Pawnee County Jail
Pawnee County Jail Inmate Search, Larned, KS
For a Pawnee County inmate search, phone the sheriff at 620-285-2211: the Pawnee County Jail, 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550 (620-285-2211), has no online roster or mugshot page. VINELink tells you whether someone is booked and can text you on release, and Kansas CaseSearch shows charges once filed.
Read inmate search answers
Read inmate search answers1. Jail and nearby jails
- Pawnee County Jail, 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550; 620-285-2211, fax 620-285-7073. Emergencies: 911.
- Neighboring jails:
- Barton County Detention Facility, sheriff's office at 1416 Kansas Ave., Great Bend, KS 67530, 620-793-1876
- Hodgeman County Jail, 500 Main St., Jetmore, KS 67854, 620-357-8391
- Ness County Jail, 221 W. Main St., Ness City, KS 67560, 785-798-3611
- Ford County Jail, 11311 E. Comanche St., Dodge City, KS 67801, 620-227-4501
2. Who makes arrests in Larned?
The KBI agency list shows two local departments: the sheriff and the Larned Police Department, 419 Broadway, 620-285-8545. City arrests are booked into the county jail on Eighth Street. Deputies patrol Burdett, Garfield, Rozel and the rural townships.
↑ Back to the question list3. Is a family member booked in Larned?
Give the sheriff's staff at 620-285-2211 a full name and birth date, or search VINELink. If no record turns up, try Barton, Hodgeman, Ness or Ford.
↑ Back to the question list4. Can I see a mugshot?
The county does not post them. An open-records request in writing may be sent to the sheriff (K.S.A. 45-215); certain records may be closed. For immigration files, use ICE FOIA.
↑ Back to the question list5. What if there's a warrant in Larned?
The sheriff's office in Larned serves Pawnee County warrants, and its deputies will run a name for you at 620-285-2211. Larned's court cases are on Kansas CaseSearch; Kansas has no statewide warrant search beyond that, but a bench warrant would show in the case file. Most people clear it by walking into the Larned jail with a lawyer at a time arranged in advance. Larned's district court clerk, 715 Broadway, can help after a missed hearing at 620-285-6937.
↑ Back to the question list6. How is bail posted?
The 24th District fixes the amount; payment is made at the Eighth Street jail. Bondsmen charge no less than 10% (K.S.A. 22-2809b). See our bail page.
↑ Back to the question list7. What release terms are common?
Judges may require reporting, curfews, electronic monitoring or staying in the area (K.S.A. 22-2802); person-crime arrests carry a no-contact order for at least 72 hours.
↑ Back to the question list8. Where is the case?
- Pawnee County District Court, Pawnee County Courthouse, 715 Broadway, PO Box 270, Larned, KS 67550; 620-285-6937, fax 620-285-3665. - The chief judge of the 24th District sits in Larned. See our court page.
↑ Back to the question list9. How long can a case take?
A judge must see the defendant promptly (K.S.A. 22-2901); felonies get a preliminary hearing in 14 days (K.S.A. 22-2902); trial is due 150 days after arraignment for someone jailed solely on that charge, 180 if released (K.S.A. 22-3402).
↑ Back to the question list10. Can I look up the charges?
Pawnee district filings are on CaseSearch, with criminal cases under CR numbers; juvenile and sealed files are not shown. The Broadway clerk, 620-285-6937, can provide copies.
↑ Back to the question list11. Who pays for defense counsel?
When the defendant qualifies, the court appoints one after a sworn income statement; the state board (785-296-6631) pays the appointed attorney.
↑ Back to the question list12. Can attorneys visit anytime?
Kansas requires the jail to admit a prisoner's lawyer for professional visits "at all reasonable hours" (K.S.A. 19-1930). Call 620-285-2211 to arrange a room.
↑ Back to the question list13. Who handles medical needs?
The sheriff must feed prisoners, give them medical attention and house men and women apart (K.S.A. 19-1903). Medication information goes to 620-285-2211.
↑ Back to the question list14. Are Larned city prisoners held here?
Yes. Under K.S.A. 19-1930 the sheriff receives prisoners sent by city and federal officers, which in Pawnee County means Larned police arrests come to Eighth Street.
↑ Back to the question list15. Where do offenders register in Pawnee County?
