Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections COVID-19 Coronavirus Visitation Policy

Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

Address:
825 Marlboro Rd.
Keene, NH 03431

Phone:

603-903-1600

New Visitation Policies in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections Due to COVID-19 Coronavirus

Because of concerns for the safety and wellness of both staff and inmates at the Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections in Keene, New Hampshire, contact visits of any type may be suspended. Even if they have visits, from time to time, face masks may be required.

Approved Non-contact visits with family, friends and the inmate’s lawyers may still be allowed when at-home or onsite video visitation is not available, however given that new guidelines are changing daily please check the visitation page or call 603-903-1600 for updates.

Video Visitation at Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

At-home and onsite video visitation guidelines for Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections, when this service is available, can be found by going to the visitation information page.

We highly recommend that you call 603-903-1600 first for any changes due to staff shortages or other unforeseen circumstances, including whether your inmate has become ill and is unable to be in the general population where video kiosks are available.

How Long Will These Changes Last?

Experts in the study of the COVID-19 are anticipating that spread of the virus will be a ongoing concern for Cheshire County, the state of New Hampshire and the entire United States until well into 2024 and maybe even beyond. We are witnessing the virus becoming more contagious, but less deadly over time. Many people think that the 'more contagious, but less deadly' variants will infect so many people that a higher level of natural immunity for the majority of Americans will be the end result.

Will the Inmates in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections Be Safe from Getting Sick With COVID-19 Coronavirus?

Whether the inmates are safe from contracting the coronavirus depends entirely on two things:

  1. The Virus being introduced into the facility by a staff member or inmate who is unaware that they have it.
  2. How easily it spreads.

At this stage most people who get the coronavirus show very few symptoms beyond what you might experience with a bad cold or a mild case of the common flu. Newer variants are turning out to be less deadly than the common flu we experience every year.

Studies that have been done are showing that the hardest hit are those 60 years of age and older, those with pre-existing medical issues like diabetes, leukemia or obese individuals. Young men and women rarely become very ill, and when they do, seem to recover quickly.

Given the close proximity of inmates and staff to each other in this lockup, it is going to be very difficult to prevent the spread of COVID-19 once it is introduced into the facility as the virus can spread via the microscopic vapor that we release every time we speak, cough or sneeze.

We will continuously update this page as the virus changes and new policies are instituted.

Cheshire County Bail Bond Information

Because Cheshire County and New Hampshire can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections at 603-903-1600, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, and do this right after an arrestee has been booked. 

Ask the staff at the Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections or the Cheshire County Court Clerk these specific questions:

  1. Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
  2. How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
  3. Where do I go to pay it?
  4. Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
  5. What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
  6. Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released. 

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.


 

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Cheshire 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 Cheshire County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Cheshire County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.


 

Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections 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 Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections:
Inmate's Full Name
Cheshire County D.O.C
825 Marlboro Road
Keene, NH 03431


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.


 

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Cheshire County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose New Hampshire, then choose Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
  • Select the products you want shipped to them at Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Cheshire County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Cheshire County.


 

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Cheshire County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Cheshire County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose New Hampshire, then choose Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Cheshire County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Cheshire County.


 

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Cheshire 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Cheshire 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.


 

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Cheshire 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Cheshire 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.


 

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

To send a text or email message to a Cheshire County inmate, do the following:

Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Cheshire County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Cheshire County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Cheshire County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.


 

How to Schedule and Visit an Inmate in Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections

To schedule and set up a visit, either at-the-jail or remotely from your home, follow these instructions:

  • Register and/or log in.
  • Select Cheshire County Dept. of Corrections, then your inmate.
  • Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits in Cheshire County.
  • Schedule your visit.

To get more complete instructions, and understand visit lengths, times, locations, fees and all the other rules including children, dress codes and more, check out or Visit Inmate Page.
NOTE: All visits are recorded and whatever you say and do will be monitored. It is best to never discuss sensitive information regarding your inmate's pending case.


 

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