Holmes County Jail
Holmes County Jail
You can call the 60-bed Holmes County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 330-674-5549.
This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on their charges, inmates may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the roster of individuals currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this facility, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides details on the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s advisable to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you cannot locate it online, call Holmes County Jail at 330-674-5549 for help.
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To search for an inmate in the Holmes 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 330-674-5549 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Holmes County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Holmes County Jail Inmate Search
The Holmes County Jail maintains an average of 60 offenders in custody on any given day. The Holmes 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 Holmes County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,600 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessLocated in Holmesville Ohio, the Holmes County Jail serves the county as the local jail. This is where offenders await their arraignment or their preliminary hearing, and in some cases may serve their sentence. It opened in 1994 and has the capacity for 60 inmates. Ten of those beds are reserved for female inmates and are separate from the cells of the males.
As it is considered to be a full service jail it has people present around the clock for security, safety, medical care, and to process any new arrivals. This requires several full time employees as well as some part time employees from officers to transportation personnel, and this location contains full time medical staff as well as mental health staff.
All of the deputies who are trained for booking, receiving, and security of the jail are fully qualified deputies that can also be used to add to the local police response to any emergencies within the community.
Visitation times are set by the cell block, and it is the responsibility of the inmates to add their family or friend to their visitation list, and the responsibility of the visitor to schedule the visit within the approved time.
Visits from people who are not incarcerated can help to maintain the mental health of inmates as well as help them to plan for what they will do upon their release.
Visitation hours are set for each block, and each block has visitation on both one weekday and one weekend day. A, E, and G blocks are Saturday evening 8:30 - 9:30 and Tuesday morning 8:30 - 9:30, B and C is Sunday evening 6 - 6:45 and Tuesday morning 9:30 - 10:30, D is Sunday evening 7:30- 8:15 and Wednesday afternoon 12:30 - 1:30, H block is Saturday 7 - 7:30 pm and Wednesday 8 - 8:30 am.
- Jail (Main): 330-674-5549
- Common Please Court: 330-674-5086
- Juvenile Court: 330-674-5841
- Municipal Court: 330-674-4901
- Probation - Adult: 330-674-1121
- Prosecutor: 330-674-4841
- Sheriff: 330-674-1936
The booking process explained for Holmes County Jail
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Holmes County Jail. 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 Holmes County Jail 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 330-674-5549.
What are the bail options in Holmes County after an arrest?
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Holmes County Jail in Holmesville 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 330-674-5549 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 330-674-5549.
- Licensed bail bond agencies in Holmes 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 Holmes County, Ohio, see the Holmes County Jail Bail Guide.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Holmes County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Holmes County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
8105 Township Road 574
Holmesville, OH 44633
330-674-5549
- Visits are 15 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 330-674-5549 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per week.
- A maximum of 4 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 330-674-5549 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| BLOCK | DAYS | HOURS |
| A BLOCK | SAT | 7:00PM - 9:00PM |
| B BLOCK | SUN | 5:30PM - 6:30PM |
| C BLOCK | SAT | 6:00PM - 7:00PM |
| D BLOCK | SUN | 7:30PM - 8:30PM |
| E BLOCK | SUN | 8:30PM - 9:30PM |
| F BLOCK | SUN | 6:30PM - 7:30PM |
| G BLOCK | SAT | 1:00PM - 2:00PM |
| H BLOCK | SAT | 2:00PM - 3:00PM |
Holmes County Jail 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 Holmes County Jail
- 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 Holmes County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Holmes County Jail?
Holmes County Jail 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 Holmes County Jail
- 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.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Holmes County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Holmes County Jail?
Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Holmes County Jail
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Holmes County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
- Bring money to the jail in person.
- The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.
Option 2 - 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.
- Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
- Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Holmes County Jail
8105 Township Road 574
Holmesville, Ohio 44633
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 330-674-5549 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Holmes County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Holmes County Jail?
How Do Inmates in Holmes County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Holmes County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Holmes County Jail 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 Holmes 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 Holmes 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 Holmes County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Holmes 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 Holmes County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Holmes County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Holmes County Jail
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Holmes County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
- Bring money to the jail in person.
- The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.
Option 2 - 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.
- Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
- Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Holmes County Jail
8105 Township Road 574
Holmesville, Ohio 44633
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 330-674-5549 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Holmes County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Holmes County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Holmes County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
- First you must register, and then funds are added to the inmate's account. If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
- When an inmate gets the device they may send 5 free automated messages each day for the first three days of possession of the chirping device.
- These automated messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped who is sending the Chirps and the facility they are Chirping from.
- It will then ask them to go to a direct link to the inmate's account on the Inmate Sales website.
- The website will then instruct them to use a credit card to put money on the inmate's account.
Cost of Chirping:
- If an inmate has available funds on their chirping device they will be able to chirp any cell phone and that chirp will appear to be a normal text.
- If you wish to stop receiving Chirps from an inmate, reply to the Chirp with STOP.
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Holmes County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Holmes County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Holmes County, by creating an account.
- Select Ohio, then select Holmes County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
- If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
- NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Holmes County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
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Inmate Sales Apps
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For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Holmes County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Holmes County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Holmes County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Holmes County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Holmes County Jail 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
Holmes County Jail 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 Holmes County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 330-674-5549 for further assistance.
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Holmes County County Jails
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Nearby counties
The Holmes County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Holmes County: Berlin, Charm, Holmesville, Killbuck, Lakeville, Millersburg, Nashville and Walnut Creek.