People who must register under the Kansas Offender Registration Act report in person to the sheriff of the county where they live (K.S.A. 22-4905), which for Larned, Burdett, Garfield and Rozel residents means the office at 116 W. Eighth St., 620-285-2211. The public list is the KBI's offender registry; search it by city or ZIP code 67550.
↑ Back to the question list16. How do visits work?
The county posts no visiting times. Phone 620-285-2211 to ask about the schedule and ID rules. See our visitation page.
↑ Back to the question list17. What address do I use for letters?
Full inmate name, Pawnee County Jail, 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550, with your return address; ask the jail about photos. See our mail page and messaging page.
↑ Back to the question list18. How can I add money for commissary?
No deposit method is posted, so ask the sheriff's office at 620-285-2211 what it accepts. See our money page, commissary page and phone page.
↑ Back to the question list19. Can I get notified on release?
Register with VINELink and you will hear by phone, text or email once Larned records a release or a move. Victims may also request notice from the Pawnee prosecutor.
↑ Back to the question list20. What happens at booking?
- Deputies or Larned officers bring the person to 116 W. Eighth St. for fingerprints, a photo, a property inventory and a health screen.
- Someone who is unconscious, severely injured, very ill or heavily impaired may be sent for a medical exam before booking (K.S.A. 19-1930).
- Bond is set from the schedule or at first appearance.
- Prosecutors file charges, which then appear on CaseSearch.
21. What happens with juveniles?
Juveniles are not held with adults; a detained youth is taken to a juvenile detention center. Ask the sheriff at 620-285-2211 which one.
↑ Back to the question list22. What follows a federal arrest?
- The case opens in the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas; Pawnee County is in the Dodge City division, filed with the clerk at 401 N. Market, Room 204, Wichita, KS 67202, 316-315-4200.
- A federal magistrate rules on pretrial detention at a hearing in Wichita.
- The U.S. Marshals in Wichita, 316-765-6339, choose the housing.
- Sentenced inmates are listed on the BOP inmate locator.
23. How are ICE detainers handled in Larned?
- ICE files an I-247A with the jail on Eighth Street.
- Bail does not end it.
- Custody may last "up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released" (8 CFR 287.7(d)), then release is required.
- ICE's Chicago office, 872-351-3990, covers Kansas.
- Search the ICE detainee locator or call 888-351-4024.
24. Did the person move to state prison?
25. Does time in the Larned jail come off a Pawnee sentence?
Yes. The district court at 715 Broadway (620-285-6937) is bound by K.S.A. 21-6615 to choose a start date that counts every pretrial day the defendant spent locked up. Larned jailers at 620-285-2211 can confirm booking and release. Time already credited to a separate sentence served consecutively is not credited again.
↑ Back to the question list26. Which police serve Pawnee County?
- Pawnee County Sheriff's Office, 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550: 620-285-2211.
- Larned Police Department, 419 Broadway, Larned, KS 67550: 620-285-8545.
- Kansas Highway Patrol: 785-296-6800, or *47 by cell.
- Emergencies: 911.
Pawnee County Bail: Larned, Kansas
Release on bail from the Pawnee County Jail, 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550, is ordered by the 24th Judicial District court at 715 Broadway, a few blocks away. Bond amounts and accepted payment come from the sheriff's line, 620-285-2211, which also books arrests made by Larned police.
1. Jail address
The sheriff operates the Pawnee County Jail at 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550. Phone 620-285-2211; fax 620-285-7073.
↑ Back to the question list2. What is the bond?
Pawnee County keeps no public roster, so get the amount from the sheriff at 620-285-2211 and confirm custody on VINELink. Our inmate page walks through the search.
↑ Back to the question list3. Which court sets it
The 24th District is a six-county district centered on Larned, and both its chief judge and a magistrate sit in Pawnee County. State law calls for a prompt hearing before a judge (K.S.A. 22-2901).
↑ Back to the question list4. Bond forms
Judges can accept a promise to appear or demand security through cash, a bondsman or property, with conditions attached (K.S.A. 22-2802).
↑ Back to the question list5. Bondsmen in Larned
Only sureties approved by the 24th District can write bonds at the Larned jail. The fee is at least 10% by law and stays with the agent (K.S.A. 22-2809b). The clerk at 620-285-6937 has the approved list.
