Franklin County Sheriff

County Sheriff

Last Updated: February 23, 2025
Address
105 5th St SW, Hampton, IA 50441
County
Franklin
Phone
641-456-2731
Fax
641-456-2216

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Franklin Co Sheriff is for County Sheriff offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.

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Welcome to the Franklin Co Sheriff's Directory on InmateAid. Use this tool to find recent arrestees and check the status of arrest warrants. This directory provides current, accurate information, respecting privacy while meeting your needs. Thank you for visiting; we are here to help.

The Franklin County Sheriff's Office operating without an on-site detention facility serves as the central hub for law enforcement and administrative functions within the county. This office manages a range of responsibilities, including law enforcement, community policing, investigative duties, and administrative support. The sheriff and their deputies are responsible for maintaining public safety, responding to emergencies, conducting criminal investigations, and enforcing court orders.

When an individual is arrested within the county, the sheriff's office handles the initial booking process, which includes documenting personal information, recording the details of the arrest, and taking fingerprints and photographs. Since the county lacks its holding jail, the arrestees are not detained at the sheriff's administrative facility. Instead, they are promptly transferred to one of the nearby county jails, the Butler County Jail, the Cerro Gordo County Jail, the Hardin County Jail, and/or the Wright County Jail. These regional facilities are equipped to house inmates and manage their needs from the time of their arrest until their case is adjudicated.

The transfer to a county jail ensures that all individuals are securely detained in a facility designed to handle various security and logistical needs. This center provides housing, meals, medical care, and access to legal resources for the detainees. It also facilitates visitation, communication with family and legal representatives, and participation in programs that may aid in their rehabilitation or legal defense.

Overall, the sheriff's office focuses on the enforcement and administrative aspects of its role, collaborating with the county jail to ensure that arrested individuals are appropriately processed and securely held until their legal proceedings are concluded. This arrangement allows the sheriff's office to concentrate on maintaining law and order within the county while leveraging the resources and infrastructure of the regional detention facility for inmate management.

When you contact one of these facilities, advise them that you are a Franklin County Prisoner and you need to arrange jail time. Once your time is set up, call the Franklin County Sheriff's Office at 641-456-2731 to inform them where you will be serving your time. The Franklin County Sheriff's Office will then send your paperwork to that facility.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Iowa. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Franklin County Sheriff.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

To arrange visitation time as a Franklin County prisoner, contact one of the following jails:

When you contact one of these facilities, inform them that you are looking for a Franklin County prisoner and need to arrange a visit. You may contact the Franklin County Sheriff's Office at 641-456-2731. The Sheriff's Office will then send the necessary paperwork to the facility where your inmate is serving time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs - Franklin County Sheriff

  1. Does Franklin County Sheriff have its own jail?
    No, Franklin Co Sheriff does not operate a full-time jail. Individuals who are arrested are typically held for processing and then transferred to a nearby contracted regional detention facility or another county jail.

  2. Where are arrestees taken after being processed at Franklin County Sheriff?
    After processing, individuals are transferred to a nearby contracted county jail or regional detention center, which houses inmates for the Franklin Co Sheriff on a per-inmate fee basis.

  3. How long can someone be held at Franklin County Sheriff before being transferred?
    Franklin County Sheriff can only detain individuals for a short period, usually under 72 hours, before moving to a contracted detention facility.

  4. How can I find out where someone was transferred after being arrested by Franklin County Sheriff?
    You can check the inmate-locator on the county-website or call 641-456-2731 for information. In most cases, individuals are sent to another contracted facility.

  5. What happens during the booking process at Franklin Co Sheriff?
    Booking includes fingerprinting, photographing, medical screening, and a background check. After processing, arrestees are held temporarily before being transferred to a detention facility.

  6. Can I post bail for someone arrested by Franklin Co Sheriff?
    Yes, bail can be posted through the County Courthouse or the contracted detention facility where the individual is housed. Bail information can be obtained by contacting 641-456-2731.

  7. What are the visitation rules for inmates arrested by Franklin County Sheriff?
    Franklin County Sheriff does not handle inmate visitation. Visitation is managed by the detention facility where the inmate is housed. Check the website of the contracted jail for visitation policies.

  8. Can an attorney visit someone arrested by Franklin Co Sheriff?
    Yes, attorneys can visit clients at the detention facility where they are housed. Contact the contracted jail directly to schedule legal visits.

  9. How can I send money to someone arrested by Franklin County Sheriff?
    Funds must be sent to the contracted detention center’s commissary system, not the Franklin County Sheriff. Visit the https://www.franklincountyia.gov/government/sheriff/divisions/jail_division.php of the facility where the inmate is housed for deposit options.

  10. What happens if an arrestee requires medical attention while in Franklin County Sheriff custody?
    Individuals with medical needs receive basic screening at the Franklin County Sheriff. If serious medical attention is required, they may be transported to a hospital or receive treatment at the contracted detention facility after transfer.

  11. Does Franklin County Sheriff handle long-term incarceration?
    No, Franklin County Sheriff only handles short-term holding for processing and transport. All long-term incarceration is managed by contracted county jails or regional detention centers.

  12. What happens if someone is arrested in Franklin County Sheriff’s jurisdiction but has charges elsewhere?
    If an arrestee has warrants in another jurisdiction, they may be held briefly at Franklin County Sheriff for processing before being transferred to the requesting jurisdiction or a contracted jail.

  13. How do I retrieve personal property from someone arrested by Franklin County Sheriff?
    Personal property is typically held at the Sheriff's Office until the individual is transferred. If the inmate is moved to another jail, property may be sent along or picked up by an authorized person at Franklin County Sheriff’s evidence division.

  14. Can Franklin County Sheriff refuse to take an arrestee due to jail overcrowding?
    Franklin County Sheriff does not operate its own jail, so capacity limitations depend on the contracted jail facility. In cases of overcrowding, alternative arrangements may be made with other regional jails.

  15. Does Franklin County Sheriff offer house arrest or electronic monitoring programs?
    In most cases, house arrest and electronic monitoring are managed by the county probation office or the contracted detention facility, not the Franklin County Sheriff.

  16. Can Franklin County Sheriff issue arrest warrants?
    Yes, the Franklin County Sheriff can request and execute arrest warrants, but detainees are transferred to another facility for holding. Warrant information can be checked through the county court records.

  17. How do I report a complaint about an arrest made by Franklin County Sheriff deputies?
    Complaints can be filed with the Sheriff’s Office Internal Affairs Division. In serious cases, complaints may be reviewed by Iowa’s law enforcement oversight agency.

  18. How can I find out about upcoming court dates for someone arrested by Franklin County Sheriff?
    Court dates are scheduled by the county court system. You can search court dockets online or contact the County Clerk’s Office for hearing details.

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