.
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Sandusky County Jail at 419-332-2613 for assistance.
Phone: 419-332-2613
Physical Address:
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Sandusky 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 419-332-2613 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Sandusky County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Sandusky County Jail Inmate Search
The Sandusky County Jail maintains an average of 198 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sandusky 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 Sandusky County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,920 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessLocated in Fremont, Sandusky County, the Sandusky County Jail has a capacity for 196 inmates and with an average just over 4,000 bookings each year. It is an adult only facility, so all juvenile offenders are housed in the local juvenile facility.
Both men and women inmates are booked into this facility after an arrest in the Sandusky County, and they remain until their first appearances occur. After the arraignment or first appearance bail may be set, which can be paid at the jail directly by family or friends, or they may be held for trial. Short and medium length sentences are served at this facility, keeping local offenders within Sandusky County where they can see their friends and family and remain in their community.
There are two ways to determine if someone you know is being held at the location, by calling the office staff at 419-332-2613 or using the online look up, both of which will provide information on their presence, bail, and court dates.
Along with both medical and mental health support, inmates are provided with healthy meals and the opportunity to exercise each day, along with chances to practice positive social skills interacting with others, educational opportunities, and life skills.
Mail is delivered to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
... and may not have adult content, discuss illegal activity, or contain any contraband or it will be refused.
Phones are present in housing areas for daytime use, and visits are Tuesday through Sunday 8:15am to 4pm.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Sandusky 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 Sandusky County Jail typically includes the following steps:
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 419-332-2613.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Sandusky County Jail in Fremont 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 419-332-2613 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Sandusky County, Ohio, visit the Sandusky County Jail Bail Information Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail? What is the Schedule?
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-2613
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Sandusky County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the facility and remotely) in Sandusky County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail?
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
419-332-2613
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
MONDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 7:30PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Sandusky County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Sandusky County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Sandusky County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Sandusky 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 Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Sandusky 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 Sandusky 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 #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
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 Sandusky 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 Sandusky 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 #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
For inmates receiving mail in the Sandusky County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Sandusky County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Sandusky County Jail
2323 Countryside Drive
Fremont, OH 43420
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail, and what can I purchase?
NOTE: Sandusky County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Sandusky County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sandusky County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Sandusky County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Sandusky County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Sandusky County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sandusky County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Sandusky 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 Sandusky County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-332-2613 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Sandusky County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Sandusky County?
This facility, known as "Sandusky County Jail" is also known as Sandusky County Jail, Ohio, Sandusky.