Carroll County Jail – Delphi, IN

Carroll County Jail is located in Carroll County, Indiana and is the primary correctional facility for the region. Do you know somebody in jail at Carroll County Jail? This guide will tell you information about anything one might want to know about Carroll County Jail,like the following: How to do a jail inmate search. How to view Carroll County Jail mugshots. The jail’s phone number and address. How to post bail. Booking and intake procedures. Court information and records. And much, much more.

The thought of going to jail is a scary situation, not only for the person who is incarcerated, but also that person’s friends and family. This guide is meant to offer info that you need to make helping a friend or family member get out of jail easier. If you have a question, please feel free to ask them, and also any comments or feedback that would help others is appreciated.

Do you have a family member or friend that is locked up and don’t know how to contact them?

Do you know a family member or friend that’s been arrested and you don’t know how to find out where they are?

In order to look up who is in jail at Carroll County Jail you will have to go to their web site and do an inmate search.

The Carroll County Jail Inmate Locator is an online list of persons currently in custody, which includes custody status, how much their bail is, and visiting hours. Also, you can get info about anyone processed or discharged within the last 24 hours. Inmates are shown in alphabetical order by their last name. You’ll be able to get the information faster if you have the arrestee’s name, birth date, or inmate ID.

If the person you’re searching for is at another county jail you should look here: Indiana County Jails Listing

A mugshot, also known as a jail booking photograph, is a photo that the police take when you get processed at jail intake. They take one frontal photo and a profile photo. Your full name and jail booking number will appear on the mugshot, and they’re kept on file at the jail.

Mugshots are online, or you can see them in person at the Carroll County Jail. When you search for mugshots online you will need to put in their name, and a booking date.

Are you trying to figure out what to do in order to have your mugshot taken down from the Carroll County Jail website? This may not be possible, as the mugshot is public record. To get your mugshot taken down you need to file a Petition to Expunge in court. What this means is that your arrest record will be sealed, so no one will be able to see them. It is difficult to do this, and you will most likely need the services of a lawyer.

Read our in-depth tutorial about getting your mugshot removed, the many different mugshot sites, and the websites that offer to remove your mugshot for you: How To Get Your Mugshot Removed

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Once you are arrested and put in jail, your main thought is about getting out. After you’ve gone through the booking process, bail is decided either by bail schedule or magistrate. In cases where no bail is set this may mean that you will either be released on your ‘own recognizance’ until your court date, or you must remain in jail until your trial.

If you do bail out of jail you are required to agree to go to your court date, and you will not be permitted to go out of town.

Usually, a prisoner in the Carroll County Jail are given time off for good behavior when they follow the rules and act right while they are in jail.

If you do exhibit good behavior and the jail believes you can be trusted, you may be allowed to participate in a work release program. You will be required to go back to jail at the end of the day after work, or you might be permitted to live in a halfway house instead of living at the jail.

Your bail is money that you will be required to pay to get out of jail until your court date. Your bail amount is dictated by the seriousness of your charges. You or someone you know will have to put up 10 percent of the total amount set before you can get out of jail. If you fail to show up for court, whoever paid your bail will not get their money back.

To find out how much bail money you will need to bail someone out of jail have to call the Carroll County Jail or the County Courthouse. If you have all the pertinent information, including name, address and date of birth, they’ll let you know how much their bail is. You can also check their bail amount and status online.

Having to bail someone out of jail is never fun, but thankfully, its easy if you have the money. To start with, find out if their bail is a Cash Only Bond. If so, you will not be able to use the services of a bondsman. They only accept cash at the jail, so you have to take cash – they will not accept a personal check. Once the cash bond has been paid, the person will be released. If this person doesn’t violate any of the terms of their release, the bail money you posted will be returned to you.

If the amount of bail set is large, or you just can’t afford it, you should try a bail bondsman. Bondsmen usually charge a fee of 10 to 15 percent of the total bail amount, and usually have a minimum fee of $100. The amount you pay to the bondsman will not be returned to you and has to be paid in cash. If the bail has been set really high, the bail bondsman will usually require that they use your assets, such as home, property or cars, as collateral.

If you need a local bail bondsman visit our page about: Find a bail bondsman at Carroll County Jail

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

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The jail intake process is made up of these steps:

• You will be placed in a waiting area or cell. If the jail is busy, it will take a while to get processed.
• The first step is that you will answer some simple questions, such as your full legal name, your address, birth date and a contact person.
• They’ll also ask about your medical and mental history.
• You’ll be given an inmate ID number.
• You will get fingerprinted.
• You will have your mugshot taken.
• All of your personal property will get taken away from you and stored until you get discharged from jail.
• You will be allowed to make a phone call in order to get in touch with a member of your family, friend, or bondsman to arrange bail.
• If you think you will get released quickly, they will let you keep wearing street clothes, otherwise you will be given a jail issued jumpsuit.

