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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Rhode Island. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island
- 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 Rhode Island
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 Rhode Island
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Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Rhode Island 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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Barrington RI Police Jail
100 Federal Rd., Barrington, RI 02806
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Bristol | View Details |
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Brown RI Police Jail
395 Metacom Ave., Bristol, RI 02809
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Bristol | View Details |
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Town of Bristol RI Police Jail
395 Metacom Ave, Bristol, RI 02809
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Bristol | View Details |
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Warren RI Police Jail
1 Joyce St., Warren, RI 02885
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Bristol | View Details |
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Covenrty RI Police Jail
1075 Main St., Coventry, RI 02816
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Kent | View Details |
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East Greenwich RI Police Jail
176 First Ave., East Greenwich, RI 02818
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Kent | View Details |
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Warwick RI Police Jail
99 Veterans Memorial Dr., Warwick, RI 02886
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Kent | View Details |
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West Greenwich RI Police Jail
280 Victory Hwy., West Greenwich, RI 02817
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Kent | View Details |
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West Warwick RI Police Jail
1162 Main St., West Warwick, RI 02893
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Kent | View Details |
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Jamestown RI Police Jail
250 Conanicus Ave., Jamestown, RI 02835
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Newport | View Details |
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Little Compton RI Police Jail
60 Simmons Rd., Little Compton, RI 02837
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Newport | View Details |
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Middletown RI Police Jail
123 Valley Rd., Middletown, RI 02842
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Newport | View Details |
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Newport RI Police Jail
120 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840
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Newport | View Details |
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Portsmouth RI Police Jail
2270 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI 02871
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Newport | View Details |
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Tiverton RI Police Jail
20 Industrial Way, Tiverton, RI 02878
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Newport | View Details |
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Moore Township PA Police Jail
2491 Community Drive, Bath, RI 18014
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Northampton | View Details |
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Cranston RI Police Jail
5 Garfield Ave., Cranston, RI 02920
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Providence | View Details |
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Cumberland RI Police Jail
1380 Diamond Hill Rd., Cumberland, RI 02864
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Providence | View Details |
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East Providence RI Police Jail
750 Waterman Ave., East Providence, RI 02914
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Providence | View Details |
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Foster RI Police Jail
182 Howard Hill Rd., Foster, RI 02825
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Providence | View Details |
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Glocester RI Police Jail
162 Chopmist Hill Rd., Chepachet, RI 02814
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Providence | View Details |
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Johnston RI Police Jail
1651 Atwood Ave., Johnston, RI 02919
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Providence | View Details |
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Lincoln RI Police Jail
100 Old River Rd., Lincoln, RI 02865
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Providence | View Details |
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North Providence RI Police Jail
1967 Mineral Spring Ave., North Providence, RI 02904
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Providence | View Details |
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North Smithfield RI Police Jail
575 Smithfield Rd., North Smithfield, RI 02896
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Providence | View Details |
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