Van Wert County Correctional Facility

Van Wert County Correctional Facility Inmate Services Information

Phone: 419-238-2464

Physical Address:
204 N. Washington Street
Van Mert, OH 45891

How Do You Find Someone in the Van Wert County Correctional Facility?

To search for an inmate in the Van Wert County Correctional 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 419-238-2464 for the information you are looking for.

Van Wert County Correctional Facility Inmate Search

Van Wert County maintains an average of 122 inmates in custody on any given day (in all jails combined). The jails have a weekly turnover of 55% of their population. Every year Van Wert County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,440 offenders.

The following charts of Van Wert County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for 5/28/2023. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from Van Wert County, the state of Ohio, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records.

For complete information on how to bond, visit, mail, send and receive email, receive phone calls, send money or commissary to an inmate, find information in this and other counties, and view the Most Wanted Fugitives, scroll down this page.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Van Wert County and Ohio state prisons, click the button below.
Van Wert County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Van Wert County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 5/28/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 65 71.43%
Black 4 4.40%
Hispanic or Latino 7 7.69%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 4 4.40%
Asian 4 4.40%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 4 4.40%
Other 3 3.30%
Total 91 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Van Wert County Inmate Criminal Charges - 5/28/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 31 34.07%
Felony (2rd Degree) 14 15.38%
Felony (1st Degree) 9 9.89%
State Jail Felony 2 2.20%
Felony (Uncategorized) 16 17.58%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 19 20.88%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Van Wert County Inmate Sex - 5/28/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 82 90.11%
Female 9 9.89%
Total 91 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Van Wert County Inmate Age - 5/28/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 2 2.20%
18-20 3 3.30%
21-24 12 13.19%
25-30 15 16.48%
31-35 18 19.78%
36-40 13 14.29%
41-45 13 14.29%
46-50 6 6.59%
51-55 3 3.30%
56-60 3 3.30%
61-65 1 1.10%
66-75 1 1.10%
76-85 1 1.10%
Total 91 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the Van Wert County Correctional Facility
With 78 beds the Van Wert County Correctional Facility accepts both male and female detainees. It opened for the first time in 1998 and has remained open since. Several programs are offered to assist in the rehabilitation of inmates and to help prevent reoffending. Anger management, addiction counseling, parenting classes, and more are all provided to any inmate who wants to attend them. Work release is available for those who qualify, and it is strictly monitored. Some inmates are able to work in the community work crew. They are able to work in the community and around the county while being supervised by members of the Sheriff’s Office. This program helps to support the community and give back to the areas that need it, while also ensuring inmates who participate in the program get the sense of accomplishment and positive work habits. Visiting hours are Thursday 1pm to 3pm and Saturday 1pm to 3pm and 6pm to 9pm, and all visits must be scheduled in advance. Visitors must be on an approved visitors list before they can schedule a time, and must follow the rules of the visits including dress codes, not taking their cell phone or other device to visits, no personal property, and no contraband.
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Inmate Bail and Bonding

For fines, bonds and court contacts, call the Van Wert County Municipal Court at (419) 238-5767, or visit them during business hours at 124 S. Market Street in Van Wert.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Van Wert County Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?

Van Wert County Correctional Facility Inmate Video Visitation Schedule
419-238-2464

Book Visitation with CIDNET online

DAY BEGIN END
THUR 1:00 PM 3:00 PM
SAT 1:00 PM 3:00 PM
SAT 6:00 PM 9:00 PM

Van Wert County Correctional 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
Contact Customer Support

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Van Wert County Correctional Facility?

Van Wert County Correctional Facility
INMATE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
THURSDAY 1:00-3:00PM
SATURDAY 1:00-3:00PM
6:00-9:00PM
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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Van Wert County Correctional Facility?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Van Wert County Correctional Facility

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Van Wert County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Van Wert County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Van Wert County Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Van Wert County Correctional Facility

Search for JailATM services for Van Wert County Correctional Facility.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Van Wert County Correctional Facility. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Van Wert County Correctional 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

Van Wert County Correctional 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 Van Wert County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Van Wert County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose Ohio, then choose Van Wert County Correctional 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 Van Wert County Correctional Facility, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Van Wert 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 Van Wert County Correctional Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Van Wert County.


 

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Van Wert County Correctional Facility using an Online Messaging Service?

Van Wert County Correctional 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
Contact Customer Support

How to send a text or email to an inmate in Van Wert County

To send and receive secure texts or emails from an inmate housed in Van Wert 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 Van Wert County Correctional Facility, then your inmate's name.
  • Once you have completed this, the Van Wert County Correctional 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 Van Wert County, visit our full page guide

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Are there photos of the Van Wert County Correctional Facility? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Van Wert County

What are the other City and County Jails in Van Wert County?

Van Wert County County Jails
Van Wert County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Van Wert County?

Van Wert Adams Allen Mercer Auglaize Allen Putnam Paulding
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Most Wanted Fugitives

Do you have a list of Arrest Warrants, and the Most Wanted Criminals in Van Wert County, the state of Ohio and the United States?

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Van Wert County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 5/28/2023

Race Inmates % Total
White 65 71.43%
Black 4 4.40%
Hispanic or Latino 7 7.69%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 4 4.40%
Asian 4 4.40%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 4 4.40%
Other 3 3.30%
Total 91 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Van Wert County Inmate Criminal Charges - 5/28/2023

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 31 34.07%
Felony (2rd Degree) 14 15.38%
Felony (1st Degree) 9 9.89%
State Jail Felony 2 2.20%
Felony (Uncategorized) 16 17.58%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 19 20.88%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Van Wert County Inmate Sex - 5/28/2023

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 82 90.11%
Female 9 9.89%
Total 91 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Van Wert County Inmate Age - 5/28/2023

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 2 2.20%
18-20 3 3.30%
21-24 12 13.19%
25-30 15 16.48%
31-35 18 19.78%
36-40 13 14.29%
41-45 13 14.29%
46-50 6 6.59%
51-55 3 3.30%
56-60 3 3.30%
61-65 1 1.10%
66-75 1 1.10%
76-85 1 1.10%
Total 91 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Van Wert County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

This facility, known as "Van Wert County Correctional Facility" is also known as Van Wert County Jail , Van Wert County Jail , Ohio, Van Mert.