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Monroe County MI Jail – Main Office (ICE) basic information to help guide you through what you can do for your inmate while they are incarcerated. The facility's direct contact number: 734-240-7401
This facility is for adult inmates.
The Monroe County MI Jail – Main Office (ICE) is a medium-security detention center located at 100 East Second St Monroe, MI which is operated locally by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Monroe County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service and the Monroe Police Department who do not have their own long-term lock-up.
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Monroe County Sheriff's Office Jail History
Whipping Post
The whipping post was one of the institutions under the territorial law in Michigan and Monroe made use of it to some extent in dealing with "undesirable citizens ". It proved quite effectual in banishing rogues, even if it did not reclaim them. An instance of thoroughly applying the remedy to evil-doers, was the case of one Thiebault, who was whipped at the "town pump" which stood at the northeast corner of the public square nearly in front of the present location of the Presbyterian church which was then the location of the court house. He had committed a larceny of merchandise at Henry Disbrow 's store, (afterwards James McBride 's saddlery and harness shop)…
It was not creditable to the territory that public whipping was allowed to be inflicted on Indians, negroes and others convicted of various small offenses by the order of a simple justice. The not less barbarous custom of selling paupers to the highest bidder, along with the disgusting spectacle of the ball-and-chain gang were not abandoned until 1835, when this relic of barbarism was forever done away with in Michigan.
History of Monroe County Michigan by John McClellan Bulkley
Vol.1, P. 545 Lewis Publishing Co. 1913
The First Jail
The first jail was located in the old yellow court house which stood on the public square. The second story was used for the court. The east part of the first story served as the residence of the jailer and the west part was for the jail. It had a small space in the rear surrounded by a stockade that served as a yard
for the prisoners.
It was in front of this building the whipping post was located where criminals were sentenced to be lashed.
The Second Jail
The old stone jail was built in 1840. It was located in the southeast part of the city of Monroe on the Isadore Navarre Platt; namely, the northeast corner of Navarre and Fifth streets.
The Third Jail
This jail was built in 1892 on the location now occupied by the County Annex Building. Its cost including the Sheriff's residence was $8,770.00. At the rear of the building was the kitchen. The cook, usually the Sheriff's wife, prepared the meals for the inmates. The jail cellblock held 16 men. They slept on bunks in an iron cage, in the center of the room. The jail also had two cells for women an a padded cell.
The jail was given an unfavorable report by the "County Jail Inspection Committee " in 1896. It was finally condemned by the "State Welfare Commission" for its "lack of sanitation. " It was torn down in December, 1930, by a governor 's order.
The Fourth Jail
The fourth jail was built behind the third jail on the site of the present County Annex Building. It was constructed in 1931 at a cost of $46,000.00. It was affectionately known as "Harrington 's Hotel" in respect to Sheriff Charles G. Harrington.
In 1959, a $113,000.00 addition was completed in which the second floor housing was finished and the jail entrance was extended south to become flush with the courthouse.
In 1961, work in the basement was completed adding more space there and making it possible to open the fire control and booking portion and new holding cells. The jail remained that way for the next twenty years.
On October 14, 1981, almost exactly fifty years after its opening, prisoners were transferred from the old jail to the present jail. The old jail was torn down in 1982.
The Fifth Jail
The fifth Monroe County jail was built across from the fourth jail on Second Street facing north, in 1981. The cost of the project was over 11 million dollars. An enclosed catwalk was erected between the jail and the courthouse, connecting the third floors of each building. This bridge is how the inmates are moved back and forth from the jail to the courthouse for court appearances. When built, the jail was to house 127 inmates, including 24 cells to handle the female population of the jail. When the jail opened, 68 inmates were transferred over from the other jail. As time passed and the population of the jail increased, it became apparent that the jail was becoming overcrowded. As a temporary solution to the overcrowding, the County decided to house inmates at other County Facilities. The County was soon paying $500,000.00 a year for the housing out of inmates.
In the spring of 1997, the Sheriff was able to obtain a grant from the State of Michigan for 111,000.00. The grant was used to double-bunk some of the cells. The double-bunking enabled the jail to house 183 inmates. Still the jail remained overcrowded and a more permanent solution was needed. The County, the Sheriff and the other county officials enlisted the help from many sources in and outside the County to help find a solution to the jail overcrowding. It was decided that a sixth jail would be built for minimum-security prisoners. The present jail would be kept in operation to house the more serious offenders.
The Sixth Jail
In June 1999, Monroe County purchased 155 acres of land on East Dunbar Road, Monroe Township for the construction of a new and larger jail. Future growth and needs of the Monroe County Sheriff's Office were taken into consideration when the land was purchased. Due to cost restraints and immediate jail needs, it was decided that the new jail would be built in phases to accommodate the future growth of the jail population.
Construction of the new Inmate Dormitory Facility was started in September of 1999. The construction encompassed two 80 man dormitory style-housing units and the administrative support unit. The administrative support unit was constructed support a prisoner population of 400. The administrative unit encompasses intake, medical, classrooms, training area, maintenance, administration and public areas.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM
When available the Monroe County Correctional Facility may offer educational opportunities for inmates who do not have a traditional high school diploma. Three basic components to the education program are explained below. The Adult Basic Education program provides skill-building opportunities in the areas of reading, writing, and math. Students who have had limited schooling or have been out of school for several years and need to brush up would benefit from this program. The building of basic skills can lead to the G.E.D. or high school diploma program. G.E.D. program: The G.E.D. test measures knowledge in five basic subject areas: math, reading, writing, science, and social studies. An overall total of 225 points must be achieved in order to receive a certificate. G.E.D. testing when available is scheduled from September through June and may be partially or totally completed free of charge while the student is at the Monroe County Correctional Facility. Possession of a G.E.D. certificate is of great value when seeking employment. Community colleges and trade schools accept G.E.D certification for entrance and it also provides qualification for financial aid. Educational opportunity may be available to eligible inmates of the Monroe County Correctional Facility who are in compliance with jail policies. Participation in the educational program is on a voluntary basis, unless the inmate is court ordered to attend. Failure to comply with jail administration or school rules may result in the student’s dismissal from the program.
