Trying to locate an inmate? Call the 18-bed Sherman County Jail 24 hours a day at 308-745-1511.
When police in this county arrest someone for a misdemeanor or felony, they bring that person here for booking and processing. The person may then be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is resolved, depending on the charges.
You can also search the facility’s roster online with the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than a year do their time in this county. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Nebraska State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page covers the inmate services you’ll need most:
Write down the inmate’s jail ID or booking number; you’ll likely need it. If it’s not online, call Sherman County Jail at 308-745-1511.
Phone: 308-745-1511
Physical Address:
PO Box 127
Loup City, NE 68853
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Sherman 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 308-745-1511 for the information you are looking for.
Sherman 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 Sherman 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 308-745-1511 for further assistance.
The Sherman County Jail maintains an average of 18 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sherman 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 Sherman County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 360 offenders.
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The 18-bed Sherman County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Sherman 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 308-745-1511, 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 Sherman 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:
PO Box 127
Loup City, NE 68853
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:
PO Box 127
Loup City, NE 68853
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Sherman County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Sherman County Jail:
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Sherman County Jail at 308-745-1511.
Once an individual is booked at Sherman County Jail in Loup City, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 308-745-1511 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Sherman County, Nebraska, visit the Sherman County Jail Bail Page.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Sherman County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sherman County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 308-745-1511 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Sherman County?
