Floyd County Corrections – New Albany, IN

Floyd County Corrections is located in Floyd County, IN and is the jail for the area. Are you looking for somebody in Floyd County Corrections? This page gives you about everything you might want to know about Floyd County Corrections: Learn how to locate an inmate. Find mugshots. The jail’s address and phone number. Bail and bail bondsmen. Intake procedures and booking. Floyd County court information. And much, much more.

The thought of going to jail is a scary and stressful situation, not only for the person who gets locked up, but also that person’s friends and family. The purpose of this guide is to offer information and tips that you need to make getting locked up a lot easier. If you have a question, please feel free to ask it, and any feedback or comments that might be beneficial to other people in the same situation will be much appreciated.

Do you know someone that is in jail and don’t know how to contact them?

Do you know a family member or friend that has been arrested and you need to find out what jail they’re in?

In order to find out who’s in jail at Floyd County Corrections you need to click on their website and perform an inmate lookup.

The Floyd County Corrections Inmate Locator is a list of persons who are in jail, including current status, bail amount, and visiting schedule. Also, you can get info about anybody arrested and booked or released within the last 24 hours. Jail inmates are listed alphabetically by last name. You can find their inmate information quicker if you have the arrestee’s first and last name, birth date, or arrest number.

If the person you’re searching for might be at another jail you can look here: Indiana County Jails Directory

A mugshot, also known as a jail processing picture, is the photo that the jail takes during jail intake processing. They will take one frontal photo and one profile photo. Your full name and jail ID number will appear on the photos, and they will be on file at the jail.

Mugshots of inmates can be seen online, or you can view them at the Floyd County Corrections. When viewing mugshots online you will have to enter the person’s full name, and the booking date.

Need to know how to get your mugshot erased from the Floyd County Corrections site? This will be difficult, because the mugshot is public record. To get your mugshot taken down you must file a ‘Petition to Expunge’. Basically, this means that all of your arrest records would be sealed, so no one will be able to access them. Depending on your situation, this may be a longshot.

For more information about getting your mugshot taken down, the various websites with mugshots, and the mugshot removal services: How To Get Your Mugshot Taken Down

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Obviously, if you’re in jail, your only thought is about getting out. After you’ve gone through the intake process, your bail is decided using the bail schedule or the magistrate will decide it. 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 are released you are required to agree to show up for court, and until that day you won’t be permitted to leave town.

Typically, inmates will earn time off in exchange for good behavior if they respect the rules and act right while in jail.

If you do exhibit good behavior and the jail believes you can be trusted, you may be allowed to do work release. Either you will have to stay the jail at the end of the day when you’re finished working, or you could have the chance to sleep in a halfway house instead of jail, so it is kind of like an early release.

Bail is the amount of money that you will be required to pay in order to be released from jail until your trial. The amount of bail that is set depends on the seriousness of your charges. You will need to post ten percent of the total that was set so you can be released from jail. If you miss your court date, that person will lose that bail money.

To find out someone’s bail amount you will need to call the Floyd County Corrections. If you’ve got the person’s info, including name, address and date of birth, they’ll tell you the bail amount. You can also check their bail amount and status online.

Posting bail to get out of jail is an unpleasant situation, but thankfully, it’s very simple to do. First of all, you need to find out if they have a “Cash Bond Only” situation. If it is, you can’t use a bail bondsman. Bail can only be paid by cash – they will not take checks. Once you have paid the bond, the person will be discharged. If the conditions of bail are not violated, you’ll get the bail money back.

If the amount of bail set is large, or you just can’t afford it, you will need to use a bail bondsman. Bail bondsmen will usually have a fee of 10 to 15 percent of the total amount of bail set by the magistrate, and usually with a minimum charge of $100. This will not be returned to you and the bondsman only accepts cash. If their bail has been set particularly high, the bail bondsman will in most cases request to use assets as collateral for the bond in addition to their charges.

You can find a bail bondsman go to: Find a bail bondsman

Have you ever used the services of bail bondsman for yourself, a family member or friend? If you have, post a comment below and tell about it, and let us know how things turned out.

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

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The jail intake process includes each of these steps:

• You will be placed in a waiting area or cell. When the jail is busy, it will take a while to get processed.
• First, have to answer some basic questions, like your full legal name, address, birthdate and a contact person.
• They’ll also ask you about your medical and psychological history.
• You will be issued an inmate ID.
• Your fingerprints will be taken.
• You will get your mugshot taken.
• Any personal property you have will be taken from you and stored until you are discharged.
• You will then be allowed to make a phone call so you can contact a member of your family, friend, or bondsman to arrange bail.
• If you think you will get released quickly, you might be allowed to skip the jumpsuit and keep wearing your own clothes, if not you will have to wear a jumpsuit.