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Once bail has been posted, you will get released from jail. This process may take anywhere between 10 minutes to many hours. In other words the faster you post bail, the quicker you will get released. How quickly you get discharged will depend on whether you have a bond amount or if a judge must determine your bail amount. For a minor offense, you will get booked and released on your own recognizance. When you have served out your jail sentence and have a date of your release, you should plan to be discharged anywhere between the hours of 9am and 12pm.

If the police have a, or if you need to begin your sentence in jail, it is highly recommended that you follow the rules and turn yourself in willingly. If it is for a warrant, report to the jail, in the reception area, and tell an officer that believe that there could be a warrant for your arrest. The officer will verify that you have an outstanding arrest warrant, and if they find one, you will be taken into jail custody. If you have a jail sentence to serve, report at the time and date that the sentence order lists. Be sure that you don’t show up late. Just bring things that are allowed when you turn yourself in, such as a driver’s license or photo ID, any prescription medication you might take, along with your doctor’s prescription, and the copy of the sentencing order.

In order to have visitors, inmates have to give information about each visitor to the jail in advance of the visit. Your visitor’s information will be entered in a log of visitors for the inmate. Each and every visitor has to provide acceptable photo identification. Anyone that arrives for visitation late or that is not an approved visitor will not be able to attend visitation.
Jail visitation policies can change, so make sure that you check the official jail site before you try to visit an inmate.

All phone calls from jail are made through a jail approved pre-paid phone account or phone card . These phone calls are usually more expensive than phone calls made at home. There is no limit to when you can make phone calls, how long you can talk, and how often you can make calls, but bear in mind that every inmate wants to use the phone too, so they can call their family. If you break the jail rules, an inmate’s phone privileges might get cut back or eliminated completely.

Phone Number: (765)-564-2413

All mail has to be sent using the actual US Postal Service. You can’t use any other form of mail or package delivery. You have to clearly print the person’s name, prisoner number, and the address of the jail on the letter. Don’t send anything in a package or box, padded envelope, plastic bag, or an envelope containing metal parts. All mail received by the jail will be opened and read and inspected by the jail staff, and will be sent back if they decide it is inappropriate.

Use this address when sending a letter to an inmate at Carroll County Jail:

Carroll County Jail
310 West Main Street
Delphi, IN 46923

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Carroll County Jail
310 West Main Street
Delphi, IN 46923

The Carroll County Jail inmate mail policy changes frequently, so you should review the official website before you send a letter.

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If you get arrested, you have particular rights, the most important of which is that you have the right to request an attorney. You won’t get many phone calls in jail, so you would be wise to get a friend or family member to find a lawyer when you call. You might be thinking ‘why do I need an attorney?’ While you are not required to have one, a criminal attorney will make sure you know your rights, help protect your best interests and help you navigate through the complicated court system in Carroll County. The quicker you get an attorney working on your situation, the better your chances.

For more detailed information on how to find an attorney, click here: How to Find a Lawyer

If you need an attorney, but can’t afford an attorney, you will be given a public defender for a lawyer. Also, the Public Defender Office has a number of staff such as independent investigators, crime scene and forensics experts and case workers. All Public Defenders are full-fledged attorneys, admitted to the Indiana State Bar Association and are completely licensed to practice law.

Have you or someone you know had to use a Public Defender? Are you happy with how they handled your case?

All court records are public records and are available upon request. Court records have a court case file with a docket and all of the motions, documents, and evidence that have been filed in your case. You can access court records via the internet service, or at the Clerk of Court.

The Carroll County Clerk of Court is an officer and clerk of the court that manages access to court records. They also administer the oath for anyone testifying in court, and also read the verdict when delivered by the jury. All court records from your case are kept at the Carroll County Clerk of Court.

Court fees and costs are the fees and charges associated with your case, such as for example filing charges, motion and claim fees, and court appearance fees. If you don’t have the money 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.

The magistrate acts as the judge that rules over your case in court. Magistrates are judges that do different tasks, such as setting bail, issuing warrants for arrest, and overseeing preliminary court hearings and detention hearings.

Your pre-sentencing report is prepared with the defendant’s background information and information about the defendant’s life history, which the judge will consider when deciding on the sentence. Information and personal details will be collected from the defendant, his or her family members, and if necessary the victim. Be sure to remember you are able to request to receive a copy of this report before you are sentenced, so you have the opportunity to go over it and correct any mistakes in it.

