Brule County Jail
Brule County Jail
For inmate information at any hour of the day or night, call the 20-bed Brule County Jail at 605-234-4443.
When someone is arrested in this county for a misdemeanor or felony, they are taken to this jail for booking and processing. If the charges call for it, they stay here until they post bond, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered held until their trial is resolved.
To see who is currently being held, check the facility’s roster with the inmate search tool.
A sentence of less than one year is served here in the county jail. Anyone sentenced to more than a year is sent to the South Dakota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page you’ll find how to search the official jail roster, directions to the jail, and details on inmate services, including the visitation schedule and rules, putting money on an inmate’s account, sending letters, inmate phone calls, voicemail, email and text messaging, tablet rentals, posting bail, and ordering commissary.
Write down the inmate’s booking number or jail ID as soon as you find it, since you’ll often need it to send mail or set up communication. If it isn’t listed online, call Brule County Jail at 605-234-4443 and ask for it.
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To search for an inmate in the Brule 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 605-234-4443 for the information you are looking for.
Brule County Jail Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Brule County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
The Brule County Jail maintains an average of 20 offenders in custody on any given day. The Brule 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 Brule County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 400 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThese counties also house inmates at the Brule County Jail: Jerauld County, Buffalo County
Chamberlain, SD is the home of the Brule County Jail, which is located at the same address as the sheriff’s office and is operated by the sheriff and his staff. The jail also houses inmates from cities and other counties that surround the area including Brule, Buffalo, Lyman, Aurora, BIA and more. The jail is supervised around the clock and the sheriff has staff available to respond to emergencies both within the jail and around the community at any time of day or night. The mailing address to reach either the offices or an inmate who is incarcerated at the location is 201 W. Kellam Ave., Chamberlain, SD 57325. Inmates are also permitted access to phones to contact their friends and family not only shortly after their arrest but also on each day that they remain incarcerated. This helps to maintain the sense of community and keeps their connections with their loved ones strong to support them both while they are incarcerated and when they have finished their sentences and are released back into the community. Visits are also permitted and can occur during all of the visitation hours of Wednesday 7pm to 8pm an don Saturdays from 4pm until 5pm. Those who are under 18 years old are not permitted to visit anyone in the jail, even with supervision of a parent or guardian.
- Jail (Main): 605-234-4443
- Sheriff: 605-234-4443
Booking process details at Brule County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Brule County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Brule County Jail typically involves the following steps:
- Identifying the individual.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Conducting a full-body search.
- Confiscating personal property.
- Allowing a phone call.
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 605-234-4443.
How to post bail for a loved one in Brule County
Once booked at Brule County Jail in Chamberlain, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 605-234-4443.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
- Cash bonds are settled in full at the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and card payments are often available at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail can be reached at 605-234-4443.
- Licensed bail bondsmen in Brule County can assist with the process.
- Many courts accept land or a house as bond collateral; the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the property.
For more details on the bail process in Brule County, South Dakota, visit the Brule County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Brule County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Brule County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
201 West Kellam Ave.
Chamberlain, SD 57325
605-234-4443
- 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 605-234-4443 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- No one under the age of 18 is permitted.
- 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 605-234-4443 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| WEDNESDAY | 7:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 4:00PM - 5:00PM |
FEES
Texting Costs
$0.09/message sent or received
Phone Call Costs
In State - $0.25/minute + applicable taxes + Telecommunications Relay Service Fund + FCC Rate Additive
State to State - $0.21/minute + applicable taxes + Federal Universal Service Fund + Telecommunications Relay Service Fund + FCC Rate Additive
International - $0.80/minute + applicable taxes + Federal Universal Service Fund + Telecommunications Relay Service Fund + FCC Rate Additive
Video Call Costs
$0.25/minute + applicable taxes
Brule County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for video (visit) phone calls and for emailing/texting to inmates.
Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if devices are available.
Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy. Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones. Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brule County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Brule County Jail?
Video session rates for Brule County Jail are listed when you schedule through Reliance, so check the total before confirming. For a disputed video charge, contact Reliance first, then the jail if needed.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brule County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Brule County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brule County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Brule County Jail?
Per-minute call rates for Brule County Jail are shown in the Reliance account before any call is paid for, and Reliance customer service at 1-800-896-3201 answers billing questions about a charge.
How Do Inmates in Brule County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To set up your Brule County inmate to make phone calls to you and others, follow these instructions:
- Register and set up a new account with RELIANCE Telephone, or log in if you already have an account.
- Review your communication options and choose a plan.
- Select Brule County Jail, then select your inmate who you will be funding.
For all the information you need in order to receive phone calls from your Brule County inmate, or to assist them in making calls to others, including instructions, fees, cost of calls, payment methods and times that your inmate can use the phone, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when discussing sensitive information about their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brule County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Brule County Jail, and what can I send them?
Brule County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Brule County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Brule County 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 Full Name & Inmate ID #
Brule County Jail
201 W. Kellam Ave.
Chamberlain, SD 57325
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Brule County Jail
201 W. Kellam Ave.
Chamberlain, SD 57325
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 Brule County 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 Brule County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Brule County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Brule County Jail
201 W. Kellam Ave.
Chamberlain, SD 57325
Brule County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Brule County 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 Brule County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Brule County Jail
201 W. Kellam Ave.
Chamberlain, SD 57325
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 Brule County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Brule 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 Brule County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Brule County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Brule County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for emailing/texting to inmates.
Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy.
- Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
- Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.
How Do Inmates in Brule County Jail Send and Receive Texts and Emails?
To set up your Brule County inmate to make to send and receive texts and emails to you and others, follow these instructions:
- Register and set up a new account with RELIANCE Telephone, or log in if you already have an account.
- Review your communication options and choose the option for sending secure messages.
- Select Brule County Jail, then select your inmate who you will be funding.
For all the information you need in order to send and receive texts and emails from your Brule County inmate, or to assist them in sending and receiving secure messages to and from others, including instructions, fees, cost of each message, tablet rentals, payment methods and times that your inmate can send messages, check out our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: All of your communication with your inmate will be monitored and recorded. Use discretion when communicating sensitive information about their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brule County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Brule County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Brule County Jail uses the services of Reliance Telephone for video (visit) phone calls and for emailing/texting to inmates.
Note: This option may not be available for your inmate. When registering, check to see if tablets are available.
- Known as the 'Reliance Inmate Wallet', it makes funding jail communication easy.
- Payments made into an 'Inmate Wallet' account are linked to a dedicated telephone number for inmates who rent one of their Reliance Tablet Phones.
- Inmate Wallet funds can be used for personal inmate text messaging, voice calls and video calls.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brule County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-234-4443 for further assistance.
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