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Find a Kenosha County Inmate and Verify Current Custody
If you are trying to find someone who was arrested in Kenosha County, Wisconsin, start with the Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office inmate search. The county provides separate paths for people currently in custody and older inmate-search records.
Fastest route: search the official roster first, identify the correct person and facility, then use the jail, court or Wisconsin DOC resource that matches what you need next.
Official Kenosha County Inmate Search Open Current Inmate RosterBest number for time-sensitive booking or release questions.
Kenosha, WI 53144
262-605-5800
Kenosha, WI 53140
262-605-5111
Kenosha, WI 53140
262-605-5100
How to Search the Kenosha County Jail Roster
The county’s inmate-search page is useful because it separates the current inmate search from the archive for older records. Use this route instead of relying on an unofficial people-search website.
- Open the official Kenosha County Inmate Searches page.
- Select Current Inmate Search when you believe the person is presently held in the Kenosha County jail system.
- Search using the person’s full first and last name. If you already know the inmate ID, use it when the live system provides that option.
- Open the matching record and compare identifying information carefully. Do not rely only on a similar name.
- Identify the person’s current facility before arranging a visit, mailing legal correspondence or sending money.
- If the custody information is time-sensitive, call Inmate Intake / Release at 262-605-5111 to confirm the current situation.
Kenosha County provides an Archive Inmate Search for records prior to May 2, 2017. Use the archive link from the county’s inmate-search landing page rather than assuming an older booking will appear in the current roster.
What the Inmate Search Can — and Cannot — Confirm
A jail roster is mainly a custody and booking tool. Available fields in the live system can change, so use the record to identify the person and then verify any detail that affects a legal, financial or travel decision.
| What you need | Best source | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Current Kenosha County custody | County inmate search | Primary public lookup for people in the county jail system. |
| Recent booking or release confirmation | Inmate Intake / Release: 262-605-5111 | Online information can change while intake or release is being processed. |
| Filed charges and court case | Wisconsin Circuit Court Access | Jail charges may reflect what the arresting agency reported at arrest rather than the final court charge. |
| State prison custody | Wisconsin DOC locator | A person transferred to state custody may no longer appear as a county jail inmate. |
| Older Kenosha jail record | County archive inmate search | The county provides a separate archive route for records before May 2, 2017. |
If the Person Does Not Appear in the Roster
A blank search does not necessarily mean the person was never arrested. Work through these checks before giving up:
- Check the spelling of the full legal name, including middle names, hyphens or suffixes.
- If the arrest was very recent, allow time for transport, fingerprinting and booking.
- Call 262-605-5111 for intake or release information.
- Check the Wisconsin Court System case search to see whether a Kenosha County criminal case has been filed.
- If the person was sentenced or transferred, use the Wisconsin DOC offender locator.
- If you are researching an older Kenosha booking, use the archive option instead of the current roster.
- Remember that juvenile, sealed, expunged or otherwise restricted information may not appear in a public search.
Do not confuse the county jail with Kenosha Correctional Center. Kenosha Correctional Center is operated by the Wisconsin Department of Corrections and is separate from the Kenosha County Sheriff’s detention facilities.
Kenosha County Jail Locations and Phone Numbers
| Facility / service | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Kenosha County Detention Center (KCDC) | 4777 88th Avenue, Kenosha, WI 53144 | 262-605-5800 |
| Pre-Trial Facility | 927 54th Street, Kenosha, WI 53140 | 262-605-5111 |
| Public Safety Building / Sheriff’s Office | 1000 55th Street, Kenosha, WI 53140 | 262-605-5100 |
| Inmate Intake / Release | Pre-Trial / jail system | 262-605-5111 |
The Sheriff’s detention directory lists 927 54th Street as the Pre-Trial Facility’s physical address. Current county mail and inmate-account instructions use the nearby 1000 55th Street Public Safety Building for certain jail functions, legal-mail addressing and inmate funds. If you are physically going to the jail, call 262-605-5111 first and confirm the correct entrance for your purpose.
Check Kenosha County Court Charges and Case Dates
The jail roster and the court record answer different questions. The roster tells you about custody. Wisconsin Circuit Court Access, often called WCCA, is the better place to look for public circuit-court case information.
