Black Hawk County Jail

Black Hawk County Jail Information

The Black Hawk County Jail is a 272 bed jail in the city of Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 319-291-2587, 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.

Phone: 319-291-2587

Physical Address:
225 E 6th St
Waterloo, IA 50703

Mailing Address (personal mail):
[Inmate Name]
Black Hawk County Jail
225 East 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
[Inmate Name]
Black Hawk County Jail
225 East 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Black Hawk County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Black Hawk 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 319-291-2587 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's criminal court case and docket schedule online for Black Hawk County and any other county in Iowa.

Black Hawk County Jail Inmate Search

Black Hawk County Active Arrest Warrants are listed on the Sheriff's website.

The Black Hawk County Jail maintains an average of 272 offenders in custody on any given day. The Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,920 offenders.

The following charts of Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County Corrections Department, the state of Iowa Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk 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.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Black Hawk County and Iowa state prisons, click the button below.
Black Hawk County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Black Hawk County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 3/28/2024

Race Inmates % Total
White 179 77.16%
Black 41 17.67%
Hispanic or Latino 11 4.74%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 0 0.00%
Asian 1 0.43%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 232 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Department, Iowa Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Black Hawk County Inmate Criminal Charges - 3/28/2024

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 77 33.19%
Felony (2rd Degree) 40 17.24%
Felony (1st Degree) 0 0.00%
State Jail Felony 18 7.76%
Felony (Uncategorized) 29 12.50%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 68 29.31%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Department, Iowa Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Black Hawk County Inmate Sex - 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 208 89.66%
Female 24 10.34%
Total 232 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Department, Iowa Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Black Hawk County Inmate Age - 3/28/2024

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 0.43%
18-20 14 6.03%
21-24 23 9.91%
25-30 43 18.53%
31-35 43 18.53%
36-40 44 18.97%
41-45 30 12.93%
46-50 12 5.17%
51-55 9 3.88%
56-60 8 3.45%
61-65 3 1.29%
66-75 2 0.86%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 232 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Department, Iowa Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Black Hawk County Jail

The Black Hawk County Jail was built in 1995 with a rated capacity of 272 beds, replacing the jail that used to be a part of the Black Hawk County Courthouse, which is still in use today.  It was built in 1964. The jail and the courthouse are connected by a skyway, providing a secure passage for inmates moving back and forth for arraignments, hearings and trials.

The three-story brick, concrete and steel Black Hawk County Jail was built at a cost of approximately $15 million and is 113,800 square feet in size. The Black Hawk County Sheriff runs the jail and his department on a budget of $14 million a year. The jail itself has a staff of 68 correctional officers, 12 booking clerks, 2 commissary clerks and a social worker. They book about 6,000 people into the jail every year for crimes ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies such as robbery, rape and murder. For added security the jail recently installed a full body scanner that every person entering the jail has to pass through.

The jail holds men and women that are arrested in Cedar Falls, Dunkerton, Elk Run Heights, Evansdale, Gilbertville, Hudson, Janesville, Jesup, La Porte City, Raymond, Waterloo and other incorporated ares of Black Hawk County.

You can reach the jail 24 hours a day by calling 319-291-2587 if you want to ask questions about an inmate in custody or any of the ways to visit or communicate with them. You can also look up Who's In Jail by looking up the jail's Inmate Jail Roster to find their criminal charges and bond, as well as the date and time of their arrest. Unfortunately, no mugshots are publicly posted.

Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Black Hawk County Jail can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home, as well as in person.Visitation schedules are on our Inmate Visitation page. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.

All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below.  If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 319-291-2587.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Black Hawk County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Black Hawk County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 319-291-2587.

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.

Black Hawk County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk 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.

What is the booking process like at the Black Hawk County Jail?

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 Black Hawk County and other Iowa 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.

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 to 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.

What happens after booking?

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 Black Hawk County Jail 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.

How long does the Black Hawk County Jail 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.

