McKean County Prison
McKean County Prison
You can call the 69-bed McKean County Prison 24 hours a day for inmate information at 814-887-2333.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the Pennsylvania State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call McKean County Prison at 814-887-2333 for assistance.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the McKean County Prison, 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 814-887-2333 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Criminal Court Case online in McKean County or any other county in Pennsylvania.
McKean County Prison Inmate Search
The McKean County Prison maintains an average of 69 offenders in custody on any given day. The McKean County Prison 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 McKean County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,380 offenders.
The following charts of McKean County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the McKean County Corrections Department, the state of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in McKean County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for McKean County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessAs the COVID pandemic eased many things returned to their state from before the outbreak. At the McKean County Prison this shift was seen first in the move away from two free video visits each week and back to allowing an in person visit each week.
The prison is operated by the sheriff’s office, where they also process gun permits, fingerprinting for background checks, and hand the serving of warrants, arrests by warrant, and patrol the city of Smethport as well as the surrounding county.
Each person who is arrested in the area will be transported to the prison for their fingerprinting, mug shot, and booking process, after which they will be held until their arraignment or until bail has been paid.
While visiting is transitioning back to the usual in person visits, there is still an opportunity to access video visitation for offsite use, especially for the family members who are not easily mobile or who would need to travel a large distance to attend a visit.
Visits are permitted on Tuesdays and Saturdays and are between the hours of 1 pm and 4 pm and 5:30 pm and 8 pm on both days, with a break for supper from 4 until 5:30. All visits are scheduled in advance through IC Solutions. This program offers registration of visitors, booking of visits, and operates the phone accounts of inmates allowing for money to be added to their accounts at the website.
There are kiosks located in the lobby that allow deposits to be made to the inmate's commissary, allowing them to purchase additional or replacement clothing items, personal hygiene items and more.
Family may only drop off underclothing that is white and in its original packing and a wedding ring for the inmate, the rest of their needs will be provided for or purchased through the commissary.
To add money to the phone or commissary accounts the websites accesscorrections.com or icsolutions may be accessed from anywhere at any time of day or night.
- Jail (Main): 814-887-2333
- Public Defender: 814-887-3316
What should you know about the booking process at McKean County Prison?
Once arrested, the person is taken to McKean County Prison for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at McKean County Prison include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact McKean County Prison at 814-887-2333.
Steps to pay bail in McKean County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to McKean County Prison in Smethport for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 814-887-2333.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 814-887-2333).
- Licensed bail bond agents in McKean County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in McKean County, Pennsylvania, visit the McKean County Prison Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the McKean County Prison? What is the Schedule?
McKean County Prison ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
17013 Rt. 6
Smethport, PA 16749
814-887-2333
- 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 814-887-2333 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 814-887-2333 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| TUESDAY | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM |
McKean County Prison uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
- Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
- Select your Inmate.
- Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
- Schedule a Visit.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
- IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
• Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• McKean County Prison can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
McKean County Prison uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
- Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
- Select your Inmate.
- Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
- Schedule a Visit.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
- IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
• Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• McKean County Prison can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McKean County Prison’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the McKean County Prison?
McKean County Prison uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
- Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
- Select your Inmate.
- Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
- Schedule a Visit.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
- IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
• Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• McKean County Prison can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McKean County Prison’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the McKean County Prison?
There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at McKean County Prison, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.
Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the McKean County Prison whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in McKean County
To send commissary money to an inmate in McKean County Prison follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Pennsylvania, then select McKean County Prison, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for McKean County Prison.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McKean County Prison’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
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How Do Inmates in McKean County Prison Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in McKean County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- McKean County Prison uses the services of IC Solutions.
- Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407.
- Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Families and friends of McKean County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in McKean County.
- Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with McKean County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 McKean County Prison’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the McKean County Prison, and what can I send them?
McKean County Prison Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the McKean County Prison whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The McKean County Prison 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#
McKean County Jail
17013 Route 6
Smethport, PA 16749
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McKean County Jail
17013 Route 6
Smethport, PA 16749
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 McKean County Prison 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 McKean County Prison standards will be disposed of.
Ask the McKean County Prison whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McKean County Jail
17013 Route 6
Smethport, PA 16749
McKean County Prison Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the McKean County Prison 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 McKean County Prison:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
McKean County Jail
17013 Route 6
Smethport, PA 16749
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 McKean County Prison’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
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How to Send Money to an Inmate in McKean County
To send commissary money to an inmate in McKean County Prison follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Pennsylvania, then select McKean County Prison, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for McKean County Prison.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McKean County Prison’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the McKean County Prison using an Online Messaging Service?
How Do Inmates in McKean County Prison Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in McKean County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- McKean County Prison uses the services of IC Solutions.
- Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407.
- Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Families and friends of McKean County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in McKean County.
- Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with McKean County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 McKean County Prison’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the McKean County Prison have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask McKean County Prison whether IC Solutions tablet rentals are available to inmates there.
IC Solutions 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. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription.
- IC Solutions shows the subscription price, billing dates and any fees before you pay.
- Ask IC Solutions how soon your inmate will get the tablet after you pay.
Ask McKean County Prison whether IC Solutions tablet rentals are available to inmates there.
IC Solutions 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. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription.
- IC Solutions shows the subscription price, billing dates and any fees before you pay.
- Ask IC Solutions how soon your inmate will get the tablet after you pay.
For more information about IC Solutions and their tablet program, including availability, price, benefits and more, check out our Inmate Tablet page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about McKean County Prison’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 814-887-2333 for further assistance.
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