You can call the 34-bed Schuyler County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 217-322-4366.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
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 217-322-4366, 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 Schuyler County Jail at 217-322-4366 to get it.
Phone: 217-322-4366
Physical Address:
216 West Lafayette
Rushville, IL 62681
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Schuyler 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 217-322-4366 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Schuyler County Criminal Court or any court in Illinois, as well as criminal court case information regarding an offender.
Schuyler County Jail Inmate Search
The Schuyler County Jail maintains an average of 34 offenders in custody on any given day. The Schuyler 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 Schuyler County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 680 offenders.
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The 34-bed Schuyler County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Schuyler 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.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 217-322-4366, 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 Schuyler County Jail 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.
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:
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
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:
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Schuyler County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Schuyler County Jail:
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Schuyler County Jail at 217-322-4366.
After being arrested and booked into Schuyler County Jail in Rushville, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 217-322-4366 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Schuyler County, Illinois, visit the Schuyler County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail? What is the Schedule?
216 West Lafayette
Rushville, IL 62681
217-322-4366
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 217-322-4366 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Schuyler County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Schuyler County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Schuyler County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Schuyler County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Schuyler 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 Schuyler County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Schuyler County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Schuyler 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:
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
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 Schuyler 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 Schuyler County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Schuyler County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
For inmates receiving mail in the Schuyler 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 Schuyler County Jail:
Schuyler County Jail
216 W Lafayette St
Rushville, IL 62681
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 Schuyler County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Schuyler County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Schuyler County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
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:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Schuyler County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Schuyler County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
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Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Schuyler County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Schuyler County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Schuyler County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Schuyler County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Questions:
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:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Schuyler County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 217-322-4366 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Schuyler County?
This facility, known as "Schuyler County Jail" is also known as Schuyler County Jail, Illinois, Schuyler.
