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Hamlin County Sheriff

County Sheriff

Last Updated: July 21, 2025
Address
300 4th St, Hayti, SD 57241-0208
County
Hamlin
Phone
605-783-3232
Fax
605-783-1330
Email
hamcoso@itctel.com

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Official Resources

Welcome to the Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff's Office, located inside the County Courthouse, operates under the leadership of Sheriff Chad Schlotterbeck. The office is staffed by the sheriff and five deputies, providing 24-hour law enforcement coverage across the county’s 538 square miles, serving a population of over 6,450 residents. The sheriff’s office is committed to public safety, crime prevention, and law enforcement, ensuring that the community receives professional and efficient service.

The office provides a variety of services, including 24/7 electronic alcohol monitoring, civil paper service for legal documents, and debt collection on distress warrants or execution of judgments. Deputies enforce state and county laws, conduct criminal investigations and vehicle crash reports, and transport inmates to court and medical appointments. The sheriff’s office also facilitates safety talks and school resource programs, ensuring proactive engagement with the community.

Additionally, the Hamlin County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for court security, arrest warrant service, sex offender registration, traffic enforcement, and event security. It also issues concealed pistol permits, performs fingerprinting for background checks, and manages sheriff’s sales. For individuals facing involuntary mental health commitments, the office handles secure transportation to designated facilities.

Hamlin County does not operate its own jail facility but instead contracts with the Brookings and Codington County Detention Centers to house inmates. The sheriff’s office remains dedicated to protecting the residents of Hamlin County, upholding the law, and ensuring the safety and security of the community through professional law enforcement services.

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Inmate Locator

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

There are no visits at this location, please go to the Brookings or Codington County Detention Centers for visitation rules, scheduling, and times.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hamlin County Sheriff

  1. Does Hamlin County Sheriff have its own jail?
    No, Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff?
    After processing, individuals are transferred to a nearby contracted county jail or regional detention center, which houses inmates for the Hamlin Co Sheriff on a per-inmate fee basis.

  3. How long can someone be held at Hamlin County Sheriff before being transferred?
    Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff?
    You can check the inmate-locator on the county-website or call 605-783-3232 for information. In most cases, individuals are sent to another contracted facility.

  5. What happens during the booking process at Hamlin 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 Hamlin 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 605-783-3232.

  7. What are the visitation rules for inmates arrested by Hamlin County Sheriff?
    Hamlin 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 Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff?
    Funds must be sent to the contracted detention center’s commissary system, not the Hamlin County Sheriff. Visit the of the facility where the inmate is housed for deposit options.

  10. What happens if an arrestee requires medical attention while in Hamlin County Sheriff custody?
    Individuals with medical needs receive basic screening at the Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff handle long-term incarceration?
    No, Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff’s jurisdiction but has charges elsewhere?
    If an arrestee has warrants in another jurisdiction, they may be held briefly at Hamlin 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 Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff’s evidence division.

  14. Can Hamlin County Sheriff refuse to take an arrestee due to jail overcrowding?
    Hamlin 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 Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff.

  16. Can Hamlin County Sheriff issue arrest warrants?
    Yes, the Hamlin 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 Hamlin County Sheriff deputies?
    Complaints can be filed with the Sheriff’s Office Internal Affairs Division. In serious cases, complaints may be reviewed by South Dakota’s law enforcement oversight agency.

  18. How can I find out about upcoming court dates for someone arrested by Hamlin 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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