Crawford County Jail, AR
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Crawford County Detention Center — Phone, Fax, and Street Address
Need to reach Crawford County Detention Center? Here are the contact details you'll want for calls, paperwork, and directions.
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How to Send Mail to an Inmate at Crawford County Detention Center (exact address and steps)
Want your letter to reach someone at Crawford County Detention Center? You'll need to mail it to Smart Communications — not the jail's physical address. Use the exact format below so it gets posted to the right inmate account.
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Legal Mail vs. Regular Mail at Crawford County Detention Center: What Families Need to Know
Regular mail and legal mail don't follow the same path at Crawford County Detention Center. Knowing which address to use matters—especially when you're sending time-sensitive legal documents.
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Sending Money
- Deposits for this facility are processed through JailATM, which identifies itself as operated by Tech Friends, Inc.
- If a deposit or transaction doesn't post, you must contact the money transmitter or vendor who handled the payment for help.
- You can commonly add money through online portals, in-person kiosks or lobby windows, mailed money orders, or commissary ordering systems.
Inmate Lookup
- The ACIC Sex Offender Registry lets subscribers add up to 10 email addresses and sends alerts if a registered offender moves within a chosen radius.
- Start at the local sheriff or detention center website and look for a 'Current Inmates' roster or a '48‑hour release' list to find local detainees.
- You can usually search rosters by the inmate’s name or by a booking/subject number to locate a matching entry.
Contact Info
- Street address: 4235 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956.
- Main phone: 479-474-2261.
- Fax number: 479-471-3264.
Facility Info
- The Crawford County detention page returned a forbidden/access error when retrieved.
- The facility is listed at 4235 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956 with phone 479-474-2261 and fax 479-471-3264.
- If a money transaction failed or has issues, you must contact the money transmitter who processed the transaction.
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Topic Overviews
Sending Money
Crawford County Detention Center uses JailATM as its deposit vendor, operated by Tech Friends, Inc. That's where to start if you need help with a transaction. You can typically add funds through online payment portals, in-person kiosks or lobby windows, mailed money orders, or commissary order systems—though availability depends on what the facility or vendor accepts. Before depositing, have the facility name and the inmate's ID number or full name ready, and double-check which payment methods work. Funds in an inmate account cover commissary purchases and any allowable fees or debts. If money goes missing or a transaction doesn't post, contact the vendor that processed the payment directly—they handle investigations and resolutions.
Inmate Lookup
Start your search on the Crawford County sheriff or detention center website. Look for the
Contact
Crawford County Detention Center is at 4235 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956. Call the main line at 479-474-2261 for routine questions; the fax number is 479-471-3264. Some facilities offer additional contact methods, so check the official contact page if you need alternatives. For any life-threatening emergency, call 911. When calling the jail, have the incarcerated person's full name and date of birth ready. Booking, case, or charge numbers can speed up records or bail-related questions. Planning to visit or drop off documents? Call ahead or verify procedures on the official contact page first.
Read full guideFacility Info
Official online information for Crawford County Detention Center is limited right now—the detention page returned an access error. Public listings show the facility at 4235 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956, with a main phone of 479-474-2261 and fax 479-471-3264. Since the official page isn't accessible, call the jail to confirm current visiting hours, mail rules, and payment policies before making plans. If you have trouble with a payment or deposit, contact the money transmitter that processed it—state banking regulators don't have transaction-level details. Arkansas county detention centers are typically run by county sheriffs, and booking and classification practices vary by county.
Common Questions
Showing 6 of 12Who processes deposits for Crawford County Detention Center?
Deposits for Crawford County Detention Center are processed through JailATM, which identifies itself as operated by Tech Friends, Inc.
Sending MoneyWhat should I do if a payment to an inmate doesn't post?
Contact the money transmitter or vendor that processed the transaction and ask them to investigate and resolve it. Regulatory authorities don’t have access to individual transaction records and can’t post funds for you.
Sending MoneyWhat are common ways to add money to an inmate's account?
Common options include online payment portals, in-person kiosks or lobby windows, mailed money orders, and commissary order systems. Confirm which methods are accepted by the facility or the listed vendor before you send money.
Sending MoneyHow can I get email alerts when an Arkansas sex offender moves near me?
Use the Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) Sex Offender Registry subscription. You can add up to 10 email addresses and set alerts for when an offender moves within a specified radius.
Inmate LookupWhere do I look to find who is currently in custody at Crawford County Detention Center?
Go to the Crawford County sheriff or detention center website and look for the
Inmate LookupWhat should I do if the person I’m searching for isn’t listed on the county roster?
Try the Arkansas Department of Correction inmate search for state prisoners. For federal custody, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) inmate locator.
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**Crawford County Detention Center (Van Buren, AR):** 4235 Alma Highway, Van Buren, AR 72956. Main phone 479-474-2261; fax 479-471-3264.
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