Iowa County Jail

Official Sources for Iowa County Jail Information

Sauerbrei's office publishes two policy PDFs, on correspondence and on visitation, plus web pages for the jail and for contacting inmates; together with the Judicial Branch's Iowa County listing they are the basis for these pages. The correspondence policy covers mail scanning, deposits and the $8.95 card fee; the visitation policy sets the Tuesday and Saturday schedule. Court contacts come from the Sixth Judicial District listing. If anything here conflicts with what jail staff tell you, follow the jail.

How to post bail for a loved one in Iowa County

Once booked at Iowa County Jail in Marengo, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

• Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 319-642-7307 ext. 2.
• Licensed bail bondsmen in Iowa County can assist with the process.
• Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.

For more details on the bail process in Iowa County, Iowa, visit the Iowa County Jail Bail Information Page.

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

Searches and Denied Visits in Iowa County

The sheriff or a designee can deny a visit believed to endanger jail security. An inmate is denied the visit if the visitor won't consent to a search requested on probable cause. Tampering with anything in the visiting room is prohibited. Any exception to the policy must be cleared by the sheriff or a designee.

Iowa County Jail Visiting Hours and Rules

Free video visits take place at the Sheriff's Office, 960 Franklyn Ave., on Tuesdays from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. and Saturdays from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., per the sheriff's visitation policy. Each visit lasts 20 minutes, an inmate may have two visits per visiting day but not from the same person, and no more than three visitors may join one visit. Every visitor needs a photo ID, and a second form may be requested. Inmates get no more than 40 minutes of visiting a day, not counting attorney or clergy visits.

How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Iowa County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Iowa County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with your Iowa County inmate using Inmate Canteen.
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• Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area at Iowa County Jail.
• You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Iowa County inmate.
• This is a fee based service.

Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Iowa County Jail and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Iowa County, visit our full page guide. 

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iowa County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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

Home Video Visit Rules in Iowa County

Iowa County's visitation policy expects decent, non-offensive conduct, and that carries over to screens at home. Jailers may cut a session short over security concerns. Children should be with a parent or guardian on screen. Visits are recorded and monitored.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iowa County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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

Adding Commissary Money in Iowa County

Each Iowa County deposit, whatever route it takes, lands in one detainee account that pays for commissary. Online deposits start at the Inmate Canteen site, where you pick the Iowa County Jail and the inmate. The same Inmate Canteen system handles calls, texts, email and video for the jail. If you're unsure a deposit posted, call 319-642-7307, ext. 2.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Iowa County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Iowa County Jail follow these steps:

• Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
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• Select Iowa, then Iowa County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
• Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
• NOTE: Iowa County Jail may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally. 

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Iowa County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Iowa County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iowa County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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

When Iowa County Inmates Can Use the Phone

Phone availability inside the Franklyn Avenue jail follows the housing unit's daily schedule, which staff set. A sudden gap in calls from Franklyn Avenue usually traces to an empty Inmate Canteen balance or a wrong number on file. Discipline can also limit phone access. Jail staff can confirm whether calls are restricted.

How Do Inmates in Iowa County Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

• Iowa County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen.
• Register online, or log in if you already have an account with them. (Note: Chrome works best with this website)
• Services for Iowa County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits or Purchasing Calling Cards.

Instructions on Purchasing Calling Cards or setting up to receive calls from an inmate:

• Register or Log in to your account
• Select Iowa, then Iowa County Jail, then the inmate you wish to purchase a phone card or calling time for.
• Select the "Purchase Phone Card for an Inmate" option.
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase the phone card for your inmate in Iowa County.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Iowa 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 Iowa County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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

Iowa County Jail Mail Rules

Envelopes can carry only the mailing and return addresses; anything extra, such as writing or stickers, gets the letter returned. Letters can't contain stickers, glue, glitter, perfume, newspaper clippings, magazine pages, origami paper or stamps for return mail. Inappropriate pictures go to the detainee's property, and personal checks are refused. Hygiene items are not allowed by mail.

Iowa County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Iowa 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 Iowa County Jail:
Inmate Full Name, c/o Iowa County Jail, 960 Franklyn Ave., Marengo, IA 52301

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 Iowa County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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

Iowa County Jail Commissary: How It Works

Iowa County detainees shop commissary against what's on their account, which relatives top up by any of the three county-approved deposit routes. Because hygiene products must come from the jail, commissary matters more here than in jails that take mailed toiletries. Call 319-642-7307, ext. 2, for order days.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Iowa County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Iowa County Jail follow these steps:

• Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
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• Select Iowa, then Iowa County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
• Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Iowa County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Iowa County.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iowa County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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

How to Email or Text an Inmate at the Iowa County Jail

The Iowa County Sheriff's Office lists text messages and email among the ways to contact an inmate. Open an account through the county's link to Inmate Canteen, select the Iowa County Jail, and add funds. Jail staff can read what you send.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Iowa County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Iowa County Jail follow these steps:

• Register with Inmate Canteen to create an account or log in if you already have one.
• Select Iowa, then select Iowa County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
• Add money to your account.
• Verify your email.
• Send message.
• NOTE: All messages between you and your Iowa County inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Iowa County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Iowa County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iowa County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-642-7307 ext. 2 for further assistance.

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Iowa County County Jails

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