Hooker County Jail is a 8-bed jail located in the city of Mullen, Hooker County, Nebraska. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 308-546-2290.
This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.
The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Hooker County Jail at 308-546-2290 for assistance.
Phone: 308-546-2290
Physical Address:
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hooker 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 308-546-2290 for the information you are looking for.
Hooker 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 Hooker 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 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
The Hooker County Jail maintains an average of 8 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hooker 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 Hooker County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 160 offenders.
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The 8-bed Hooker County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Hooker 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 308-546-2290, 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 Hooker 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:
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
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:
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Hooker County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Hooker County Jail includes the following steps:
The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 308-546-2290.
If someone has been booked at Hooker County Jail in Mullen, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 308-546-2290.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
For a full guide to the bail process in Hooker County, Nebraska, visit the Hooker County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hooker County Jail? What is the Schedule?
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
308-546-2290
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 308-546-2290 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hooker County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 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 Hooker County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hooker County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hooker County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hooker County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hooker County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hooker County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Hooker County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Hooker 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 Hooker 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:
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
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 Hooker 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 Hooker 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:
Hooker County Sheriff
303 NW First St.
Mullen, NE 69152
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hooker County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hooker 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 Hooker County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hooker 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 Hooker County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Hooker 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 Hooker County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-546-2290 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Hooker County?
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