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Directions / Map to the Black Hawk County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Black Hawk County Bail and Bond Information

  • To post a cash bond, verify the bond online or by calling 319-291-2587 ext. 5244 .
  • During regular business hours, take the cash and go to the Black Hawk County Courthouse, first floor, and present the cash to the Clerk of Courts.
    316 E 5th Street - Waterloo, IA 50703
  • You will then be given a certificate to bring to the Sheriff's Office.
    225 E 6th Street Waterloo, IA 50703
  • After regular business hours, bring the correct cash amount directly to the Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office.

The Black Hawk County Sheriff also recommends that you may want to use a bail bond agent licensed to do business in Black Hawk County.

  • You can pay a cash bond yourself, or use your home in Black Hawk County, or in some cases the state of Iowa, but the benefit of using a bail bond agent is that they take responsibility for making sure the inmate shows up for court in Black Hawk County, and if they don't, then they take the financial responsibility.
  • The typical fee for a bond will be between 10-20% of the bail amount; usually 15%.  So if an offender has a bail of $10,000.00, their bond will be $1500.00.

Call 319-291-2587 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Black Hawk County inmate locator.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Black Hawk County Jail Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

225 E 6th St
Waterloo, IA 50703
319-291-2587

  • First, you must register, puchase data, and then schedule with CIDNET.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • The more data you purchase, the less expensive each MB of data is.
  • General population inmates may receive one local visit per weekday for up to 30 minutes.
  • Maximum security inmates are allowed two visits per week, up to 30 minutes each, unless restricted for disciplinary or other reasons.
  • Special Housing Unit (SHU) inmates are allowed one visit per week for up to 30 minutes each unless restricted for disciplinary or other reasons.
  • Persons under 18 years of age are not allowed in the visitation waiting area. Children accompanying visitors may not be left unattended for any reason. 
  • You must have a valid government issued photo ID and be 18 or older.

ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION

INMATE
HOUSING
DAYS TIMES
A1 MON thru
FRI
9:30-11:00AM
A2 WED 8:00-11:00AM
12:00-2:30PM
A3 Lower Tier MON thru
FRI
8:00-9:00AM
A3 Upper Tier MON thru
FRI
1:30-2:30PM
PODS
B,C,D,E,F
MON thru
FRI
8:15-9:00AM,
9:30-11:00AM
12:15-1:00PM
1:30-2:30PM
PODS
B,C,D,E,F
MON thru
THU
7:00-8:00PM
F-Pod
Maximum
Security
Call
319-291-2587
 
F-Pod
Admin
Segregation
WED 7:30-2:30PM


Black Hawk County Jail Remote Inmate Visitation

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
MONDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM

Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 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 Black Hawk County Jail?

Black Hawk County Jail Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

225 E 6th St
Waterloo, IA 50703
319-291-2587

  • First, you must register, puchase data, and then schedule with CIDNET.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • The more data you purchase, the less expensive each MB of data is.
  • General population inmates may receive one local visit per weekday for up to 30 minutes.
  • Maximum security inmates are allowed two visits per week, up to 30 minutes each, unless restricted for disciplinary or other reasons.
  • Special Housing Unit (SHU) inmates are allowed one visit per week for up to 30 minutes each unless restricted for disciplinary or other reasons.
  • Persons under 18 years of age are not allowed in the visitation waiting area. Children accompanying visitors may not be left unattended for any reason. 
  • You must have a valid government issued photo ID and be 18 or older.

ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION

INMATE
HOUSING
DAYS TIMES
A1 MON thru
FRI
9:30-11:00AM
A2 WED 8:00-11:00AM
12:00-2:30PM
A3 Lower Tier MON thru
FRI
8:00-9:00AM
A3 Upper Tier MON thru
FRI
1:30-2:30PM
PODS
B,C,D,E,F
MON thru
FRI
8:15-9:00AM,
9:30-11:00AM
12:15-1:00PM
1:30-2:30PM
PODS
B,C,D,E,F
MON thru
THU
7:00-8:00PM
F-Pod
Maximum
Security
Call
319-291-2587
 
F-Pod
Admin
Segregation
WED 7:30-2:30PM


Black Hawk County Jail Remote Inmate Visitation

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
MONDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 9:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Black Hawk County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Black Hawk 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 Iowa, then Black Hawk 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: Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Black Hawk County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Black Hawk County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County Jail 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 Iowa, then the Black Hawk County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Black Hawk County Jail 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 Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Black Hawk County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Black Hawk 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 Black Hawk 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 Name]
Black Hawk County Jail
225 East 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
[Inmate Name]
Black Hawk County Jail
225 East 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Inmates are allowed no more than three books or magazines  (magazines from the jail library) in their cell at one time, no more than three newspapers at one time, and may have up to three religious books in their cells at one time.

Magazines
No magazines allowed.

Books

Only books of a religious, educational, or legal nature are allowed to be sent to inmates, under the following circumstances:

  • Any book an inmate wishes to receive must be first approved by the Jail Administrator. This must be done by the inmate submitting the request to the Jail Administrator on the tablet system.
  • Books must be sent directly from a publisher, or other approved source (Amazon.com). Nothing from a third party will be allowed.
  • The seller's information must be included in the request to the jail administrator.
  • Books that are approved to be sent will count toward an inmate's total allowed books (three).
  • No books will be stored or mailed outside of the jail for an inmate that exceeds the allowed number of books.
  • Any books received that are not pre-approved will be returned to the sender.
  • Inmates are allowed no more than three books or magazines (magazines from the jail library) in their cell at one time, no more than three newspapers at one time, and may have up to three religious books in their cells at one time.


All newspapers and books are to be shipped to:
[Inmate Name]
Black Hawk County Jail
225 East 6th Street
Waterloo, IA 50703

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Black Hawk County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Black Hawk County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.

NOTE: Black Hawk County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
  • Select the "Purchase Items" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Black Hawk County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Black Hawk County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.



Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Black Hawk County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Black Hawk County follow these instructions:

  • Register and create an account with CIDNET.
  • Choose a Security PIN and Password.
  • After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Iowa, then the Black Hawk County Jail, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Black Hawk County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Black Hawk County, visit our full page guide

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Black Hawk County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Black Hawk County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Black Hawk County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

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:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here
  • Pay for the subscription.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Black Hawk County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-291-2587 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Black Hawk County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Black Hawk County

What are the other City and County Jails in Black Hawk County?

Black Hawk County County Jails
Black Hawk County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Black Hawk County?

Black Hawk Grundy Butler Bremer Tama Benton Buchanan Fayette
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US State Prison Population Demographics

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 973,343 93.26%
Female 70,362 6.74%
Total 1,043,705 100.0%

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 327,300 35.27%
Black 345,500 37.23%
Hispanic 226,800 24.44%
American Indian / Alaska Native 15,900 1.71%
Asian 12,500 1.35%
Total 928,000 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 622,200 95.46%
Female 31,700 4.86%
Total 653,900 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 178,600 29.23%
Black 234,500 38.38%
Hispanic 179,500 29.38%
American Indian / Alaska Native 9,600 1.57%
Asian 8,800 1.44%
Total 611,000 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 147,500 93.95%
Female 10,000 6.37%
Total 157,500 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,600 26.04%
Black 63,000 43.63%
Hispanic 39,100 27.08%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,300 1.59%
Asian 2,400 1.66%
Total 144,400 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 16,000 86.02%
Female 2,600 13.98%
Total 18,600 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 5,400 43.90%
Black 3,600 29.27%
Hispanic 2,900 23.58%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.63%
Asian 200 1.63%
Total 12,300 100.0%

