Fulton County IL Jail

County Jail

Last Updated: November 15, 2024
Address
268 W Washington Ave, Lewiston, IL 61542
Beds
65
County
Fulton
Phone
309-547-2277
Fax
309-547-2355
Email
sheriff@fultonco.org

Fulton 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.

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You can support your loved ones at Fulton Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 309-547-2277.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Fulton County IL 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 Fulton Co Jail, located at 268 W Washington Ave in Lewiston, IL, is a secure detention center operated by the Fulton 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 Lewiston 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 Fulton County IL 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

All visits are scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.

All visits are scheduled through Inmatesales.com. Customer Service 1-866-340-7879

    • Step 1: Go to Inmatesales.com
    • Step 2: Create or login to your Inmatesales account
    • Follow the instructions on the screen. Visits are for up to twenty five (25) minutes per visit.

To visit with a mobile device, download the app, login and visit. Apple Mobile Devices (iPhone & iPad): use Inmate Sales App in the App store. Windows & Mac Computers: use Chrome Browser. Android Mobile Devices: use Chrome Browser.

ON-SITE VISITING

All visits are recorded unless Attorney privilege, etc. applies.

  • ABSOLUTELY no electronic communication devices are allowed out in the visiting room. Those who violate this will be banned from visitation for a period of time to be determined by the jail administrator.
  • On-site visiting is limited at 2 visits per week. Visits are up to twenty five (25) minutes per visit.
  • Visitors that appear to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to visit.
  • Visitors are required to be fully dressed. Visitors in revealing attire that is considered to be inappropriate will not be allowed the visit. If at any time the inmate or visitor lifts their tops or drops their bottoms exposing themselves, the visit can be terminated and the inmate and visitor will not be allowed to visit for a time to be determined by the jail administrator.
  • Group visiting is not allowed. Only the visitor listed as the scheduled visitor is allowed (excluding children age 17 or younger). Person under the age of 17 shall be accompanied by an adult with picture identification.

REMOTE VIDEO VISITS

All visits are recorded.

  • No electronic devices of any type (cell phones, tablets, computers, etc.), alcohol, drugs or weapons of any type will be permitted/present on the visit.
  • Remote visits are unlimited. Visits are up to twenty-five (25) minutes per visit.
  • The person who scheduled the visit must appear on the visit.
  • Visitors who appear to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will not be permitted to visit.
  • NO illegal activity may be present during the visit.
  • All visitors (including children) will be fully dressed at all times while visible on the visit. This includes shirts and pants. If at any time the attire of ANY visitor is deemed inappropriate, the visit can be terminated and the person whose name the visit was scheduled under may have their visitation privileges suspended. This includes but not limited to transparent or extremely short pants, dresses, skirts, swimsuits, bare midriff attire or halter tops. If at any time the inmate or visitor lifts their tops or drops their bottoms exposing themselves, the visit can be terminated and the inmate and visitor will not be allowed to visit for a time to be determined by the jail administrator.

Rules for All Visits

The Jail Superintendent or designee may terminate video visitation at his/her discretion for any of, but not excluding the following:

  1. Action(s) that may cause damage to the system.
  2. Loud or disruptive behavior.
  3. Lewd or obscene behavior.
  4. Any facility emergency.
  5. Another detainee who takes over or is allowed the visit who has not signed up.
  6. Another person takes over the visit that is not the scheduled visitor (excluding children of the inmate under the age of 17 years).
  7. Illegal activities during the visit.
  8. Visitation between parties involving any known order of protection shall not be permitted.
  9. Any person on a visitation list that creates a problem for staff may have their visitation rights revoked.

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