Piatt County Jail – Monticello, IL

Piatt County Jail is located in Piatt County, Illinois and is the jail for the region. Do you know someone at Piatt County Jail? This guide tells you all about everything you might need to know about Piatt County Jail: How to locate an inmate. Find inmate mugshots. The jail’s phone number and address. Bail and how to get out of jail. Booking and intake procedures. Piatt County court information. And much more…

The thought of getting arrested and going to jail is a scary and daunting thought, not only for the person who gets locked up, but also that person’s friends and family. The purpose of this guide is to give you all the information and advice you need to make helping a friend or family member get out of jail a lot easier. If you have questions, please feel free to ask it in the comment section below, and also any tips or comments that might help others would be welcome.

Do you have a family member, loved one, or friend that is in jail and need to contact them?

Do you know a friend or family member that has been arrested and you want to locate them?

In order to find out who’s in jail at Piatt County Jail you have to go to their link and do an inmate lookup.

The Piatt County Jail Inmate Roster is a list of people currently in custody, including custody status, how much their bail is, and schedule for visitation. Also, you can get info for anybody who has been arrested or released in the past 24 hours. Prisoners are listed in alphabetical order by last name. You can find their arrest information fast if you enter your friend or family member’s first and last name, date of birth, or inmate ID Number.

If your friend or family member may be in another jail you can look here, too: List of all jails in Illinois

A mugshot, also known as a jail processing photo, is a photograph that the police take when you get processed at jail intake. A mugshot is actually two photos one face photo and a profile picture. Your full name and booking number will be in the photos, and they’re kept on file at the jail.

Mugshots of Piatt County Jail prisoners can be seen online, or you can see them in person at the Piatt County Jail. When you search for mugshots online you need to put in their first and last name, and the arrest date, if you know it.

Are you trying to get your mugshot taken down from the Piatt County Jail site? This can be tricky, since the mugshot is a matter of public record. To get your mugshot taken down you have to file a ‘Petition to Expunge’. This means that the record of your arrest would be sealed, and will not be available to the public. Depending on your situation, this may be a longshot.

To learn more about getting your mugshot taken down, the many different mugshot sites, and the mugshot removal websites: Mugshot Removal

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Of course, once you are incarcerated, your main thought is about when you get out. After booking, your bail amount is decided either by bail schedule or magistrate. In cases where no bail is set this may mean that you will either get released, pending trial, or you must remain in jail until your trial.

If you do bail out you are required to promise to go to your court date, and in the meantime you won’t be allowed to leave the county.

Typically, an inmate at Piatt County Jail are given time off in exchange for good behavior when they respect the rules and act right while they’re in jail.

If you prove to be trustworthy, you might be allowed to do work release. You will have to go back to jail at the end of the day after work, or you may be permitted to move to a halfway house instead of living at the jail.

Your bail is the amount of money that you have to pay to the courts to be released from jail until your trial. The amount you have to pay all depends on the crime you are charged with. You will need to put up 10 percent of the total amount that was determined in order to get discharged from jail. If you don’t show up for your court date, whoever paid your bail will lose all of the bail money.

In order to find out how much someone’s bail is, you will need to call the Piatt County Jail or the County Courthouse. If you’ve got the pertinent information, including name, address and date of birth, they’ll let you know how much their bail is. Also, you can check their bail amount and status on the jail website.

Posting bail to get out of jail is never a fun thing, but most of the time, it is easy. First of all, you need to know if they have a “Cash Bond Only” situation. If this is the case, you can’t use a bondsman. Bail can only be paid by cash – they can’t accept a check. As soon as you’ve posted (paid) bond, the person will be released into your care. If this person doesn’t violate any of the terms of their release, the bail money you posted will be returned to you.

If bail is set too high, or you just don’t have the money, you should try to hire a bail bondsman. They usually charge a fee of 10 to 15 percent of the bail amount, and usually with a minimum fee of $100. This is non-refundable and has to be paid in cash. If the bail is extremely high, the bondsman will in most cases request to use your assets as collateral.

To contact a bail bondsman click here: Bail bondsman

Have you ever used the services of Bail Bondsman for yourself, a family member or friend? If so, please leave a comment below and tell about your experience and let us know how it worked out for you.

Speak Your Mind

• Get Time Off For Good Behavior
• Work Release Programs
• Get Out For Time Served
• Pre-Trial Release Programs
• Get Released on House Arrest
• Own Recognizance

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The jail intake procedure takes you through each of the following steps:

• You will be placed in a holding cell. If there are a lot of arrests, you may not be processed immediately.
• The first step is that you have to answer some simple questions, such as what is your full name, home address, birthdate and an emergency contact person.
• You will also be asked about your medical and mental history.
• You will be given an inmate ID number.
• Your fingerprints will be taken.
• You will have your mugshot taken.
• Any property you have will be taken away from you and stored until you are released.
• You will get to make a phone call to call a family member, friend, or bail bondsman.
• If you are expected to be released quickly, you might get to skip the jumpsuit and keep wearing your own clothes, but if you are not expected to make bail quickly you will have to wear a jail uniform – the jumpsuit.

