Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q. How do I find out if someone is currently detained at Independence County Jail?
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Independence County Jail maintains an online inmate list where one can find the list of detainees. The list is updated usually fairly frequently. To check the inmate roster please visit Independence County Jail Sheriff Department website. If that doesn't work, another good way to find someone is to call the Batesville police department at 870-612-6880 and find out about the inmate directly.
Q. What if you are not able to find the inmate in Independence County Jail?
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It means the inmate is transferred to nearby county jail or state prison facility or is released from jail. Check Arkansas inmate search page for more details on how to search for an inmate in Arkansas.
Q. What are the visitation rules of Independence County Jail?
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Any individual with valid government ID and who isn’t on felony probation is allowed to visit an inmate. Children below 18 years, must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
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For more information one can call 870-612-6880.
Independence County Jail Visitation Hours
| Sunday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
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| Monday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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| Tuesday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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| Wednesday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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| Thursday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
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| Friday |
7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
| Saturday |
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. |
12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
Map & Directions for Independence County Jail
More Information
Property Rules
The jail releases property to approved persons on Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. The inmate must have filled out a property release form stating you may pick up his/her property. You must have a photo ID to pick up the property.
WE DO NOT TAKE ANY PROPERTY AT THE JAIL FOR ANY INMATE UNLESS IT HAS BEEN APPROVED BY ADMINISTRATION.
If an inmate's property has not been picked up after they have been released for more than 30 days, the property will be destroyed.
Visitation Rules
Anyone 12 years old or younger must be accompanied by an adult. You must have a state-issued ID or another official form of identification in order to visit.
Inmates will be allowed one 20 MINUTE visit per week. You will be asked the inmate's first and last names.
ALL FELONS VISITATION WILL BE ON SATURDAYS 08:30 am-11:30 am LUNCH BREAK 12:30 pm-1:45 pm
VISITATION ENDS AT 2PM EACH DAY. NO VISITS WILL BE ALLOWED AFTER 2PM.
ALL MISDEMEANOR VISITATION WILL BE ON SUNDAYS: 08:30 am-11:30 am LUNCH BREAK: 12:30 pm-1:45 pm
Dress code for women: only conservatively-dressed ladies will be allowed to visit inmates.
Up to 4 people are allowed to visit an inmate at a time.
Inmates who are on disciplinary will not receive visitation until they have served their disciplinary time.
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