↑ Back to the question list6. Posting steps
- Phone 620-285-2211 to get the amount and payment rules.
- Go to 116 W. Eighth St. with ID and the bond, or bring the agent.
- Note the court date on the release paper; hearings are at 715 Broadway.
7. Following conditions
Defendants must attend every hearing on Broadway and keep any no-contact order, which lasts 72 hours or more when a person crime is charged. Supervision or travel limits can be added.
↑ Back to the question list8. Changing bond
Ask the court by motion to lower the amount. Appointed lawyers are paid by the Board of Indigents' Defense Services (785-296-6631) for those who qualify.
↑ Back to the question list9. Cash bail refunds
The Broadway clerk returns cash bail at the end of the case, minus costs the law allows, as long as no hearing was missed; a skipped date can forfeit the money (K.S.A. 22-2807).
↑ Back to the question list10. Courthouse
Pawnee County District Court, 715 Broadway, Larned; 620-285-6937. See our court page.
↑ Back to the question list11. Neighboring jails
Call Larned first at 620-285-2211. Jails nearby: - Barton County Detention Facility, sheriff's office at 1416 Kansas Ave., Great Bend, KS 67530, 620-793-1876 - Hodgeman County Jail, 500 Main St., Jetmore, KS 67854, 620-357-8391 - Ness County Jail, 221 W. Main St., Ness City, KS 67560, 785-798-3611 - Ford County Jail, 11311 E. Comanche St., Dodge City, KS 67801, 620-227-4501
↑ Back to the question list12. Federal custody
County bail cannot release a federal prisoner. Larned falls in the Dodge City division, whose cases are filed in Wichita.
- U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas, 401 N. Market, Room 204, Wichita, KS 67202; 316-315-4200.
- U.S. Marshals Service, Wichita: 316-765-6339.
13. Immigration
An I-247A is unaffected by bail, and custody may continue "up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released" (8 CFR 287.7(d)). ICE Chicago Field Office: 872-351-3990; ICE search. Accounts and visits: our money page, visitation page and commissary page.
↑ Back to the question listPawnee County Jail Inmate Visitation
Friends and Family – The current visiting hours for this facility in Pawnee County, Kansas are not posted publicly. They are provided only by phone, at 620-285-2211. A public listing can work against privacy and security where each inmate or unit has its own window.
Follow These Steps
- Have the inmate's full name, date of birth, booking number if you have one, and your own name and ID.
- Call 620-285-2211 and introduce yourself, say how you are related, and be courteous and concrete.
- Visits are often withheld until the person has been in custody from two days to a week; ask when they become eligible.
- When you call, ask about if you can bring a child, and what is required for that child, if pre-registration or an approved list applies, and how to get your name on it, whether visiting is available in person, by video, or both, the schedule of visiting days and hours, and what identification to bring. Also ask whether the jail requires a visitor application or a background check, the time limit for a visit, how much advance scheduling is required, and what clothing will pass and what you may bring with you.
What Most Jails Expect
These common rules are a general picture of what most jails expect. Confirm them for this jail in Pawnee County, Kansas.
- Do not arrive under the influence of drugs or alcohol; staff at most facilities will deny the visit.
- Most jails require that any child remain with a responsible adult and be watched the entire time.
- Most jails may ask you to fill out a visitor application and complete a background check before a visit is allowed.
- Dress modestly: most jails turn away tank tops, sleeveless shirts, short skirts or shorts, as well as revealing or see-through clothing, gang colors or offensive prints, hats, and sunglasses, and they require shoes.
- Typical practice is to check in at least 15 minutes ahead of the appointment; being late may cost you the visit.
Pawnee County Jail is listed on the public CidNet roster of jails among jails it serves for video visitation.
CIDNET Video Visitation allows families to conduct live, face-to-face video visits with incarcerated loved ones from home. Using an internet-connected smartphone, tablet, or personal computer equipped with a webcam, visitors connect directly through housing-unit video stations or handheld tablets without traveling to the facility or waiting in jail visitor lobbies.
Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required
Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit
- Visit customer.cidnet.net or launch the CIDNET app.
- Register your visitor profile and upload a clear photograph of your government-issued ID and a verification photo.
- Wait for email notification confirming institutional visitor approval.
- Ensure your account has sufficient Data Points to cover the duration of the visit.