Have you ever been booked into jail? If you have, you should tell your story. How long did it take to get processed? Were you treated fairly? Can you tell us secrets that might help other people get through the procedure?

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When you pay your bail, you will be discharged from jail. This process can take between 10 minutes to all day long. In other words the quicker you post bail, the quicker you will get discharged from jail. Also, how fast you get released can depend on whether you have a bond amount or if a magistrate needs to determine the amount of bail to be set. For lesser charges, you will be booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. When you have served your sentence and are given a date of your release, you should plan to get discharged that morning.

for your arrest, or if you have to begin your jail sentence, it is highly recommended that you do the right thing and go down to the jail and turn yourself in. If it is for a warrant, go to the jail reception area, and tell someone that you think there may be an outstanding arrest warrant out for you. The officer will verify that you have an outstanding arrest warrant, and if so, they will ask that you surrender yourself and you will be taken into custody. If you have a jail sentence to serve, go to the jail at the time and date that the sentence order or court paperwork states. Be very careful that you are not late to report. Make sure that you only bring things that are allowed when you go, for example your driver’s license or ID, any prescription medication you might take, and the official sentencing order.

Inmates must provide each visitor’s name and date of birth to the jail in advance of the visit. Your visitor’s information will go into the log as an Authorized visit. All visitors will be required to provide acceptable photo identification. Any visitors showing up late or that is not an approved visitor will not be able to attend visitation.
Visitation procedures at Piatt County Jail are always changing, so make sure that you double-check the official jail site before you go to visitation.

The only phone calls that inmates are allowed to make are collect calls or through a pre-paid phone account. Calls made in jail are usually more expensive than regular phone calls. There is no limit to when you can make phone calls, how long you can talk, and how often you can make calls, but you should keep in mind that a long line can form at the phones, because everyone wants to use the phone, too. If you break the rules and are disciplined, an inmate’s ability to use the phone might get cut back or eliminated completely.

The Piatt County Jail phone number is: (217)762-7822

Any mail that you send to an inmate is required to be sent via the US Postal Service. You cannot use any other method of mail delivery. You must write the prisoner’s name, prisoner number, and jail address on the outside of the letter that you send. Don’t mail a box, envelope with padding or insulation, plastic bag, or an envelope with metal in it. Any mail will be opened and read and inspected by the officers at the jail, and the mail will be sent back to the person who mailed it if deemed inappropriate.

The mailing address for Piatt County Jail is:

Piatt County Jail
1216 Raymond Road
Monticello, IL 61856

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Piatt County Jail
1216 Raymond Road
Monticello, IL 61856

The mail policy is always changing, so check the the Piatt County Jail website before you send a letter.

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When you get arrested, you have particular rights, the most important of which is your right to request a lawyer. You won’t get many phone calls in jail, so it is a good idea to get a friend or family member to find a lawyer for you. I know you’re probably asking yourself right now ‘I don’t have to get a lawyer – I can just represent myself’ While you are not required to have one, a criminal defense attorney will advise you about your rights, help protect your best interests and help you through the criminal justice system in Piatt County. The faster you hire a lawyer to represent you and work on your criminal case, the better.

For more detailed information on this subject, click: How to Find a Lawyer in Piatt County

If you’ve been arrested and don’t have the money to hire an attorney, a Public Defender will be assigned to you. The Public Defender Office has access to private investigators, crime scene and forensics experts and case workers. You should be reassured that Public Defenders are bona-fide attorneys, members of the Illinois State Bar and are licensed to practice law.

Have you or someone you know used a court appointed attorney or Public Defender? What was your experience?

Piatt County court records are public records and are available upon request. They contain a case file containing a docket sheet and every documents filed during your court case. You are able to access your court records using the website, or by going to the Clerk’s office of the Court where the case was filed.

A Clerk of Court is a member of the court who manages court records. They also administer the oath for any court participant who must be under oath, and also read the verdict when the jury makes their final decision. All records relating to your case are maintained at Clerk of Court’s office.

Court fees are the charges and fees from your case, for example filing fees, motion fees and various court charges. If you can’t afford to pay these fees and have court appointed legal counsel or a Public Defender, you can get a waiver for these fees and won’t have to pay them.

A Magistrate is the person that rules on your case in court. They do a number of things, like setting your bail amount, issuing warrants, and overseeing preliminary court proceedings and detention proceedings.

A defendant’s pre-sentencing report is completed to include background information and details of the arrestee’s life, which the magistrate will consider when determining your sentence. Information and personal details will be collected from the person on trial, the defendant’s family, and, if applicable, the victim. Keep in mind you are allowed to ask to receive a copy of your pre-sentencing report before your sentencing, so you can review it and correct any mistakes.

