Ozark County Jail
Ozark County Jail
Staff at the 24-bed Ozark County Jail can be reached 24 hours a day for inmate information at 417-679-4633.
After an arrest for a misdemeanor or felony in this county, the person is brought here for booking and processing. What happens next depends on the charges: they may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until the end of their trial.
Check the inmate search tool to see the current list of people in custody.
Inmates who receive a sentence of less than one year stay at this jail to serve it. Those who receive longer sentences are moved to the Missouri State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the jail roster, getting directions, and using services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Hang on to the inmate’s booking or jail ID number; it’s often required to send mail or messages. If you can’t find it online, call Ozark County Jail at 417-679-4633.
Inmate Services
Phone
417-679-4633Mailing address (personal mail)
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Ozark 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 417-679-4633 for the information you are looking for.
You can also look up an Ozark County inmate's criminal court case online.
Ozark 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 Ozark 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 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
The Ozark County Jail maintains an average of 24 offenders in custody on any given day. The Ozark 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 Ozark County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 480 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 24-bed Ozark County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Ozark 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 417-679-4633, 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 Ozark 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:
Ozark County Jail
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
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:
Ozark County Jail
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
- Jail (Main): 417-679-4633
- Sheriff: 417-679-4633
The booking process explained for Ozark County Jail
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Ozark 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 Ozark 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.
To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 417-679-4633.
What are the bail options in Ozark County after an arrest?
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Ozark County Jail in Gainesville 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 417-679-4633 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
- A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 417-679-4633.
- Licensed bail bond agencies in Ozark County can provide assistance.
- Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.
For more information about bail in Ozark County, Missouri, see the Ozark County Jail Bail Guide.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Ozark County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
HCR 1
Gainesville, MO 65655
417-679-4633
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- Ask Ozark County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
- NCIC shows the length of a video visit when you schedule it.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Ask Ozark County Jail how many visits a person is allowed.
- Ask Ozark County Jail how many visitors are allowed at one session.
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
Ozark County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
Tiger Commissary Comunications - Visitation (and Phone & Secure messaging)
There are two ways to fund your inmate's communication while he/she is incarcerated at the Ozark County Jail.
1. Purchase Through Web Deposits - The recommended way to purchase communications services such as phone time or video time is to deposit money directly to the inmate's trust account so they can buy and use these services as they need to with the benefit of being able to use those funds for other products such as commissary.
2. Phone CommunicationsPurchase Directly - If you wish to purchase communications products directly for an inmate you have that option. Unlike the Web Deposits option, the inmate will ONLY be able to use this purchase for communications products such as phone time or video time.
You can also sign up and deposit money here at NCIC.
On-Site Visitation Schedule at the Ozark County Jail
HCR 1
Gainesville, MO 65655
417-679-4633
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- Ask Ozark County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
- NCIC shows the length of a video visit when you schedule it.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Ask Ozark County Jail how many visits a person is allowed.
- Ask Ozark County Jail how many visitors are allowed at one session.
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
Remote Inmate Visitation Schedule
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail?
Tiger Commissary Comunications - Visitation (and Phone & Secure messaging)
There are two ways to fund your inmate's communication while he/she is incarcerated at the Ozark County Jail.
1. Purchase Through Web Deposits - The recommended way to purchase communications services such as phone time or video time is to deposit money directly to the inmate's trust account so they can buy and use these services as they need to with the benefit of being able to use those funds for other products such as commissary.
2. Phone CommunicationsPurchase Directly - If you wish to purchase communications products directly for an inmate you have that option. Unlike the Web Deposits option, the inmate will ONLY be able to use this purchase for communications products such as phone time or video time.
You can also sign up and deposit money here at NCIC.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail?
There are three choices for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Ask the jail whether it takes deposits in person before you go.
Call Ozark County Jail to ask whether it has a Tiger kiosk for cash or card deposits, and where it is.
If you can't get your questions answered online call the Ozark County Jail at 417-679-4633.
Choice 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Tiger Commissary's online site lists the services set up for each jail, such as commissary orders or deposits.
Go to Tiger's online site, pick the state and the jail, and see which services it offers there.
Choice 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 Ozark County Jail at 417-679-4633 to confirm the address to send the money order to and how they want it made out.
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting his account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 417-679-4633 to ask facility personnel who to make the money order out to, and where to send it.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Ozark County Jail
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Ozark County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Missouri.
- Select Ozark County Jail.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Ozark County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail?
How to Set Up and Receive Phone Calls, Messages, and Do Remote Video Visitation from an Inmate in Ozark County Jail
To set up and receive phone calls and have remote video visits from an inmate in Ozark County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Missouri.
- Select Ozark County Jail.
- Click on the Phone Service/Visitation link.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Ozark County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more detailed information on Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts, Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail, and what can I send them?
Ozark County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Ozark County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Ozark 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:
Ozark County Jail
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Ozark County Jail
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
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 Ozark 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 Ozark County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Ozark County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Ozark County Jail
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
Ozark County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Ozark 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 Ozark County Jail:
Ozark County Jail
HCR 1, Box 8-1
Gainesville, MO 65655
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 Ozark County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail, and what can I purchase?
The Ozark County Jail contracts with Tiger Commissary.
If you want to purchase Commissary for your inmate online click on the image below and follow the instructions.
How to Purchase Commissary for an Inmate in Ozark County Jail
To purchase commissary for an inmate in Ozark County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Missouri.
- Select Ozark County Jail.
- Click on 'Order Commissary'.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Ozark County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more on ordering commissary through Tiger Commissary, check out our Commissary Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Ozark County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Tiger Commissary Comunications - Visitation (and Phone & Secure messaging)
There are two ways to fund your inmate's communication while he/she is incarcerated at the Ozark County Jail.
1. Purchase Through Web Deposits - The recommended way to purchase communications services such as phone time or video time is to deposit money directly to the inmate's trust account so they can buy and use these services as they need to with the benefit of being able to use those funds for other products such as commissary.
2. Phone CommunicationsPurchase Directly - If you wish to purchase communications products directly for an inmate you have that option. Unlike the Web Deposits option, the inmate will ONLY be able to use this purchase for communications products such as phone time or video time.
How to Set Up and Receive Phone Calls, Messages, and Do Remote Video Visitation from an Inmate in Ozark County Jail
To set up and receive phone calls and have remote video visits from an inmate in Ozark County follow these instructions:
- Go to Tiger Services Online.
- Choose Missouri.
- Select Ozark County Jail.
- Click on the Phone Service/Visitation link.
- Select your inmate.
- Enter your billing information.
- Follow the rest of the instructions for Ozark County Jail to complete your transaction.
For more detailed information on Setting up Phone & Visitation Accounts, Ordering Commissary, Depositing Money; costs, fees, restrictions, rules and more with Tiger Commissary Services, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Ozark County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Ozark County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Ozark County Jail
Ask Ozark County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Ozark County Jail what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ozark County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 417-679-4633 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Ozark County?
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