St. Louis County Jail, Clayton, MO

Visiting someone at Saint Louis County Jail takes a little setup, but it's manageable once you know the steps. Most Missouri facilities require visitor pre-approval through an online application that asks for the offender's DOC ID and may trigger a criminal-history check. After submitting, wait for the facility to process and notify you of approval. Don't attempt a visit until you're cleared. Once approved, visits are typically scheduled through the facility's system (online, kiosk, or phone). Many facilities require booking at least 24 hours ahead and may limit how often you can visit. Options vary by site, including in-person sessions and remote video visits through web-based platforms like Securus Video Connect (app, tablet, or computer). For in-person visits, bring a photo ID, arrive early, and expect security screening.

Saint Louis County Jail's inmate communication pages direct you to an external vendor and include a notice that the county may not control content on the linked site. For remote visits, the county references Securus Video Connect, a fully web-based platform that lets you schedule and join video sessions using a free app, computer, or tablet. Securus also offers messaging tools for sharing photos, eCards, and short video clips with an incarcerated person. Like most jail communication vendors, you'll need to create and register an account, complete verification steps, then follow the vendor's funding and scheduling process before placing calls or joining video visits.

To send money to someone at Saint Louis County Jail, the county's online cash accounts page directs you to an external payment vendor and includes a notice that the county may not control the linked site's content. The referenced vendor, Access Corrections, advertises fast, secure ways to send funds and handle court-ordered financial obligations. Access Corrections also says you can post bail and make parole or probation payments remotely, helpful if you can't pay in person. For planning purposes, jails commonly offer deposit options like lobby kiosks, approved online vendors, JPay transfers, and mailed money orders or cashier's checks. Kiosk and card payments often post quickly, while mailed deposits usually take a few business days. Check the vendor for exact steps, required IDs, and posting times.