Sanborn County Jail

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Sanborn County Jail Information

SANBORN COUNTY TRANSPORTS ITS INMATES TO SURROUNDING AREA JAILS. To locate a person who was arrested in Sanborn County, call the Sanborn County Sheriff''s Office at: 605-796-4511.

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 South Dakota 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 605-796-4511, 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 Sanborn County Jail at 605-796-4511 to get it.

Phone: 605-796-4511

Physical Address:
Sanborn County Jail
Woonsocket, SD

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How Do You Find Someone in the Sanborn County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Sanborn 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 605-796-4511 for the information you are looking for.

Sanborn County Jail Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Sanborn County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

The Sanborn County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Sanborn 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 Sanborn County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 0 offenders.

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About the Sanborn County Jail
Sanborn County Sheriff is located in Woonsocket, South Dakota. This small sheriff’s office is the main law enforcement group responsible for enforcing the laws of the county. The staff consists of 3 staff members, with 2 deputies, and they do not operate their own jail. When a county does not have it’s own jail operated by a sheriff, it may have a jail that is operated by an alternative law enforcement body, or it may contract services to a local jail. To locate a person who was arrested in Sanborn County, call the Sanborn County Sheriff''s Office at: 605-796-4511.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Sanborn County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Sanborn County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Sanborn County Jail includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 605-796-4511.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Sanborn County

If someone has been booked at Sanborn County Jail in , their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 605-796-4511.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Sanborn County.
  • Property within Sanborn County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Sanborn County, South Dakota, visit the Sanborn County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Sanborn County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Sanborn County Jail
Woonsocket, SD
605-796-4511

  • 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 605-796-4511 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 605-796-4511 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 Sanborn County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sanborn County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sanborn County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sanborn County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sanborn County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sanborn County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Sanborn County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Sanborn 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 Sanborn 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:
Sanborn County Jail
Woonsocket, SD



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Sanborn County Jail
Woonsocket, SD



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 Sanborn County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Sanborn 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:
Sanborn County Jail
Woonsocket, SD

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sanborn County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sanborn County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sanborn County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sanborn County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Sanborn 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 Sanborn County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-796-4511 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Sanborn County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

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

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