Ashland County OH Jail

You can support your loved ones at Ashland Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 419-281-9009.

When someone you care about gets locked up, it's tough to figure out all the ins and outs of jail life. From sending mail to visiting, there are a lot of things to sort out. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get a handle on how things work here so that you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Ashland Co Jail is a detention center located at 1205 E Main St Ashland, OH which is operated locally by the Ashland County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Ashland County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Ashland Police Department, and the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees arrive at the jail regularly, with some being released on bail, placed under pretrial services caseloads, supervised by probation agencies, or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who are not released await their court appearances at the jail, receiving accommodations including bedding and meals.

You can see all the arrest records for Ohio here.

The Corrections Division manages adult detentions within the jurisdiction of the Sheriff's Office and operates the only full-service jail in Ashland County. This facility, inaugurated on February 24, 2001, is a state-of-the-art modular-style jail with a capacity for 127 inmates and staffed by 34 officers. It was designed to cater to the needs of a growing Ashland County. The average daily population of the jail is approximately 110 inmates, and the facility processes around 1750 bookings annually.

As a full-service jail, the facility offers a comprehensive range of programs and activities for inmates. These include Alcohol and Drug Counseling, Anger Management, Parenting Plus, G.E.D. education, and full medical and psychological services. The jail also provides laundry, library, and commissary services. Inmates have access to Bible study and religious counseling, as well as recreational activities such as television and table games. Additionally, the facility offers Community Service projects and Life Skills training. However, the Work Release Program has been suspended indefinitely.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate.

Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, orders may be doubled. Indigent inmates must miss two commissary days to receive a weekly indigent pack containing basic hygiene items, and indigent mail is stamped only for the Attorney of Record or the Court. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee.

The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged. You may send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at $8.00.

The facility adheres to all minimum standards established by the Bureau of Adult Detention and has consistently achieved a 100% rating from the bureau for the past eight years. This accomplishment is largely attributed to the dedication and professionalism of the staff. All personnel must undergo a rigorous pre-employment screening process before being hired and are required to attend a certified Jail Academy. Furthermore, staff members must complete a minimum of 24 hours of in-service training annually. For more detailed information on permitted items and regulations, refer to the Inmate Handbook.