Located in Coudersport, Potter County, Pennsylvania, the Potter County Jail is a 74-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 814-274-9730.
This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.
Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.
Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Pennsylvania State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Potter County Jail at 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
Phone: 814-274-9730
Physical Address:
102 East Second Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Potter County Jail
102 E 2nd St
Coudersport PA 16915
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Potter County Jail
102 E 2nd St
Coudersport PA 16915
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Potter 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 814-274-9730 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online in Potter County or any other county in Pennsylvania.
Potter County Jail Inmate Search
The Potter County Jail maintains an average of 74 offenders in custody on any given day. The Potter 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 Potter County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,480 offenders.
The following charts of Potter 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 Potter 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 Potter 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 Potter 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.
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Potter County Jail is the local arresting and booking facility for the Potter County in PA, and is located in Coudersport, PA. It has a top capacity of just over 70 inmates, though when there are several arrests for the same incident, this may limit where inmates may be placed.
It has under 3,000 bookings each year, and only houses adult offenders. Recent changes have been made to their visiting system and their phone provider, allowing increased access to phone calls and visits for inmates.
Phone calls are permitted but must be outgoing, and no incoming calls will be accepted for inmates. Access is provided to the phones from 7am until 9:45pm each day, and each call is limited to 15 minutes.
Three types of visits are available including face to face visits with a glass divider, remote video visits, and onsite video visits. All visitors must be on the list provided by the inmate, and they may have 8 visitors listed for in person visits and 8 for video visits onsite, but may have 10 visitors for remote visits.
The hours for these visits also varies depending on the type of visit, with remove visiting occurring Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 9:15-11:15am, 2:15-4:15pm, and 7:15-9:15pm.
Onsite video visits are on Thursdays only during the same time blocks, and on Sundays face to face visits follow the same schedule.
Visitors may provide additional clothing for inmates as needed, in the forms of four sets of newly packaged white underwear, socks, and t-shirts, as well as one package of white thermals with more being available for purchase from the commissary.
To provide money for the commissary a check or money order can be sent or delivered that is made out to the Potter County Jail.
To access the CIDNET program for video visits and messaging the website has detailed instructions at customer.cidnet.net/ to create an account and add the inmate you wish to speak with. There is access to voice calls, video calls, and digital mail. Work Release is permitted for qualified inmates and must be court ordered at the sentencing by the judge. For work they may have three sets of clothing and one pair of boots or shoes, all marked with the name of the inmate, for them to wear to work each day.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Potter County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Potter County Jail:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 814-274-9730.
Once someone is booked at Potter County Jail in Coudersport after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 814-274-9730 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Potter County, Pennsylvania, see the Potter County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Potter County Jail? What is the Schedule?
102 East Second Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
814-274-9730
ON SITE IN PERSON VISITATION SCHEDULE - Sunday only
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
102 East Second Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
814-274-9730
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| MONDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| TUESDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| WEDNESDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| THURSDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm |
| FRIDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| SATURDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | IN HOUSE IN PERSON ONLY |
| MONDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| TUESDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| THURSDAY | IN HOUSE VIDEO ONLY |
| FRIDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| SATURDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
Potter County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Potter County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 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 Potter County Jail?
102 East Second Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
814-274-9730
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| MONDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| TUESDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| WEDNESDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| THURSDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm |
| FRIDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
| SATURDAY | NO ONSITE VIDEO |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | IN HOUSE IN PERSON ONLY |
| MONDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| TUESDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| THURSDAY | IN HOUSE VIDEO ONLY |
| FRIDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
| SATURDAY | 9:15 am to 11:15 am 2:15 pm to 4:15 pm 7:15 pm to 9:15 pm |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Potter County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Potter County Jail?
INMATE COMMISSARY MONEY DROP-OFF OPTIONS
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Drop off a cashier's check or money order made out to Potter County Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Cashier's check or money order made out to Potter County Jail, and mailed to:
102 East Second Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Potter County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Potter County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Potter County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. 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 phone 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 Potter County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Potter County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Potter 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 Potter 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#
Potter County Jail
102 E 2nd St
Coudersport PA 16915
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Potter County Jail
102 E 2nd St
Coudersport PA 16915
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 Potter 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 Potter 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#
Potter County Jail
102 E 2nd St
Coudersport PA 16915
For inmates receiving mail in the Potter 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 Potter County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Potter County Jail
102 E 2nd St
Coudersport PA 16915
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 Potter County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Potter County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Family members and friends can go to their website, order for their inmate and have it delivered directly to Potter County Jail.
Instructions
1. Register here first.
2. Confirm registration in your email.
3. Select Pennsylvania, then Potter County Jail, then input your inmate’s name.
4. Shop… then pay using a Visa, MC or Discover credit or debit card.
Useful Information
1. Each order incurs a $5.95 processing fee.
2. Orders are delivered once a week.
3. There is no limit to the number of orders you can place each week.
4. You can purchase orders for multiple inmates and/or at multiple jails.
5. Orders are processed weekly. The cutoff time is on Sunday at 11:59 PM.
6. Orders are delivered to the jail within ten days.
7. Returns incur a 20% restocking fee.
Resources
Frequently Asked Questions.
Check the Status of your order here.
Online Contact Form.
Oasis is now offering tablets for inmates to use for easy ordering of commissary of products. They can be used for free for 15 minutes at a time. If an inmate wishes to use on a reguar basis for education, entertainment or programming, they can be rented for a small monthly fee.
Customer Service Contact
Call 800-956-2747 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
Email: support@jailcanteen.com.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Potter County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Potter County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Potter County.
Customer Service Contact
Call 800-956-2747 Monday - Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.
Email: support@jailcanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Potter County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Potter County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Potter County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Potter County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Potter County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Potter County Jail 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:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Potter County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-274-9730 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Potter County?
This facility, known as "Potter County Jail" is also known as Potter County Jail, Pennsylvania, Potter.
