How to Visit Facility

Saline County KS Jail uses Smart Communications (SmartInmate) for remote video visitation. Planning to visit from home or anywhere with internet? You'll need to create a SmartInmate account before you can schedule and join video sessions. If anything feels unclear or you have questions about current rules, call the jail directly at (785) 826-6502. The facility is located at 800 E Pacific Ave, Salina, KS.

• ✓ Bring acceptable picture ID (for example, a driver’s license, military ID, or other verifiable photo ID).
• ✓ Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• ✓ Each inmate is allowed 2 onsite visits per week.

1. Decide whether you’re visiting remotely or onsite - Saline County KS Jail offers video visitation both ways, so pick what works best for you.
2. Set up your SmartInmate account for remote visits - The jail uses Smart Communications (SmartInmate) for remote video visitation, and you will need an account to schedule and participate.
3. Plan around the remote visitation schedule - Remote hours run Sunday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
4. Plan around the onsite visitation schedule - Onsite hours are Monday through Friday, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Keep in mind inmates are limited to 2 onsite visits per week.
5. Bring the right ID and handle minors correctly - Have acceptable picture identification with you, and make sure any visitor under 18 comes with an adult.

What to Verify

• ✓ Confirm SmartInmate is still the remote video visitation system and ask what you need to create an account.
• ✓ Verify the current onsite visitation hours (Monday to Friday, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM).
• ✓ Verify the current remote visitation hours (Sunday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM).
• ✓ Ask how the “2 onsite visits per week” limit is tracked and whether you need to schedule onsite visits in advance.
• ✓ Confirm what forms of picture ID are accepted at check-in.
• ✓ Confirm the rule for visitors under 18 (they must be accompanied by an adult) and ask if the adult has to be a parent or legal guardian.
• ✓ Double-check the jail’s phone number and address before you head out: (785) 826-6502, 800 E Pacific Ave, Salina, KS.

For quick answers, call Saline County KS Jail at (785) 826-6502. If you're visiting in person, double-check that you're heading to the right location: 800 E Pacific Ave, Salina, KS.