Geauga County Safety Center (ICE)

The Geauga County Safety Center commenced operations on December 28th, 2005, facilitating the transfer of 47 inmates from the previous linear facility situated at 13281 Ravenna Road to the newly constructed premises on Merritt Road. This modern facility boasts a rated capacity of 182 beds, with specific allocations including 38 beds designated for female inmates, 84 beds for male inmates in the general population, and 60 beds reserved for males participating in the Community Service/Work release program. Additionally, the facility features nine cells equipped with closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, facilitating enhanced monitoring of inmates necessitating special attention, such as those on suicide watch, exhibiting mental health concerns, or requiring segregation due to disciplinary issues.

The Corrections staff undertook rigorous efforts to achieve State Certification through the Ohio Bureau of Adult Detention, culminating in a final inspection in December. The Geauga County Safety Center has attained approval as a Certified Jail in the State of Ohio, having demonstrated full compliance with all standards established by the Bureau of Adult Detention. This certification remains valid for five years, with renewal proceedings scheduled for the fifth year.

If you need information about a detainee who is housed at this facility, you may call (216) 535-0368 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. When you call, please have the individual’s biographical information ready, including first, last, and hyphenated names, any aliases he or she may use, date of birth, and country of birth. You can begin your detainee search here.

Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (440) 279-2009 and leave the detainee’s full name, alien registration number, and your name and telephone number where you can be reached. The detainee will be given your message. 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. 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. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can reduce sentences by one day for every 24 hours of work. Inmate workers receive double feeding trays and two mattresses. 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.