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Merrick County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Services Information

Phone: 308 - 946-2345

Physical Address:
 1821 16th Ave.
Central City, NE 68826

Mailing Address (personal mail):
 Inmate's first and last name
c/o Merrick County Jail
1821 16th Ave.
Central City, NE 68826

How Do You Find Someone in the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff?

To search for an inmate in the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff, 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 - 946-2345 for the information you are looking for.

Merrick County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search

Merrick County maintains an average of 20 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jail has a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Merrick County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 400 offenders.

The following charts of Merrick County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 6/8/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from Merrick County, the state of Nebraska, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.

For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Merrick County and Nebraska state prisons, click the button below.
Merrick County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Merrick County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/8/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 15 100.00%
Black 0 0.00%
Hispanic or Latino 0 0.00%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 0 0.00%
Asian 0 0.00%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 15 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Merrick County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/8/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 4 26.67%
Felony (2rd Degree) 2 13.33%
Felony (1st Degree) 2 13.33%
State Jail Felony 2 13.33%
Felony (Uncategorized) 2 13.33%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 3 20.00%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Merrick County Inmate Sex - 6/8/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 14 93.33%
Female 1 6.67%
Total 15 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Merrick County Inmate Age - 6/8/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 6.67%
18-20 1 6.67%
21-24 2 13.33%
25-30 3 20.00%
31-35 2 13.33%
36-40 3 20.00%
41-45 2 13.33%
46-50 1 6.67%
51-55 0 0.00%
56-60 0 0.00%
61-65 0 0.00%
66-75 0 0.00%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 15 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff
The Merrick County Jail in Nebraska has a capacity of around 161 inmates and 184 inmates. However, it has a maximum capacity of 193 in case of an emergency. The jail is located at 1821 16th Avenue, Central City, NE, 68826 and was built in 1978. There are varying reports on the number of beds in the jail, with some sources reporting 198 beds and others not specifying the number of beds. Here is the information on the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff in Nebraska: Physical Address: 1821 16th Ave. Central City, NE 68826. Phone Number: 308-946-2345. Fax Number: 308-946-2444. Here is the information about visitation hours at Merrick County Jail & Sheriff in Nebraska, based on the search results: Inmates are allowed one to two visits of 30 minutes each at the facility. The Merrick County Jail permits inmates to receive social visits from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm on weekdays, and 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on weekends. It was built in 1939 and can hold up to 161 inmates, including those awaiting trial or serving sentences. The jail is supervised by the Merrick County Sheriff's Office. Inmates at the Merrick County Jail are allowed to make outgoing calls, which are typically billed collect to the receiver of the call. The jail permits inmates to receive social visits from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm on weekdays, and 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on weekends. The Merrick County Sheriff's Office provides information about inmates through their official website. The Merrick County Jail & Sheriff is located in Central City, Merrick County, Nebraska. It is a medium-security correctional facility that houses about 161 inmates. The jail mainly holds inmates going through a trial or awaiting sentences. It was built in 1939 and can hold up to a maximum of 168 inmates in times of emergencies. The facility is operated and maintained by the Nebraska Department of Corrections (NDCS) . The Merrick County Sheriff's Office supervises management and operations at the Merrick County Jail. The jail engages more than 99 prisoners to help administer its laundry, catering services in the kitchen, and other duties within the jail. Inmates at the Merrick County Jail can make outgoing calls, which will typically be billed collect to the expense of the receiver of the call.
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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff? What is the Schedule?

Merrick County Jail & Sheriff 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
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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff?

Merrick County Jail & Sheriff uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.


Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Merrick 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 Merrick County Jail & Sheriff 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 Nebraska, then the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff 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 Merrick 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.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff using an Online Messaging Service?

Merrick County Jail & Sheriff 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
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Merrick County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Merrick 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 Nebraska, then the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Merrick County Jail & Sheriff 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 Merrick County, visit our full page guide. 

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Merrick County?

Merrick Platte Polk Hamilton Nance Hall Howard
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Most Wanted Fugitives

Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Merrick County, the state of Nebraska and the United States?

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Merrick County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 6/8/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 15 100.00%
Black 0 0.00%
Hispanic or Latino 0 0.00%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 0 0.00%
Asian 0 0.00%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 15 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Merrick County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/8/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 4 26.67%
Felony (2rd Degree) 2 13.33%
Felony (1st Degree) 2 13.33%
State Jail Felony 2 13.33%
Felony (Uncategorized) 2 13.33%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 3 20.00%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Merrick County Inmate Sex - 6/8/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 14 93.33%
Female 1 6.67%
Total 15 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Merrick County Inmate Age - 6/8/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 6.67%
18-20 1 6.67%
21-24 2 13.33%
25-30 3 20.00%
31-35 2 13.33%
36-40 3 20.00%
41-45 2 13.33%
46-50 1 6.67%
51-55 0 0.00%
56-60 0 0.00%
61-65 0 0.00%
66-75 0 0.00%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 15 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Merrick County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

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