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Polk County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Services Information

Phone: (402) 747-2231

Physical Address:
 251 North Main Street
PO Box 567
Osceola, NE 68651

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

To search for an inmate in the Polk 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 (402) 747-2231 for the information you are looking for.

Polk County Jail & Sheriff Inmate Search

Polk County maintains an average of 14 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jail has a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Polk County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 280 offenders.

The following charts of Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County and Nebraska state prisons, click the button below.
Polk County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

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

Race Inmates % Total
White 11 100.00%
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 11 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Polk County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/8/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 3 27.27%
Felony (2rd Degree) 2 18.18%
Felony (1st Degree) 1 9.09%
State Jail Felony 1 9.09%
Felony (Uncategorized) 2 18.18%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 2 18.18%
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 Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Polk County Inmate Sex - 6/8/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 10 90.91%
Female 1 9.09%
Total 11 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Polk County Inmate Age - 6/8/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 9.09%
18-20 1 9.09%
21-24 2 18.18%
25-30 2 18.18%
31-35 1 9.09%
36-40 2 18.18%
41-45 2 18.18%
46-50 0 0.00%
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 11 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff
According to the search results, the Polk County Jail in Nebraska has a capacity of 138 beds or 325 detainees. The jail has been operational since 1996 and hosts inmates from the surrounding area. The Polk County Sheriff's Office is located at 251 North Main Street and has charge and custody of the jail and its prisoners. The Polk County Jail is a county jail and serves the area. However, the search results do not provide a definitive answer on the current capacity of the jail. The Polk County Jail and Sheriff's Office is located at 251 North Main Street, PO Box 567, Osceola, NE, 68651. The Sheriff's Office can be contacted at 402-747-2231, and their fax number is 402-747-5981. The jail has a capacity of 138 beds and is responsible for the custody of its prisoners. Here are the visitation hours for Polk County Jail & Sheriff in Nebraska according to the search results: Visiting hours are 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM step by step. Prisoners at the Polk County Jail are allowed up to 30 minutes of appearance time each day. Inmates at the Polk County Jail are allowed two 45-minute onsite video visits each week. These visits must be scheduled in advance, anytime between 8:15am to. Morning visitation begins at 7:30 a.m. and ends at 10:30 a.m. After the inmates eat lunch, visitation begins again at 12:00 p.m. (noon) and ends at 4:00 p.m. After the inmates eat dinner, visitation begins again at 5:00 p.m. and the last visit can begin at 9:40 p.m. but must end by 10:00 p.m. The Polk County Jail is located in Osceola, Nebraska and is managed by the Polk County Sheriff's Office. It is a medium to maximum-security correctional facility that holds inmates awaiting trials and sentencing in local courts. The jail houses inmates who receive a sentence to a maximum period not exceeding one year. Inmates at the Polk County Jail are allowed up to 30 minutes of appearance time each day. They are also allowed two 45-minute onsite video visits each week, which must be scheduled in advance. Visiting hours are from 06:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The Polk County Jail provides reintegration programming to male condemned criminals. Polk County Jail & Sheriff is located in Osceola, Nebraska. The jail is a medium to maximum-security correctional facility that holds inmates awaiting trials and sentencing in local courts. The Polk County Sheriff's Office has charge and custody of the jail and its prisoners. The jail houses inmates who receive a sentence to a maximum period not exceeding one year. The sheriff's office can be reached at 402-747-2231 or faxed through 402-747-5981. Visiting hours are available, and prisoners are allowed up to 30 minutes of appearance time each day.
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Inmate Visitation

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

Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff?

Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Polk 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 Polk 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 Polk County Jail & Sheriff using an Online Messaging Service?

Polk 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 Polk County

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

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Polk Platte Seward Butler York Hamilton Merrick
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Most Wanted Fugitives

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

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

Race Inmates % Total
White 11 100.00%
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 11 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Polk County Inmate Criminal Charges - 6/8/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 3 27.27%
Felony (2rd Degree) 2 18.18%
Felony (1st Degree) 1 9.09%
State Jail Felony 1 9.09%
Felony (Uncategorized) 2 18.18%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 2 18.18%
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 Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Polk County Inmate Sex - 6/8/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 10 90.91%
Female 1 9.09%
Total 11 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Polk County Sheriff’s Department, Nebraska Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Polk County Inmate Age - 6/8/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 1 9.09%
18-20 1 9.09%
21-24 2 18.18%
25-30 2 18.18%
31-35 1 9.09%
36-40 2 18.18%
41-45 2 18.18%
46-50 0 0.00%
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 11 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Polk 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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