Violent Rape & Sexual Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 159,800 98.95%
Female 2,200 1.36%
Total 162,000 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 125,800 96.18%
Female 5,400 4.13%
Total 131,200 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 18.64%
Black 66,800 56.85%
Hispanic 26,500 22.55%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,200 1.02%
Asian 1,100 0.94%
Total 117,500 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 137,000 94.74%
Female 8,100 5.60%
Total 145,100 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,500 23.28%
Black 53,300 33.09%
Hispanic 65,300 40.53%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,800 1.74%
Asian 2,200 1.37%
Total 161,100 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 36,100 91.86%
Female 3,300 8.40%
Total 39,400 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 12,200 32.45%
Black 14,200 37.77%
Hispanic 9,700 25.80%
American Indian / Alaska Native 800 2.13%
Asian 700 1.86%
Total 37,600 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 127,900 90.64%
Female 13,600 9.64%
Total 141,500 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 60,500 50.46%
Black 37,800 31.53%
Hispanic 18,100 15.10%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,100 1.75%
Asian 1,400 1.17%
Total 119,900 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 75,900 95.11%
Female 4,200 5.26%
Total 80,100 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 30,500 44.40%
Black 24,200 35.23%
Hispanic 12,300 17.90%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,100 1.60%
Asian 600 0.87%
Total 68,700 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 22,300 84.47%
Female 4,200 15.91%
Total 26,500 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 13,800 58.97%
Black 6,800 29.06%
Hispanic 2,200 9.40%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 1.28%
Asian 300 1.28%
Total 23,400 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,400 91.43%
Female 600 8.57%
Total 7,000 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,500 48.08%
Black 1,500 28.85%
Hispanic 1,000 19.23%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.92%
Asian 100 1.92%
Total 5,200 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 9,800 75.97%
Female 3,200 24.81%
Total 13,000 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,900 63.30%
Black 2,600 23.85%
Hispanic 900 8.26%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 2.75%
Asian 200 1.83%
Total 10,900 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,600 90.67%
Female 1,400 9.33%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 6,700 58.26%
Black 2,700 23.48%
Hispanic 1,700 14.78%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.74%
Asian 200 1.74%
Total 11,500 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 114,600 87.08%
Female 17,400 13.22%
Total 132,000 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 49,500 47.50%
Black 37,300 35.80%
Hispanic 14,600 14.01%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,700 1.63%
Asian 1,100 1.06%
Total 104,200 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 28,500 84.57%
Female 5,300 15.73%
Total 33,800 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 14,800 56.27%
Black 7,900 30.04%
Hispanic 3,000 11.41%
American Indian / Alaska Native 400 1.52%
Asian 200 0.76%
Total 26,300 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 86,100 88.04%
Female 12,000 12.27%
Total 98,100 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 34,700 44.54%
Black 29,400 37.74%
Hispanic 11,600 14.89%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 1.67%
Asian 900 1.16%
Total 77,900 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 102,500 93.95%
Female 6,900 6.32%
Total 109,400 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 35,900 40.84%
Black 34,500 39.25%
Hispanic 13,800 15.70%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,500 2.84%
Asian 1,200 1.37%
Total 87,900 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 37,800 97.93%
Female 900 2.33%
Total 38,700 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 7,200 22.86%
Black 16,900 53.65%
Hispanic 6,500 20.63%
American Indian / Alaska Native 500 1.59%
Asian 400 1.27%
Total 31,500 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,400 89.33%
Female 1,600 10.67%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,800 59.65%
Black 2,000 17.54%
Hispanic 1,800 15.79%
American Indian / Alaska Native 700 6.14%
Asian 100 0.88%
Total 11,400 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 51,200 92.25%
Female 4,400 7.93%
Total 55,600 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 48.45%
Black 15,700 34.73%
Hispanic 5,600 12.39%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 2.88%
Asian 700 1.55%
Total 45,200 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,100 89.71%
Female 800 11.76%
Total 6,900 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,700 52.94%
Black 1,500 29.41%
Hispanic 700 13.73%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.96%
Asian 100 1.96%
Total 5,100 100.0%
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This facility, known as "Black Hawk County Jail" is also known as Black Hawk County Jail, Iowa, Black Hawk.