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Newton County Jail is a minimum security jail which falls under jurisdiction of Newton, AR. The jail is maintained and operated by sheriffs in Newton County. Offenders from the Police and City jails are transferred to the jail after the paper work is done. They usually stay in the jail, until they are sentenced, acquitted or released on bail. It houses inmates on temporary hold, typically serving less than a year jail term. Most of the inmates in Newton County Jail are convicted for misdemeanor offenses like driving under the influence, fighting/assault, theft etc. It provides basic amenities to the inmates like bathroom facility, 3 meals daily, education program and TV facility. It also provides work release program and other specialized services to the inmates.

Location

300 North Spring Street
Jasper, Arkansas 72641

County

Newton County

Phone Number

(870) 446-5124

Contact Email

[email protected]

Facility Type

County Jail

Inmate Capacity

Website

www.newtoncountysheriff.org

Fax Number

(870) 446-2106

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q. How do I find out if someone is currently detained at Newton County Jail?

Newton 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 Newton County Jail Sheriff Department website. If that doesn't work, another good way to find someone is to call the Jasper police department at (870) 446-5124 and find out about the inmate directly.

Q. What if you are not able to find the inmate in Newton County Jail?

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 Newton County Jail?

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.
For more information one can call (870) 446-5124.

Newton 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.
Monday	7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday	7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday	7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday	7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.	12:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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.

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More Information

The Newton County Jail is considered to be an essential institution for the maintenance of order and justice within the system. The jail is located in Jasper, Arkansas and stands as one of the more important components of the judicial system in the area. The Newton County Jail was first opened in 1902 and since then has gone through a series of renovations and improvements. When the jail was first built, it was a small institution that consisted of two floors. While the prison stretched out over a large area, it wasn’t as big as what it stands as today. While the outer look of the prison may have changed, the values that they stand for remain the same.

The architecture used at the time was considered unique as compared to other buildings in the area and is reminiscent of 1900s western architecture. The stone walls and barred fences gave this jail and iconic look, which is why it was later listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This accreditation was given to the Newton County Jail in 1994. The building was constructed by Heilman Construction Co, who later went on to build many more iconic structures within the state of Arkansas.

The Newton County Jail comes under the umbrella of the Newton County Sheriff’s Office, which stands for its commitment to excellence in society. Since its inception, the Newton County Jail has had an important role in taking care of inmates, offering them the right kind of protection and programs that they need to pay their dues to society, and once again become functioning members within it.

Through the years, the Newton County Jail has always tried to improve the kind of services that it offers to the judicial system as well as the inmates that it houses. The Motherhood, Brotherhood, and Fatherhood programs are directed towards helping inmates improve the skills that they possess.

Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous is an essential program that the Newton County Jail decided to incorporate to provide inmates with the care that they need to get over their addictions. These are essential because they help inmates get on a better track when in the institutions.

Inmate Work Force programs play an important role in the work that inmates do while they are at Newton County Jail. The Newton County Jail screens inmates in their institutions and determine which role they would be best suited to. Thereon, inmates are given work pertaining to different tasks, which allow them to contribute positively.

These programs and many others have been introduced over the years, playing a large role in the rehabilitation of inmates. The Newton County Jail continues to grow and evolve with time and continues to play an important role in the protection and improvement of society.

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