Monticello City Jail

Monticello City Jail Inmate Search and Prison Information

Updated on: March 11, 2024

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Location 301 North Hamilton Street, Monticello, Illinois, 61856

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Monticello City Jail is a low-security jail located in Monticello, Piatt County, Illinois. It houses inmates that are convicted of any crimes under Illinois law who are 18 years and above. Many of the inmates in the Monticello City Jail are held for less than one year. Moreover, most of them are awaiting sentencing, trial, or taking a plea.

The nature of crimes for most of the inmates at Monticello City Jail is not serious. The Illinois Department of Corrections (DOC) operates and maintains the Monticello City Jail. 

Inmate Search

Monticello City Jail, Illinois, operates 24 hours, and it can release an inmate anytime. You can search for an inmate by visiting the Monticello City Jail’s lobby or contact them via telephone. The number to call is 217-762-7727, and the Monticello City Jail’s staff will give you the information you want about an inmate.

Moreover, you can look for the inmate by visiting the Illinois statewide inmate search page. Type the inmates’ full names, age, sex, inmates ID, and detention day.

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Monticello, Piatt County, IL Overview

mottos:
“Yesterday’s charm, today’s innovation”
Coordinates:
40.02806°N 88.57306°W
Country:
United States
State:
Illinois
County:
Piatt
Townships:
Monticello, Sangamon
Area:
Total:
3.89 sq mi (10.06 km2)
Land:
3.85 sq mi (9.96 km2)
Water:
0.04 sq mi (0.10 km2)
Elevation:
660 ft (200 m)
Population (2010):
Total:
5,548
Estimate (2019):
5,534
Density:
1,439.27/sq mi (555.65/km2)
Time zone:
UTC-6 (CST)
Summer (DST):
UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code:
61856
Area code(s):
217
FIPS code:
17-50244

Monticello, Piatt County, IL Police Office Basic Information

Type: Local Police Department

Type:Local Police Department

Full Time Sworn Officers:6

Full Time Civilians:1

Part Time Sworn Officers:3

Part Time Civilians:2

Sending a Mail/ Package

You can send mail to your loved one in Monticello City Jail. However, it would help if you had prior authorization from the authorities. The Monticello City Jail holds the right to reject any mail that they deem to have not followed the laid down procedure. 

Additionally, some contraband is not allowed into the Monticello City Jail, including foodstuff and cash. The Monticello City Jail will not be held liable for any mail that will be lost. It is important to address the mail to the right person.

Address mail to:

Inmate Name, ID Number

Monticello City Jail

301 North Hamilton Street, Monticello, Illinois, 61856

Sending Money

The Monticello City Jail allows inmates to receive money into their commissary account. You can send money orders via mail, checks, or use electronic avenues, including MoneyGram.

When you are sending money via check or money order, ensure you address it to the inmate. Mention their full names and inmate ID. You can also bring cash and deposit it at the Monticello City Jail lobby. 

Phone Calls

The inmates in Monticello City Jail are allowed to make phone calls to those on the outside. Nonetheless, you have to be on the list of approved members to receive the calls. All calls from and into the Monticello City Jail take place from 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

Each inmate at Monticello City Jail is allowed 30 minutes in a day to make a call. However, the time is shortened to 10 minutes during rush hour to ensure every inmate gets a chance to call.

Visitation

Before you visit your loved one in the Monticello City Jail, make sure you are on the approved visitors’ list. No one will be allowed entry Monticello City Jail if they are not on the list. You must come with a government-issued ID, and you should not be a prior felon. The visiting hours at Monticello City Jail are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM throughout the week.

Monticello City Jail — General Information

Facility Name Monticello City Jail
Facility Type City Jail 2
Address 301 North Hamilton Street, Monticello, Illinois, 61856
City Monticello
Postal Code 61856
State Illinois
County Piatt County

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