Putnam County Adult Detention Facility

To search for an inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, 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 419-523-3407 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Putnam County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Search

The Putnam County Adult Detention Facility maintains an average of 76 offenders in custody on any given day. The Putnam County Adult Detention Facility 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 Putnam County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,640 offenders.

Paying bail for someone in Putnam County

After being arrested and booked into Putnam County Adult Detention Facility in Ottawa, 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 419-523-3407 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 419-523-3407.
• Licensed bail bond agents in Putnam 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 Putnam County, Ohio, visit the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility Bail FAQ.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

• Each inmate is permitted two (2) visitors and twenty (20) minutes of visitation each Sunday and again on Wednesday.
• A maximum of two (2) visitors and two (2) dependent children may visit during a visitation session.

SUNDAY INMATE VISITATION TIMES

WEDNESDAY INMATE VISITATION TIMES

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility uses CIDNET for Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.




Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility?

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

• Each inmate is permitted two (2) visitors and twenty (20) minutes of visitation each Sunday and again on Wednesday.
• A maximum of two (2) visitors and two (2) dependent children may visit during a visitation session.

SUNDAY INMATE VISITATION TIMES

WEDNESDAY INMATE VISITATION TIMES

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility?

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Putnam County Adult Detention Facility uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - 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 and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
1035 Heritage Trail
Ottawa, OH 45875

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Putnam County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Putnam County Adult Detention Facility follow these steps:

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• Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Putnam County.
• After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
• Choose Ohio, then choose Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate.
• Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in  Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
• If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in  Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Putnam County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility?

How to Make and Receive Phone Calls and Video Phone Calls from an Inmate in Putnam County

To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
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• Type in your Email, Time Zone and First & Last Name of your Putnam County Adult Detention Facility inmate.
  1. Click the Create Account button.
  2. Read the Terms of Use, then click Agree.
  3. Login to your email and open the CIDNET email.
  4. In the email, click the Complete Your Verification link.
  5. Choose a Security PIN and a Password.
  6. Click the Sign In button.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Ohio, then the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility will have to give final approval for you to set up a phone account with your inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Putnam County, visit our full page guide. 

NOTE: All phone conversations are recorded. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, and what can I send them?

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Putnam County Adult Detention Facility 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#
Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
1035 Heritage Trail
Ottawa, OH 45875

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
1035 Heritage Trail
Ottawa, OH 45875

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 Putnam County Adult Detention Facility 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 Putnam County Adult Detention Facility standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility whether hardcover books are accepted.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
1035 Heritage Trail
Ottawa, OH 45875

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility 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 Putnam County Adult Detention Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
1035 Heritage Trail
Ottawa, OH 45875

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 Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Putnam County Adult Detention Facility

Search for JailATM services for Putnam County Adult Detention Facility.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Putnam County Adult Detention Facility. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Putnam County Adult Detention Facility may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Putnam County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Putnam County Adult Detention Facility follow these steps:

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• Go to JailATM, choose Ohio, then choose Putnam County Adult Detention Facility
• Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
• Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
• Select the products you want shipped to them at Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, and then input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Putnam County at any one time.
• If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in  Putnam County Adult Detention Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Putnam County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility uses CIDNET for Digital Mail Messaging between inmates and their friends and family.  
Register here.

Friends & Family Portal Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Instructions on How to Use CIDNET
CIDNET Instrucciones
CIDNET help line (choose prompt 2), also the number inmate calls come from: (888) 984-1903

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Putnam County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Putnam County follow these instructions:

• Register and create an account with CIDNET.
• 
• Choose a Security PIN and Password.
• After logging in, from the Menu, choose the state of Ohio, then the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility, then your inmate's name.
• Once you have completed this, the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility will have to give final approval for you to communicate by email with your chosen inmate.

For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Putnam County, visit our full page guide. 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Putnam County Adult Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Putnam County Adult Detention Facility may now offer CIDNET Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

CIDNET is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the 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. Fee based system.
• 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. 
• Pay for the subscription.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Putnam County Adult Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-523-3407 for further assistance.

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Putnam County County Jails

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