Shawano County Jail

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Shawano County Jail Information

Located in Shawano, Shawano County, Wisconsin, the Shawano County Jail is a 155-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 715-526-7950.

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 Wisconsin 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 Shawano County Jail at 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

Phone: 715-526-7950

Physical Address:
405 North Main Street
Shawano, WI 54166

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Shawano County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Shawano 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 715-526-7950 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Criminal Court case of an offender in this county, online.

Shawano County Jail Inmate Search

The Shawano County Jail maintains an average of 155 offenders in custody on any given day. The Shawano 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 Shawano County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,980 offenders.

The following charts of Shawano 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 Shawano 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 Shawano 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 Shawano 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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About the Shawano County Jail

Within Shawano County the main jail is the 155-bed Shawano County Jail which houses all of the inmates of the county whether they are arrested on a misdemeanor or a felony and holds them for the duration of their incarceration from pretrial to sentence.

Each inmate is assigned to the least restrictive unit to fit their needs, and they are provided with all of their basic needs including medical care, dental care, programs, education, and much more.

The Shawano County Jail is within the same building as the Sheriff's Department, as well as operating the work release portion of the jail, and it stretches out almost a block long to accommodate both purposes.

For questions or concerns about a specific inmate or programs the jail can be contacted by phone at 715-526-7950 and an online lookup is maintained to provide around the clock access to inmate status.

During work release inmates are able to maintain their prior jobs and attend work each day then return to the jail at the end of their shift for their sentence. Inmates are unable to have personal items delivered, other than medical items including glasses and prescriptions, but they are able to purchase items from the commissary if friends or family add money to the account which is accessed in the jail lobby at the kiosk or online.

Phones are provided in each of the housing units, and this allows inmates to make outgoing calls with the phones being activated in the morning after cleaning is completed and turned off at 10:30pm.

Mail is delivered to the inmates each weekday through the post office and must be addressed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166

Each piece of mail will be checked for contraband and any illegal items will be removed.

Visits are provided with an online account and each inmate is permitted one visit of 15 minutes each day during the following times: Monday – Friday 6pm-8:50pm, Saturday 1pm-4:20pm and 6pm-8:50pm, as well as Sunday 1pm-4:20pm. 

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at Shawano County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Shawano 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 Shawano County Jail:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

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 715-526-7950.

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Directions / Map to the Shawano County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in Shawano County

Once someone is booked at Shawano County Jail in Shawano 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 715-526-7950 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in Shawano County can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in Shawano County, Wisconsin, see the Shawano County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Shawano County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

405 North Main Street
Shawano, WI 54166
715-526-7950

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Inmates are allowed (1) -15 minute visit per day.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 1:00pm – 4:20pm
MONDAY 6:00pm – 8:50pm
TUESDAY 6:00pm – 8:50pm
WEDNESDAY 6:00pm – 8:50pm
THURSDAY 6:00pm – 8:50pm
FRIDAY 6:00pm – 8:50pm
SATURDAY 1:00pm - 4:20pm
6:00pm – 8:50pm


Shawano County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

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

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 715-526-7950 for questions or appointments.

Shawano County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for 'At the Jail' Visitation with Inmates.



For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
  • Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

    Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
    Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
    1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
    2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
    3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Shawano County Jail will either approve or deny it.
    4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
    NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.

How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Shawano County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Shawano County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with your Shawano County inmate using Inmate Canteen.
  • Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area at Shawano County Jail.
  • You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Shawano County inmate.
  • This is a fee based service.

Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Shawano County Jail and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

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 jail and remotely) in Shawano 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 Shawano County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 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 Shawano County Jail?

Shawano County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Remote Video Visitation with Inmates.

For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
  • Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

    Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
    Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
    1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
    2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
    3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Shawano County Jail will either approve or deny it.
    4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
    NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shawano County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Shawano 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.

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

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

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select Wisconsin, then Shawano County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.
  • NOTE: Shawano County Jail may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Shawano County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Shawano County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shawano County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do Inmates in Shawano County Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

  • Shawano County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen.
  • Register online, or log in if you already have an account with them. (Note: Chrome works best with this website)
  • Services for Shawano County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits or Purchasing Calling Cards.

Instructions on Purchasing Calling Cards or setting up to receive calls from an inmate:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select Wisconsin, then Shawano County Jail, then the inmate you wish to purchase a phone card or calling time for.
  • Select the "Purchase Phone Card for an Inmate" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase the phone card for your inmate in Shawano County.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Shawano 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 Shawano County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Shawano County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Shawano 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 Shawano 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#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166



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 Shawano 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 Shawano 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#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166

Shawano County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Shawano 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 Shawano County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Shawano County Jail
405 N. Main St.
Shawano, WI 54166


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 Shawano County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select Wisconsin, then Shawano County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
5. Maximum spend is $125.00.

Inmate Canteen has a selection of hundreds of items available to purchase for inmates in Shawano County. 
The items range from candy, snacks, coffee and other drinks, undergarments, stationary supplies and more. 



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

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

  • Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
  • Select Wisconsin, then Shawano County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
  • Maximum spend is $125.00.

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Shawano County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Shawano County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shawano County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Shawano County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Shawano County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Inmate Canteen to create an account or log in if you already have one.
  • Select Wisconsin, then select Shawano County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Add money to your account.
  • Verify your email.
  • Send message.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your Shawano County inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Shawano County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Shawano County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Shawano County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Shawano 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 Shawano County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-526-7950 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Shawano County

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

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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