Oneida County Jail
Oneida County Jail
You can speak with someone at the 200-bed Oneida County Jail about an inmate at any hour by calling 715-361-5180.
This facility books and processes misdemeanor and felony arrestees for the county. Once booking and processing is complete, inmates are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is resolved.
See who is currently in custody by using the inmate search tool.
Those sentenced to less than one year serve their sentence at the jail. Those sentenced to more than one year are sent to the Wisconsin State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page has information about the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Keep the inmate’s booking number or jail ID close by. It’s required for most communication. If you can’t find it online, call Oneida County Jail at 715-361-5180.
Inmate Services
Phone
715-361-5180Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Oneida County Jail
2000 East Winnebago Street
Rhinelander, WI 54501
(when sending money, put
'Attn: Finance Technician'
on the envelope)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Oneida 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 715-361-5180 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Criminal Court case of an offender in this county, online.
Oneida County Jail Inmate Search
The Oneida County Jail maintains an average of 200 offenders in custody on any given day. The Oneida 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 Oneida County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,000 offenders.
The following charts of Oneida 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 Oneida County Corrections Department, the state of Wisconsin Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Oneida 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 Oneida 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 lessLocated within the sprawling red brick building that covers an entire block and is surrounded by fencing that is the Oneida County Law Enforcement Center, the 200-bed Oneida County Jail is the only jail for the county and thus houses both misdemeanor and felony offenders for the duration of their pretrial and sentenced periods.
For each inmate the lowest security measures will be taken as based upon their assessment upon booking which includes past charges, past history of incarceration, current charges, and any medical or mental health needs that are present.
All inmates have the opportunity to access programming that will provide improved life skills, social skills, employable skills, and treatments that will improve the rates of recidivism and rehabilitation.
Some inmates will qualify for the work release program, allowing them to leave the grounds to attend their current job and return at the end of each shift to continue their sentence. By maintaining their employment that are able to continue supporting their families and will have the same jobs after their release, which increases their chances of success.
Mail can be sent directly to the Oneida County Jail and will be distributed directly after being checked for any contraband each weekday, and return mail is sent out each weekday with the post office.
In addition, an online portal permits family and friends to supply money to an inmate, so they are able to make commissary purchases and pay for phone calls.
All visits are done via video and it may take up to 48 hours for a new visitor registration to be accepted after completion. Once a new visitor has been approved, they are able to access scheduling and will be able to visit at the kiosk in the lobby for free up to 20 minutes once a week or at home for a small fee. Kiosks are open every day of the week 8am to 9pm. This program also allows for emails, text messages, and pictures.
- Jail (Main): 715-361-5180
The booking process explained for Oneida County Jail
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Oneida County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Oneida County Jail include:
- Identification verification.
- Taking mugshots.
- Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
- Possible DNA sample collection.
- A full-body search.
- Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
- Providing a phone call.
To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 715-361-5180.
What are the bail options in Oneida County after an arrest?
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Oneida County Jail in Rhinelander for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 715-361-5180 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
- A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 715-361-5180.
- Licensed bail bond agencies in Oneida County can provide assistance.
- Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.
For more information about bail in Oneida County, Wisconsin, see the Oneida County Jail Bail Guide.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Oneida County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Oneida County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
2000 East Winnebago Street
Rhinelander, WI 54501
715-361-5180
- First, register with Inmate Canteen.
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- Visits are first come, first served.
- 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 715-361-5180 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:00PM |
Oneida County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Inmate Video Visitations.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit with.
- Select the Visit option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
How to Have Remote Video Visits with an Inmate in Oneida County
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with Inmate Canteen to communicate with your Oneida County Jail inmate, follow the instructions below:
- Register and create an account with Inmate Canteen, or log in if you already have an account.
- Inmate Canteen has excellent quality video visits between your home device and a video terminal in the inmate's housing area.
- This is a fee based service.
- After you are signed in, select Wisconsin, the Oneida County Jail, thn the inmate you wish to visit.
- Select the Visit option. Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
- Direct link to How to set up a Video Visit with Inmate Canteen.
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the facility and remotely) in Oneida County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oneida County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Oneida County Jail?
Oneida County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Inmate Video Visitations.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing visitation services with an inmate:
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to visit with.
- Select the Visit option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to set up a time to visit with your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oneida County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Oneida County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Oneida County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Oneida County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Oneida County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Wisconsin, then Oneida County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
- NOTE: Oneida County Jail may at times only allow online deposits for your inmate to purchase their own commissary locally.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Oneida County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Oneida County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oneida County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
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How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Oneida County Jail
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Oneida County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Oneida County Jail, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Oneida County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oneida County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Oneida 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 Oneida County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Oneida County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Oneida County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: Oneida County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Items" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Oneida County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Oneida County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Wisconsin, then Oneida County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Oneida County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Oneida County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oneida County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Oneida County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Oneida County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Oneida County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Canteen to create an account or log in if you already have one.
- Select Wisconsin, then select Oneida County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
- Add money to your account.
- Verify your email.
- Send message.
- NOTE: All messages between you and your Oneida County inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Oneida County Jail, the costs, rules, policies and more check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Oneida County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Oneida County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Oneida 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 Oneida County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-361-5180 for further assistance.
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This facility, known as "Oneida County Jail" is also known as Oneida County Corrections Division, Oneida County Jail , Oneida County Jail , Wisconsin, Oneida.