Dewey County Jail

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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:
Dewey County Jail
Timber Lake, SD

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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

How booking works at Dewey County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Dewey County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Dewey County Jail:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Dewey County Jail at 605-865-3330.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate 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.

The Dewey County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Dewey County: Eagle Butte, Firesteel, Isabel and Timber Lake.