Tazewell County Jail

County Jail

Last Updated: November 15, 2024
Address
101 S Capitol St, Pekin, IL 61554
Beds
226
County
Tazewell
Phone
309-477-2253
Fax
309-346-8886
Email
jstanton@tazewell-il.gov

Tazewell Co Jail is for County Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County - medium facility.

The phone carrier is Securus Tech®, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at Tazewell Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 309-477-2253.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Tazewell County Jail. From visitation guidelines to contacting jail staff, we're here to support you as you navigate this challenging time. Take a look around and let us help you understand how to best support your family member or friend in custody.

The Tazewell Co Jail, located at 101 S Capitol St in Pekin, IL, is a secure detention center operated by the Tazewell County Sheriff's Office. This facility primarily houses individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, typically for less than two years. It accepts inmates from various jurisdictions, including surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service, and the Pekin Police Department.

New detainees are regularly admitted to the jail, with some being released on bail or placed under pretrial services caseloads. Others await their court appearances at the facility, receiving necessary accommodations such as bedding and meals. View all arrest records here.

Individuals who do not post bail within the first twenty-four hours are required to appear before a judge. During this first appearance, conducted either in person or via telephone, the judge informs the arrested person of the charges against them and sets the bond amount.

Following the intake process, which includes property inventory, medical screening, and booking, inmates are assigned to the general population. Housing assignments are based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, to ensure proper management and safety within the facility.

After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.

The jail is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. The environment in the county jail is considered less stressful than that of a prison because the sentences are much shorter.

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.

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. The Jail enforces 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. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmate workers are selected for community service programs based on their demonstrated good conduct, cooperation with facility staff, and adherence to institutional rules. These criteria ensure that only individuals who exhibit responsibility, reliability, and a commitment to positive behavior are allowed to participate. Participation in these programs not only benefits the community through valuable labor contributions but also offers inmates the chance to develop a strong work ethic, learn transferable job skills, and build a sense of accountability.

In certain cases, involvement in community service programs can contribute to a reduction in an inmate's sentence. This incentive reinforces the importance of maintaining good behavior while incarcerated and highlights the program's dual role in supporting both the community and the inmate's journey toward reintegration.

Inmate Locator

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

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 Schedule a visit, you either come to the TCJC Facility and schedule an onsite visit or through the Securus Website to schedule a remote online visit.

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

  • The new visiting Week starts each Sunday.

Visiting Hours - Sunday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 11:00 am, 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

General Visiting Rules

  • All Visitors and Detainees will be required to observe the following general rules during visitation.
  • A maximum of two (2) adults and two (2) children will be permitted to visit a detainee at any one time.
  • A detainee may refuse to visit with a particular individual.
    Those detainees who are named as the restrained persons in any restraining or other valid court order shall not be allowed visits from persons who are protected by the order.
  • All visits are conducted by video and last approximately 20 minutes.
  • There are No Personal Contacts or Private Visits at the TCJC Facility.
  • Visitors must present a Valid Photo I.D. (Drivers License, State Issued I.D., United States Military I.D., School I.D. or FOID Card) to the Jail Clerks before the visit or you will not be allowed to visit.
  • No Cell Phones, Cameras, or Video are allowed during the visit. Keep electronic devices put away.
  • All people (including children) must be registered and on the schedule to be allowed to visit. If a person's name is not on the schedule they will not be allowed to visit.
  • All persons under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to visit a detainee. No other person may escort an underage person to visitation stations.
    Visitors must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
    Visitors may only communicate with the detainee they are scheduled to see. No switching stations or visits.
  • Children must be supervised at All times and are NOT allowed to be left unattended in the lobby during your visit.
  • Visits are monitored and recorded.
    Staff can stop the visit if any violations occur.
  • Persons Not on the visiting schedule or has not presented a Valid Photo I.D. with the Jail Clerks are not allowed in the visiting area.
  • No food or drinks are allowed in the visiting area.
  • Visitors must be appropriately attired before entry into the visitor’s area of the facility.
  • Inappropriate clothing, such as transparent clothing, halter tops, excessively tight or revealing clothing or any other clothing, such as hats or bandannas, etc. associated with a criminal gang or otherwise deemed unacceptable by staff will not be permitted.
    All visitors must have footwear.
  • Do not put your feet up on visiting the station

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