Osage County Jail
Osage County Jail
Staff at the 124-bed Osage County Jail can be reached 24 hours a day for inmate information at 785-828-4991.
After an arrest for a misdemeanor or felony in this county, the person is brought here for booking and processing. What happens next depends on the charges: they may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until the end of their trial.
Check the inmate search tool to see the current list of people in custody.
Inmates who receive a sentence of less than one year stay at this jail to serve it. Those who receive longer sentences are moved to the Kansas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the jail roster, getting directions, and using services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Hang on to the inmate’s booking or jail ID number; it’s often required to send mail or messages. If you can’t find it online, call Osage County Jail at 785-828-4991.
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Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Osage 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 785-828-4991 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Osage County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as for every county in Kansas.
Osage County Jail Inmate Search
The Osage County Jail maintains an average of 124 offenders in custody on any given day. The Osage 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 Osage County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,480 offenders.
The following charts of Osage 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 Osage 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 Osage 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 Osage 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 32-bed Osage County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Osage County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 785-828-4991, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
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 Osage 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.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Osage County Jail
702 Ash St.
Lyndon, KS. 66451
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Osage County Jail
702 Ash St.
Lyndon, KS. 66451
- Jail (Main): 785-828-4991
- Sheriff: 785-828-4991
What happens during booking at Osage County Jail?
After arrest, individuals are processed at Osage County Jail, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Osage County Jail:
- Verifying the person’s identity.
- Taking mugshots.
- Questions regarding medical and mental health history, along with drug and gang affiliations.
- Collecting DNA if necessary.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 785-828-4991.
How do you post bail in Osage County?
If someone is taken to Osage County Jail in Lyndon for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 785-828-4991.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
- Cash bonds are paid in full, normally at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order, and card payments are often possible through a kiosk in the lobby or an online vendor for a convenience fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number ready, and reach the jail at 785-828-4991.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Osage County can facilitate payment.
- Property bonds are available in many courts: an owner may pledge land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond amount (often double) with the deed and a recent tax or appraisal figure, and the court that set bail decides whether to accept it.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Osage County, Kansas, visit the Osage County Jail Bail FAQ page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Osage County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Osage County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
702 Ash
Lyndon, KS 66451
785-828-4991
- Visits are 20 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 785-828-4991 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 785-828-4991 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
VISITATION IS SUNDAYS FROM 1:00PM - 4:00PM.
Tiger Commissary Comunications - Visitation (and Phone & Secure messaging)
There are two ways to fund your inmate's communication while he/she is incarcerated at the Osage County Jail.
1. Purchase Through Web Deposits - The recommended way to purchase communications services such as phone time or video time is to deposit money directly to the inmate's trust account so they can buy and use these services as they need to with the benefit of being able to use those funds for other products such as commissary.
2. Phone CommunicationsPurchase Directly - If you wish to purchase communications products directly for an inmate you have that option. Unlike the Web Deposits option, the inmate will ONLY be able to use this purchase for communications products such as phone time or video time.
You can also sign up and deposit money here at NCIC.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Osage County Jail?
Tiger Commissary Comunications - Visitation (and Phone & Secure messaging)
There are two ways to fund your inmate's communication while he/she is incarcerated at the Osage County Jail.
1. Purchase Through Web Deposits - The recommended way to purchase communications services such as phone time or video time is to deposit money directly to the inmate's trust account so they can buy and use these services as they need to with the benefit of being able to use those funds for other products such as commissary.
2. Phone CommunicationsPurchase Directly - If you wish to purchase communications products directly for an inmate you have that option. Unlike the Web Deposits option, the inmate will ONLY be able to use this purchase for communications products such as phone time or video time.
You can also sign up and deposit money here at NCIC.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Osage County Jail?
There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Ask the jail whether it takes deposits in person before you go.
Call Osage County Jail to ask whether it has a Tiger kiosk for cash or card deposits, and where it is.
If you can't get your questions answered online call the Osage County Jail at 785-828-4991.
Choice 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Tiger Commissary's online site lists the services set up for each jail, such as commissary orders or deposits.
Go to Tiger's online site, pick the state and the jail, and see which services it offers there.
Choice 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 Osage County Jail at 785-828-4991 to confirm the address to send the money order to and how they want it made out.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 785-828-4991 to ask facility personnel who to make the money order out to, and where to send it.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Osage County Jail
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Osage County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Kansas.
- Select Osage County Jail.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Osage County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Osage County Jail?
How to Set Up and Receive Phone Calls, Messages, and Do Remote Video Visitation from an Inmate in Osage County Jail
To set up and receive phone calls and have remote video visits from an inmate in Osage County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Kansas.
- Select Osage County Jail.
- Click on the Phone Service/Visitation link.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Osage County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more detailed information on Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts, Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Osage County Jail, and what can I send them?
Osage County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Osage County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Osage 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#
Osage County Jail
702 Ash St.
Lyndon, KS. 66451
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Osage County Jail
702 Ash St.
Lyndon, KS. 66451
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 Osage 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 Osage County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Osage County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Osage County Jail
702 Ash St.
Lyndon, KS. 66451
Osage County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Osage 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 Osage County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Osage County Jail
702 Ash St.
Lyndon, KS. 66451
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 Osage County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Osage County Jail, and what can I purchase?
The Osage County Jail contracts with Tiger Commissary.
If you want to purchase Commissary for your inmate online click on the image below and follow the instructions.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Osage County Jail
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Osage County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Kansas.
- Select Osage County Jail.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Osage County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Osage County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Tiger Commissary Comunications - Visitation (and Phone & Secure messaging)
There are two ways to fund your inmate's communication while he/she is incarcerated at the Osage County Jail.
1. Purchase Through Web Deposits - The recommended way to purchase communications services such as phone time or video time is to deposit money directly to the inmate's trust account so they can buy and use these services as they need to with the benefit of being able to use those funds for other products such as commissary.
2. Phone CommunicationsPurchase Directly - If you wish to purchase communications products directly for an inmate you have that option. Unlike the Web Deposits option, the inmate will ONLY be able to use this purchase for communications products such as phone time or video time.
How to Set Up and Receive Phone Calls, Messages, and Do Remote Video Visitation from an Inmate in Osage County Jail
To set up and receive phone calls and have remote video visits from an inmate in Osage County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Kansas.
- Select Osage County Jail.
- Click on the Phone Service/Visitation link.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Osage County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more detailed information on Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts, Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Osage County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Osage County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture.
- Job Search - Inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
Osage County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Osage County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 785-828-4991 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Osage County?
Nearby counties
This facility, known as "Osage County Jail" is also known as OSAGE COUNTY Jail, Kansas, Osage.