If you need information about a detainee that is housed at this facility, you may call (313) 568-6049 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.
Detainees cannot receive incoming calls. If you need to get in touch with a detainee to leave an urgent message, you must call (734) 240-8001 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.
visitation Info
Monroe County Michigan Jail General Population – Visiting Hours
Main Jail Saturday and Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Arrival must be no later than 30 minutes before the end of visiting hours in order to visit. (10:30 am and 3:30 pm)
NOTE: Arrival at this time does not guarantee a visit.
Visitation Rules
NON CONTACT VISITATION: All classified Inmates, except those suffering the loss of this privilege due to disciplinary action, are entitled two (2) visits per week, one (1) visit per visitation, (two person per visit). Inmates must submit a request form for visitation authorization approval. In other words you MUST be on the Inmates VISITATION LIST Inmates 'Will be allowed a total of eight (8) visitors on their list. (two non family visitors per Inmate will be approved). NO EXCEPTIONS WILL BE MADE IN THIS AREA. After the original approval Inmates are authorized only one visitation change. Visits shall not exceed 30 minutes but not less than 10 minutes.
AGE REQUIREMENT: Because of limited space only the following can visit at any one time:
ONLY TWO ADULTS OR ONE ADULT AND ONE CHILD
Visitors under the age of 18 year MUST BE IMMEDIATE FAMILY MEMBERS and MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY ANOTHER FAMILY MEMBER OR LEGAL GUARDIAN 18 YEARS OR OLDER.
Non family visitors MUST BE 18 years of age or older, without a criminal record.
IMMEDIATE FAMILY: Parents, spouse, grandparents, brother, sister, and Inmates child (includes half, step, and adopted.) ·
NON FAMILY: Aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, friends and fiancee.
IDENTIFICATION OF VISITORS: Visitors on the Inmates visitation list must provide approved identification to the officer in charge of the visits.
1. VALID DRIVERS LICENSE
2. VALID SECRETARY OF STATE PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION CARD (pictured)
3. ARMED FORCES IDENTIFICATION CARD·
4. VISITORS UNDER 18 MUST PROVIDE A CERTIFIED BIRTH CERTIFICATE.
NOTE: Verification of some immediate members may require the visitor to produce a certified birth certificate, marriage license, or court documents to prove inmate visitor relationships.
DENIAL OF VISITS: If a visitor cannot produce the required identification, is disruptive, dangerous, under the influence drugs/alcohol, under 18 years of age (non family), has a prior felony conviction, is inappropriately dressed, or is deemed a security risk the visit will be DENIED.
SECURITY: All visitors must place all valuables and other contraband items into a property locker, provided on the, third floor visitor waiting area, and are given a key to lock their items in the locker.
Visitors will be instructed to walk through the metal detector. Officers will investigate further if the person sets off the metal detector. If problem persists officer will need to use the hand held metal detector. Visitor will be allowed to visit if clearance is not eventually gained through the metal detector, if the person claims to have a surgically implanted metal he/she may be allowed to visit but, will be advised to provide a medical proof on their next visit. ·
****ONCE YOU GO UP FOR VISITATION YOU MUST STAY ON THIRD FLOOR****
Monroe County MI Jail (ICE) – Friends and Family Visits
Saturdays and Sundays:
9 a.m. – 11 a.m.
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
To ensure adequate time to process visitors through security, all visitors must arrive 45 minutes prior to the scheduled visit time.
Adult visitors must present a valid, verifiable government-issued identification card to enter the facility.
Minors who are visiting the facility must be accompanied by an adult guardian (18 years or older). Minors must not be left unaccompanied in the waiting room, visiting room or any other area.
Attorney Visits
Legal representatives of detainees are authorized to visit their clients during the following hours:
Legal representatives of detainees are authorized to visit their clients 7 days a week with no restrictions except for a facility emergency.
A list of pro bono (free) legal organizations will be posted in all detainee housing units and other appropriate areas. This list shall be updated quarterly. If a detainee wishes to see a representative or paralegal from that organization, it is the detainee’s responsibility to contact them for an appointment.
Consular Visits
Consular officials may meet with their detained nationals at any time. It is requested that prior arrangements be made with the ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer to the extent possible, and that consular officials bring appropriate credentials when they come to the facility. The ICE Supervisory Deportation Officer for this facility can be reached at (313) 568-6049.
Clergy Visits
Clergy may visit detainees at any time, but must make prior arrangements with the Chaplain’s Office.
Visiting Restrictions
- All family or other social visits are non-contact.
- No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted in the facility.
- If visitors are or appear to be intoxicated, visitation will not be allowed.
- All visitors are subject to search while in the facility.
- Visitors are not allowed to pass or attempt to pass any items to detainees.
- Visitors are not allowed to carry any items into the visitation area.
Search Procedures (prior to or during all visitations)
All individuals requesting admittance to the facility or the visitation area are subject to a pat-down search of their person, an inspection of their belongings, and a metal scan search. Individuals refusing to cooperate with a reasonable search will not be admitted. No firearms or weapons of any kind are permitted. No electronic devices (cell phones, pagers, radios, etc.) are permitted in the secure areas of this facility.
