Meigs County Jail
Meigs County Jail
Day or night, you can get inmate information from the 60-bed Meigs County Jail by calling 740-992-3371.
Misdemeanor and felony arrests made in this county are brought to this facility, where the arrestee goes through booking and processing. When the charges require it, the person is held until they are released on bond, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
The inmate search tool lets you browse the roster of people who have been arrested and remain in custody.
If found guilty, inmates with sentences of less than one year serve their time here. Those with longer sentences serve their time in the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page explains how to use the jail roster, how to reach the facility, and how inmate services work, including visitation hours and policies, inmate accounts, mail, inmate calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail, and commissary.
You’ll often be asked for the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, so save it once you find it. If you can’t locate it online, call Meigs County Jail at 740-992-3371.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Meigs 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 740-992-3371 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Meigs County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Meigs County Jail Inmate Search
The Meigs County Jail maintains an average of 60 offenders in custody on any given day. The Meigs 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 Meigs County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,200 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe original Meigs County Jail was built in 1963 and has been added to over the years, increasing the current size to a 60 bed capacity. To manage and run the facility there is a staff of 11 corrections officers with a doctor and a full time nurse to care for the detainees.
On an average day there will be around 50 inmates in the facility, and this varies throughout the year and changes based on many factors. To provide the best chances of successful reintegration there are several programs available at the facility including a GED class for those who need to finish high school, mental health care, church services once a week, and more.
To properly house each of the inmates and ensure that safety can be maintained around the clock, it has been built in 4 different blocks of cells. There is one cell block for the women, and the remaining three are for the men. This allows for the men to be separated as needed for minimum security, maximum security, and medium security, or for maintaining a block for isolating those who may be at risk for violence.
Both those who are arrested and charged locally as well as those who are facing state or federal charges can be held in this jail. Inmates are permitted visits once a week on Wednesday 7-8:30pm or Sunday 1-3pm.
- Jail (Main): 740-992-3371
- Sheriff: 740-992-3371
What should you know about the booking process at Meigs County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Meigs County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Meigs County Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Meigs County Jail at 740-992-3371.
Steps to pay bail in Meigs County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Meigs County Jail in Pomeroy for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 740-992-3371.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 740-992-3371).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Meigs County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Meigs County, Ohio, visit the Meigs County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Meigs County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Meigs County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
Meigs County Jail / Holding
104 E 2nd St
Pomeroy, OH 45769
740-992-3371
Prior to planning a visit to the Meigs County Sheriff's facility in Pomeroy, you must be formally cleared on the inmate's approved visitor directory. Inmates submit these names at intake, and staff will not accommodate visitors whose names are omitted from this record.
Because Meigs County operates holding facilities and coordinates detention boarding with Washington or Gallia County, phone the office at 740-992-3371 to check the inmate's specific visitation hours. Sessions depend heavily on inmate housing assignments, male versus female housing divisions, and the initial letter of the inmate's surname.
Adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID at check-in. The jail maintains a strict dress code: no transparent clothing, bare shoulders, short bottoms, or offensive text. All personal effects including handbags, mobile devices, and keys must remain locked in your car.
Underage children must be accompanied by an approved parent or legal guardian at all times.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 1:00PM - 3:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00PM - 8:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Meigs County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Meigs County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Meigs County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Meigs County Jail?
Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Meigs 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 Meigs 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#
Meigs County Jail
104 E. 2nd Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
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 740-992-3371 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Meigs County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
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Collect Calls
- Almost every jail, including Meigs County Jail, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
- Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.
Direct Calls
- Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
- To find out about Meigs County Jail phone services, call 740-992-3371 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
- Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Meigs County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Meigs County Jail, and what can I send them?
Meigs County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Meigs County Jail 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 Meigs County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Meigs County Jail
104 E. 2nd Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
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 Meigs County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Meigs County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Meigs 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 Meigs 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#
Meigs County Jail
104 E. 2nd Street
Pomeroy, OH 45769
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 740-992-3371 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Meigs County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Meigs 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 Meigs County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Meigs 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 Meigs County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 740-992-3371 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Meigs County?
The Meigs County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Meigs County: Chester, Middleport, Pomeroy, Racine and Syracuse.