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This page lists all 125 city jails in Indiana. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Indiana
Understanding city jails in the Indiana
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Indiana. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Indiana, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Indiana, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Indiana's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Indiana, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Indiana
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Indiana has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Indiana. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Indiana
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Indiana
The full list of city jails in Indiana is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Michigan Jail
102 West Second St, Michigan City, IN 46360
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LaPorte | View Details |
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Trail Creek Jail
211 Rainbow Trail, Trail Creek, IN 46360
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LaPorte | View Details |
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Mitchell Jail
628 West Main St, Mitchell, IN 47446
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Oolitic Jail
109 Main St, Oolitic, IN 47451
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Lawrence | View Details |
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Anderson Jail
1040 Main St, Anderson, IN 46018
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Madison | View Details |
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Elwood Jail
1505 South B St, Elwood, IN 46036
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Madison | View Details |
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Pendleton Jail
120 East State St, Pendleton, IN 46064
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Madison | View Details |
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Beech Grove Jail
340 East Churchman Ave, Beech Grove, IN 46107
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Marion | View Details |
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Lawrence Jail
9001 East 59th St, Lawrence, IN 46216
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Marion | View Details |
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Rocky Ripple Jail
930 West 54th St, Rocky Ripple, IN 46208
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Marion | View Details |
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Southport Jail
6901 Derbyshire Road, Southport, IN 46227-5133
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Marion | View Details |
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Speedway Jail
1410 North Lynhurst Drive, Speedway, IN 46224
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Marion | View Details |
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Plymouth Jail
215 West Washington St, Plymouth, IN 46563
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Marshall | View Details |
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Peru Jail
35 South Broadway, Peru, IN 46970
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Miami | View Details |
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Bloomington Jail
220 East Third St, Bloomington, IN 47404
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Monroe | View Details |
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Kentland Jail
300 North Third St, Kentland, IN 47951
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Newton | View Details |
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Kendallville Jail
234 South Main St, Kendallville, IN 46755
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Noble | View Details |
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Orleans Jail
148 North Maple St, Orleans, IN 47452-1424
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Orange | View Details |
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Tell Jail
707 Mozart St, Tell City, IN 47586
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Perry | View Details |
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Chesterton Jail
790 Broadway, Chesterton, IN 46304
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Porter | View Details |
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Kouts Jail
210 South Main St, Kouts, IN 46347
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Porter | View Details |
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Portage Jail
2693 Irving St, Portage, IN 46368
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Porter | View Details |
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Valparaiso Jail
355 South Washington St,, Valparaiso, IN 46383
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Porter | View Details |
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Mount Vernon Jail
526 Main St, Mount Vernon, IN 47620
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Posey | View Details |
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Greencastle Jail
600 North Jackson St, Greencastle, IN 46135
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Putnam | View Details |
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