Monroe County Sheriff

Physical Address
300 N Main StParis, MO, 65275

Need to reach someone at Monroe County Sheriff? Look up an inmate, send messages or mail, add commissary funds, or schedule a visit.

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Guides for This Facility

At a Glance

Visitation

  • Regular visiting hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2pm to 4pm.
  • Each inmate may receive visits on only one of the scheduled visiting days per week.
  • Special visits require an appointment and must be approved by facility staff before the visit.

Communication

  • CIDNET provides video visits, messaging, and phone for Monroe County, and requires creating an account and buying data that is consumed during communication.
  • Inmates may buy phone cards or place collect calls from the phone inside their cell.
  • Prisoner mail is inspected and mail call is held daily.

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Topic Overviews

Communication

Monroe County Sheriff uses CIDNET for video visits, messaging, and phone services. You'll create an account and purchase data, which gets consumed during calls, messages, or video sessions. Inmates can also place outgoing calls by buying phone cards or making collect calls from their cell phone. Prefer traditional mail? Prisoner mail is inspected on site, and mail call happens daily. For CIDNET and other vendor services, expect standard setup steps: register with the provider, complete identity verification, and fund your account. Alternatively, the incarcerated person can purchase calling time through the facility's normal purchasing options.

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Common Questions

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What are the visiting hours at Monroe County Sheriff?

Regular visiting hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Each inmate can receive visits on only one of those days per week. Special visits are by appointment and require staff approval.

Visitation
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How do I apply and schedule a visit at this facility?

Submit the facility's visitor application with any requested offender identifiers. Wait for approval before scheduling, then use the facility's scheduling system (online, kiosk, or phone). Plan at least 24 hours ahead when possible. Arrive early with photo ID and be ready for routine screening at check-in.

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How do I set up CIDNET to video visit someone in Monroe County Jail?

Create a CIDNET account and complete any required verification steps. CIDNET handles video visits, messaging, and phone services. You'll purchase data that gets consumed during use. If prompted, follow the vendor's approval steps like uploading ID and a recent photo.

Communication
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Can an inmate call me from Monroe County Jail and how are calls paid for?

Yes. Inmates can buy phone cards or place collect calls from the phone in their cell. Calls are typically paid through a funded debit or prepaid setup, or the incarcerated person can purchase calling time through the facility's normal purchasing options.

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Is inmate mail inspected at Monroe County Jail?

Yes. Prisoner mail is inspected, and mail call is held daily.

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The jail issues approved bedding and hygiene items to inmates, and staff change linens weekly.

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