Randolph County Jail
Randolph County Jail
Trying to locate an inmate? Call the 44-bed Randolph County Jail 24 hours a day at 618-826-5484.
When police in this county arrest someone for a misdemeanor or felony, they bring that person here for booking and processing. The person may then be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is resolved, depending on the charges.
You can also search the facility’s roster online with the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than a year do their time in this county. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Illinois State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page covers the inmate services you’ll need most:
- Visiting hours and rules
- Putting money on an inmate’s account
- Sending letters
- Receiving phone calls and voicemail
- Email and text messaging
- Tablet rentals
- Posting bail
- Commissary
Write down the inmate’s jail ID or booking number; you’ll likely need it. If it’s not online, call Randolph County Jail at 618-826-5484.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Randolph 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 618-826-5484 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Randolph County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.
Randolph County Jail Inmate Search
The Randolph County Jail maintains an average of 44 offenders in custody on any given day. The Randolph 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 Randolph County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 880 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessFound in the back of the Randolph County courthouse, the Randolph County Jail has a secure a sally port, and is also connected to the courthouse to provide safe transportation of inmates to and from the jail without risk of escape or contact with the public. Along with the indoor spaces it provides the inmate a fenced yard for access to the outdoors during recreational time.
It is the Randolph County Jail that provides detention services for all Randolph County offenders, both as they wait for their trial and if they are serving a short sentence that will see them released in under one year, either on a misdemeanor or felony charge, and it falls under the responsibility of the Corrections Department under the Sheriff’s Office.
This facility uses an RFID system which monitors each inmate with a tracking device that is worn on their person at all times to follow the movements of inmates, ensure they are where they are intended to be, and for the safety of inmates and staff around the clock.
An ongoing list of inmates, their bail, when they were arrested, and their charges is maintained and updated often for access by concerned family or friends and staff are able to answer questions regarding how to pay bail, how to visit, and other procedures and programs by calling 618-826-5484.
Throughout any length of incarceration, each of the offenders who are being held will be provided with their clothing and bedding, which are washed weekly, healthy meals three times each day, and programs that will help to rehabilitate and overcome addictions or substance use. Dayrooms are in each of the housing units and within them are phones for outgoing calls, space for eating meals or writing and social interactions, and recreation activities.
To send mail to an inmate there are expectations and regulations including that it has a name and return address, and the correct mailing address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Randolph County Jail
200 West Buena Vista
Chester, IL 62233
Mail cannot include Polaroid pictures or adult content, and it must not contain any additional items or contraband or it will be refused.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
Phones are available to make collect calls, which results in the person who receives the call being billed for it on their next phone bills, and while visits are permitted, it is necessary to call the jail at 618-826-5484 and schedule a visit, as only those who are approved will be given a time to visit.
- Jail (Main): 618-826-5484
What should you know about the booking process at Randolph County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Randolph County Jail at 618-826-5484.
Steps to pay bail in Randolph County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Randolph County Jail in Chester 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 618-826-5484.
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 618-826-5484).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Randolph 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 Randolph County, Illinois, visit the Randolph County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Randolph County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Randolph County Jail on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
200 West Buena Vista
Chester, IL 62233
618-826-5484
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
- All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
- On Site video visitation is available at no cost.
- A video visit lasts 20 minutes.
- Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
- All rules set forth for non-contact visitation shall be adhered to when using the video visitation system.
- Any lewd, profane or inappropriate behavior shall result in loss of video visitation privileges for the visitor and/or inmate.
- Each inmate is permitted a maximum of three on site visitors per session.
- Visitation sign-up is limited and on a first-come first serve basis.
- Visitors are encouraged to go online and reserve a visitation time. Purchased visitation minutes are not transferable.
- An adult must accompany all visitors who are under 17 years of age. Children must be monitored at all times.
- Visitors are not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them into the visitation area other than their picture ID and/or a set of keys unless otherwise allowed by the jail.
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
Randolph County Jail Remote Inmate Video Visitation
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Remote Visits are $0.20 per minute.
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| MONDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
Randolph County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Randolph County Jail
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Randolph County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
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Randolph County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Randolph County Jail
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Randolph County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Randolph County Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit using the iOS or Android app.
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Randolph County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Randolph County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with correctpay by creating an account.
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- Select Illinois, then select Randolph 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.
- You can deposit money four ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Randolph County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Randolph County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
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How Do Inmates in Randolph County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Randolph County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Randolph County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Randolph County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Randolph 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 Randolph County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Randolph County Jail, and what can I send them?
Randolph County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Randolph County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Randolph 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#
Randolph County Jail
200 West Buena Vista
Chester, IL 62233
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Randolph County Jail
200 West Buena Vista
Chester, IL 62233
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
Ask the Randolph County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Randolph County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Randolph County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Randolph County Jail
200 West Buena Vista
Chester, IL 62233
Randolph County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Randolph 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 Randolph County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Randolph County Jail
200 West Buena Vista
Chester, IL 62233
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 Randolph County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
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Purchasing a Randolph County Jail Inmate Commissary
Randolph County Jail allows inmates to purchase commissary, which is a jail affiliated store that sells snacks, hygiene products, stationary, clothing and even e-cigs and nicotine pouches (where allowed).
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Kellwell Commissary.
These items can be purchased once a week.
This amount you can spend each week is set by the facility. Call 618-826-5484 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Randolph County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Randolph County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Randolph County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
- First you must register, and then funds are added to the inmate's account. If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
- When an inmate gets the device they may send 5 free automated messages each day for the first three days of possession of the chirping device.
- These automated messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped who is sending the Chirps and the facility they are Chirping from.
- It will then ask them to go to a direct link to the inmate's account on the Inmate Sales website.
- The website will then instruct them to use a credit card to put money on the inmate's account.
Cost of Chirping:
- If an inmate has available funds on their chirping device they will be able to chirp any cell phone and that chirp will appear to be a normal text.
- If you wish to stop receiving Chirps from an inmate, reply to the Chirp with STOP.
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Randolph County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Randolph County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Randolph County, by creating an account.
- Select Illinois, then select Randolph County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
- If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
- NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Randolph County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
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For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Randolph County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Randolph County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Randolph County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
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Randolph County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and 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.
- Job Search - Inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- 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.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
Randolph County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Randolph County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 618-826-5484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Randolph County?
The Randolph County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Randolph County: Chester, Coulterville, Ellis Grove, Sparta and Steeleville.