Located in the city of Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa, the Johnson County Jail is a 92-bed jail. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 319-356-6025.
This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Inmates remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is settled.
The inmate search tool provides access to the jail's roster of those in custody.
Individuals sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here. Those sentenced to more than a year are transferred to either the Iowa State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Johnson County Jail at 319-356-6025 for assistance.
Phone: 319-356-6025
Physical Address:
511 S. Capital Street
Iowa City, IA 52244
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Johnson 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 319-356-6025 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's criminal court case and docket schedule online for Johnson County and any other county in Iowa.
Johnson County Jail Inmate Search
The Johnson County Jail maintains an average of 92 offenders in custody on any given day. The Johnson 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 Johnson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,840 offenders.
The following charts of Johnson County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Johnson County Corrections Department, the state of Iowa Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Johnson County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Johnson County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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The Johnson County Jail began filling up with inmates in 1981 with a 46-inmate capacity. Not long after, the county started double-bunking inmates for a capacity of 92, and they haven't expanded since then even though for at least the last twenty years they have spent close to $25 million housing inmates in neighboring jails in Henry, Lee, Clinton and Muscatine Counties. It costs over $500,000 a year to house inmates in other jails, not top mention the man hours and transportation moving them back and forth for court and other reasons.
The Johnson County Jail ws built when the Sheriff's Office had about 50 employees, and now that have well over 100, more than double what they had in the 1980s.. and the space is the same size. The Sheriffs of Johnson County have been complaining of leaking pipes and utilities breaking down for over 20 years, requesting a new jail at least three times the size, but to no avail.
The facility was built when the Sheriff’s Office had about 50 full-time employees. Now, almost 100 full-time employees work out of a space designed for half as many. In addition, the jail is now dealing with an extraordinarily large percentage of inmates with mental health issues and behavior problems, and the design is not ideal to address needs if someone must be held in solitary confinement.
The Johnson County Jail is located at 511 S Capitol Street in Iowa City, IA 52240. It is located in a prime, downtown location that could be used to enhance the development of that area and increase the tax base. A new jail in a more, out of the way location would be an improvement for the city.
You can reach the jail 24 hours a day by calling 319-356-6025, and you can find out information about inmate services and the inmates, including what jail they are being held at, by either phone or the Inmate Jail Roster online. The Roster includes mugshots, criminal charges, bond, case numbers and other information. You can also review the offender's criminal court case information online.
The Johnson County Sheriff's Office in Iowa is responsible for handling all administrative and criminal investigations regarding any alleged harassment or sexual abuse. All arrests made in Johnson County, from both the Sheriff's Office, and the towns and cities in its borders. The Sheriff's Office is responsible for patrolling any unincorporated areas of the county or areas not covered by other police forces.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Johnson County Jail can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 319-356-6025.
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Johnson County Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Johnson County Jail:
The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 319-356-6025.
When an individual is arrested and booked at Johnson County Jail in Iowa City, the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 319-356-6025 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
For further information on posting bail in Johnson County, Iowa, visit the Johnson County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Johnson County Jail? What is the Schedule?
511 S. Capital Street
Iowa City, IA 52244
319-356-6025
ON-SITE PERSONAL VISITS
| INMATE'S LAST NAME |
DAY | TIMES |
| Names A to L | MON | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names A to L | WED | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names A to L | FRI | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names M to Z | TUE | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names M to Z | THU | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names M to Z | SUN | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
511 S. Capital Street
Iowa City, IA 52244
319-356-6025
OFF-SITE REMOTE VIDEO VISITS
| DAY | TIMES |
| MON | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| TUE | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| WED | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| THU | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| FRI | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| SAT | NO VIDEO VISITS |
| SUN | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
Johnson County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for 'At the Jail' Visitation with Inmates.
For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Johnson County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Johnson 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 Johnson 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 Johnson County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 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 Johnson County Jail?
511 S. Capital Street
Iowa City, IA 52244
319-356-6025
ON-SITE PERSONAL VISITS
| INMATE'S LAST NAME |
DAY | TIMES |
| Names A to L | MON | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names A to L | WED | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names A to L | FRI | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names M to Z | TUE | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names M to Z | THU | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
| Names M to Z | SUN | 1:00-3:00PM 6:00-9:00PM |
511 S. Capital Street
Iowa City, IA 52244
319-356-6025
OFF-SITE REMOTE VISITS
| DAY | TIMES |
| MON | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| TUE | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| WED | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| THU | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| FRI | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
| SAT | NO VIDEO VISITS |
| SUN | 8:00AM to 8:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Johnson County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Johnson County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Johnson County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Johnson County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Johnson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Johnson County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Johnson County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Johnson County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
Instructions on Purchasing Calling Cards or setting up to receive calls from an inmate:
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 Johnson 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 Johnson County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Johnson County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Johnson County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Johnson 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 (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
The Johnson County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Johnson County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Postcards
The Johnson County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.
Envelopes
The Johnson County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
The Johnson County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Johnson County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID (booking #)
Johnson County Jail
PO Box 2540
Iowa City, IA 52244
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Johnson County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Johnson County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: Johnson County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Johnson County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Johnson County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Johnson County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Johnson County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Johnson County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 319-356-6025 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Johnson County?
This facility, known as "Johnson County Jail" is also known as Johnson County Jail & Sheriff, Johnson County Jail & Sheriff , Johnson County Jail & Sheriff , Iowa, Johnson.
