Alcona County Jail

Q: Does Alcona County have bail?

Does Alcona County have bail? Yes, Alcona County recognizes most types of bonds.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Alcona County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Alcona County? Alcona County recognizes most types of bonds. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest. There are four types of bail available: personal recognizance bond, cash bail, ten-percent bail, and surety bond.

Q: Who can set bail in Alcona County?

Who can set bail in Alcona County? Bail is set in accordance with a bail schedule or by a judge.

Q: When is bail set in Alcona County Michigan?

When is bail set in Alcona County Michigan? Bail is set at the first court appearance, also known as the arraignment. In most cases this hearing is required to be held within 72 hours of arrest, unless delayed by the defense.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Alcona County Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Alcona County Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Alcona County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 989-724-6271. 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. Alcona County Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Alcona County?

What happens during booking in Alcona 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 Alcona 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Alcona County Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Alcona County Jail? 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 Alcona County and other Michigan 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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 Alcona County Jail 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 989-724-6271 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Alcona County Jail booking process take?

How long does the Alcona County Jail 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 Alcona County Jail? 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 Alcona County Jail 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Alcona County Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Alcona 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 989-724-6271 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Alcona County or any county in Michigan.

Alcona County Jail Inmate Search

The Alcona County Jail maintains an average of 31 offenders in custody on any given day. The Alcona 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 Alcona County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 620 offenders.

The following charts of Alcona 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 Alcona County Corrections Department, the state of Michigan Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Alcona 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 Alcona 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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Question 2

About the Alcona County Jail

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The 31-bed Alcona County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Alcona 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 989-724-6271, 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 Alcona 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:

Alcona County Jail
214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740

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:

Alcona County Jail
214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740

Jail (Main): 989-724-6271
23rd Circuit Court: 989-724-9410
81st District Court: 989-724-9500
Drug Court: 989-724-9474
Inmate Info: 989-724-6271
Juvenile Court: 989-724-9470
Prosecuting Attorney: 989-724-9460
Visitation: 989-724-6271

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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What happens during booking at Alcona County Jail?

After arrest, individuals are processed at Alcona 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 Alcona 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.

Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 989-724-6271.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Alcona County Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How do you post bail in Alcona County?

If someone is taken to Alcona County Jail in Harrisville 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 989-724-6271.

Bail payments can be handled in various ways.

Bail can be paid with cash, credit, or money orders.
Licensed bail bond agents in Alcona County can facilitate payment.
Collateral in the form of county property can also be used for bail.

For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Alcona County, Michigan, visit the Alcona County Jail Bail FAQ page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Alcona County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Alcona County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740
989-724-6271

Visits are 15 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 989-724-9570 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit after 8:00 am on the same day.
Inmates are allowed 2 visit sessions per week.
A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 989-724-6271 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	TIME TO BE ASSIGNED	LAST NAME BEGINS A-L
WEDNESDAY	TIME TO BE ASSIGNED	LAST NAME BEGINS M-Z
THURSDAY	TIME TO BE ASSIGNED	LAST NAME BEGINS A-L
SATURDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM	LAST NAME BEGINS M-Z

Alcona County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
Register with Inmate Sales.
Find Alcona County Jail
Select 'New Purchase'
Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alcona County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

Alcona County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.

In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:

Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
Register with Inmate Sales.
Find Alcona County Jail
Select 'New Purchase'
Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
Schedule a visit.

Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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Google Play app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alcona County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Alcona County Jail?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Alcona County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Alcona County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Alcona County Jail follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select Michigan, then select Alcona County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Alcona County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alcona County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Alcona County Jail?

How Do Inmates in Alcona County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Alcona County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

Alcona County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
Services for Alcona County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Alcona County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alcona County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Alcona County Jail, and what can I send them?

Alcona County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Alcona County Jail 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 Alcona 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:
Alcona County Jail
214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Alcona County Jail
214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740

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 Alcona County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 Alcona County Jail 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:
Alcona County Jail
214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740

Alcona County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Alcona 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 Alcona County Jail:
Alcona County Jail
214 W. Main Street
Harrisville, MI 48740

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 Alcona County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

Answer

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Alcona County Jail, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Alcona County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Alcona County Jail follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select Michigan, then select Alcona County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Alcona County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alcona County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

Answer

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Alcona County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Alcona County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.

Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.

Here's how it works:

First you must register, and then funds are added to the inmate's account. If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
When an inmate gets the device they may send 5 free automated messages each day for the first three days of possession of the chirping device.
These automated messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped who is sending the Chirps and the facility they are Chirping from.
It will then ask them to go to a direct link to the inmate's account on the Inmate Sales website.
The website will then instruct them to use a credit card to put money on the inmate's account.

Cost of Chirping:

Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00. Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
If an inmate has available funds on their chirping device they will be able to chirp any cell phone and that chirp will appear to be a normal text.
If you wish to stop receiving Chirps from an inmate, reply to the Chirp with STOP.

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How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Alcona County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Alcona County Jail follow these steps:

Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Alcona County, by creating an account.
Select Michigan, then select Alcona County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Alcona County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.

Inmate Sales Apps
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For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Alcona County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Alcona County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Alcona County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

Answer

Do Inmates in the Alcona 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 Alcona County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 989-724-6271 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Alcona County Jail? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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

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What happens during booking at Alcona County Jail?

How do you post bail in Alcona County?

Alcona County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Alcona County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Alcona County

How Do Inmates in Alcona County Jail Make Phone Calls?

Alcona County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Alcona County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Alcona County

Alcona County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Alcona County

Search for an Inmate in Alcona County

Alcona County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Alcona County

Alcona County Jail Information

What happens during booking at Alcona County Jail?

How do you post bail in Alcona County?

Alcona County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Alcona County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Alcona County

How Do Inmates in Alcona County Jail Make Phone Calls?

Alcona County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Alcona County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Alcona County

Alcona County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Alcona County

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