Danville, IN Hendricks County Jail View
Hendricks County Jail is a county detention facility located in Danville, Indiana. It is operated by the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Office and serves the local court system and law enforcement agencies in Hendricks County. The facility typically holds adults who are awaiting trial, awaiting transfer, serving short county sentences, or being held on warrants or court orders. As a county jail, its role is to provide secure custody, intake, classification, housing, and transport for people involved in criminal cases in the county justice system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Hendricks County Jail
Members of the public can look for an inmate by using the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. County jail rosters typically list basic custody information such as the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, bond information when available, and current custody status. Records do not always appear immediately after an arrest because booking, identification, medical screening, and data entry can take several hours. If the person is not listed right away, check again later or contact the facility for guidance. Information can change as charges are updated, bond is posted, or the person is released or transferred.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Hendricks County Jail?
Visitation rules, schedules, and sign-up procedures are set by the facility and may depend on the inmate’s housing unit and custody status. Check the official visitation information or call ahead before traveling, because visits may require advance scheduling and can be changed for security reasons.
What do I need to bring when visiting Hendricks County Jail?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID and must follow all dress code and conduct rules. Minors usually must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and personal items may be restricted inside the visiting area.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates are typically able to make outgoing calls through the facility’s approved phone or video service provider. Family and friends may need to create an account, add funds, and follow the provider’s rules for scheduling or accepting calls.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full name and any required booking or identification number, along with the facility’s mailing address. All mail is subject to inspection, and items such as cash, prohibited materials, or packages not approved by the facility may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to purchase approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies if they have money in their account. Funds are usually deposited through an approved kiosk, website, phone service, or other method listed by the facility.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Hendricks County Jail?
Bail is set by the court according to the charge, court rules, and the person’s case status. Bond may be posted through the approved method used here, which can include cash, surety bond through a licensed bondsman, or other court-approved options.
What happens during the intake process at Hendricks County Jail and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff usually confirm identity, record booking information, complete screening, inventory property, and assign housing. It can take several hours for the person to appear in the inmate system, so records may not be searchable immediately after arrest.