Lincoln County Jail
Lincoln County Jail
The 221-bed Lincoln County Jail answers calls about inmates 24 hours a day at 636-462-6507.
All misdemeanor and felony arrests in this county end up here for booking and processing. From there, an inmate may be released on bond, released on their own recognizance, or held until the outcome of their trial, depending on the charges.
The inmate search tool lists everyone who has been arrested and is still being held.
Sentences shorter than one year are served locally. Sentences of a year or more are served in the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Here you can learn how to search the jail roster, get directions to the facility, and use inmate services such as visitation, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text messages, tablets, bail bonds, and commissary.
Before you send anything, get the inmate’s booking number or jail ID. If it doesn’t show up online, the staff at Lincoln County Jail can give it to you at 636-462-6507.
Inmate Services
Phone
636-462-6507Mailing address (personal mail)
65 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
65 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Lincoln 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 636-462-6507 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Lincoln County inmate's criminal court case online.
Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
The Lincoln County Jail maintains an average of 221 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lincoln 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 Lincoln County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 5,020 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessIn Lincoln County all offenders are arrested are transported to the 221-bed Lincoln County Jail. It is there that they will undergo booking and an assessment which will result in their classification and housing assignment. Classification is based upon current charges, past charges, history of behavior in detention, and other factors, and will ensure that the offender is assigned to a housing unit that is safe for them, and that will be safe for other inmates as well.
The inmates are offenders arrested in Lincoln County that have recently been arrested for a felony or misdemeanor, are awaiting trial, or have been found guilty for their crime(s) and have been sentenced to one year or less.
To check on the status, bail, visitation, or other concerns for an inmate the facility can be contacted at 636-462-6507 and an online look up is available.
Programs are available for inmates to engage in, faith based programs, domestic violence, anger management, substance abuse, education, and many others will help inmates to gain skills that will help them to avoid a return to jail.
Medical care is provided onsite, and for more serious medical care they may be transported to a hospital or other care facility, then returned. Dental and mental health care are also provided, and this will continue during the entire incarceration and in some cases mental health will be continued after release and in the community.
Books are provided on a cart each week and up to two books may be borrowed each week.
Visits are encouraged and inmates will have one hour visits per day, and visits are non-contact and monitored. Remote visits are also provided and can be scheduled by viewing the inmate schedule online, and those who want to visit in person at the provided kiosk may view the schedule online or request information from the inmate. Visits will take place between 7:00am and 9:00pm every day.
Outgoing phone calls are also available. Their accounts can be funded online.
Postcards are the only accepted personal mail, and they must be 4.25 inches by 6 inches or smaller, have a full return address and the name of the sender, with no stickers or other marks.
Mail is sent to the inmate with their cell number when available, to:
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office
65 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
- Jail (Main): 636-462-6507
- Sheriff: 636-528-6100
Steps involved in booking at Lincoln County Jail
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Lincoln County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Lincoln County Jail:
- Identification confirmation.
- Photographs (mugshots).
- Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
- Potential DNA collection.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Providing a free phone call.
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Lincoln County Jail at 636-462-6507.
How to pay bail in Lincoln County for an arrestee
Once an individual is booked at Lincoln County Jail in Troy, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 636-462-6507 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
- Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 636-462-6507).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Lincoln County can assist with the process.
- An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.
For more details on the bail process in Lincoln County, Missouri, visit the Lincoln County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Lincoln County Jail Inmate Visitation Schedule
65 Business Park Drive.
Troy, MO 63379
636-462-6507
- Only those listed on an inmate's Visitation Form will be permitted to visit. Inmates are given this form when they are assigned a cell.
- Visitors must have a current, valid photo identification (such as a driver's license) in order to visit.
- All visitors, on their first visit, must complete a Visitor Information Form. They will then be checked to determine whether they have any outstanding warrants.
- Visitors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian who is on the approved list, do not need to be listed on an approved visitation list themselves.
- Each inmate is allowed one hour of visitation per week on their assigned day and time. You must check with your inmate for this date and time.
- Requests for exceptions and special requests must be forwarded through a Corrections Officer to a Shift Supervisor for approval.
- A Shift Supervisor may extend visits by reason of distance traveled, past infrequent visits, or other reason.
