Niobrara County Detention Facility

Q: Does Niobrara County have bail?

Does Niobrara County have bail? Yes, Niobrara County recognizes most types of bonds. Bond schedule for Wyoming

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Niobrara County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Niobrara County? Bail is available in three forms in Niobrara County: release on own recognizance, cash bond, or bail bond. A bail bond will require the use of a bail bond agent.

Q: Who can set bail in Niobrara County?

Who can set bail in Niobrara County? Bail is set by a judge. For minor, non-violent offense the judge will normally follow a bail schedule. For more serious cases the judge will calculate bail according to what they believe is necessary to insure appearance at further proceedings.

Q: When is bail set in Niobrara County Wyoming?

When is bail set in Niobrara County Wyoming? Bail will be set during the defendant’s first appearance in court, also known as a bail hearing. This hearing will generally occur within 72 hrs. of arrest, not counting weekends and holidays.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Niobrara County Detention Facility?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Niobrara County Detention Facility? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Niobrara County Detention Facility, call the jail’s booking line at 307-334-2240. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Niobrara County Detention Facility Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Niobrara County?

What happens during booking in Niobrara County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Niobrara County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Niobrara County Detention Facility?

What is the booking process like at the Niobrara County Detention Facility? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Niobrara County and other Wyoming and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Niobrara County Detention Facility will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 307-334-2240 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Niobrara County Detention Facility booking process take?

How long does the Niobrara County Detention Facility booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Niobrara County Detention Facility? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Niobrara County Detention Facility will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Niobrara County Detention Facility?

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To search for an inmate in the Niobrara County Detention Facility, 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 307-334-2240 for the information you are looking for.

Niobrara County Detention Facility 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 Niobrara County Detention Facility, 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 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

The Niobrara County Detention Facility maintains an average of 14 offenders in custody on any given day. The Niobrara County Detention Facility 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 Niobrara County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 280 offenders.

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About the Niobrara County Detention Facility

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The 14-bed Niobrara County Detention Facility is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Niobrara County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.

It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.

The one story brown brick Justice Center, which is attached to the Sheriff's Office, is located at 416 S. Elm Street in Lusk, Wyoming.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 307-334-2240, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.

Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.

Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.

The Niobrara County Detention Facility also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.

Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.

Visiting days and times are on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, as well as Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Times vary but can be found on our visitation page.

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.

Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.

All personal mail is sent to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Niobrara County Detention Facility
416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225

Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Niobrara County Detention Facility
416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225

Jail (Main): 307-334-2240

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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Booking process details at Niobrara County Detention Facility

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Niobrara County Detention Facility for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.

It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.

The booking process at Niobrara County Detention Facility typically involves the following steps:

Identifying the individual.
Taking a mugshot.
Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
DNA collection if applicable.
Conducting a full-body search.
Confiscating personal property.
Allowing a phone call.

Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 307-334-2240.

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Directions / Map to the Niobrara County Detention Facility

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to post bail for a loved one in Niobrara County

Once booked at Niobrara County Detention Facility in Lusk, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 307-334-2240.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

Bail can be paid in cash, by credit card, or with a money order.
Licensed bail bondsmen in Niobrara County can assist with the process.
Property within the county can also be used to pay bail.

For more details on the bail process in Niobrara County, Wyoming, visit the Niobrara County Detention Facility Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Niobrara County Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?

Niobrara County Detention Facility ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225
307-334-2240

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 307-334-2240 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 307-334-2240 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	12:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY	9:00AM - 10:00AM 12:00PM - 4:00P
WEDNESDAY	6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY	12:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY	12:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Niobrara County Detention Facility?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Niobrara County Detention Facility, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Niobrara County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Niobrara County Detention Facility follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select Wyoming, then select Niobrara County Detention Facility, 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 Niobrara County Detention Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Niobrara County Detention Facility?

Collect Calls

Almost every jail, including Niobrara County Detention Facility, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.

Direct Calls

Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
To find out about Niobrara County Detention Facility phone services, call 307-334-2240 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Niobrara County Detention Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Niobrara County Detention Facility 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 Niobrara County Detention Facility 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#
Niobrara County Detention Facility
416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Niobrara County Detention Facility
416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225

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 Niobrara County Detention Facility 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 Niobrara County Detention Facility 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#
Niobrara County Detention Facility
416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225

Niobrara County Detention Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Niobrara County Detention Facility 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 Niobrara County Detention Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Niobrara County Detention Facility
416 South Elm Street
Lusk, WY 82225

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 Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Niobrara County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Niobrara County Detention Facility follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select Wyoming, then select Niobrara County Detention Facility, 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 Niobrara County Detention Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Niobrara County Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Niobrara County Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 307-334-2240 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Niobrara County Detention Facility? What does it look like?

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Other Jails Nearby

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There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Niobrara County Detention Facility, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

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Niobrara County Detention Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

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How to Send Money to an Inmate in Niobrara County

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Search for an Inmate in Niobrara County

Niobrara County Detention Facility Information

Booking process details at Niobrara County Detention Facility

How to post bail for a loved one in Niobrara County

Niobrara County Detention Facility ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Niobrara County Detention Facility, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Niobrara County

Niobrara County Detention Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Niobrara County Detention Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Niobrara County

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