Eaton Jail
Eaton Jail
Day or night, you can get inmate information from the 30-bed Eaton Jail by calling 937-456-5531.
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 Eaton Jail at 937-456-5531.
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To search for an inmate in the Eaton 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 937-456-5531 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Preble County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
The Eaton Jail maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Eaton 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 Preble County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,980 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow booking works at Eaton Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Eaton Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Eaton Jail:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Eaton Jail at 937-456-5531.
Paying bail for someone in Preble County
After being arrested and booked into Eaton Jail in Eaton, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 937-456-5531 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 937-456-5531.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Preble County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Preble County, Ohio, visit the Eaton Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Eaton Jail? What is the Schedule?
Eaton Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
328 North Maple Street
Eaton, OH 45320
937-456-5531
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 937-456-5531 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- 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 937-456-5531 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Eaton Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Eaton Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Eaton Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Eaton 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 Eaton Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Eaton Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Eaton Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Eaton Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Eaton 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 Eaton Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-456-5531 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Preble County?
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⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Preble County?
The Eaton Jail serves the following cities and towns of Preble County: Camden, College Corner, Eaton, Eldorado, Gratis, Lewisburg, New Paris, Somerville, West Alexandria and West Elkton.