Elk County Prison

To search for an inmate in the Elk County Prison, 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 814-776-5342 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online in Elk County or any other county in Pennsylvania.

Elk County Prison Inmate Search

The Elk County Prison maintains an average of 68 offenders in custody on any given day. The Elk County Prison 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 Elk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,640 offenders.

The following charts of Elk County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Elk County Corrections Department, the state of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Elk County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Elk County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Elk County Prison? What is the Schedule?

Elk County Prison ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

225 Center Street
Ridgway, PA 15853
814-776-5342

• Visits are 30 minutes.
• You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
• The actual visitation times depends on the inmate and their housing location. Call 814-776-5342 to 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 814-776-5342 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elk County Prison’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Elk County Prison?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elk County Prison’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Elk County Prison?

There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Choice 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Make the Money Order out to Elk County Prison Inmate Accounts and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Send to: P.O. Box 448, Ridgway, PA  15853
Choice 3 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling 866-345-1884.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Elk County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Elk County Prison follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
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• Select Pennsylvania, then select Elk County Prison, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
• Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Elk County Prison.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elk County Prison’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Elk County Prison?

How Do Inmates in Elk County Prison Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Elk County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

• Elk County Prison uses the services of IC Solutions.
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• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Services for Elk County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Elk County.
• Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

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 Elk 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 Elk County Prison’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

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

Elk County Prison Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Elk County Prison 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 Elk County Prison 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#
Elk County Prison-PA
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Elk County Prison
P.O. Box 448
Ridgway, PA 15853

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 Elk County Prison 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 Elk County Prison 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#
Elk County Prison
P.O. Box 448
Ridgway, PA 15853

TextBehind enables you to communicate with your incarcerated loved ones located inside the United States from anywhere in the world using text letters, kids' drawings, and custom greeting cards. Unlimited inmate reply letters are processed for electronic delivery to your smartphone and email at no extra charge.
The cost to send an electronic letter is approximately $1.00.

Here’s how it works for Elk County Prison:
1.    All offender mail (paper and electronic) is addressed and delivered to TextBehind. Electronic mail is sent through the apps (iphone, Google Play). Paper mail is sent to the address below:
Inmate Name and Inmate Number
Elk County Prison Pennsylvania (note: please do not abbreviate the name)
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
2.    If it was sent via TextBehind's app (iphone, Google Play), TextBehind can process it within one business day.
3.    An additional step is involved in processing mail that is sent using the U.S. Postal Service. TextBehind will  use a scanner to make digital files of the contents of the mailing—including cards, photos or artwork.
4.    All digital files are then forwarded to the offender’s assigned prison.
5.    Elk County Prison mailroom prints approved pages and delivers them to the inmate.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• TextBehind does not deliver any mail to the inmate directly, nor do they guarantee delivery of your letters to the inmates by the courier, jail or prison staff. Once they process your mail and ship them out on your behalf, they are out of the loop entirely. However, at times they may offer to resend your letters under certain strict conditions as a courtesy. 
• Inmates do not receive any invites when you add them, and neither do they need to accept the use of TextBehind service. Once you add the inmate, you can create letters for them. 

Here’s what happens when TextBehind receives a letter from an inmate:

• Upon receiving, TextBehind staff open their letters, scan, and upload high-quality images to your TextBehind account as a complimentary service. You are not required to have any money or credits balance in your TextBehind account to receive inmate letters.
• Next, you will receive a text and email alert to notify you of any new incoming reply letters. At that time, you can log into the TextBehind website or mobile app and view letters in your CONTACTS >> Click on Conversation Icon. 

YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS...

• Inmates do require a stamp to send out their letters to TextBehind using Postal Service.
• The cash or credit balance from your TextBehind account will not be shared with inmates as a substitute for the stamps. 
• All letters printed and shipped by TextBehind nationwide to virtually any jail or prison facility are delivered to the jails/prisons by couriers such as the USPS or FedEx as their standard process.
• After the shipments, TextBehind has no control over the process.
• The delivery of your letters depends on couriers and prison staff taking necessary action on time.

IMPORTANT TextBehind LINKS:
Register / Log in with TextBehind
Contact TextBehind with Questions
Add an Inmate to your list of Contacts

** Address to Mail letters using TextBehind **
Inmate Name and Inmate Number
Elk County Prison Pennsylvania (note: please do not abbreviate the name)
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131

Why is TextBehind used by Lockups?
Due to the problem of letters and postcards containing, or soaked in contraband (drugs), TextBehind electronic and physical letters is replacing the former policy of allowing mail to be sent directly from inmate’s friends and family members, and vice versa.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elk County Prison’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Elk County Prison, and what can I purchase?

Inmates can order commissary every week by putting in an order form and having the money debited from his/her inmate account.
The Commissary offers a variety of items consisting of grooming aids, snacks and personal hygiene items.  
A list of items offered are posted in each Housing Unit. 
If an inmate is considered indigent status, because they have no money, Elk County Prison will provide the inmate with an indigent pack including a pencil, writing paper and personal hygiene items.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Elk County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Elk County Prison follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Pennsylvania, then select Elk County Prison, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
• Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Elk County Prison.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elk County Prison’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Elk County Prison using an Online Messaging Service?

How Do Inmates in Elk County Prison Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Elk County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

• Elk County Prison uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Services for Elk County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Elk County.
• Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

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 Elk 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 Elk County Prison’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Elk County Prison have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Elk County Prison’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-776-5342 for further assistance.

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