- Select Video Visitation, select the detention facility, and pick an available calendar time slot.
- Log into the website or mobile app 10 minutes prior to the start time on a device with a functioning camera, microphone, and stable high-speed internet connection.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate receives a schedule notification on their housing unit video kiosk or tablet. At the appointed time, they log in with their PIN and sit before the screen. Inmates and visitors must strictly observe jail dress and conduct rules; sessions are monitored by staff and will terminate immediately upon any violation.
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Customer Service Telephone: 1-888-984-1903
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by CIDNET
In addition to Remote Video Visitation, CIDNET provides several other communication channels:
- Data Points (Unified Funding): Purchase the central credits that power video visitation, calling, and messaging.
• Learn more on our website: CIDNET Data Points Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Buy CIDNET Data - Inmate Messaging & Digital Mail: Send electronic text messages and digital photo attachments directly to an inmate's terminal.
• Learn more on our website: CIDNET Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CIDNET Messaging Portal - Phone PINs & Voice Calling: Fund prepaid telephone calling so your loved one can call your mobile device.
• Learn more on our website: CIDNET Phone Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CIDNET Voice Calling
Pawnee County Court in Larned, Kansas
The district court for Pawnee County is in the courthouse at 715 Broadway, Larned, KS 67550 (P.O. Box 270), phone 620-285-6937. State cases from Larned, Burdett, Garfield and Rozel are filed with this clerk, and the 24th District's chief judge sits here.
1. Courthouse
Pawnee County District Court, Pawnee County Courthouse, 715 Broadway, PO Box 270, Larned, KS 67550; 620-285-6937, fax 620-285-3665.
↑ Back to the question list2. If a judge in Larned issued a warrant
Warrants from the Larned courthouse are served by the Pawnee County Sheriff's Office. Deputies keep no public warrant list online, though they answer at 620-285-2211. Kansas has no statewide lookup, but Pawnee County court cases are listed on Kansas CaseSearch. Your lawyer can work out when you'll surrender at the Pawnee County Jail, so you walk in when you're ready instead of being arrested. To get on the calendar again, the clerk at the Larned courthouse at 715 Broadway answers at 620-285-6937.
↑ Back to the question list3. 24th District
The 24th Judicial District also takes in Edwards, Hodgeman, Lane, Ness and Rush; Pawnee hosts the chief judge and a magistrate.
↑ Back to the question list4. Early hearings
At first appearance a judge reads the charge, sets bond and addresses counsel (K.S.A. 22-2901). Felony preliminary hearings follow inside two weeks unless the court grants more time (K.S.A. 22-2902).
↑ Back to the question list5. Counsel
Fill out the indigency affidavit when asked; the Board of Indigents' Defense Services (785-296-6631) covers appointed lawyers.
↑ Back to the question list6. Records
Try Kansas CaseSearch, or the Broadway clerk at 620-285-6937.
↑ Back to the question list7. Custody
Defendants who are not released stay at the Pawnee County Jail, 116 W. Eighth St., Larned, KS 67550, 620-285-2211. Our bail page has release details.
↑ Back to the question list8. Federal court
Larned is in the Dodge City division; filings go through the Wichita clerk.
- U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas: 401 N. Market, Room 204, Wichita, KS 67202; 316-315-4200. U.S. Marshals, Wichita: 316-765-6339.
9. ICE
The county case goes on; an I-247A authorizes custody "up to 48 hours after they would otherwise be released" (8 CFR 287.7(d)). ICE Chicago: 872-351-3990; locator.
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JailATM Commissary Ordering allows family members to purchase pre-approved snack boxes, meat and cheese selections, hygiene bundles, and seasonal gift care packages sent directly to an incarcerated loved one. Each package is tailored to comply with local facility security rules, ensuring items clear intake smoothly without being rejected at the loading dock.
Important: Package Deadlines and Delivery Windows Vary
Detention centers do not all follow identical package distribution schedules. Some facilities allow weekly orders while others restrict shipments to bi-weekly or monthly windows, and spending limits differ widely across institutions. You should confirm the facility's active cutoff schedule and order allowances by calling them directly. If an order is placed after the weekly processing deadline, it will be held until the following distribution cycle, leaving your loved one waiting an extra cycle for fresh supplies.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Place a Commissary Package Order
- Confirm the inmate's legal first and last name, date of birth, and assigned booking identification number.
