Located in Seward, Seward County, Nebraska, the Seward County Detention Center is a 54-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 402-643-9453.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Seward County Detention Center at 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
Phone: 402-643-9453
Physical Address:
261 South 8th Street
Seward, NE 68434
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Seward County Detention Center, 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 402-643-9453 for the information you are looking for.
Seward County Detention Center 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 Seward County Detention Center, 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 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
The Seward County Detention Center maintains an average of 54 offenders in custody on any given day. The Seward County Detention Center 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 Seward County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,080 offenders.
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The 54-bed Seward County Detention Center is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Seward 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 402-643-9453, 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 Seward County Detention Center 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 Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
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 Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Seward County Detention Center 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 Seward County Detention Center:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Seward County Detention Center at 402-643-9453.
After being arrested and booked into Seward County Detention Center in Seward, 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 402-643-9453 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Seward County, Nebraska, visit the Seward County Detention Center Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Seward County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
261 South 8th Street
Seward, NE 68434
402-643-9453
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 402-643-9453 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:30PM - 4:45PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:30PM - 4:45PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:30PM - 4:45PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:30PM - 4:45PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 1:30PM - 4:45PM |
Seward County Detention Center 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
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 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 Seward County Detention Center?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Seward County Detention Center?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Seward County Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Seward County Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Seward County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Seward County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Seward County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Seward County Detention Center?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
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 Seward 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.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Seward County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Seward County Detention Center 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 Seward County Detention Center 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 Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
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 Seward County Detention Center 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 Seward County Detention Center 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
For inmates receiving mail in the Seward County Detention Center 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 Seward County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Seward County Detention Center
261 S 8th St. Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
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 Seward County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Seward County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Seward County Detention Center.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Seward County Detention Center.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Seward County Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Seward County Detention Center has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Seward County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Seward County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Seward County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Seward County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
Contact Customer Support
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Seward County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Seward County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Seward County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Here's how it works:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seward County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 402-643-9453 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Seward County?
This facility, known as "Seward County Detention Center" is also known as Seward County Jail, Seward County Jail & Sheriff, Seward County Jail & Sheriff , Seward County Jail & Sheriff , Nebraska, Seward.