After being convicted of a crime, you will then get sentenced. There are a number of different options, which include community service and probation, to even incarceration in jail or prison. Depending on the severity of the crime, you could be taken into custody, right there in court, or you could be given a date to report to jail to serve your sentence.

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Want to find out if some you know is currently in jail, or has ever been locked up?

This is pretty simple to do, just you need to visit the jail’s website, and search using:

• The inmate’s name.
• Birthdate.
• Their approximate booking date.
• and their jail inmate ID.

If you think that they are currently in jail, you can call the jail confirm whether they’ve been arrested or not.

If you think you might have a warrant out for your arrest, you can find out by checking the arrest warrants inquiry on the Piatt County jail website or you are able to call the court directly. This requires a first and last name. Or, you can just go down to the jail and ask the officer in charge. You should be clear that if there is a warrant for your arrest, you will be taken into custody immediately.

If you know the person’s name, as well as their arrest date, contact the jail, on the phone, in person, or look online. Records of arrests are public record and this information is freely available.

A Civil Process is when someone has been served with papers, such as a court order. You can access civil process orders by contacting the Piatt County Sheriff’s office, on their website or by phone.

All registered sex offenders have to be registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people listed on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You are able to see this information on the website, but keep in mind that you will not get the precise address, but rather the block they live on.

Court Records are public, and are accessible by anyone. Court Records include a case file that includes a docket and all of the documents filed in your case. You can access the court records online, or at the Piatt County Clerk of Court where the case was filed.

Every state maintains records of people’s criminal past. These databases are linked together and you can track criminal convictions from another state. Go to courthouse and make an inquiry, or check online. It helps to know which county the crime occurred in, and if the crime was in a totally different state, you might have to pay for a more complete search.

A criminal records search you will find out if someone has been arrested, charged, or convicted for any of the following crimes:

• DUI or DWI.
• Drug crimes.
• Kidnapping.
• Sex offenses which could include rape, and sexual assault.
• Violent crimes.
• Theft.

When you do a criminal history search, you will not be able to see if someone had:

• Speeding tickets.
• Drivers license suspended or revoked.
• Traffic accidents.
• Other moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To find this kind of information, you have to do a search for their driving history.

Have you ever tried to search for someone’s criminal records? Was it a difficult process? Was your search online or did you have to call the courthouse? Was the information correct? There are lots of reasons that people look up criminal backgrounds and records, and your story may help other people that are in the same situation.

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Most Wanted

Everyone knows that the FBI has a listing of the Ten Most Wanted Fugitives. In Piatt County,The Sheriff’s Department keeps their own list of most wanted criminals and fugitives.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: Link

Piatt County Sheriff’s Department Ten Most Wanted List: External Link


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

While the prospect of spending time in the Piatt County jail is no fun, soon you will get used to the daily routine. Expect an alarm for wake-up each morning at 6am, and then roll call. Next, you will have breakfast. When you finish eating breakfast you will be required to work in the work program or other activity that you are assigned. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Piatt County Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Piatt County Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The rules for sending money to someone in jail changes, so we suggest that you double check the official website before you send any funds.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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News and Media

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Piatt County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Piatt County Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

Apply for a Job at Piatt County Jail

Requirements:

• You must be over the age of 21.
• You must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You must be a US Citizen.
• You must pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You must pass a drug test.
• You must have a good level of fitness.
• You must be in good health.
• You must have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• Victims have the right to protection from the accused.
• Victims have the right to notification.
• Victims have the right to attend proceedings.
• Victims have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• Victims have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• Victims have the right to restitution.
• Victims have the right to a speedy trial.
• Victims have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever been a prisoner at Piatt County Jail? Do you have a friend or family member there? Have you ever visited a prisoner at this jail?

If yes, then we would like you to leave a comment below about it. Write down what you experienced because other people can learn what to expect.

Things you might want to include in what you write:

• Conditions at the jail.
• Jail and pod facility and layout
• Guards and jail staff
• Food and commissary
• Visitation Days
• Other Inmates.
• Inmate safety
• Jail gangs
• Inmate activities and programs


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Tell Your Story

Anyone who’s been in jail has at least one story to tell about it. How’d you get locked up? Were you fairly treated? What happened to you while you were locked up? Were the other inmates cool? Did going to jail affect your life? How?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Make some good friends in jail? Want to find out how to get in touch with a friend from jail? Then send them a message by posting a comment below.

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Links and Resources

Main Piatt County Jail Link
Piatt County Jail Inmate Search
View Piatt County Jail Mugshots
Piatt County Jail Bail Amount Link

Piatt County Jail Visitation Policy Link
Piatt County Jail Jail Mail Policy Link
Piatt County Jail Inmate Inquiry Link
Piatt County Warrants
Piatt County Jail Arrest Lookup
Send Money to an Inmate at Piatt County Jail
Jobs at Piatt County Jail


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