If you get convicted of a crime during your trial, you will be given a sentence for your crime. There are a number of different options, which include community service, house arrest, and probation, to incarceration in either jail (short term) or prison (long term). Depending on how serious your crime was, you may be immediately taken into custody, or you might be given a date that you are required to report to jail to serve your jail time according to your sentence.

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Do you want to find out if someone is locked up, or has ever been in jail?

This is pretty simple to do, just you should access the jail website and do an inmate search, and search by:

• Their name.
• Date of birth.
• Their approximate booking date.
• and their jail inmate ID.

If you think this person is in jail, you can also call the jail find out if they’ve been arrested.

If you think you have a warrant out for your arrest, you are able to check the arrest warrants online or call the court directly. You have to have their first and last name. You can also go to the local jail and ask them. You should be clear that there is an outstanding warrant for your arrest, you will be taken into custody immediately.

If you know the person’s name, and possibly an arrest date, contact the jail, by phone, go there in person, or you can check online. An arrest is a matter of public record and this information is accessible to anyone.

A Civil Process is when you get served with papers, like a court order. You can find these civil process orders by getting in touch with the Sheriff’s office, online or by phone.

All convicted sex offenders are registered on the sex offender databases required by the area they live in. The people listed on these databases have been convicted in a court of law of a sex or kidnapping crime. You are able to view sex offenders on the internet, but you should know that you won’t get the street address, just the address block that they live on.

Court Records are public records. They include a court case file containing a docket sheet and any filings and documents filed in the case. You can access the court records via the internet service ‘Public Access to Court Electronic Records’, or at the clerk’s office of the court in the county where the case was filed.

Every state maintains a record of someone’s criminal background. These state databases are all linked so you can track criminal convictions from another state. Go to county courthouse and check in person or you can check the website. It is helpful to know the county, and if the crime was in a different state entirely, you may have to pay a fee for a more intensive search.

When you look up a person’s criminal records you will get a listing of all the arrests, charges, or convictions for any of the following crimes:

• DUI.
• Drug offenses.
• Kidnapping.
• Rape or other sexual assault.
• Violent crimes.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

When you do a criminal history search, usually will not learn if someone has had any:

• Speeding.
• Drivers license suspended or revoked.
• Been in a traffic accident.
• Other moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To find driving records, you will have to do a search for their driving record.

Have you ever tried to search for someone’s criminal records? How hard was it? Did you search online or did you make a phone call to the Carroll County courthouse? Did you get information that was correct? There are lots of reasons that folks search for criminal records and backgrounds, and your story might help other people.

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Most Wanted

Everyone knows that the FBI has their list of the Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Carroll County, the Carroll County Sheriff keeps their own list of most wanted criminals and fugitives.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: Link

Carroll County Top Ten Most Wanted List


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

Just the thought of getting locked up in Carroll County Jail is something you wish you could avoid, you will soon become accustomed to the daily routine. Prisoners get an alarm to wake up each morning at 6am, and next they’ll do roll call. Then you will get breakfast. When you finish breakfast participate in the work program that you’ve been assigned to. 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 Carroll 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 Carroll 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 process for sending money to inmates at Carroll County Jail is likely to change, so you should review the official website when 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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Photos / Pictures

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Carroll County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Carroll 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 Carroll County Jail

Requirements:

• You have to be over the age of 21.
• You have to possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You have to be a US Citizen.
• You have to pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You have to pass a drug test.
• You have to have a good level of fitness.
• You have to be in good health.
• You have to 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 spent any time at Carroll County Jail? Do you have a friend or family member that is a prisoner there? Have you ever visited someone there?

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

Things you might want to write in what you write:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail layout and facility
• Jail staff and Guards
• Commissary and food
• Visitation Days
• Inmates.
• Inmate safety
• Gangs
• Programs and activities


Speak Your Mind

Tell Your Story

Everyone’s who has been put in jail has some stories about their time ‘inside’. Why were you locked up? Did you get fair treatment? What was your daily routine in jail? How did you get along with the other inmates? How did getting locked up affect your life?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Did you meet some cool folks in jail? Do you want to reconnect with somebody you met when you were locked up? Leave a message for them here.

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Links and Resources

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

Carroll County Jail Visitation Policy Link
Carroll County Jail Jail Mail Policy Link
Find an inmate at Carroll County Jail
Carroll County Jail Warrant Inquiry
Carroll County Jail Arrest Inquiry
Carroll County Jail Send Money Procedure
Carroll County Jail Employment


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