Have you been arrested and gone through jail intake? If so, please tell our readers about your experience. How long did it take to get through intake? What was your treatment like? Do you have any things that will help other people that get arrested get through jail processing?

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Once you are able to post bail, you will be allowed to go home after you get discharged. The discharge process takes between 15 minutes to all day. In other words the quicker bail is posted, the sooner you can get released from jail. Also, how fast you get released will depend on whether or not you have a bond amount or if the magistrate must determine your bail amount. For minor charges, you will be booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. If you have served a sentence in jail and know the discharge date, you should plan to be discharged at any time that day – but usually in the morning.

warrant out for your arrest, or if you must start your sentence, it is recommended that you do the right thing and turn yourself into the authorities. If it is for a warrant, go to the jail, in the reception area, and tell an officer that you think they might have an outstanding warrant for your arrest. They will do a check to find out if there is an arrest warrant for you, and if they find one, they will take you into custody. If it is for a jail sentence, go down to the jail on the date and time that the sentence order states. Ensure that you are not late to report. Be sure to only bring approved items when you go to jail, like your driver’s license or photo ID, any prescription medication you might take, along with your doctor’s prescription, and the sentencing order.

The inmate need to list information about each visitor to the jail in advance of any visit. This information will go into a log of visitors as an authorized visitor. Every visitor must provide proof of identification. Any visitors showing up late or that is not on the visitation list will not be allowed to attend visitation.
Visitation procedures frequently change, so you should double-check the official Floyd County Corrections jail site before you try to visit an inmate.

All phone calls from jail are collect calls or through a pre-paid phone account. Calls made in jail are usually more expensive than phone calls made at home. Inmates are able to make phone calls, with restrictions on when and how often you can use the phone, but inmates should keep in mind that there are a limited number of phones, so all the inmates must share phone time. If you break the rules and are disciplined, an inmate’s phone privileges could be reduced or totally denied.

Phone Number: 812-948-5400

All mail must be sent via the US Postal Service. You can’t use any other form of mail delivery. You must write the inmate’s name, prisoner number, and jail address on the letter that you send. Do not mail anything in a package or box, envelope with padding, plastic bag, or an envelope with metal in it. Any mail sent to inmates is opened and inspected by staff, and the mail will be returned to the sender if they decide it is inappropriate.

The mailing address for Floyd County Corrections is:

Floyd County Corrections
311 Hauss Square
New Albany, IN 47150

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Floyd County Corrections
311 Hauss Square
New Albany, IN 47150

The inmate mail policy at Floyd County Corrections changes often, so it would be best to double check the the Floyd County Corrections website before you send a letter to an inmate.

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If you get arrested, you have particular rights, one of these is your right to request a lawyer. You won’t get many phone calls in jail, so it is important to get a friend or relative to locate an attorney when you call. You’re probably asking yourself ‘why do I need a lawyer?’ You are not required to have an attorney for some criminal charges, a lawyer will make sure you know your rights, look after your best interests and help you through the court system. The faster you get an attorney working on your charges, the better.

For more information about the benefits of and how to hire an attorney, read our guide: How to Find an Attorney

If you need an attorney, but can’t afford a lawyer, you will be given a public defender for a lawyer. Also, the Public Defender is staffed by private investigators, experts in forensics as well as case workers. All Public Defenders are bona-fide lawyers, members of the Indiana State Bar and are legally licensed to practice law as an agent of the court.

Have you ever had to use a court appointed attorney or Public Defender? Are you happy with how they handled your case?

Floyd County court records are public records and are available upon request. They have a court case file with a docket sheet and all documents that have been filed in the case. You can access your court case records using the online service, or at the Clerk of Court where the case was filed.

The Clerk of Court is an officer of the court that manages access to court records. They also administer the oath for all court participants, and read the verdict when the jury makes their final decision. All records, documents, and evidence associated with your case are maintained at Floyd County Clerk of Court office.

Court fees are the charges associated with your court case, for example filing fees, motion fees and various court charges. If you don’t have the money to pay these fees and have court appointed legal counsel or a Public Defender, you may get out of having to pay them.

A Magistrate is the person that rules over your case in court. Magistrate judges do different functions, which include setting bail, issuing warrants, and acting as the presiding judge over first court appearances and detention hearings.

A pre-sentencing report is completed with information about the arrestee’s background and details of the defendant’s life and public history, which the magistrate judge will take into consideration when decide your sentence. Information will be solicited from the defendant, his or her family, and in some circumstances the victim of the crime. Be sure to remember that you can ask to see your own copy of the pre-sentencing report before your sentencing, and make sure that you review it and correct any mistakes.

