Saunders County Correction Facility
Saunders County Correction Facility
The 168-bed Saunders County Correction Facility can be contacted at 402-443-8146 for inmate information at any time of day.
This is the county’s booking facility. Anyone arrested here on a misdemeanor or felony charge is brought in for booking and processing, and may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial ends.
Use the inmate search tool to view a list of inmates currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their sentence in this county. Inmates sentenced to more are sent to the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page you’ll find the visitation schedule and policies, plus how to put money on an inmate’s account, send mail, take phone calls from an inmate, leave voicemail, email and text, rent a tablet, post bail, and buy commissary.
Keep the jail ID or booking number somewhere safe. It’s required for many communication services. If it’s not online, call Saunders County Correction Facility at 402-443-8146.
Inmate Services
Phone
402-443-8146Mailing address (personal mail)
Saunders County Correction Facility
387 N Chestnut Street
Wahoo, NE 68066
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Saunders County Correction Facility
387 N Chestnut Street
Wahoo, NE 68066
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility, 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 402-443-8146 for the information you are looking for.
Saunders County Correction Facility 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 Saunders County Correction Facility, 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 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
The Saunders County Correction Facility maintains an average of 168 offenders in custody on any given day. The Saunders County Correction Facility 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 Saunders County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,360 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessSituated between the DMV and a bank, the 168-bed Saunders County Correction Facility is within the Law Enforcement and Judicial Center has a sally port located on the side of the hill, easy access and parking for visitors and staff, and stands two stories high with small, squared windows where the cells are located.
Within the Law Enforcement building is the courthouse, the jail, and offices for the sheriff.
Both misdemeanor and felony charged offenders from Saunders County are booked and held at the Saunders County Correction Facility, both as they wait for their trial or sentencing and also as they serve a short sentence, under a year in length.
Dodge County offenders are also housed here.
Access to the inmate roster is available online and staff are able to provide information about visits, bail, and procedures when you call them at 402-443-8146.
Mental and physical health care is provided as needed, with prescriptions being accepted at the jail in the original packaging with directions from the physician, BUT other personal items are NOT accepted.
Recreational opportunities are provided, and staff engage in and encourage positive interactions and a supportive environment. It is encouraged for family members and friends to remain in contact with a detainee through accepting phone calls, sending and receiving letters through the post office, and visiting when possible. This contact has been shown to encourage better mental health for their families as well as inmates, and that improves the safety of the building and everyone within.
Mail is checked for contraband and all pictures, and some mail will be scanned and delivered to the inmate via the tablet program, which also supports emessaging and other services. Softcover books and magazines are also permitted if they are sent directly from the publisher or retailer and may not be sent via individual mail.
Send all personal mail through the US Postal Service and use the inmate's legal name while also providing a return address to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Saunders County Correction Facility
387 N Chestnut Street
Wahoo, NE 68066
Both mail and messages are checked for contraband, and to fund the commissary account of an inmate money orders may be sent through the mail, and there is a kiosk in the lobby for the commissary as well as phones and visits.
Commissary purchases can be made each week and include hygiene supplies, clothing, snacks, and other items. There are phones in the housing units so that inmates may make outgoing calls to their lawyers and representatives, their family, and some friends.
Visits are planned at least one full day in advance and onsite visits at the lobby visitation kiosks are accessible Monday through Friday 8am-12pm and 12:30pm-2:30pm, while offsite or remote visits are accessible the same hours as well as 5:30pm-6pm and 6:30pm-9:30pm.
Weekend visits are also accessible remotely 8am-12pm, 12:30pm-2:30pm, 4pm-4:30pm, 5:30pm-6pm, and 6:30pm-9pm.
- Jail (Main): 402-443-8146
- Administration: 402-443-5660
How does the booking process work at Saunders County Correction Facility?
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Saunders County Correction Facility for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Saunders County Correction Facility typically includes the following steps:
- Verifying identity.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
- DNA collection, if required.
- Conducting a thorough search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a free phone call.
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 402-443-8146.
What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Saunders County?
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Saunders County Correction Facility in Wahoo for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 402-443-8146 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
- To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 402-443-8146).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Saunders County can assist with payment.
- Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.
For more information on the bail process in Saunders County, Nebraska, visit the Saunders County Correction Facility Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility? What is the Schedule?
Saunders County Correction Facility ON-SITE (and off-site) VDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
387 N Chestnut Street
Wahoo, NE 68066
402-443-8146
- Visits are 30 minutes. On site hours are below.
- Off site video visits Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - Offsite visits on weekends
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
4:00 - 4:30 p.m.
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
6:30 - 9:30 p.m. - You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 402-443-8146 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 402-443-8146 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 8:30AM - NOON 12:30PM - 2:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:30AM - NOON 12:30PM - 2:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - NOON 12:30PM - 2:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:30AM - NOON 12:30PM - 2:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - NOON 12:30PM - 2:30PM |
Off site video visits:
Monday thru Friday
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Saturday/Sunday
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
12:30 - 2:30 p.m.
4:00 - 4:30 p.m.
5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Saunders County Correction Facility uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Saunders County Correction Facility inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Saunders County Correction Facility Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility?
Saunders County Correction Facility uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Saunders County Correction Facility inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Saunders County Correction Facility Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility?
There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Saunders County Correction Facility, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.
Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Saunders County Correction Facility whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Saunders County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Saunders County Correction Facility follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Nebraska, then select Saunders County Correction Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Saunders County Correction Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Saunders County Correction Facility
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Saunders County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Saunders County Correction Facility, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Saunders County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility, and what can I purchase?
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Saunders County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Saunders County Correction Facility follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Nebraska, then select Saunders County Correction Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Saunders County Correction Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Saunders County Correction Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
Saunders County Correction Facility uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
- Send a text Message - 1 stamp
- Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
- Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
- Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
- Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
- Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
- Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
- Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
- When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Saunders County Correction Facility
To send a text or email message to a Saunders County inmate, do the following:
Saunders County Correction Facility uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Saunders County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Saunders County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Saunders County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Saunders County Correction Facility, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Saunders County Correction Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Saunders County Correction Facility now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
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:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Saunders County Correction Facility.
Questions:
- By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- By email - tablets@securustech.net
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Saunders County Correction Facility
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Saunders County follow these instructions:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your Saunders County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
If you have any questions:
- Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- Email - tablets@securustech.net
For all Saunders County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Saunders County Correction Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-443-8146 for further assistance.
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