Dewey County Jail

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Dewey County

Dewey County Jail

DEWEY COUNTY HAS A JAIL FOR TEMPORARY DETENTION ONLY.  INMATES ARE TRANSPORTED TO NEIGHBORING COUNTY JAILS FOR INCARCERATION.  TO FIND AN INMATE WHO WAS ARRESTED IN DEWEY COUNTY, CALL THE DEWEY COUNTY SHERIFF AT: 605-865-3330.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the South Dakota State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 605-865-3330, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Dewey County Jail at 605-865-3330 to get it.

Phone: 605-865-3330

Physical Address:
702 'C' Street
Timber Lake, SD 57656-0340

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How Do You Find Someone in the Dewey County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Dewey 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 605-865-3330 for the information you are looking for.

Dewey 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 Dewey 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 605-865-3330 for further assistance.

The Dewey County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Dewey 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 Dewey County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 0 offenders.

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About the Dewey County Jail
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Dewey County Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Dewey County 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 Dewey County 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 Dewey County Jail at 605-865-3330.

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Directions / Map to the Dewey County Jail
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Dewey County

This facility, known as "Dewey County Jail" is also known as Dewey County Jail & Sheriff, Dewey County Jail & Sheriff, South Dakota, Dewey.