Butler County Corrections Center
Butler County Corrections Center
The 900-bed Butler County Corrections Center offers inmate information over the phone 24 hours a day at 513-785-1345.
This facility is the first stop for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. Everyone goes through booking and processing, and those who are held stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is finished.
You can search for current inmates using the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their time at this jail. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, reach the facility, and use services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
The inmate’s jail ID or booking number is required for many services, so save it. If it’s not online, call Butler County Corrections Center at 513-785-1345.
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Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Butler County Corrections 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 513-785-1345 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Butler County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Butler County Corrections Center Inmate Search
The Butler County Corrections Center maintains an average of 900 offenders in custody on any given day. The Butler County Corrections 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 Butler County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 21,120 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessLocated in the City of Hamilton, Ohio, the Butler County Corrections Center is the local jail for the area. It offers full booking and classification services for those who are arrested and awaiting bond and preliminary trials, as well as the local ICE program.
Inmates in the Butler County Jail are classified as temporary if they are to be transferred soon, minimum security or other security levels, as well as female inmates being separated from male inmates, and segregation for those who are a danger to their own safety or the safety of others.
A medical unit is present to care for any inmates who become ill or injured during their stay. It operates full time around the clock to care for the health and wellbeing of the inmates. A part time dentist cares for the dental needs while an on call doctor and team of fulltime nurses are available for regular and emergency care.
Upon arrival a medical screening is conducted so that all necessary medication can be prescribed and accessed. Crisis intervention is also available for those who require mental health support during the stressful time of an arrest and detainment.
VIsiting hours for inmates with last names A through J are Saturdays and K through Z on Sundays, with times including 9-11am, 1-5pm, and 7-9pm. Thursday Trustees can have additional visits from 7-9pm.
All the information about inmate services, such as phone calling, mailing an inmate, money and commissary deposits can be found below.
- Jail (Main): 513-785-1345
- Administration: 513-785-1000
- Dispatch: 513-785-1300
- Juvenile: 513-887-3317
- Prosecutor: 513-887-3474
- Public Defender: 513-887-3540
- Sheriff: 513-785-1000
The booking process explained for Butler County Corrections Center
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Butler County Corrections Center. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Butler County Corrections Center include:
- Identification verification.
- Taking mugshots.
- Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
- Possible DNA sample collection.
- A full-body search.
- Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
- Providing a phone call.
To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 513-785-1345.
What are the bail options in Butler County after an arrest?
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Butler County Corrections Center in Hamilton for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 513-785-1345 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
- A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 513-785-1345.
- Licensed bail bond agencies in Butler County can provide assistance.
- Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.
For more information about bail in Butler County, Ohio, see the Butler County Corrections Center Bail Guide.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center? What is the Schedule?
Butler County Corrections Center Inmate Visitation Schedule
All Inmates whose last name begins with A – J:
Saturday
9:00 am – 11:00 am
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
All Inmates whose last name begins with K – Z:
Sunday
9:00 am – 11:00 am
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Additional Trusty Visitation
Thursday
Both Facilities
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Each inmate shall be permitted a thirty (30) minute visit on their designated visitation day, unless circumstances dictate temporary suspension of Inmate Visitation.
Inmates are allowed up to three (3) people on their visitation list.
Butler County Corrections Center uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Butler County Corrections Center
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center?
Butler County Corrections Center on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
705 Hanover Street
Hamilton, OH 45011
513-785-1345
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
- All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
- On Site video visitation is available at no cost.
- A video visit lasts 20 minutes.
- Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
- All rules set forth for non-contact visitation shall be adhered to when using the video visitation system.
- Any lewd, profane or inappropriate behavior shall result in loss of video visitation privileges for the visitor and/or inmate.
- Each inmate is permitted a maximum of three on site visitors per session.
- Visitation sign-up is limited and on a first-come first serve basis.
- Visitors are encouraged to go online and reserve a visitation time. Purchased visitation minutes are not transferable.
- An adult must accompany all visitors who are under 17 years of age. Children must be monitored at all times.
- Visitors are not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them into the visitation area other than their picture ID and/or a set of keys unless otherwise allowed by the jail.
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION - * NOTE: Each inmate is assigned one day a week for on-site visits. Check with them for their specific day, then book a time online with Inmate Sales.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
Butler County Corrections Center Remote Inmate Video Visitation
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Remote Visits are $0.20 per minute.
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| MONDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center?
There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Butler County Corrections Center, 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 Butler County Corrections Center 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 Butler County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Butler County Corrections Center follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Ohio, then select Butler County Corrections Center, 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 Butler County Corrections Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center?
How Do Inmates in Butler County Corrections Center Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Butler County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Butler County Corrections Center uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Butler County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Butler County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center, and what can I send them?
Butler County Corrections Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Butler County Corrections Center whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Butler County Corrections 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#
Butler County Sheriff’s Office
705 Hanover Street
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butler County Sheriff’s Office
705 Hanover Street
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
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
Ask the Butler County Corrections Center whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Butler County Corrections Center standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Butler County Corrections Center whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butler County Sheriff’s Office
705 Hanover Street
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
Butler County Corrections Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Butler County Corrections 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 Butler County Corrections Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Butler County Sheriff’s Office
705 Hanover Street
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
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 Butler County Corrections Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center, and what can I purchase?
Butler County Corrections Center contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.
Access Securepak's catalog groups items into categories such as:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Ohio.
3. Select Butler County Corrections Center.
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 Butler County Corrections Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. 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 Butler County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Butler County Corrections Center follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Ohio, then select Butler County Corrections Center, 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 Butler County Corrections Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Butler County Corrections Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Butler County Corrections Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Butler County Corrections Center now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and 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.
- Job Search - 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:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
Butler County Corrections Center now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Butler County Corrections Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-785-1345 for further assistance.
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