- Open the Wisconsin Court System case-search page.
- Choose the Circuit Court search.
- Search the person’s name.
- Confirm that the case is filed in Kenosha County.
- Compare the defendant’s identity and case number before relying on the record.
- Review publicly available charges, court events and case status.
An arrest or jail booking does not prove guilt. Charges can be amended, dismissed or resolved differently after the original booking.
Kenosha County Jail Visitation
Family and friends can use remote video visitation or scheduled on-site video visitation. Registration and scheduling are handled through GettingOut.
What you need to schedule a visit
- An email address for registration.
- A valid photo ID for registration and check-in.
- For remote visits, an internet-connected computer, Android device or Apple device with camera and speakers.
County instructions say off-site family/friend video visits are unlimited but involve a fee. An inmate is eligible for one free on-site visit per week, and the visit must occur at the facility where the inmate is housed.
Off-site video hours
| Facility | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| KCDC | Seven days a week | 9:00–11:00 a.m.; 1:00–1:55 p.m.; 2:30–4:30 p.m.; 6:00–8:30 p.m. |
| Pre-Trial Facility | Seven days a week | 9:00–11:00 a.m.; 12:30–4:30 p.m.; 6:00–8:00 p.m., excluding Wednesday evening |
On-site video hours
| Facility | Days | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| KCDC | Sunday, Monday and Thursday | 9:00–11:00 a.m.; 1:00–4:00 p.m. |
| Pre-Trial Facility | Saturday and Sunday | 9:00–10:30 a.m.; 12:30–4:30 p.m. |
County visitation is unavailable on listed holidays and rules can change. Confirm the current schedule before driving to a facility. Visitors must follow identification, dress, conduct and search requirements.
Check Current Visitation RulesHow to Send Mail to a Kenosha County Inmate
Personal non-legal mail is no longer delivered directly to Kenosha County jail facilities. It must go to the county’s off-site processing center, where it is scanned and delivered electronically to the inmate.
Personal non-legal mail
Use the facility name that matches where the inmate is housed:
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
The county says mail must include the inmate’s facility, full first and last name, inmate ID number, sender’s full first and last name and complete return address.
Legal mail
Legal mail continues to go to the facility where the inmate is housed.
- KCDC: 4777 88th Ave, Kenosha, WI 53144.
- Pre-Trial: the county’s current mail instructions list 1000 55th St, Kenosha, WI 53140 for legal mail.
Do not send money to the personal-mail processing center
The off-site mail processor does not accept cash, checks, money orders, gift cards or credit cards for inmate accounts. Those items may be returned to the sender.
Inmate Money, Commissary, Phone and Tablet Funds
Kenosha County uses separate account types depending on what the inmate needs:
- Trust account: used for commissary purchases such as snacks, beverages and hygiene items.
- Pin Debit: can be used by inmates for telephone calls and tablet services.
- AdvancePay: a prepaid phone account funded by friends or family for calls to a specific telephone number.
Online or telephone deposits
Deposits can be made through ConnectNetwork or by calling 888-428-1845.
For online deposits:
- Create a ConnectNetwork account.
- Select Kenosha County WI — SiteID 202.
- Enter the inmate’s first and last name or inmate ID.
- If using an ID such as
0012345, the county instructs users not to enter the leading zeros. - Select the account type and payment method.
- Review the convenience fee before completing the transaction.
| Account | Published limit |
|---|---|
| Trust Fund | $200 maximum per transaction; $300 daily; $1,000 weekly; $3,000 monthly |
| Pin Debit | $4–$50 per transaction |
The county states that completed electronic transactions are final and cannot be canceled. Deposits may also be subject to collection for debts owed by the inmate to the jail.
Lobby kiosks
Family and friends can also use kiosks at the Public Safety Building or the Kenosha County Detention Center. The KCDC lobby kiosk is listed as available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Kiosks accept cash and Visa or Mastercard credit/debit cards and charge a convenience fee.
Mailing inmate funds
Kenosha County Jail — Inmate Accounts1000 55th Street
Kenosha, WI 53140
The county lists money orders and certified, cashier’s, government or IRS checks as acceptable mailed forms of inmate funds. Do not send them to the Phoenix personal-mail processing address.
