Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County)
Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County)
Calls about anyone arrested in Franklin County go to the Hampton Law Enforcement Center, 641-456-2731, which knows which of the four contract jails has them.
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641-456-2731Other Jails and Prisons
Facts about Franklin County prisoners on these pages come from franklincountyia.gov and the Iowa Judicial Branch; because the county keeps no lockup of its own, each holding jail's records show who is in custody there.
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Cities covered by the Franklin County Sheriff: Hampton, Sheffield, Alexander, Coulter, Geneva, Hansell, Latimer, Popejoy and the Franklin County parts of Ackley and Dows.
The sheriff's Jail Division page states that there is not a jail within the county. Franklin County instead has arrangements with surrounding counties, and its prisoners are generally housed in one of four of them:
- Hardin County Correctional Center in Eldora: 641-939-8194
- Butler County Jail in Allison: 319-267-2410
- Wright County Jail in Clarion: 515-602-6152
- Cerro Gordo County Jail in Mason City: 641-421-3004
Find out which jail first
Only the Franklin County Sheriff's Office can say where a particular person is being held, so start with its 24-hour non-emergency line, 641-456-2731. After that, visits are arranged directly with the jail holding them, which also handles its own phone, mail, money and commissary rules.
Serving a Franklin County sentence
Someone ordered to serve time contacts one of the four jails, tells it they are a Franklin County prisoner, and sets up the dates. Then they call the sheriff at 641-456-2731 to say where; the sheriff's office sends the paperwork to that jail.
Sheriff's headquarters: Law Enforcement Center, 105 5th Street SW, Hampton (mailing: PO Box 57, Hampton, IA 50441). Administrative office: 641-456-6035, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Sheriff Aaron Dodd; Chief Deputy Joel McWilliams.
- Jail (Main): 641-456-2731
How does the booking process work at Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County)?
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County) for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County) typically includes the following steps:
- Verifying identity.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
- DNA collection, if required.
- Conducting a thorough search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a free phone call.
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 641-456-2731.
What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Franklin County?
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County) in Hampton for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 641-456-2731 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
- To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 641-456-2731).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Franklin County can assist with payment.
- Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.
For more information on the bail process in Franklin County, Iowa, visit the Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County) Bail Information Page.
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How to Visit a Franklin County Inmate: Which Jail to Go To
Without a lockup in Hampton, Sheriff Aaron Dodd's deputies book Franklin County arrestees into four neighboring jails, according to the sheriff's Jail Division page. Visits follow the rules of whichever jail is holding the person, not Franklin County's:
- Hardin County Correctional Center visiting, Eldora
- Butler County Jail visiting, Allison
- Wright County Jail visiting, Clarion
- Cerro Gordo County Jail visiting, Mason City
Each of those pages gives that jail's own schedule, sign-up steps and video options. Before driving, ask the Franklin County Sheriff's Office at 641-456-2731 which of the four is holding your relative this week.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County)’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 641-456-2731 for further assistance.
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Franklin County County Jails
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The Franklin County Jail (inmates housed in other county jails, incl. Hardin County) serves the following cities and towns of Franklin County: Hampton and Sheffield.