Pope County Jail
Pope County Jail
POPE COUNTY HOUSES ITS INMATES AT THE SALINE COUNTY JAIL. To locate an inmate arrested in Pope County, call the Pope County Sheriff at:618-683-4321 OR call the Saline County Jail at: 618-252-4805.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Illinois State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 618-252-4805, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Pope County Jail at 618-252-4805 to get it.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Pope 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 618-252-4805 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Pope County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.
Pope County Jail Inmate Search
The Pope County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Pope 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 Pope County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,200 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less- Saline County Jail: 618-252-4805
- Pope County Sheriff: 618-683-4321
What should you know about the booking process at Pope County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Pope County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Pope County Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Pope County Jail at 618-252-4805.
Steps to pay bail in Pope County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Pope County Jail in Harrisburg for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 618-252-4805.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 618-252-4805).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Pope County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Pope County, Illinois, visit the Pope County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Pope County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pope County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-252-4805 for further assistance.
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This facility, known as "Pope County Jail" is also known as Pope County inmates are housed at Saline County, Pope County Jail , Pope County Jail , Illinois, Pope.