Lincoln County Jail

To search for an inmate in the Lincoln 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 605-764-5651 for the information you are looking for.

Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

The Lincoln County Jail maintains an average of 100 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lincoln 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 Lincoln County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 17,800 offenders.

Steps to pay bail in Lincoln County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Lincoln County Jail in Canton 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 605-764-5651.

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 605-764-5651).
• Licensed bail bond agents in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County, South Dakota, visit the Lincoln County Jail Bail Page.

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

Lincoln County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Lincoln County Sheriff
128 North Main Street
Canton, SD 57013-1708
605-764-5651

• 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 605-764-5651 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.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

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

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Lincoln County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Lincoln County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

• Bring money to the jail in person. 
• The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

• Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
• Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
• Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & File ID#
Lincoln County Jail
128 North Main Street
Canton, SD 57013-1708


Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 605-764-5651 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

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

Collect Calls

• Almost every jail, including Lincoln County Jail, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
• Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.

Direct Calls

• Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
• To find out about Lincoln County Jail phone services, call 605-764-5651 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
• Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Lincoln County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Lincoln County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

• Bring money to the jail in person. 
• The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail

• Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person.
• Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
• Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & File ID#
Lincoln County Jail
128 North Main Street
Canton, SD 57013-1708


Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 605-764-5651 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lincoln County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Lincoln County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lincoln County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 605-764-5651 for further assistance.

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

Lincoln County County Jails

Lincoln County Juvenile Facilities

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