Tioga County Jail

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Tioga County Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Tioga County Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Tioga County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 607-687-8463. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Tioga County Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Tioga County?

What happens during booking in Tioga County? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Tioga County for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Tioga County Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Tioga County Jail? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Tioga County and other New York and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Tioga County Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 607-687-8463 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Tioga County Jail booking process take?

How long does the Tioga County Jail booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Tioga County Jail? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Tioga County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Tioga County Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Tioga 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 607-687-8463 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online for Tioga County Court or any other county court in New York. This information includes future court appearances.

Tioga County Jail Inmate Search

The Tioga County Jail maintains an average of 104 offenders in custody on any given day. The Tioga 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 Tioga County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,080 offenders.

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About the Tioga County Jail

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Housing up to 104 maximum security inmates, this facility uses direct supervision to encourage interaction between inmates and officers, which leads to more positive environments and a sense of teamwork within the community. Both male and female inmates are housed here, all over the age of 16, and it also accepts offenders from the state police, parole violators, and federal inmates as needed. Several programs are offered for inmates to learn new skills including family classes, addictions treatment, coping skills, connecting with the community, nutrition, job prep, goal setting, and much more. Mail: Inmate’s name, Tioga County Jail, 103 Corporate Drive, Owego, New York 13827 Inmate Accounts: money can be added to the account of an inmate through the kiosk in the lobby, via mail, or accesscorrections.com. Visitation: visiting is permitted for those on the approved visitors list and the hours are Monday and Wednesday from 5pm to 6pm and 7pm to 8pm.

Jail (Main): 607-687-8463

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How does the booking process work at Tioga County Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Tioga County Jail 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 Tioga County Jail 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.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 607-687-8463.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Tioga County Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Tioga County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Tioga County Jail in Owego 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 607-687-8463 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
A licensed bail bondsman in Tioga County can assist with payment.
Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral.

For more information on the bail process in Tioga County, New York, visit the Tioga County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Tioga County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

103 Corporate Drive
Owego, NY 13827
607-687-8463

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
Visitors are required to schedule visits prior to arrival. To schedule a visit, call 607-687-8463 Monday - Thursday between 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
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 VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 607-687-8463 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

INMATES	DAY	TIMES
CHARLIE	MON	5:00-6:00PM
DELTA	MON	7:00-8:00PM
ALPHA	TUE	5:00-6:00PM
BRAVO	TUE	7:00-8:00PM
DELTA	WED	5:00-6:00PM
CHARLIE	WED	7:00-8:00PM
BRAVO	THU	5:00-6:00PM
ALPHA	THU	7:00-8:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Tioga County Jail, 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. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

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 Tioga County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Tioga County Jail follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select New York, then select Tioga County Jail, 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 Tioga County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail?

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
Pin Debit - This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
Voicemail - You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Tioga County Jail, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Tioga County Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail, and what can I send them?

Tioga County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Tioga County Jail 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 Tioga County Jail 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#
Tioga County Jail
103 Corporate Drive
Owego, New York 13827

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tioga County Jail
103 Corporate Drive
Owego, New York 13827

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 Tioga County Jail 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 Tioga County Jail 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#
Tioga County Jail
103 Corporate Drive
Owego, New York 13827

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Tioga County Jail contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select New York.
3. Select Tioga County Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Tioga County Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Tioga County Jail's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.

*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tioga County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Tioga County Jail follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select New York, then select Tioga County Jail, 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 Tioga County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Tioga County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tioga County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 607-687-8463 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Tioga County Jail? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Tioga County Jail Information

How does the booking process work at Tioga County Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Tioga County?

Tioga County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Tioga County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tioga County

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail by Phone

Tioga County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Tioga County Jail contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tioga County

Search for an Inmate in Tioga County

Tioga County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Tioga County

Tioga County Jail Information

How does the booking process work at Tioga County Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Tioga County?

Tioga County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Tioga County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tioga County

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Tioga County Jail by Phone

Tioga County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Tioga County Jail contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tioga County

Search for an Inmate in Tioga County

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