Bond, Release and Inmate Property
Posting bond
The inmate-account kiosks cannot be used to post bond. Kenosha County directs bond payments to Joint Services in the Public Safety Building, 1000 55th Street, Kenosha. Because bond conditions and accepted payment methods can depend on the case, verify the current requirement before arriving.
Release information
For a recent release, pending discharge or intake question, call 262-605-5111. A person can remain visible online while processing is underway, or disappear from the current roster after release or transfer.
Picking up inmate property
The inmate must first make a written request and identify the specific person authorized to receive the property. The authorized person must bring proper identification. Kenosha County releases the inmate’s complete property package rather than individual items.
| Facility | Property pickup |
|---|---|
| Pre-Trial Facility | Monday–Friday, 10:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m., north entrance, 927 54th Street |
| KCDC | Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 1:00–4:00 p.m., main entrance, 4777 88th Avenue |
Personal property is not released on weekends.
Requesting removal from the public inmate search
Kenosha County has a specific removal process. The Sheriff’s Office says a person seeking removal should first obtain proof from the Wisconsin Crime Information Bureau that the fingerprints for the arrest were removed from the Wisconsin Criminal History Repository. The Sheriff’s Department will then consider the request. Call 262-605-5111 for instructions.
Read the county’s inmate-search removal instructionsOfficial Resources in One Place
Kenosha County Jail Inmate Search FAQs
1. How do I search for an inmate in Kenosha County Jail?
Use the official Kenosha County Inmate Searches page and select Current Inmate Search. Search with the person’s full name or inmate ID when available, then verify the matching record before using it for visits, mail or deposits.
2. Does Kenosha County have an inmate roster for older bookings?
Yes. The county provides a separate Archive Inmate Search for records prior to May 2, 2017. Access it from the official inmate-search landing page.
3. What is the Kenosha County Jail phone number?
Inmate Intake / Release and the Pre-Trial Facility can be reached at 262-605-5111. The Kenosha County Detention Center can be reached at 262-605-5800.
4. What should I do if I cannot find someone in the inmate search?
Recheck the name, allow time for a recent arrest to be processed, call 262-605-5111, check Wisconsin Circuit Court Access for a Kenosha County case, and search Wisconsin DOC if the person may have been transferred to state custody.
5. How do I find which Kenosha jail facility an inmate is housed in?
Check the current inmate roster first. If the housing location is unclear or may have changed, call Inmate Intake / Release at 262-605-5111 before visiting, mailing legal correspondence or sending a package.
6. How do I visit an inmate in Kenosha County?
Register and schedule through GettingOut. Family and friends can use paid off-site video visits, while inmates are eligible for one free on-site visit per week at the facility where they are housed. Check current days, hours and holiday closures before visiting.
7. How do I send personal mail to a Kenosha County inmate?
Since March 30, 2026, personal non-legal mail must go to the off-site processing center at P.O. Box 247, Phoenix, MD 21131 using either “Kenosha Detention Center, WI” or “Kenosha PreTrial, WI,” followed by the inmate’s full name and ID number.
8. How can I put money on a Kenosha County inmate account?
Use ConnectNetwork, call 888-428-1845, use an approved jail lobby kiosk, or follow the county’s mailed-funds instructions. For ConnectNetwork, choose Kenosha County WI, SiteID 202.
9. Where do I post bond for a Kenosha County inmate?
Do not use the inmate-account kiosk for bond. Kenosha County directs bond posting to Joint Services at the Public Safety Building, 1000 55th Street. Verify current payment requirements before traveling there.
10. Are the charges shown in the Kenosha County inmate roster final?
Not necessarily. The Sheriff’s Office states that roster charges may reflect what the arresting agency issued at arrest. Check Wisconsin Circuit Court Access for the public court case and the charges filed through the court system.
Best Way to Complete Your Search
For most searches, use this order: official Kenosha inmate roster → confirm the facility → check WCCA for the court case → call 262-605-5111 when custody or release timing matters. Use Wisconsin DOC only when the person may have moved from county custody into the state correctional system.
Jail records document arrest, booking or custody; they do not by themselves prove guilt or conviction. Verify time-sensitive information with the agency or court responsible for the record.