Every detail on this page is checked by hand, not scraped. This unofficial directory helps friends and family of incarcerated individuals find critical information — inmate lists, locations, bail resources, visitation hours, rules, and text, phone, email, and mail services — for jails, detention centers, and prisons across the United States.
If you need information on an inmate, the 40-bed Adams County Jail is available 24 hours a day at 402-461-7181.
Law enforcement brings people arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county to this facility for booking and processing. If the charges require it, they remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered held until their trial is decided.
Check the inmate search tool for a roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Inmates who are convicted and sentenced to under a year stay here. Those with longer sentences are sent to the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the official roster, calling the facility at 402-461-7181, getting directions, and using inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail, and commissary.
Make a note of the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, since mail and other services often require it. If it isn’t online, call Adams County Jail at 402-461-7181.
Phone: 402-461-7181
Physical Address:
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Adams 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 402-461-7181 for the information you are looking for.
Adams 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 Adams 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 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
The Adams County Jail maintains an average of 40 offenders in custody on any given day. The Adams 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 Adams County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 800 offenders.
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The Adams County courthouse, sheriff office, and jail are all located in the same sprawling brick and glass campus that covers and entire block directly across from the town library. The 40-bed Adams County Jail houses all offenders from Adams County on misdemeanor and felony charges, both male and female, as they wait on their trial or serve a sentence. The majority of sentences are short, most ending in less than one full year.
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.
To determine if someone is being held at the location the staff are able to provide basic information such as if they are present, when they can have visits, and how to pay bail them out by calling 402-461-7181.
Medical and mental health care are both provided, along with healthy meals, exercise opportunities, social interactions and recreation activities, along with clothing and laundry. To further support mental health of all inmates and help maintain a safe facility for everyone, inmates are also provided with access to phones, and kiosk to allow continued contact with their friends and family.
Phone calls, video visits, emails, and inmate accounts are all connected to one account. This may be accessed from the kiosks that are found in the lobby of the Adams County Jail, and visits can be scheduled through the same program online.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Adams County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Adams County Jail typically involves the following steps:
Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 402-461-7181.
Once booked at Adams County Jail in Hastings, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 402-461-7181.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Adams County, Nebraska, visit the Adams County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Adams County Jail? What is the Schedule?
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
402-461-7181
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 1:00PM - 4:00PM 6:30PM - 9:00PM |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
Adams 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
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Adams County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 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 Adams County Jail?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Adams County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Adams County Jail?
To deposit money to an inmate housed in Adams County for phone call use, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Depositing Money for making phone calls with an inmate in Adams County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Adams County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Adams County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, 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 Adams 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!
Also, be warned that some phone 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 Adams County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Adams County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Adams 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 Adams 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 #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
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 Adams County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source 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 Adams 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 #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
For inmates receiving mail in the Adams 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 Adams County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Adams County Jail
500 W 4th Street
Hastings, NE 68901
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 Adams County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Adams County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Adams County Jail uses CIDNET to deposit money in an inmate's commissary account.
Register here.
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To deposit money to an inmate housed in Adams County for phone call use, follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Depositing Money for making phone calls with an inmate in Adams County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Adams County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Adams County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Adams County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Adams County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Adams County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Adams County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Here's how it works:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Adams County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-461-7181 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Adams County?
This facility, known as "Adams County Jail" is also known as Adams County Jail & Sheriff, Adams County Jail & Sheriff, Nebraska, Adams.
The Adams County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Adams County: Ayr, Catherton, Deweese, Hastings, Holstein, Juniata, Kenesaw and Roseland.
