Harvey County Detention Center

Search for an Inmate in Harvey County

Harvey County Detention Center Information

The Harvey County Detention Center is a 130 bed jail in the city of Newton, Harvey County, Kansas. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 316-284-6960.

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 Kansas 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 316-284-6960, 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 Harvey County Detention Center at 316-284-6960 to get it.

Phone: 316-284-6960

Physical Address:
800 N. Main Street
Newton, KS 67114

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Harvey County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center, 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 316-284-6960 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Harvey County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as for every county in Kansas.

Harvey County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Harvey County Detention Center maintains an average of 130 offenders in custody on any given day. The Harvey County Detention Center 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 Harvey County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,600 offenders.

The following charts of Harvey 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 Harvey 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 Harvey 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 Harvey 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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About the Harvey County Detention Center

Covering the majority of a city block and containing both the 130-bed Harvey County Detention Center and the Harvey County Sheriff Office, as well as other county organizations, the building is easily accessible, has lots of parking both onsite and across the road, and provides housing for inmates from the county and surrounding areas.

Both pretrial and sentenced individuals are held at this location, on either felony or misdemeanor charges; male and female.

A focus is maintained at the Harvey County Detention Center on rehabilitation so that upon their release, inmates will have the tools they need to reintegrate successfully into their community.

Both medical care and mental health care are provided, and an assessment is used to determine these needs as well as to select the correct housing unit. Rehabilitation programs, education, social interactions, and life skills are all provided, along with religious programming for those who wish to attend.

To find the bond amount or other status contact the staff directly at 316-284-6960 or access the online lookup.

Phones are provided in common areas and housing units to allow inmates the opportunity to call their friends or family each day, and this will assist in maintaining mental health of inmates and this has been shown to improve the safety of the facility.

Mail can be sent to an inmate directly at:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114

... where staff will inspect it for contraband before final delivery, and any piece of mail that does not have a complete return address will not be provided to the inmate during their incarceration.

Phone calls are outgoing only and will be made either by collect or through calling cards that are paid for by their friends or family outside of the jail. The same program that operates the phones will allow access to video visits, and visits are arranged with the inmate to suit their schedule.  

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Frequently Asked Questions about Harvey County Detention Center Recent Bookings & Arrests


How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Harvey County Detention Center?

What happens during booking in Harvey County?

What is the booking process like at the Harvey County Detention Center?

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

How long does the Harvey County Detention Center booking process take?

What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking?


 

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Harvey County Detention Center?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Harvey County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 316-284-6960.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Harvey County Detention Center Booking Roster


 

 

What happens during booking in Harvey County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Harvey County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.


 

 

What is the booking process like at the Harvey County Detention Center?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Harvey County and other Kansas and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.


 

 

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.


 

 

What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Harvey County Detention Center will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so.

To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 316-284-6960 during business hours.


 

 

How long does the Harvey County Detention Center booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.


 

 

What happens after an offender is booked into the Harvey County Detention Center?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Harvey County Detention Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

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Directions / Map to the Harvey County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Does Harvey County Kansas have bail?

Yes, Harvey County recognized most types of bonds.

What kind of bonds are accepted in Harvey County? 

Three types of bail are available: own recognizance, cash, or professional surety. A professional surety requires the services of an authorized bail bond agent. The court will determine which bond types will be approved.

Who can set bail in Harvey County?

Bail is set by a magistrate judge in the county where the defendant is being charged.

When is bail set in Kansas? Bail will be set by a judge at the defendant’s first court appearance, also known as arraignment. This will usually occur on the first court day following arrest, except for holidays or weekends.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Harvey County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule

800 N. Main Street
Newton, KS 67114
316-284-6960

  • First, you must register an account with Prodigy Sales, then add Harvey County Detention Center, then your inmate.
  • Second, you can choose a time to visit.
  • Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
  • All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 1 weeks in advance.
  • CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
  • Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
  • Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
  • If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
MONDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
TUESDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
THURSDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
FRIDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
SATURDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM


REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
MONDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
TUESDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
WEDNESDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
FRIDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM

Harvey County Detention Center Remote Video Visitation Instructions

Visitation for Harvey County Jail inmates utilizes the Prodigy Inmate Visitation website for its visitation software.

If you should have a question or need assistance, call Prodigy Customer Support at 866-700-4545 ext. 7.

Signing up for Prodigy video visitation is quick and easy. Just follow these steps!

1. Sign Up Here.

2. Complete the information to be approved. You must submit a photo on ProdigySales.com to be approved for visitation.

3. Once approved, log in to the terminal to schedule a visit. Use the username and password you set when creating your account.

4. Select your scheduled visit session and click. Visits will show 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time.

5. Click on Start Video Call. Wait for the inmate to login. Once both parties have logged in, your visit will commence.

NOTE: Onsite video visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. This is for friends or family that do not have their own computer or smart phone. Visit Prodigy Sales to schedule onsite visitation or to see if Harvey County Detention Center allows Offsite Video Visitation from your home device.

Onsite video Visits will be 20 minutes in length (unless you were late) and someone is already scheduled after you. In that case, your visit will end at the previously scheduled time.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION

Visitation for Harvey County Jail inmates utilizes the Prodigy Inmate Visitation website for its visitation software.

If you should have a question or need assistance, call Prodigy Customer Support at 866-700-4545 ext. 7.

Signing up for Prodigy video visitation is quick and easy. Just follow these steps!

1. Sign Up Here.

2. Complete the information to be approved. You must submit a photo on ProdigySales.com to be approved for visitation.

3. Once approved, log in to the terminal to schedule a visit. Use the username and password you set when creating your account.

4. Select your scheduled visit session and click. Visits will show 5 minutes prior to the scheduled time.

5. Click on Start Video Call. Wait for the inmate to login. Once both parties have logged in, your visit will commence.

NOTE: Onsite video visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. This is for friends or family that do not have their own computer or smart phone. Visit Prodigy Sales to schedule onsite visitation or to see if Harvey County Detention Center allows Offsite Video Visitation from your home device.

Onsite video Visits will be 20 minutes in length (unless you were late) and someone is already scheduled after you. In that case, your visit will end at the previously scheduled time.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center?

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
Harvey County Detention Center 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 Harvey County Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114


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 Harvey County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Harvey County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Harvey County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Kansas, then choose Harvey County Detention Center
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Harvey County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Harvey County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Harvey County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Harvey County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Harvey County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Harvey County Detention Center 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 Harvey County Detention Center 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 #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114



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
The Harvey County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Harvey County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. 
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 #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114

Harvey County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Harvey County Detention Center 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 Harvey County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Harvey County Sheriff
800 N Main Street
Newton, KS 67114


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 Harvey County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Harvey County Detention Center

Search for JailATM services for Harvey County Detention Center.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Harvey County Detention Center. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Harvey County Detention Center 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

Harvey County Detention Center 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 Harvey County

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

  • Go to JailATM, choose Kansas, then choose Harvey County Detention Center
  • 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 Harvey County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Harvey 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 Harvey County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Harvey County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Harvey County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

How to Email an Inmate at Harvey County Detention Center

Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Harvey County Detention Center - Sending and Receiving Messages.



How It Works:

Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.

To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Harvey County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Harvey County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 316-284-6960 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Harvey County Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Harvey County?

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Search for an Inmate in Harvey County

This facility, known as "Harvey County Detention Center" is also known as Harvey County Jail & Detention Center , Harvey County Jail & Detention Center , Kansas, Harvey.