McHenry County Jail

To search for an inmate in the McHenry 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 815-338-9396 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the  McHenry County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.

McHenry County Jail Inmate Search

The McHenry County Jail maintains an average of 650 offenders in custody on any given day. The McHenry 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 McHenry County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,000 offenders.

How do you pay bail for someone who has been arrested in McHenry County?

When an offender is arrested and brought to the McHenry County Jail in Woodstock 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 McHenry 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 815-338-9396 to get the exact amount.

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

• A cash bond is paid in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court, usually by cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails also take debit or credit cards through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor for an added fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's number is 815-338-9396.
• It can be paid using a bail company, licensed to do business in McHenry County.
• Many courts accept land or a home as bond collateral; the owner shows clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, using a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.

For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in McHenry County Illinois, check out the McHenry County Jail Bail Page.

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

McHenry County Jail Inmate Video Visitation

2200 North Seminary Avenue
(aka Route 47)
Woodstock, IL 60098
815-334-4745

• First, you must register with IC Solutions.
  
• All Visits are done by video.
• On-site visits are free, but limited to twice a week.
• Remote visits are not free.
• Unlimited Remote visits.

McHenry County Jail uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.

In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

• Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
• Select your Inmate.
• Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
• Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

• IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    McHenry County Jail can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

McHenry County Jail uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.

In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

• Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
• Select your Inmate.
• Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
• Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

• IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    McHenry County Jail can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McHenry County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

McHenry County Jail Inmate Video Visitation

2200 North Seminary Avenue
(aka Route 47)
Woodstock, IL 60098
815-334-4745

• First, you must register with IC Solutions.
  
• All Visits are done by video.
• On-site visits are free, but limited to twice a week.
• Remote visits are not free.
• Unlimited Remote visits.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McHenry County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at McHenry County Jail, 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. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.

Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the McHenry County Jail whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.

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 McHenry County

To send commissary money to an inmate in McHenry County Jail follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Illinois, then select McHenry County Jail, 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 McHenry County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McHenry County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

How Do Inmates in McHenry County Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

• McHenry County Jail uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Families and friends of McHenry County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in McHenry County.
• Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with McHenry 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 McHenry County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

McHenry County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The McHenry 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 McHenry 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 & Jail ID #
McHenry County Jail
2200 N. Seminary Avenue
Woodstock, IL 60098

Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Jail ID #
McHenry County Jail
2200 N. Seminary Avenue
Woodstock, IL 60098

*** All Newspapers, Magazines and Books must be approved in advance by the McHenry County Jail.
There is an online form you will need to fill out on this page before ordering.

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 McHenry County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the McHenry 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 book orders must first be approved by the jail.  Fill out the online form and wait for approval before you order.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Jail ID #
McHenry County Jail
2200 N. Seminary Avenue
Woodstock, IL 60098

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McHenry County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

How to Send Money to an Inmate in McHenry County

To send commissary money to an inmate in McHenry County Jail follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Illinois, then select McHenry County Jail, 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 McHenry County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McHenry County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

How Do Inmates in McHenry County Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

• McHenry County Jail uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Families and friends of McHenry County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in McHenry County.
• Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with McHenry 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 McHenry County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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

Ask McHenry County Jail whether IC Solutions tablet rentals are available to inmates there.

  
IC Solutions 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.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription.
• IC Solutions shows the subscription price, billing dates and any fees before you pay.
• Ask IC Solutions how soon your inmate will get the tablet after you pay.

Ask McHenry County Jail whether IC Solutions tablet rentals are available to inmates there.

  
IC Solutions 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.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription.
• IC Solutions shows the subscription price, billing dates and any fees before you pay.
• Ask IC Solutions how soon your inmate will get the tablet after you pay.

For more information about IC Solutions and their tablet program, including availability, price, benefits and more, check out our Inmate Tablet page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McHenry County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 815-338-9396 for further assistance.

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