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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Nebraska. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Nebraska, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in Nebraska, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by Nebraska's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in Nebraska
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in Nebraska
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in Nebraska
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Nebraska has Police Station 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 Police Station in a specific county within Nebraska. 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.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in Nebraska
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Nebraska is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Leigh NE Police Jail
109 Short St, Leigh, NE 68643
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Colfax | View Details |
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Schuyler NE Police Jail
1020 A St, Schuyler, NE 68661
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Colfax | View Details |
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Bancroft NE Police Holding
500 Main St, Bancroft, NE 68004
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Cuming | View Details |
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Beemer NE Police Jail
319 Main St
PO Box 78, Beemer, NE 68716
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Cuming | View Details |
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West Point NE Police Jail
444 South Main St
PO Box 327, West Point, NE 68788
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Cuming | View Details |
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Wisner NE Police Jail
1115 Ave E, Wisner, NE 68791
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Cuming | View Details |
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Broken Bow NE Police Jail
116 South 11th Ave, Broken Bow, NE 68822
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Custer | View Details |
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Callaway NE Police Jail
157 Kimball St
PO Box 157, Callaway, NE 68825-0157
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Custer | View Details |
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Village of Arnold NE Police Jail
209 West 1st Ave, Arnold, NE 69120
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Custer | View Details |
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South Sioux City NE Police Jail
701 West 29th St, South Sioux City, NE 68776
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Dakota | View Details |
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Chadron NE Police Jail
125 Main St, Chadron, NE 69337
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Dawes | View Details |
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Cozad NE Police Jail
229 East 8th St, Cozad, NE 69130
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Dawson | View Details |
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Gothenburg NE Police Jail
405 9th St, Gothenburg, NE 69138
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Dawson | View Details |
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Lexington NE Police Jail
406 East 7th St, Lexington, NE 68850
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Dawson | View Details |
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Emerson NE Police Jail
211 West Front St, Emerson, NE 68735
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Dixon | View Details |
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Ponca NE Police Jail
302 3rd St, Ponca, NE 68770
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Dixon | View Details |
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Fremont NE Police Jail
725 North Park Ave, Fremont, NE 68025
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Dodge | View Details |
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Hooper NE Police Jail
203 North Main St, Hooper, NE 68371
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Dodge | View Details |
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Scribner NE Police Jail
508 3rd St, Scribner, NE 68057
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Dodge | View Details |
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Elkhorn City NE Police Jail
401 Glenn St, Elkhorn, NE 68022
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Douglas | View Details |
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La Vista NE Police Jail
7701 South 96th St, La Vista, NE 68128
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Douglas | View Details |
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Ralston NE Police Jail
7400 Main St, Ralston, NE 68127
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Douglas | View Details |
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Exeter Village NE Police Jail
202 North Exeter Ave, Exeter, NE 68351
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Fillmore | View Details |
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Beatrice NE Police Jail
201 North 5th St, Beatrice, NE 6831
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Gage | View Details |
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Wymore NE Police Jail
302 South 6th St, Wymore, NE 68309
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Gage | View Details |
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