Questions about an inmate can be answered 24 hours a day by the 162-bed Seneca County Jail at 419-448-5074.
This jail books and processes everyone arrested in the county for misdemeanors and felonies. Following booking and processing, inmates may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is decided, depending on the charges.
Look up current inmates using the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to fewer than 12 months serve their sentence at this jail. Inmates sentenced to more than 12 months are sent to the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, learn about:
Keep a record of the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for mail and communication. If it’s not available online, call Seneca County Jail at 419-448-5074.
Phone: 419-448-5074
Physical Address:
3040 South State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seneca County Jail
3040 South State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Seneca County Jail
3040 South State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Seneca 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 419-448-5074 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Seneca County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Seneca County Jail Inmate Search
The Seneca County Jail maintains an average of 162 offenders in custody on any given day. The Seneca 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 Seneca County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,840 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessServing as the main holding jail for all of Seneca County, the Seneca County Jail has been improved and expanded from 62 beds in 1994 when it opened to the 122 bed facility that it now is.
With both single cells and dormitory style units, it holds all those who are arrested in the area who are arrested for a felony or misdemeanor while they wait for their trial or as they serve a short sentence under a year long.
Questions or concerns about an inmate can be directed to 419-448-5074 or looked up online.
Programming that helps the inmates achieve their GED and other educational goals are in place to help improve their reintegration after their release. All inmates are encouraged to engage in the programs that are most applicable to them and to receive visits when they can. These interactions can help maintain the feeling of community and belonging, increasing the successful reintegration and reducing the rate at which they return to jail in the future.
Tablets are used in this facility and allow for more flexible visits and the ability to send messages; this program can be accessed online.
Visits occur Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday 8:30am-10:30am, 12:30-m-2pm, and 5:30pm-9:30pm for one half hour visit per inmate each week.
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Seneca County Jail for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Seneca County Jail:
If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 419-448-5074.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Seneca County Jail in Tiffin for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Seneca County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 419-448-5074 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Seneca County Ohio, check out the Seneca County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Seneca County Jail? What is the Schedule?
3040 South State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
419-448-5074
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:30am to 10:30am 12:30pm to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 9:30pm |
| MONDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| TUESDAY | 8:30am to 10:30am 12:30pm to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 9:30pm |
| WEDNESDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| THURSDAY | 8:30am to 10:30am 12:30pm to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 9:30pm |
| FRIDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
Seneca County Jail 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 Seneca County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Seneca County Jail?
3040 South State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
419-448-5074
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:30am to 10:30am 12:30pm to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 9:30pm |
| MONDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| TUESDAY | 8:30am to 10:30am 12:30pm to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 9:30pm |
| WEDNESDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| THURSDAY | 8:30am to 10:30am 12:30pm to 2:00pm 5:30pm to 9:30pm |
| FRIDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 10:45AM 11:45AM - 4:45PM 6:30PM - 9:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seneca County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Seneca County Jail?
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
Seneca County Jail 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 Seneca County Jail 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#
Seneca County Jail
3040 South State Route 100
Tiffin, OH 44883
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.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Seneca County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Seneca County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Seneca County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seneca County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Seneca County Jail?
To register and sign up for a phone account with CIDNET Inmate Phone Service, follow the instructions below:
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 Seneca 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 Seneca County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Seneca 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 Seneca County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Seneca County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seneca County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Seneca County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
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
To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Seneca County follow these instructions:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues with Texting and Emailing an inmate in Seneca County, visit our full page guide.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seneca County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Seneca County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Here's how it works:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Seneca County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 419-448-5074 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Seneca County?
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