Cowley County Jail
Cowley County Jail
Whether it’s the middle of the night or the middle of the day, the 220-bed Cowley County Jail can be reached for inmate information at 620-221-5446.
Misdemeanor and felony arrests from across the county all come through this jail for booking and processing. If the charges warrant detention, the person stays until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until a verdict is reached at trial.
Current inmates are listed in the roster available through the inmate search tool.
Sentenced to under a year? The time is served here in the county. Sentenced to more? The inmate goes to the Kansas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page shows how to search the official jail roster, how to find the facility, and how to use inmate services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Hold on to the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, since mail and messaging usually require it. If it’s not online, call Cowley County Jail at 620-221-5446.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cowley 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 620-221-5446 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Cowley County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as for every county in Kansas.
Cowley County Jail Inmate Search
The Cowley County Jail maintains an average of 220 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cowley 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 Cowley County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,400 offenders.
The following charts of Cowley 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 Cowley County Corrections Department, the state of Kansas Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Cowley 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 Cowley 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Cowley County Jail in Kansas has a capacity of 220 inmates. The jail was opened in 2008 and replaced the former jail which had a recommended capacity of 38. The core facilities were built to service 400 inmates if there was a need to expand the facility in the future.
A new building completed in 2009 increased the capacity of the stout, concrete Cowley County Jail to the current 220 beds. When building the new location, it was designed to be easily expanded and the facilities that were put in place will handle the increased population as the community needs grow.
It includes linear and podular housing to meet varied security needs, has a medical section for all medical and mental health needs, offers rehabilitation services, and meets all basic needs for inmates.
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 Cowley 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.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
To determine the location and status of an inmate there is both an online portal and inquiries can be made by calling 620-221-5446.
Any mail for inmates is sent through the postal service to the Cowley County Jail and must have the correct address and a full return address to be accepted. It will be checked for contraband before being distributed.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cowley County Jail, KS
PO Box 591
Longview, TX 75606
Both phone access and video visits are provided by online accounts and this will also provide access to messaging with inmates. All visits should be scheduled in advance at least 24 hours, and will occur every day 8am-11m, 1pm-4:40pm, and 6pm-10pm. A visit can be accessed through the lobby kiosk or remotely.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cowley County Jail
911 Fuller
Winfield, KS 67156
- Jail (Main): 620-221-5446
- Visitation: 620-221-5446
Booking process details at Cowley County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Cowley County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Cowley County Jail typically involves the following steps:
- Identifying the individual.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Conducting a full-body search.
- Confiscating personal property.
- Allowing a phone call.
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 620-221-5446.
How to post bail for a loved one in Cowley County
Once booked at Cowley County Jail in Winfield, 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 620-221-5446.
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 620-221-5446.
- Licensed bail bondsmen in Cowley 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 Cowley County, Kansas, visit the Cowley County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Cowley County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
911 Fuller
Winfield, KS 67156
620-221-5446
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per week
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| MONDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| TUESDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| THURSDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| FRIDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| SATURDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
Cowley County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| MONDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| TUESDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| THURSDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| FRIDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
| SATURDAY | 8 am thru 11 am 1 pm thru 4:40 pm 6 pm thru 10 pm |
Cowley County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Cowley County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Cowley County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Cowley County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cowley County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail?
Cowley County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Cowley County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Cowley County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Cowley County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cowley County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Cowley County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Cowley County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cowley County Jail
911 Fuller
Winfield, KS 67156
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Cowley County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Cowley County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Cowley County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Kansas, then choose Cowley County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Cowley County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Cowley County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Cowley County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cowley County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail?
How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Cowley County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Cowley County follow these instructions:
Cowley County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Kansas.
- Choose Cowley County Jail
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Cowley County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Cowley County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, 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 Cowley County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail, and what can I send them?
Cowley County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Cowley County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Cowley 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 #
Cowley County Jail, KS
PO Box 591
Longview, TX 75606
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cowley County Jail
911 Fuller
Winfield, KS 67156
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 Cowley 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 Cowley County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Cowley County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cowley County Jail
911 Fuller
Winfield, KS 67156
Cowley County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Cowley 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 Cowley County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Cowley County Jail, KS
PO Box 591
Longview, TX 75606
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 Cowley County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Cowley County Jail
Search for JailATM services for Cowley County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Cowley County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Cowley County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Cowley County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Cowley County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Cowley County Jail follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Kansas, then choose Cowley County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
- Select the products you want shipped to them at Cowley County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Cowley County at any one time.
- If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Cowley County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Cowley County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cowley County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cowley County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Cowley County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Cowley County Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Cowley County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Cowley County Jail follow these steps:
Cowley County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Cowley County Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Cowley County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Cowley County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cowley County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Cowley County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Cowley County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Cowley County Jail
Ask Cowley County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Cowley County Jail what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cowley County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-221-5446 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Cowley County?
The Cowley County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Cowley County: Arkansas City, Burden, Dexter, Oxford, Udall and Winfield.