When you are convicted of a crime, you will then get sentenced. The judge will have several different options when sentencing you, ranging from community service to probation, to even incarceration in either jail (short term) or prison (long term). Depending on how serious your crime was, you might get taken into custody immediately, or you could get a date to report to jail to serve your term.

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Do you need to find out if somebody you know is incarcerated in jail, or has ever been locked up?

To do this, you will have to access the jail website and do an inmate search, and search using:

• Name.
• Birthdate.
• Their booking date if you know it.
• or inmate ID.

If you’re not sure if this person is in jail, you should call the jail to find out.

If you think you might have an outstanding warrant, you can access arrest warrants on the website or call the jail directly. This requires a first and last name. Or, you can just go the jail in person and inquire at the information desk. You should know that if there is a warrant for your arrest, you should be prepared to get taken into custody immediately.

If you have a first and last name, and the date of their arrest, contact the Floyd County jail, on the phone, go there in person, or find out online. Arrest records are public record and this is available to anyone.

A Civil Process is when you get served with legal papers, such as court orders. You can find these by getting in touch with the Floyd County Sheriff’s office, online or by phone.

All convicted sex offenders are required to be listed and registered on a sex offender database. Those listed on these databases have been tried by jury and convicted in a court of law of a sex offense. You can access these listings on the internet, but bear in mind that you won’t see the actual address, but only the block of the address that they registered.

Court Records are considered public records, so they are accessible to anyone who requests them. Court Records include a case file that contains a court docket and any filings and documents filed in your case. You are able to access court records on the internet, or at Clerk of Court office where the case was filed.

Each state keeps a record of people’s criminal past. These state databases are linked together and you can track criminal histories from another state. Go to the Floyd County Courthouse and inquire, or you can check online. It is helpful to know the county, and in the event that it was in a completely different state, you may have to pay a fee for a more intensive search.

When you look up someone’s criminal record you will get a report detailing any arrests, charges, or convictions that may be on a person’s record for any of the following crimes:

• Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
• Drug crimes.
• Kidnapping.
• Rape or other sexual assault.
• Violent crimes like assault or murder.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

If you do a criminal records check, usually will not discover if that person had:

• Speeding.
• Drivers license revoked or suspended.
• Traffic accidents.
• Minor infractions or moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

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

Have you ever tried to search for someone’s criminal records? Was it an easy process? Did you do your search online or did you make a phone call to the local courthouse? Was the information correct? There are lots of reasons that people search for criminal records, and your story could help other people that are in the same situation.

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Most Wanted

For Federal crimes, the FBI keeps a list of the Top Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Floyd County, the Sheriff has their own list of the most wanted criminals, that you can access online.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: Link

Floyd County Sheriff’s Department Ten Most Wanted List


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

While the prospect of serving a jail sentence in Floyd County Corrections is quite unpleasant, eventually you will get used to the routine that is set for you. All inmates get an alarm for wake-up every morning at 6:00 AM, and then you’ll have roll call. Then you will eat breakfast. After breakfast, you will 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 Floyd County Corrections, 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 Floyd County Corrections 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 someone in jail at Floyd County Corrections can change, so it would be best to double check the site before you send money to an inmate.


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 Floyd County Corrections

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Floyd County Corrections, 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 Floyd County Corrections

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:

• You have the right to protection from the accused.
• You have the right to notification.
• You have the right to attend proceedings.
• You have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• You have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• You have the right to restitution.
• You have the right to a speedy trial.
• You 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 Floyd County Corrections? Do you have a friend or family member that spent time there? Have you ever visited an inmate at this jail?

If yes, then you should write your review about it. Write down your jail experience because others can find out what to expect.

Things you might want to write in your comment:

• Conditions in Floyd County Corrections.
• Jail, yard and pod layout and facility
• Guards and jail staff
• Jail food and commissary
• Visitation
• Inmates.
• Safety
• Gangs
• Activities and programs


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Tell Your Story

Anyone who’s been 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? Were the other inmates cool? How did it affect you to go to jail?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Did you make friends in jail? Need to find out how to get in touch with an inmate you met while you were incarcerated? Say hello here, just leave a message below.

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Links and Resources

Main Floyd County Corrections Link
Floyd County Corrections Inmate Search
Floyd County Corrections Mugshots
Floyd County Corrections Bail Amount Link

Floyd County Corrections Visitation Policy Link
Floyd County Corrections Mail Policy
Find an inmate at Floyd County Corrections
Floyd County Warrant Inquiry
Floyd County Corrections Arrest Lookup
Floyd County Corrections Send Money Procedure
Jobs at Floyd County Corrections


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