For 24-hour inmate information, contact the 100-bed Iron County Jail at 573-546-7051.
Booking. Processing. Holding. This facility handles all three for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. After booking and processing, an inmate may be released on bond or on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is finished.
The inmate search tool shows the jail’s current roster.
Sentences under one year are served at this jail. Sentences over one year are served at the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page covers the visitation schedule, inmate account deposits, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emails and texts, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. You will likely need it. If it isn’t online, call Iron County Jail at 573-546-7051.
Phone: 573-546-7051
Physical Address:
220 S. Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Iron 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 573-546-7051 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Iron County inmate's criminal court case online.
Iron County Jail Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Iron County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
The Iron County Jail maintains an average of 100 offenders in custody on any given day. The Iron 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 Iron County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,000 offenders.
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The 100-bed Iron County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Iron 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 573-546-7051, 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 Iron 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:
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
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:
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Iron County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Iron County Jail:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 573-546-7051.
Once someone is booked at Iron County Jail in Ironton 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 573-546-7051 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Iron County, Missouri, see the Iron County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Iron County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Summer
Friday 09:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. - Males
Friday 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. - Females
All visits are limited to 30 minutes.
Visitors are limited to three (3) persons per inmate.
Visitation is subject to change.
Winter
Friday 09:00 a.m. To 12:00 p.m.
By Appointment ONLY, Call 573-546-7051 on Mondays 7-12 to make appointments.
Visitors are limited to three (3) persons per inmate.
All visits are limited to 15 minutes
Visitors may register by calling 573-546-7051 beginning each Monday at 7:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. to schedule a visit.
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Iron County Jail is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Iron County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Iron County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iron County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Iron County Jail?
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Iron County Jail is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Iron County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Iron County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iron County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Iron County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iron County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Iron County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Iron County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Iron County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: Calls may be recorded or monitored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iron County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Iron County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Iron County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Iron 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:
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
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 Iron County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Iron County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Iron County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
For inmates receiving mail in the Iron 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 Iron County Jail:
Iron County Jail
220 South Shepherd St.
Ironton, MO 63650
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 Iron County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Iron 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 Iron County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Iron County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
The Iron County Jail contracts with City Tele Coin, the same company that offers Phone and Video Calling, to allow inmates to send and receive digital text messages from friends and loved ones.
You may have to provide them the funds to rent a tablet for a small monthly fee to do this, and of course there is a fee to send and receive messages.
To register for text and email digital message with your inmate go to City Tele Coin and sign up.
Customer Service Contact information:
onlinesupport@citytelecoin.com
318-746-1114
The Iron County Jail contracts with City Tele Coin, the same company that offers Phone and Video Calling, to allow inmates to send and receive digital text messages from friends and loved ones.
You may have to provide them the funds to rent a tablet for a small monthly fee to do this, and of course there is a fee to send and receive messages.
To register for text and email digital message with your inmate go to City Tele Coin and sign up.
Customer Service Contact information:
onlinesupport@citytelecoin.com
318-746-1114
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iron County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Iron County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
Ask City Tele Coin whether tablets at this jail are rented by the month. The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for activities such as:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Iron County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 573-546-7051 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Iron County?
