Hodgeman County Jail
Hodgeman County Jail
There are only 8 beds (for males) in the Hodgeman County Jail.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county, when all beds are taken, are brought to the Ford County Jail 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.
Inmate Services
Phone
620-357-8391Mailing address (personal mail)
Hodgeman County Jail
PO Box 701
Jetmore, KS 67854
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
PO Box 701
Jetmore, KS 67854
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hodgeman 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 620-357-8391 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Hodgeman County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as for every county in Kansas.
Hodgeman County Jail Inmate Search
The Hodgeman County Jail maintains an average of 8 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 160 offenders.
The following charts of Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman 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 less- Jail (Main): 620-357-8391
- Sheriff: 620-357-8391
How booking works at Hodgeman County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Hodgeman County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Hodgeman County Jail:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Hodgeman County Jail at 620-357-8391.
Paying bail for someone in Hodgeman County
After being arrested and booked into Hodgeman County Jail in Jetmore, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 620-357-8391 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 620-357-8391.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Hodgeman County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Hodgeman County, Kansas, visit the Hodgeman County Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hodgeman County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Hodgeman County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
Hodgeman County Jail
500 Main St
Jetmore, KS 67854
620-357-8391
To visit a detainee through the Hodgeman County Sheriff's Office in Jetmore, you must be formally cleared on the inmate's approved visitor log at intake.
Because Hodgeman County coordinates detention boarding with Ford County Jail and Pawnee County Jail, phone the office directly at 620-357-8391 to find out the inmate's current custody placement and scheduled visiting hours. Visiting times are determined by living unit, gender classification, and alphabetical rotation.
A valid state or federal photo ID is required at the front desk. Dress appropriately in modest attire; avoid clothing with vulgar text, low necklines, or bare shoulders. No personal items, purses, phones, or parcels may enter the secure area.
Children may only enter if accompanied by an authorized adult guardian.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hodgeman County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Hodgeman County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hodgeman County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
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Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Hodgeman County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Hodgeman County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
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 self-serve kiosk in the lobby that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - 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.
- Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
- Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Mail to:
500 Main Street
Jetmore, KS 67854
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 620-357-8391 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hodgeman County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
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Collect Calls
- Almost every jail, including Hodgeman County Jail, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
- Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.
Direct Calls
- Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
- To find out about Hodgeman County Jail phone services, call 620-357-8391 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
- Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hodgeman County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Hodgeman County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hodgeman County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hodgeman County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hodgeman County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Hodgeman 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 Hodgeman County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 620-357-8391 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Hodgeman County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Hodgeman County: Jetmore.