Douglas County Jail

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Douglas County Jail Information

The Douglas County Jail is a 156-bed jail located in Alexandria, Douglas County, Minnesota. For inmate details, you can contact them 24/7 at 320-762-2139.

This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They undergo booking and processing, and depending on their charges, may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.

Use the inmate search tool to see who is currently in custody.

Inmates serving less than one year will do their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to the Minnesota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, mailing them, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

It is useful to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence purposes. If it’s not available online, contact Douglas County Jail at 320-762-2139 for assistance.

Phone: 320-762-2139

Physical Address:
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Douglas County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Douglas 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 320-762-2139 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up any offender's court case online with the Minnesota Court Records Online application.

Douglas County Jail Inmate Search

The Douglas County Jail maintains an average of 156 offenders in custody on any given day. The Douglas 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 Douglas County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,720 offenders.

The following charts of Douglas 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 Douglas County Corrections Department, the state of Minnesota Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Douglas 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 Douglas 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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About the Douglas County Jail

Completed in 2010, the 156-bed Douglas County Jail provides detention services for all inmates of Douglas County during the full duration of their incarceration both while they wait for a trial and as they serve their sentence and prepare for reentry to the community.

The large brick building stands next to the town police department, creating a complex for law enforcement and providing safe and secure housing for all inmates while protecting the safety of the community.

Within the facility there are 156 beds with an operational approved capacity of 135 and it holds male inmates, female inmates, and juvenile inmates as the only jail in the area. If you have questions or concerns staff are available by phone at 320-762-2139 and an online lookup of adult inmates is maintained. Using direct supervision, there are officers within the housing units, and they interact with inmates each day, encouraging positive social interactions.

Contracts are in place to provide full medical and mental health care, along with meals and recreation, education, and exercise, are all provided throughout any length of incarceration for all inmates regardless of security needs.

The work release program allows inmates to remain employed and keep the job that they have prior to incarceration by going to work each day and returning to Douglas County Jail at the end of their shift.

The friends and family of inmates are able to support them both financially and through contact during incarceration through adding money to the commissary account to support their purchases for personal needs, by sending and receiving mail, accepting phone calls, and visiting.

Mail is sent through the post office with a complete return address and correct postage to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308

Each piece of mail is scanned and inspected, with all contraband being removed.

Phones are also available, and inmates may make phone calls with money in their phone account and are also able to receive messages via a voicemail system by calling 320-391-6420.

Visits are both onsite and offsite, and each visitor must register. Onsite visits occur Tuesday 7pm-9pm, Thursday 1:30pm-4pm then 7pm-9:30pm, and Sunday 1:30pm-4pm. Offsite visits occur each day in three blocks 9am-10:30am, 1pm-4pm, and 7pm-10:30pm.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Douglas County Jail

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Douglas County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.

It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.

The booking steps at Douglas County Jail include:

  • Identification verification.
  • Taking mugshots.
  • Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA sample collection.
  • A full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
  • Providing a phone call.

Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 320-762-2139.

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Directions / Map to the Douglas County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What are the bail options in Douglas County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Douglas County Jail in Alexandria for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 320-762-2139 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

  • Cash, credit, and money orders are accepted payment methods.
  • Licensed bail bond agencies in Douglas County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Douglas County, Minnesota, see the Douglas County Jail Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Douglas County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308
320-762-2139

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
TUESDAY 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
THURSDAY 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 9:30 pm


Douglas County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Inmate Canteen

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $6.95 for a 20 minute visit or $13.90 for a 40-minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
MONDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
TUESDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
WEDNESDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
THURSDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
FRIDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm
SATURDAY 9:00 am – 10:30 am
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
7:00 pm – 10:30 pm

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 320-762-2139 for questions or appointments.

Douglas County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for 'At the Jail' Visitation with Inmates.



For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
  • Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

    Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
    Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
    1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
    2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
    3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Douglas County Jail will either approve or deny it.
    4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
    NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.

How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Douglas County

To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Douglas County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:

  • Register and create an account with your Douglas County inmate using Inmate Canteen.
  • Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area at Douglas County Jail.
  • You can also send and receive secure messages and use them to make and receive phone calls with your Douglas County inmate.
  • This is a fee based service.

Instructions for Inmate Video Visitation:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select Douglas County Jail and the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Douglas County, visit our full page guide

NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

Douglas County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Remote Video Visitation with Inmates.

For best results use Google Chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on Inmate Video Visitation:

  • Register or Log in to your account
  • Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit.
  • Select the "Video Visit an Inmate" option
  • Follow the prompts on screen to schedule the visit.

    Video Visitation must be done from a computer using Google Chrome and an updated Adobe Flash player. Before starting this process you must make sure that your Adobe Flash player is fully updated and that you are using Google Chrome. First... Set up Flash, then restart your computer and then go to Google Chrome on your desktop or laptop computer and log on to Inmate Canteen.
    Steps Inmate canteen Visitation:
    1. Go to www.inmatecanteen.com on a computer (not supported on mobile devices i.e. tablets, cell phones, etc)
    2. Log in, select your inmate, and select the Video Visit an Inmate option.
    3. You will be required to fill out a form, submit a driver's license picture and a picture of your face. Once submitted, Douglas County Jail will either approve or deny it.
    4. Once approved you will be all set to video visit!
    NOTES: Make sure you are allowing flash player to run in google chrome by selecting the lock icon to left of the browser. Flash Player needs to be set to “allow”. Then you can refresh the page and it should be good to go. If flash player is being blocked you will not be able to take a picture or see any video during the visitation. When you click on the video visitation link on the website, please visit the Audition Room to test your equipment. To find the Audition Room, please click on 'Video Visit an Inmate' and it will be located on the top of your screen. Here you can test and verify that your webcam and microphone are working. We highly recommend a hard line for video visiting, unstable internet can result in poor visit qualities.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Do Inmates in Douglas County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To set up your Douglas County inmate to make to make phone calls to you and others, follow these instructions:

For all the information you need in order to receive phone calls from your Douglas County inmate, or to assist them in making calls to others, including instructions, fees, cost of calls, payment methods and times that your inmate can use the phone, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when discussing sensitive information about their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Douglas County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Douglas 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 Douglas 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#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308



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 Douglas County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Douglas 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308

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

For inmates receiving mail in the Douglas 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 Douglas County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Douglas County Jail
509 3rd Avenue West
Alexandria, MN 56308


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 Douglas County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Douglas County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for emailing/texting to inmates.

Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy. 

  • Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
  • Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.  
  • Cost of texting is $4.00 per month for rental of the Reliance Tablet Phone + $0.09 per message sent or received up to 160 characters.

How Do Inmates in Douglas County Jail Send and Receive Texts and Emails?

To set up your Douglas County inmate to make to send and receive texts and emails to you and others, follow these instructions:

For all the information you need in order to send and receive texts and emails from your Douglas County inmate, or to assist them in sending and receiving secure messages to and from others, including instructions, fees, cost of each message, tablet rentals, payment methods and times that your inmate can send messages, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when communicating sensitive information about their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Douglas County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Douglas County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for using a tablet for video (visit) phone calls and for emailing/texting to inmates.

Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if tablets are available.

  • Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy. 
  • Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
  • Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls. 
  • The cost of this is $4.00 per month for rental of the Reliance Tablet Phone + $0.25 per minute for video and voice calls.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Douglas County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 320-762-2139 for further assistance.

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