- Navigate to deposits.jailatm.com/webdeposits/ and sign into your account.
- Select Commissary Packs or Gift Packs from the service menu.
- Choose your state and detention center to open the jail's authorized product catalog.
- Search for the inmate to link the order to their active housing record.
- Browse available food bundles, hygiene kits, and clothing options, adding items up to the facility's allowed spending limit.
- Enter your billing details, complete checkout with a credit or debit card, and save your confirmation receipt.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate does not need an active online account to receive care packages. JailATM fulfills the order in tamper-evident security containers and delivers it directly to the facility commissary department. Jail staff inspect the shipment and deliver the items during regular housing unit commissary distribution, where the inmate signs for receipt.
Official Provider: JailATM Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-810-0614
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by JailATM
In addition to Commissary Gift Packs, JailATM provides several other communication, financial, and visitation services at participating facilities:
- Inmate Trust & Commissary Money Deposits: Send money directly into an inmate's jail trust account for independent commissary spending.
• Learn more on our website: Inmate Trust Deposits Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Trust Deposits - Digital Messaging & Picture Sharing: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's housing unit kiosk.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Messaging - Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live video visits from home using your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Video Visits
Buy Commissary for an Inmate in the Pawnee County Jail
Pawnee County Jail Inmate Commissary - Sending Money or Purchasing Commissary for an Inmate
Pawnee County Jail allows inmates to purchase commissary. This can be snacks, hygiene products, stamps, stationary, clothing and even electronics.
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Jail ATM.
Questions? Call Jail ATM at 877-810-0914.
There is a monthly limit of $200-300 on how much inmates can spend on commissary items.
This amount is subject to change so call the facility at 620-285-2211 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to both an in-house commissary store, and commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
Scroll down for information on the Pawnee County Jail's service they use for you being able to purchase commissary items online and have them shipped directly to the inmate.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
JailATM provides a secure electronic payment portal that allows friends and family members to deposit funds directly into an incarcerated person's jail trust and commissary account. Deposited money provides the financial balance needed for your loved one to purchase personal hygiene items, snacks, over-the-counter medical sundries, and correspondence supplies from the facility commissary.
Important: Facility Deposit Rules and Window Intake Vary
Once a person is booked and moved to a housing unit, facilities do not always allow cash drop-offs or phone payments directly to the jail window. Some might and you should confirm this by calling the facility and asking. But if you do not register online and fund your loved one's trust account immediately, they may be forced to wait days or weeks for standard paper processing, leaving them without essential soap, clean undergarments, basic medical sundries or snacks.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Deposit Funds
- Obtain the inmate's legal first and last name, date of birth, and assigned facility booking ID number.
- Navigate to deposits.jailatm.com/webdeposits/ on your computer or mobile device.
- Click Sign In or Register to set up your verified user account using your email address and password.
- Select the state and the detention facility where the inmate is currently housed.
- Search for the inmate using their ID number or legal last name to confirm an exact roster match.
- Enter your desired deposit dollar amount and review the calculated transaction and convenience fees.
- Input your debit or credit card billing details, complete payment authorization, and save your digital receipt.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate does not need an internet account to receive funds. Once the electronic transaction clears, the balance posts directly to their jail trust ledger according to facility accounting schedules. The inmate can review their updated balance at a dayroom pod kiosk or on their weekly trust statement and place orders on their regular commissary day.
Official Provider: JailATM Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-810-0614
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by JailATM
In addition to Trust & Commissary Money Deposits, JailATM provides several other communication, store, and visitation services at participating facilities:
- Commissary Gift Packs & Store Ordering: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and hygiene bundles sent directly to the jail.
• Learn more on our website: Commissary Gift Packs Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Store Orders - Digital Messaging & Picture Sharing: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's housing unit kiosk.
• Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Messaging - Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live video visits from home using your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Video Visits
Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Pawnee County Jail
The Easiest and Securest Way of Depositing Money for an Inmate
There are several methods for depositing money on an inmate's account:
1. To send money online to an inmate in the Pawnee County Jail use Jail ATM.
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2. If you prefer to use your credit or debit card and deposit money over the phone, you can call them at 877-810-0914.
