Winnebago County Jail

Winnebago County Jail, IA Inmate Search, Visitation Hours

Updated on: March 5, 2024

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Location 216 South Clark Street, Forest City, IA, 50436

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Winnebago County County can be found in the Iowa area. Forest City – is the county seat. Winnebago County has a total population of 10587 and was formed in 1847.

Winnebago County County has a total area of 400 square miles. The zip codes in Winnebago County County are 50424, 50436, 50450, 50453, 50465, 50473, 50478.

Winnebago County Sheriff’s Office:

The Winnebago County Sheriff, , is the head law enforcement officer in the Winnebago County county. You can reach him by calling 641-585-2828.

Address: 216 South Clark Street, Forest, Iowa, 50436, 50424, 50436, 50450, 50453, 50465, 50473, 50478.

Fax:

Phone: 641-585-2828

 

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Winnebago County Jail is located in Winnebago County County, Iowa state. The specific address of the Winnebago County Jail is 216 South Clark Street, Forest City, IA, 50436. The Winnebago County Jail is a correctional facility that house approximately 2,000 inmates and receive an average annual booking of 41,000. The Winnebago County Jail is divided into male units and female units. In case of any inquiries, you can dial 641-585-3632, the Winnebago County Jail information line, or fax at or fax641-585-3239.

Jail History and Structure

In 1990, a criminal justice center was constructed in downtown Forest City. The justice center houses the Winnebago County county sheriff, Forest City police department offices, and the Winnebago County Jail. The Winnebago County county sheriff is the general overseer of the Winnebago County Jail. Originally, the Winnebago County Jail could house approximately 1458 inmates.

Over the years, the Winnebago County Jail has undergone numerous modifications and eventually became one of the largest facilities in the Winnebago County county.

Juvenile Detention Center

It is part and parcel of Winnebago County Jail but deals with the detention and correction of offensive youths. The Winnebago County Jail has a 136-bed capacity. Counselling, health assessments, recreation, education, and intervention services are provided to the youth held at the Winnebago County Jail.

The Winnebago County Jail comprises three units: the girl’s detention unit, the boy’s detention unit, and the detention control center. During working hours, the staffing ratio is 1 to 8, and during sleeping hours, the ratio is 1 to 11. The youth detained in the Winnebago County Jail is engaged daily to mitigate any room for idleness. Upon the arrival of any youth at the Winnebago County Jail, he or she will be informed of the charges and rights.

Jail Medical Facilities

The Winnebago County Jail has medical facilities to promote the well-being of the inmates. In 2009, a mental health unit was established at the Winnebago County Jail. This medical unit aims at handling any mental illness among the Winnebago County Jail inmates. In 2008, a suicide precaution unit was established. This unit was meant to cater to Winnebago County Jail inmates who attempted suicide at one point. The unit comprises special cells where the Winnebago County Jail inmates participate in daily group activities, contact their loved ones frequently and attend therapy sessions. There is also a general medical facility at the Winnebago County Jail where inmates can seek medication when unwell.

Winnebago County Sheriffs Department

Address 216 South Clark Street, Forest, Iowa, 50436
Phone 641-585-2828

Winnebago County Jail — General Information

Facility Name Winnebago County Jail
Facility Type County Jail
Address 216 South Clark Street, Forest City, IA, 50436
Capacity 9
Facility Type Adult
City Forest City
Postal Code 50436
State Iowa
County Winnebago County

Visitation Rules and Prohibited Items

You need to dress appropriately while visiting the Winnebago County Jail inmate; hence transparent and tight clothes are prohibited at the Winnebago County Jail. You will be prohibited from visiting an inmate at the Winnebago County Jail if you have been arrested within the past year.

Some of the prohibited items at the Winnebago County Jail include manicure kits, nail clippers, glass bottles, metallic bottle openers, and any other material that may trigger violence within the Winnebago County Jail.

The Winnebago County Jail is under tight security 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Whether you are an inmate or a visitor, ensure you adhere to all the Winnebago County Jail rules to avoid quarrels and disagreements with the Winnebago County Jail authorities. You can learn more through the Winnebago County Jail’s prison website.

Visiting Hours

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Monday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 Am to 2:30 PM
Sunday: 7:30 Am to 2:30 PM

Forest City, Winnebago County , IA Overview

mottos:
Where Nature's Close and Friends are Closer
Coordinates:
43.26194°N 93.64028°W
Country:
United States
State:
Iowa
Counties:
Winnebago, Hancock
Incorporated:
June 14, 1878
Area:
Total:
4.63 sq mi (11.99 km2)
Land:
4.63 sq mi (11.99 km2)
Water:
0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation:
1,257 ft (383 m)
Population (2010):
Total:
4,151
Estimate (2019):
4,025
Density:
869.14/sq mi (335.58/km2)
Time zone:
UTC-6 (Central (CST))
Summer (DST):
UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code:
50436
Area code(s):
641
FIPS code:
19-28380
GNIS feature ID:
0456667

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