Clinton County Jail , IN

Physical Address
1347 E Townsend RdSt Johns, MI, 48879

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Guides for This Facility

At a Glance

Visitation

  • Most Indiana facilities require visitors to apply online through the state visitation portal and complete State Form 14387.
  • You must be on the inmate’s approved visitors list and cleared by facility staff before a visit can be scheduled.
  • Visits are commonly offered either in-person or by video, but hours and booking rules vary by facility.

Communication

  • Most remote video and messaging services are provided through third-party vendors and require you to create an account before connecting.
  • Calls and remote visits are frequently monitored or recorded by the facility or vendor.
  • Incarcerated people typically place outgoing calls and must list approved contacts on an authorized telephone list.

Mail & Letters

  • Incoming personal mail is commonly opened and inspected for contraband.
  • Legal mail is typically opened in the inmate's presence and is not read during inspection.
  • Many Indiana jails scan personal letters and deliver digital copies via kiosks or tablets, so originals may not be delivered.

Sending Money

  • Every person in an Indiana facility has a trust/commissary account for purchases and phone time.
  • Common deposit channels are online portals, mobile apps, phone deposits, and lobby kiosks.
  • Most deposit systems require the inmate’s name plus their facility ID number or other identifying details.

Inmate Lookup

  • You can use county jail sites, state offender searches, IDOC tools, SAVIN/VINE, or the BOP locator to look up someone in custody.
  • Online inmate records are snapshots and may be incomplete, outdated, or missing court and release-date details.
  • Most state search tools work with a last name and often accept an offender ID or case number for more precise results.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Visiting someone at Clinton County Jail starts with an online application through Indiana's state visitation portal, including State Form 14387. After you submit your application, the facility runs background and warrant checks—you can't schedule a visit until staff approve you. The inmate also needs to add you to their approved visitors list. Depending on the facility's setup, visits may be in-person or handled remotely by video. Hours, booking windows, and procedures vary, so check the facility's visitation details before you go. For video visits, use a device with a working camera and audio, and sign in early to test your connection. Visiting onsite? Bring an accepted photo ID.

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Communication

Staying in touch with someone at Clinton County Jail may include video visits (in-person or remote), phone calls, electronic messaging or eCards, and traditional U.S. mail—but what's available and what it costs depends on the facility. Remote video and electronic messaging usually run through third-party vendors, meaning you'll need to create a vendor account and add the incarcerated person before scheduling or sending anything. Expect calls and remote visits to be monitored or recorded. Phone systems typically rely on the incarcerated person placing outgoing calls to contacts on an authorized list, with billing handled by collect, prepaid (AdvancePay), or inmate-debit options. Vendor setups can change, so check the jail's official page before paying any fees.

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Mail & Letters

Before sending mail to Clinton County Jail, check the jail's current mail process. Staff commonly open and inspect personal mail for contraband, and legal mail is handled differently. Many Indiana facilities now use digital mail systems that scan personal letters and deliver an electronic copy to a kiosk or tablet—the original paper may not reach your loved one directly. Keep your envelope clean and simple. Cash, stickers, glitter, clippings, and sexually explicit material are commonly prohibited and may get your mail rejected or returned. Address the envelope clearly with the inmate's full name and ID number if you have it, and include your full name and return address to avoid delays. For exact rules and step-by-step instructions, check the facility's official mail page or contact the jail directly.

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Sending Money

Want to help someone at Clinton County Jail, IN? You'll typically add funds to their trust/commissary account. In Indiana facilities, these accounts cover commissary purchases, phone time, and other approved items. Deposit options commonly include an online portal, a mobile app, phone deposits, and a lobby kiosk. Some facilities also accept mailed money orders, but availability depends on local policy. Before you start, have the inmate's name and facility ID number ready so the deposit goes to the right person. Payment methods vary by channel—kiosks often take cash or cards, while online and phone deposits typically require a debit or credit card. Commissary ordering and delivery timing depend on housing status and jail rules.

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Common Questions

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How do I apply to visit an inmate at Clinton County Jail?

You generally apply through Indiana’s state visitation portal and complete State Form 14387. After you submit it, staff typically run background and warrant checks and must approve you before visits can be scheduled.

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Do I need to be on the inmate’s approved visitors list before I can visit?

Yes. The inmate must add you to their approved visitors list, and the facility has to clear you before you can schedule a visit; background and warrant checks are typically part of that process.

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Can I visit by video from home and what do I need?

Many facilities offer video visits from home, but the hours and booking rules vary by facility. Use a device with a working camera and microphone, and sign in early to test your connection.

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How do I set up video visits for someone at Clinton County Jail?

Use the jail’s official page to identify the approved video-visit vendor, then create an account with that vendor. Add the incarcerated person (if required), wait for any approvals, and schedule the visit and pay any vendor fees through the vendor system.

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How do phone calls work at Clinton County Jail?

At most facilities, incarcerated people place outgoing calls and can only reach approved contacts on an authorized telephone list. Billing varies—it may be collect, prepaid (AdvancePay), or inmate-debit. Follow the facility page or vendor instructions for setup and funding.

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Can I send electronic messages or photos to an inmate?

Many facilities allow electronic messages, photos, and eCards through a vendor account or a facility tablet system. If the vendor changes, you may need a new login, so confirm the current vendor on the jail’s official page before you pay.

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