Monroe County Main Jail Facility

To search for an inmate in the Monroe County Main Jail Facility, 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 734-240-7430 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Monroe County or any county in Michigan. In addition, you can look up the next court date for Monroe County inmates.

Monroe County Main Jail Facility Inmate Search

The Monroe County Main Jail Facility maintains an average of 183 offenders in custody on any given day. The Monroe County Main Jail Facility 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 Monroe County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,980 offenders.

The following charts of Monroe 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 Monroe 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 Monroe 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 Monroe 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.

Paying bail for someone in custody in Monroe County

Once someone is booked at Monroe County Main Jail Facility in Monroe after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 734-240-7430 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

• The full cash bond is paid at the jail's bonding window or at the clerk of court using cash, a cashier's check or a money order, while many jails add a card option at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond service for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and call the jail at 734-240-7430 with questions.
• A licensed bail bond agent in Monroe County can help cover bail.
• Many courts take real estate as security for a bond; the property owner must show clear title plus equity at least equal to the bond, often twice it, backed by a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set the bail gives final approval.

For detailed information about the bail process in Monroe County, Michigan, see the Monroe County Main Jail Facility Bail FAQ.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Monroe County Main Jail Facility? What is the Schedule?

Monroe County Main Jail Facility Inmate Visitation Schedule

All onsite video visits will be conducted at:
Inmate Dormitory Facility
7000 East Dunbar Road
Monroe, MI 48161
734-240-7430

• First, you must register an account with IC Solutions, then add Monroe County Main Jail Facility, then your inmate.
• Second, you can choose a time to visit.
• Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
• Inmates are allowed (2) onsite video visits per week and unlimited offsite visits, with a maximum of four visitors on a visit.
• There is no charge for Onsite Video Visits.
• Offsite Video Visits are $7.00 for 30 minutes.
• All visits must be scheduled 48 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
• CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
• If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.
• Look up here to see if your inmate has lost their visitation privileges.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Monroe County Main Jail Facility uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.

In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

• Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
• Select your Inmate.
• Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
• Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

• IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Monroe County Main Jail Facility can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

Monroe County Main Jail Facility uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.

In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

• Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
• Select your Inmate.
• Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
• Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

• IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
•    Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Monroe County Main Jail Facility can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

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

Monroe County Main Jail Facility Inmate Visitation Schedule

All onsite video visits will be conducted at:
Inmate Dormitory Facility
7000 East Dunbar Road
Monroe, MI 48161
734-240-7430

• First, you must register an account with IC Solutions, then add Monroe County Main Jail Facility, then your inmate.
• Second, you can choose a time to visit.
• Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
• Inmates are allowed (2) onsite video visits per week and unlimited offsite visits, with a maximum of four visitors on a visit.
• There is no charge for Onsite Video Visits.
• Offsite Video Visits are $7.00 for 30 minutes.
• All visits must be scheduled 48 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
• CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
• If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.
• Look up here to see if your inmate has lost their visitation privileges.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Monroe County Main Jail Facility?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Monroe County Main Jail Facility, 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. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.

Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Monroe County Main Jail Facility whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.

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 Monroe County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Monroe County Main Jail Facility follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Michigan, then select Monroe County Main Jail Facility, 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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Monroe County Main Jail Facility?

How Do Inmates in Monroe County Main Jail Facility Make Phone Calls?

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

• Monroe County Main Jail Facility uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Families and friends of Monroe County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in Monroe County.
• Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Monroe 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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

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

Monroe County Main Jail Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Monroe County Main Jail Facility whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Monroe County Main Jail Facility 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 Number
Monroe County Main Jail
100 E. Second Street
Monroe, MI 48161

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Monroe County Main Jail
100 E. Second Street
Monroe, MI 48161

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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility 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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Monroe County Main Jail Facility whether hardcover books are accepted.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Monroe County Main Jail
100 E. Second Street
Monroe, MI 48161

Monroe County Main Jail Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Monroe County Main Jail Facility 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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Number
Monroe County Main Jail
100 E. Second Street
Monroe, MI 48161

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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

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

Monroe County Main Jail Facility uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.

Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.

NOTE: Monroe County Main Jail Facility may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.

For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:

• Register or Log in to your account
• Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
• Select the "Purchase Items" option
• Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Monroe County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Monroe County Main Jail Facility follow these steps:

• Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
• 
• Select Michigan, then select Monroe County Main Jail Facility, 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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

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

Emailing and Texting Messages, Photos & Videograms

Monroe County Main Jail Facility contracts with Viapath/GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.


If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select Monroe County Main Jail Facility,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

How Messaging Works
1.  Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.

How Uploading Photos Works
1.  Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).

Customer Service Questions
Call   866-516-0115

How Do Inmates in Monroe County Main Jail Facility Make Phone Calls?

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

• Monroe County Main Jail Facility uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Families and friends of Monroe County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in Monroe County.
• Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Monroe 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 Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Monroe County Main Jail Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Monroe County Main Jail Facility allows inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by Viapath / gettingout.

The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Monroe County Main Jail Facility, such as:

• Music
• Books
• Games
• Education
• News
• Radio
• Television
• Read mail and messages
• Video visits

-  Free services are already available for use on the device at Monroe County Main Jail Facility.
-  Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
-  Monroe County Main Jail Facility Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.

What Does a Tablet Cost?

To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.

Game Center:

30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)

Unlimited eBooks:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

Streaming Music:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)

Newsfeed

Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)

Same Day Subscription Services

Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)

Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)

Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)

All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes. 

Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...

Tablet: $249.99 per each

Charger: $8.99 per each

Earbuds: $2.99 per each

How Inmates Can Use a Tablet to Access Services at Monroe County Main Jail Facility

To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:

1.  First, Register or Sign In to Viapath/GettingOut/GTL

2.  Purchase the services you want for your Monroe County Main Jail Facility inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.

To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Main Jail Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 734-240-7430 for further assistance.

What are the other City and County Jails in Monroe County?

Monroe County County Jails

Monroe County Juvenile Facilities

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