INMATES ARE ASSIGNED A TIME BASED ON THEIR CELL ASSIGNMENT - Check with them.
ON SITE PERSONAL VISITS
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00am – 3:45pm |
| MONDAY | 6:00pm – 10:00pm |
| TUESDAY | 6:00pm – 10:00pm |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00pm – 10:00pm |
| THURSDAY | 6:00pm – 10:00pm |
| FRIDAY | 6:00pm – 10:00pm |
| SATURDAY | 8:00am – 3:45pm |
CIDNET Remote Video Visits
- Approved visitors can schedule a video call (visit) with an inmate online using CIDNET.
- No scheduling needed.
REMOTE INMATE VIDEO CALLS
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 10:00PM |
Lincoln County Jail uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail?
CIDNET Video Visitation allows families to conduct live, face-to-face video visits with incarcerated loved ones from home. Using an internet-connected smartphone, tablet, or personal computer equipped with a webcam, visitors connect directly through housing-unit video stations or handheld tablets without traveling to the facility or waiting in jail visitor lobbies.
Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required
Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.
Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit
- Visit customer.cidnet.net or launch the CIDNET app.
- Register your visitor profile and upload a clear photograph of your government-issued ID and a verification photo.
- Wait for email notification confirming institutional visitor approval.
- Ensure your account has sufficient Data Points to cover the duration of the visit.
- Select Video Visitation, select the detention facility, and pick an available calendar time slot.
- Log into the website or mobile app 10 minutes prior to the start time on a device with a functioning camera, microphone, and stable high-speed internet connection.
What the Inmate Needs to Do
The inmate receives a schedule notification on their housing unit video kiosk or tablet. At the appointed time, they log in with their PIN and sit before the screen. Inmates and visitors must strictly observe jail dress and conduct rules; sessions are monitored by staff and will terminate immediately upon any violation.
Official Provider: CIDNET Customer Portal | Encartele Corporate
Customer Service Telephone: 1-888-984-1903
Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
Supported Languages: English and Spanish
Other Services Provided by CIDNET
In addition to Remote Video Visitation, CIDNET provides several other communication channels:
- Data Points (Unified Funding): Purchase the central credits that power video visitation, calling, and messaging.
• Learn more on our website: CIDNET Data Points Guide | • Visit official vendor page: Buy CIDNET Data - Inmate Messaging & Digital Mail: Send electronic text messages and digital photo attachments directly to an inmate's terminal.
• Learn more on our website: CIDNET Messaging Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CIDNET Messaging Portal - Phone PINs & Voice Calling: Fund prepaid telephone calling so your loved one can call your mobile device.
• Learn more on our website: CIDNET Phone Calling Guide | • Visit official vendor page: CIDNET Voice Calling
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Lincoln County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Lincoln County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office
65 Business Park Drive
Troy, MO 63379
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Lincoln County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Lincoln County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Lincoln County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Missouri, then choose Lincoln County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Lincoln County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Lincoln County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Lincoln County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail?
How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Lincoln County
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
- Register and create an account with CIDNET.
- Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Lincoln County Jail inmate.
1. Click the Create Account button.
2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
6. Click the Sign In button. - After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Missouri, then the Lincoln County Jail, then your inmate's name.
- Once you have completed this, the Lincoln County Jail will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.
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 Lincoln County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. 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 Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Lincoln County Jail
Search for JailATM services for Lincoln County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Lincoln County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Lincoln County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Lincoln County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Lincoln County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Lincoln County Jail follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Missouri, then choose Lincoln County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
- Select the products you want shipped to them at Lincoln County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Lincoln County at any one time.
- If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Lincoln County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Lincoln County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Lincoln County Jail uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.
Register here.
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903
How to send a text or email to an inmate in Lincoln County
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Lincoln County follow these instructions:
- Register and create an account with CIDNET.
- Choose a Security PIN and Password.
- After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Missouri, then the Lincoln County Jail, then your inmate's name.
- Once you have completed this, the Lincoln County Jail will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Lincoln County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Lincoln County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Lincoln County Jail may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.
CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Register here.
- Pay for the subscription.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 636-462-6507 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Lincoln County?
Lincoln County County Jails
Lincoln County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Lincoln County?
The Lincoln County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Lincoln County: Elsberry, Foley, Moscow Mills, Old Monroe, Troy and Winona.