3. Some jails also have a JailATM kiosk for cash or card deposits. Call the Pawnee County Jail at 620-285-2211 to ask whether it has one and where it is.
4. The Pawnee County Jail may also allow you to *mail an inmate a money order or cashier’s check from a trusted source such as the Post Office, a local bank, or Western Union. Ask the jail who the money order should be made out to and what to write on it. To confirm this option call the facility at 620-285-2211.
*When mailing a money order or cashier’s check, send it an envelope by itself. Never send it with a letter or photos for your inmate, unless the facility allows it. Never send personal checks or cash.
5. To ask whether the Pawnee County Jail takes deposits in person, and when, call 620-285-2211.
The Pawnee County Sheriff's Office runs a 16-bed jail at its office on West 8th Street in Larned, and on most days it holds around 11 people. The jail serves Larned, Burdett and Rozel. Personal letters, legal mail, and books or magazines from a publisher all go to the same Larned address.
Mailing address in Larned:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pawnee County Jail
116 W 8th Street
Larned, KS 67550
- Envelope basics: On the front, write the inmate's full name and inmate ID number, such as a booking number. In the top left corner, write your own name and address, or the letter will most likely be destroyed.
- Pen: Blue or black ink. Crayons, colored pens and felt markers are not accepted.
- Don't decorate: Keep lipstick, perfume, glitter and confetti off the letter, and don't draw on the outside.
- Publications: New books, magazines and newspapers mailed straight from the publisher. The Larned jail refuses hardcover books. Very violent, pornographic or obscene books are disposed of, and adult magazines or ones showing weapons are kept from the inmate.
- Greeting cards: Pawnee County allows only plain cards with no music.
- Packages: A package has to come from the third-party commissary vendor the jail uses.
- Stamps: Please don't send stamps. Inmates without money receive 2 to 3 a week from the jail.
- Mail days: Pawnee County hands out mail on weekdays and puts no cap on how many letters a person gets.
- Not allowed to correspond: Inmates in Larned can't exchange mail with a co-defendant, another inmate or someone a no-contact order protects.
- Illegal items: Drugs or weapons found in mail are given to the sheriff or district attorney, and the sender may be prosecuted.
To check on someone before you write, call 620-285-2211, or send money online for their account.
NCIC Inmate Communications provides telecommunications services that allow incarcerated individuals to place outbound voice calls from dayroom telephones to family and friends. Because correctional facilities do not permit incoming phone calls, establishing an NCIC prepaid calling account connects calls directly to your cell phone or landline without being blocked by wireless carriers.
Important: Mobile Phones Automatically Block Inmate Calls
Cellular phone carriers automatically reject standard collect calls originating from jail phone systems. While some residential landlines might permit direct monthly billing, mobile devices and internet-based telephone lines require an active prepaid calling balance, which you can verify by checking with your provider. If you do not register online and fund an NCIC account right away, your loved one will receive an automated disconnect announcement when attempting to call your number.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Fund an Account
- Visit account.ncic.com or call NCIC customer care at 1-800-943-2189.
- Click Create Account and register using the primary 10-digit telephone number where you want to receive calls.
- Select the state and correctional facility where your loved one is currently detained.
- Search for and add the inmate using their full legal name or booking ID number.
- Select your deposit dollar amount and enter your debit or credit card billing details.
- Submit payment and ensure your mobile phone settings allow calls from automated or unfamiliar correctional numbers.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate dials your 10-digit number from any dayroom telephone and keys in their assigned PIN. The automated system verifies that your phone number has an active prepaid balance and prompts you to press a digit to accept the call. All personal telephone conversations are recorded and monitored by facility staff.
Official Provider: NCIC Official Website
Customer Service Telephone: 1-800-943-2189
Support Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by NCIC Inmate Communications
In addition to Prepaid Phone Calling, NCIC provides several other digital communication and visitation services at participating facilities:
- Remote Video Visitation: Schedule and join live face-to-face video visits from home using your computer or smartphone.
• Learn more on our website: Video Visitation Guide | • Visit official vendor page: NCIC Video Visits - Inmate Messaging Services: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's housing unit terminal.
• Learn more on our website: Inmate Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: NCIC Messaging
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Nearby counties
- Jail (Main): 620-285-2211
- Sheriff: 620-285-2211
The Pawnee County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Pawnee County: Burdett, Larned and Rozel.