How to Request a Special Visit (Outside Regular Hours) — Pennington County Jail
Can't make the posted visiting times? You can request a special visit at Pennington County Jail—just plan ahead and be ready to explain why you need an exception.
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Overview
Pennington County Jail uses InmateSales for video visitation, so you'll set everything up through the vendor rather than the jail directly. Download the InmateSales and InmateSales View apps, then follow the in-app steps to purchase minutes and request access to "Pennington County SD." Prefer a computer? Create an account on the InmateSales website, add funds, request access to "Pennington County SD," and select View-Remote Video to schedule. For phone time, you can use the InmateSales app, the website, call 1-877-998-5678, or visit the kiosk in the jail lobby. Join at your scheduled time through the app or website. Remote sessions are monitored and can be ended for inappropriate conduct.
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Quick Facts
- Video visitation for Pennington County SD requires the InmateSales and InmateSales View apps and following the app steps to purchase minutes and request access to "Pennington County SD."
- The InmateSales website (www.inmatesales.com) supports remote video visits when you create an account, add funds, request access to "Pennington County SD," and select View-Remote Video.
- Phone time for inmates can be purchased via the InmateSales app, online, by calling 1-877-998-5678, or at the kiosk in the jail lobby.
- Remote visits and calls arranged through vendor portals are typically scheduled through the vendor and may be monitored and ended for inappropriate conduct.
- All incoming general mail is scanned and a facsimile provided to the inmate; originals are discarded.
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Common Questions
How do I set up video visits with an inmate at Pennington County Jail?
Download the InmateSales and InmateSales View apps, then purchase minutes and request access to “Pennington County SD.” If you prefer, use the InmateSales website to create an account, add funds, request access to “Pennington County SD,” and select View-Remote Video to schedule.
What are the ways to add money for phone calls at Pennington County Jail?
You can purchase phone time through the InmateSales app or online through the InmateSales website. You can also add phone time by calling 1-877-998-5678 or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
Will remote video visits or calls be monitored at Pennington County Jail?
Yes. Remote video visits and calls through the vendor are typically monitored. Sessions can be ended for inappropriate conduct, so follow the vendor and facility rules.
What is the correct mailing address for inmates at Pennington County Jail?
Address the envelope to the inmate by name and include your return address. Use: Pennington County Jail, 307 St. Joseph Street, Rapid City, SD 57701.
Can I include postage stamps in letters to Pennington County Jail?
No. Any incoming mail that contains postage stamps will be returned to the sender, and inmates must purchase stamps through commissary.
Will my letter be delivered as a paper copy to an inmate at Pennington County Jail?
No—general incoming mail is scanned, and the inmate receives a digital facsimile. The original paper mail is discarded.
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