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This page lists all 94 county jails in Oklahoma. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About County Jails in Oklahoma
Understanding county jails in the Oklahoma
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Oklahoma. This page lists every active county-level detention facility operating across Oklahoma, providing families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, social workers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about county-level incarceration. County jails are often the first longer-term facility a person is sent to after initial arrest and police booking, making this directory essential for anyone trying to locate a recently arrested loved one.
What Are County Jails and How Do They Work?
County jails in Oklahoma are local correctional facilities operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections. They serve as the primary point of longer-term detention for individuals awaiting trial, unable to make bail, or serving shorter sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The county jail system is decentralized — each county operates its own facility tailored to its population size, court system, and law enforcement needs. This means county jails vary significantly in size, capacity, programming, and conditions.
How County Jails Differ From Other Facilities
- County Jails: Operated by sheriff's office. Hold pretrial detainees, those unable to make bail, misdemeanor sentences under one year.
- City/Municipal Jails: Operated by city police. Shorter holds immediately after arrest before county transfer.
- Police Lockups: Short-term holding (24-72 hours) during initial booking and processing.
- State Prisons: Operated by Oklahoma's DOC for felony sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
Types of County Correctional Facilities
- County Jail: Standard county detention facility serving the general pretrial and sentenced misdemeanor population.
- County Correctional Center: Larger facility with expanded programming, multiple housing units, and specialized services.
- County Detention Center: Often houses higher proportion of pretrial detainees or federal contract inmates.
- County Work Release Center: Minimum-security allowing day employment with evening return.
- County Medical/Mental Health Facility: Specialized units for inmates requiring ongoing medical or mental health care.
- County Honor Farm: Minimum-security where inmates perform outdoor work assignments.
How to Use This Directory
- Browse the full directory of all county jails in Oklahoma by scrolling below.
- Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific county.
- Switch states using the state selector to load county jails in any other US state.
- Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and inmate search.
- Locate an inmate using the search feature on any facility page or our main inmate locator.
Finding an Inmate in a County Jail
County jails maintain their own inmate databases, and most offer online inmate lookup tools through the county sheriff's website. The fastest way to find someone is to identify the county where they were arrested using the directory below, then visit that facility's dedicated page to use the inmate search feature. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all county jails simultaneously.
Visitation
Policies vary considerably — some jails offer in-person contact visits, others have non-contact or video visitation only. Check visitation rules for the specific facility before planning a visit. Click any facility to view its complete visitation guidelines.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only from pre-approved numbers. Your number must be registered with the facility's phone provider and a prepaid account funded. Read our calling guide for complete setup instructions.
Getting Bail
Once bail is set at arraignment, pay it directly to the county jail or court, or work with a licensed bail bondsman who will post bail for a fee of 10-15% of the total amount.
Programs Available
Larger county jails typically offer GED and literacy programs, substance abuse counseling, religious services, and sometimes vocational training. Program availability varies significantly by facility size and resources.
Sheriff's Role
In most counties, the sheriff's office operates and manages the county jail. The sheriff is accountable for safe, humane, and legally compliant operation, including staffing, programming, medical services, and state/federal compliance.
Release & Reentry
Release can happen through bail, sentence completion, dismissal of charges, or court order. The transition back to daily life requires planning for employment, family reconnection, court-ordered supervision, and financial stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
County Jails by County in Oklahoma
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Filter County Jails by County
Oklahoma has County 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 County Jails in a specific county within Oklahoma. 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 County Jails in Oklahoma
Complete listing of county jails
Browse the Complete List of County Jails in Oklahoma
The full directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Oklahoma is displayed below. Every active county-operated detention facility is included in this listing. Each entry includes the facility name, operating county, location, address, security classification, and contact information. County jails are operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections and serve as the primary detention facility for the county's pretrial population and sentenced misdemeanor offenders.
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Adair County OK Jail
600 Paul Meade Road, Stillwell, OK 74960
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Adair | View Details |
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Alfalfa County Jail
300 South Grand Ave, Cherokee, OK 73728-2548
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Alfalfa | View Details |
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Atoka County Jail
201 East Court St, Atoka, OK 74525-2056
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Atoka | View Details |
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Beaver County OK Jail
215 Ave East
PO Box 687, Beaver, OK 73932
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Beaver | View Details |
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Beckham County OK Jail
108 South Third St, Sayre, OK 73662
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Beckham | View Details |
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Beckham County OK Juvenile
202 South Third St, Sayre, OK 73662
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Beckham | View Details |
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Blaine County OK Jail
212 North Weigle Ave, Watonga, OK 73772
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Blaine | View Details |
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Bryan County OK Confinement Center
402 West Evergreen St, Durant, OK 74701
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Bryan | View Details |
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Bryan County OK Juvenile Detention
402 West Evergreen St, Durant, OK 74701
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Bryan | View Details |
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Caddo County OK Jail
201 West Oklahoma Ave, Anadarko, OK 73005
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Caddo | View Details |
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Canadian County Juvenile
7905 East Hwy 66, El Reno, OK 73036
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Canadian | View Details |
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Canadian County OK Jail
208 West Rogers St, El Reno, OK 73036
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Canadian | View Details |
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Carter County OK Jail
100 South Washington, Ardmore, OK 73401-7039
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Carter | View Details |
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Cherokee County OK Jail
213 West Delaware St, Tahlequah, OK 74464
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Choctaw County OK Jail
305 East Jefferson St, Hugo, OK 74743-4405
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Choctaw | View Details |
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Cimarron County OK Jail
#1 Courthouse Square
PO Box 835, Boise City, OK 73933-0835
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Cimarron | View Details |
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Cleveland County OK (F. Dewayne Beggs) Detention Center
2550 West Franklin Rd, Norman, OK 73069
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Cleveland | View Details |
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Cleveland County OK Juvenile Detention
1650 Tecumseh Road, Norman, OK 73069
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Cleveland | View Details |
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Coal County OK Jail
4 North Main St
Suite 8, Coalgate, OK 74538
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Coal | View Details |
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Comanche County OK Detention Center
315 SW Fifth St, Lawton, OK 73501-4347
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Comanche | View Details |
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Comanche County OK Juvenile Detention
701 SW 17th St, Lawton, OK 73501
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Comanche | View Details |
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Cotton County OK Jail
301 North Broadway St, Walters, OK 73572-1286
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Cotton | View Details |
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Craig County OK Jail
301 West Canadian Ave, Vinita, OK 74301
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Craig | View Details |
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Craig County OK Juvenile
442104 East 250 Road, Vinita, OK 74301
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Craig | View Details |
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Creek County OK Justice Center
9175 Ridgeview St, Sapulpa, OK 74067
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Creek | View Details |
County Jails in Other States
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