Grant County Juvenile Detention

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Grant County Juvenile Detention Information

The Grant County Juvenile Detention is a 914 bed jail in the city of Lancaster, Grant County, Wisconsin. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 608.723.2157.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

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 Wisconsin 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 608.723.2157, 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 Grant County Juvenile Detention at 608.723.2157 to get it.

Phone: 608.723.2157

Physical Address:
1013 North Adams Street
PO Box 506
Lancaster, WI 53813

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Grant County Juvenile Detention?

To search for an inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention, 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 608.723.2157 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Criminal Court case of an offender in this county, online.

Grant County Juvenile Detention Inmate Search

The Grant County Juvenile Detention maintains an average of 914 offenders in custody on any given day. The Grant County Juvenile Detention 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 Grant County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 19,380 offenders.

The following charts of Grant 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 Grant County Corrections Department, the state of Wisconsin Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Grant 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 Grant 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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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What is the booking process for the Grant County Juvenile Detention?

After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Grant County Juvenile Detention for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.

The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.

These are the steps of booking someone into the Grant County Juvenile Detention:

  • Personal identification.
  • Mugshot(s).
  • Questions about medical history, mental health, drug and alcohol use, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA.
  • Full body search.
  • Property forfeiture.
  • Free phone call.

Booking can take as little as an hour, or up to 48 hours on a busy weekend or holiday evening, or if the offender is violent, wasted or generally uncooperative. If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 608.723.2157.

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Directions / Map to the Grant County Juvenile Detention
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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When an offender is arrested and brought to the Grant County Juvenile Detention in Lancaster for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.

1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Grant County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail.  Call 608.723.2157 to get the exact amount.

The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.

  • If can be paid by cash, money order or credit card.
  • It can be paid using a bail company, licensed to do business in Grant County.
  • It can be paid by using a residential property in the county as collateral. 

For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Grant County Wisconsin, check out the Grant County Juvenile Detention Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention? What is the Schedule?

Grant County Juvenile Detention ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1013 North Adams Street
PO Box 506
Lancaster, WI 53813
608.723.2157

  • 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 608.723.2157 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 608.723.2157 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 Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 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 Grant County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Grant County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Grant County Juvenile Detention inmate.
    1. Click the Create Account button.
    2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
    3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
    4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
    5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
    6. Click the Sign In button.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Wisconsin, then the Grant County Juvenile Detention, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Grant County Juvenile Detention will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

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 Grant 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 Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention, and what can I send them?

Grant County Juvenile Detention Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Grant County Juvenile Detention 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 Grant County Juvenile Detention 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:
1013 North Adams Street
PO Box 506
Lancaster, WI 53813



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1013 North Adams Street
PO Box 506
Lancaster, WI 53813



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 Grant County Juvenile Detention 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 Grant County Juvenile Detention 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:
1013 North Adams Street
PO Box 506
Lancaster, WI 53813

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Grant County Juvenile Detention

Search for JailATM services for Grant County Juvenile Detention.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Grant County Juvenile Detention. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Grant County Juvenile Detention may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Grant County Juvenile Detention has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Grant County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Grant County Juvenile Detention follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose Wisconsin, then choose Grant County Juvenile Detention
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
  • Select the products you want shipped to them at Grant County Juvenile Detention, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Grant County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Grant County Juvenile Detention check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Grant County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Grant County Juvenile Detention using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Grant County Juvenile Detention have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grant County Juvenile Detention’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 608.723.2157 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Grant County

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

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Grant County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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