Middletown Jail

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Middletown Jail

The 60-bed Middletown Jail provides inmate information 24 hours a day by phone at 513-425-7700.

People arrested in this county on misdemeanor or felony charges are brought here first for booking and processing. Those who aren’t immediately released stay in custody until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered held until their trial concludes.

Want to know if someone is here? Search the facility’s roster with the inmate search tool.

After sentencing, inmates with terms under one year stay at this jail, while inmates with longer terms are transferred to the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, how to get to the jail, and how to use inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

Most communication services ask for the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, so keep it on hand. If it’s missing online, call Middletown Jail at 513-425-7700.

Phone

513-425-7700

Physical address

1 Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Name
Middletown Jail
One Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042

Other Jails and Prisons

To search for an inmate in the Middletown 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 513-425-7700 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Warren County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Middletown Jail Inmate Search

The Middletown Jail maintains an average of 60 offenders in custody on any given day. The Middletown 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 Warren County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,300 offenders.

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The City of Middletown operates the Middletown Jail and accommodates an average of 50 inmates on a daily basis. To serve meals and provide medical care, as well as other necessary tasks, the facility contracts with local companies. Inmates receive three meals a day and are fed a healthy diet of foods. A doctor and two nurses are available to treat any medical needs that arise as well as provide ongoing care for existing conditions. Visits can be booked by calling the jail after 7 am on the day of the visit to 513-425-7748. When visiting it is necessary to have government ID for admittance, and there are some items that can be dropped off for the inmate during the visitation. Items that are allowed include money if the amount is under $100, new bras or panties that are in the original package, and prescription medications can be dropped off at any time outside of visiting hours as well. Visits are for 30 minutes at a time, and inmates may have more than one visit during the week. The hours they are premited are Sunday noon to 2, Tuesday 9am to 11am, and Thursday 6:30pm to 9pm. Phone calls can be placed from the jail but not received by the jail unless there is an emergency, in which case a message can be delivered.

For complete instructions about bail, mail, phones, releases, visits and information about the inmates in custody, refer to the information in the following sections. If you still have questions call the jail at 513-425-7700. For offenders serving longer sentences, they will most likely be transferred to the Warren County Jail.

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Steps involved in booking at Middletown Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Middletown Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Middletown Jail:

  • Identification confirmation.
  • Photographs (mugshots).
  • Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
  • Potential DNA collection.
  • Conducting a physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Providing a free phone call.

For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Middletown Jail at 513-425-7700.

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How to pay bail in Warren County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Middletown Jail in Middletown, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 513-425-7700 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

  • Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 513-425-7700).
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Warren County can assist with the process.
  • An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.

For more details on the bail process in Warren County, Ohio, visit the Middletown Jail Bail Page.

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Middletown Jail? What is the Schedule?

Middletown Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1 Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042
513-425-7700

  • 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 513-425-7700 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 513-425-7700 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

Middletown Jail Inmate Visiting Hours

Sunday Noon - 2 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Thursday 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

  • You need to call the jail after 7am on the day you wish to visit at 513-425-7748 option 1.
  • When calling follow the directions given for "jail visitation." You are required to have an appointment and a picture ID for visitation.

Note: Each inmate is allowed one 30 minute session per week.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Middletown Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-425-7700 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Middletown Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Middletown Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-425-7700 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Middletown Jail?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Middletown Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Warren County follow these instructions:

Middletown Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose Ohio.
  • Choose Middletown Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your account.

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Middletown Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
  • NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
  • NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Warren County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Middletown Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-425-7700 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Middletown Jail, and what can I send them?

Middletown Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Middletown Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Middletown Jail 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 Name
Middletown Jail
One Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1 Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042



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 Middletown Jail 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 Middletown Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Middletown Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
1 Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042

Middletown Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Middletown 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 Middletown Jail:
Inmate's Name
Middletown Jail
One Donham Plaza
Middletown, OH 45042


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 Middletown Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-425-7700 for further assistance.

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What are the other City and County Jails in Warren County?

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Warren County?

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Warren County

The Middletown Jail serves the following cities and towns of Warren County: Carlisle, Corwin, Franklin, Hamilton, Kings Mills, Lebanon, Mason, Morrow, Oregonia, Springboro and Waynesville.