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Milwaukee County House of Correction is a county correctional facility located in Franklin, Wisconsin. It is operated by Milwaukee County and serves as part of the county’s local detention and corrections system. The facility generally holds adult inmates, including people serving county sentences and others held under local court authority, and may also house detainees awaiting court action depending on county needs and classification. Its role is to provide secure custody, supervision, and basic inmate services for individuals ordered held by Milwaukee County courts or transferred within the county correctional system.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Milwaukee County House of Correction
Members of the public can use the official inmate search link on this page to look for someone held at the facility. County inmate rosters typically list basic custody information such as the inmate’s name, booking date, listed charges, housing or custody status, and possible release or bond information when available. Records usually become searchable only after intake and booking are completed. Processing can take several hours, so a person who was recently arrested or transferred may not appear immediately. If the online roster does not show the person, check again later or contact the facility using official contact information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Milwaukee County House of Correction?
Visits are usually scheduled in advance and may be offered in person, by video, or both depending on current facility rules. Check the official visitation schedule and rules before you go, because hours, visitor limits, and approval requirements can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting Milwaukee County House of Correction?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, or passport. Visitors should arrive on time and follow dress code, security screening, and property rules set by the facility.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may place outgoing calls through the approved phone provider. Video visits or remote calls may require an account, scheduling, and payment through the facility’s approved service.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name and any booking or ID number if available, and follow the facility’s mailing instructions. Mail is usually inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, or unapproved packages may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add money to an inmate account through the approved deposit system, subject to fees and limits.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Milwaukee County House of Correction?
Bail or bond is set by the court, not by the facility. If bond is allowed, it can usually be posted through the court or jail payment process listed by Milwaukee County, and you should confirm the amount and accepted payment methods before paying.
What happens during the intake process at Milwaukee County House of Correction and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, record charges or court orders, complete screening, collect property, and assign housing based on classification. Online records may take several hours to appear, so a recently booked person may not show in the system right away.