Waupaca County Jail
Waupaca County Jail
For inmate information, the 320-bed Waupaca County Jail can be reached at 715-256-4545 24 hours a day.
This facility conducts booking and processing for all misdemeanor and felony arrests in the county. Inmates whose charges require detention remain here until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are held through the end of their trial.
The inmate search tool gives you access to the list of people currently in custody.
Those serving a sentence of less than one year serve it at this jail. Those with a sentence of a year or longer are transferred to the Wisconsin State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page gives you information about the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate’s account, mail an inmate, receive phone calls, use voicemail, send emails and texts, rent tablets, post bail, and purchase commissary.
Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, as it’s commonly needed for mail. If you can’t locate it online, call Waupaca County Jail at 715-256-4545.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Waupaca 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 715-256-4545 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up the Criminal Court case of an offender in this county, online.
Waupaca County Jail Inmate Search
The Waupaca County Jail maintains an average of 320 offenders in custody on any given day. The Waupaca 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 Waupaca County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,400 offenders.
The following charts of Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 lessThe Waupaca County Sheriff Office is responsible for the care and management of the 320-bed Waupaca County Jail and maintains a safe and secure environment for all inmates, on felony or misdemeanor charges, to await their trial or serve a short sentence often under one year.
During incarceration, the focus is on providing programs and activities to keep inmates busy and engaged, learning new skills and developing current ones, preparing them for life after their release.
With a top capacity of 320 inmates, the Waupaca County Jail provides detention services for both male and female inmates and accepts offenders arrested by any local law enforcement as well as convicted felons who are in the process of transfer to the state prison, and 'spillover' inmates from Portage County and Wood County as needed.
To meet the needs of the community it provides all levels of security, minimum, medium, and maximum, along with a disciplinary unit, and it has GED classes, substance use counseling, religious programming, healthcare, and an inmate worker program.
For questions or concerns about an inmate they are listed online https://www.waupacacounty-wi.gov/Sheriff/CURRENT_INMATE_LIST.pdf and staff can answer basic questions about bail, status, and visits, at 715-256-4545.
Inmate workers are able to maintain jobs during their entire length of incarceration.
Mail is permitted and is delivered by the US Postal Service each weekday to the inmate at the facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
... where staff will check for contraband before it is permitted into the common areas or cells.
Their commissary account and their general money account for other purchases and necessities can be funded online by those who are not incarcerated.
Phone accounts are necessary for funding phone calls, and this will also provide access to e-messages.
Any visitors must be pre-approved and on their visitor list, with visits being via video through an online account. Visits must be scheduled and approved at least 24 hours in advance, and will be 30 minutes in length, with up to 2 remote visits for each inmate every day.
Any onsite visits must be booked in advance and are available on the following schedule: Males Wednesday & Thursday 7pm-9pm and Sunday 2pm-4pm. Females Wednesday & Thursday 6pm-7pm and Sunday 1pm-2pm.
- Jail (Main): 715-256-4545
- Sheriff: 715-258-4466
What should you know about the booking process at Waupaca County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Waupaca County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Waupaca County Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Waupaca County Jail at 715-256-4545.
Steps to pay bail in Waupaca County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Waupaca County Jail in Waupaca 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 715-256-4545.
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 715-256-4545).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Waupaca 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 Waupaca County, Wisconsin, visit the Waupaca County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Waupaca County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Waupaca County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
1402 East Royalton Street
Waupaca, WI 54981
715-256-4545
- 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 715-256-4545 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.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 715-256-4545 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM |
| MONDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| TUESDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
| SATURDAY | NO ON SITE VISITS |
Waupaca County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Waupaca County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Waupaca County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Waupaca County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
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Waupaca County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Remote visits are charged a fee of $12.95 for a 30 minute visit.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 715-256-4545 for questions or appointments.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Waupaca County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
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Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 & Inmate ID #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
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 715-256-4545 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Waupaca County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Waupaca County Jail?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Waupaca County Jail
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 Waupaca County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Waupaca County Jail, and what can I send them?
Waupaca County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Waupaca County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Waupaca 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 #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
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 Waupaca 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 Waupaca County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Waupaca County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
Waupaca County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Waupaca 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 Waupaca County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
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 Waupaca County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Waupaca County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Waupaca 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 Waupaca 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 & Inmate ID #
Waupaca County Jail
1402 E. Royalton St.
Waupaca, WI 54981
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 715-256-4545 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Waupaca County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Waupaca County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Waupaca County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
- Send a text Message - 1 stamp
- Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
- Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
- Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
- Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
- Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
- Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
- Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
- When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
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Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Waupaca County Jail
To send a text or email message to a Waupaca County inmate, do the following:
Waupaca County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Waupaca County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Waupaca County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Waupaca County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Waupaca County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Waupaca County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Waupaca County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Waupaca County Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Waupaca County Jail.
Questions:
- By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- By email - tablets@securustech.net
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Waupaca County Jail
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Waupaca County follow these instructions:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your Waupaca County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
- Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- Email - tablets@securustech.net
For all Waupaca County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Waupaca County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 715-256-4545 for further assistance.
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