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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Wisconsin. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin, 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 Wisconsin'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 Wisconsin
- 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 Wisconsin
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 Wisconsin
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Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Wisconsin 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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River Falls WI Police Jail
125 East Elm St, River Falls, WI 54022
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St. Croix | View Details |
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Roberts WI Police Jail
107 E Maple St, Roberts, WI 54023
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St. Croix | View Details |
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Somerset WI Police Jail
110 Spring St, Somerset, WI 54025
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St. Croix | View Details |
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Spring Valley WI Police Jail
E 121 S 2nd St, Spring Valley, WI 54767
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St. Croix | View Details |
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Star Prairie WI Police Jail
310 Hill Ave, Star Prairie, WI 54026
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St. Croix | View Details |
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Woodville WI Police Jail
102 S Main St, Woodville, WI 54028
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St. Croix | View Details |
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Gilman WI Police Jail
115 W Davlin St, Gilman, WI 54433
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Taylor | View Details |
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Medford WI Police Jail
224 South Second St, Medford, WI 54451
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Taylor | View Details |
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Rib Lake WI Police Jail
655 Pearl St, Rib Lake, WI 54470
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Taylor | View Details |
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Arcadia WI Police Jail
203 W Main St, Arcadia, WI 54612
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Blair WI Police Jail
122 S Urberg Ave, Blair, WI 54616
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Eleva WI Police Jail
50480 S Main, Eleva, WI 54738
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Ettrick WI Police Jail
22864 N Main St, Ettrick, WI 54627
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Galesville WI Police Jail
16773 S Main St, Galesville, WI 54630
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Independence WI Police Jail
23688 Adams St, Independence, WI 54747
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Osseo WI Police Jail
13712 8th St, Osseo, WI 54758
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Strum WI Police Jail
202 5th Ave S, Strum, WI 54770
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Trempealeau WI Police Jail
24455 E 3rd St, Trempealeau, WI 54661
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Whitehall WI Police Jail
18620 Hobson St, Whitehall, WI 54773
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Trempealeau | View Details |
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Chaseburg WI Police Jail
PO Box 84, Chaseburg, WI 54621
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Vernon | View Details |
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Coon Valley WI Police Jail
205 Anderson St, Coon Valley, WI 54623
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Vernon | View Details |
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Hillsboro WI Police Jail
836 Prairie Ave, Hillsboro, WI 54634
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Vernon | View Details |
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La Farge WI Police Jail
105 W Main St, La Farge, WI 54639
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Vernon | View Details |
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Ontario WI Police Jail
313 Main St, Ontario, WI 54651
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Vernon | View Details |
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Readstown WI Police Jail
116 N 4 St, Readstown, WI 54652
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Vernon | View Details |
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