Hitchcock County Jail
Hitchcock County Jail
For round-the-clock inmate information, call the 30-bed Hitchcock County Jail at 308-334-5148.
This facility receives misdemeanor and felony arrestees from throughout the county for booking and processing. Those who are detained remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial ends.
Browse the roster of current inmates with the inmate search tool.
Sentences shorter than one year are served here. Sentences longer than one year are served in the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information about the visitation schedule, inmate funds, sending mail, inmate phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Note the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, as you’ll need it for letters and other contact. If it’s not online, call Hitchcock County Jail at 308-334-5148.
Inmate Services
Phone
308-334-5148Mailing address (personal mail)
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hitchcock 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 308-334-5148 for the information you are looking for.
Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock 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 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
The Hitchcock County Jail maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 600 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 30-bed Hitchcock County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Hitchcock 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 308-334-5148, 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 Hitchcock 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:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
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 Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
- Jail (Main): 308-334-5148
How booking works at Hitchcock County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Hitchcock County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Hitchcock County Jail:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Hitchcock County Jail at 308-334-5148.
Paying bail for someone in Hitchcock County
After being arrested and booked into Hitchcock County Jail in Trenton, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 308-334-5148 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 308-334-5148.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Hitchcock County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Hitchcock County, Nebraska, visit the Hitchcock County Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Visitation
229 East D Street
Trenton, NE 69044
308-334-5148
- Visitation must be scheduled 24 hours in advance by calling 308-334-5148
- If you arrive unscheduled, than no visit. No exceptions.
- If you late, you will only get to visit for the remaining time. No excuses. No exceptions.
- There are no visits on holidays.
Male inmates are allowed visitors on the following days only:
Tuesdays:
2:00P.M. to 3:00P.M.
Fridays:
10:00A.M. to 11:00A.M.
Female inmates are allowed visitors on the following days only:
Tuesdays:
10:00A.M. to 11:00A.M.
Fridays:
2:00P.M. to 3:00P.M.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail?
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit using the iOS or Android app.
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Hitchcock County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Hitchcock County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with correctpay by creating an account.
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- Select Nebraska, then select Hitchcock County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
- You can deposit money four ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Hitchcock County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail?
Hitchcock County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase phone calling time from this jail’s inmate phone calling service.
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Cost to Send Money
Call Correct Pay at 855-836-3364 to ask what a deposit will cost.
*Rates are subject to change.
correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail, and what can I send them?
Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Hitchcock County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Hitchcock 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 Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
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 Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Hitchcock County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Hitchcock 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 Hitchcock County Jail:
Inmate's Name
Hitchcock County Jail
P O Box 248
Trenton, NE 69044
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 Hitchcock County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Purchasing a Hitchcock County Jail Inmate Commissary
Hitchcock County Jail allows inmates to purchase commissary, which is a jail affiliated store that sells snacks, hygiene products, stationary, clothing and even e-cigs and nicotine pouches (where allowed).
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Kellwell Commissary.
These items can be purchased once a week.
This amount you can spend each week is set by the facility. Call 308-334-5148 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hitchcock County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Hitchcock County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hitchcock County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-334-5148 for further assistance.
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