General Information
All incoming and outgoing mail is inspected and/or read to prevent the introduction of contraband and protect the safety and security of the inmates, the staff, and the facility. Mail is processed within 24-hours of receipt by staff at the Jefferson County Correctional Facility. Incoming mail must include the inmate’s name and the following address:
675 NW Cherry Lane
Madras, OR 97741
We will not deliver mail that includes any of the following: Sexually explicit material, writing encouraging or instructing in the commission of a crime, magazine or newspaper clippings, internet printouts, Polaroid or instant photography, letters written in code, blackmail or extortion, crayon, white out, paints, lipstick, perfume, bodily fluids, etc.
Do not send blank pieces of paper, envelopes, or stamps to inmates. Inmates are able to purchase these items through commissary.
Inmates are allowed to have only 6 photographs in their possession at any one time. Photographs must be 4” x 6” or smaller in size.
Placing Money on an Inmate's Account
Money in the form of cash, bank cashier’s check, or money order may be placed on an inmate’s account during regular Sheriff’s Office business hours. If a visitor has a scheduled visit during non-business hours, they may also leave money at that time.
Bringing Items In For an Inmate
We do not accept any personal items for inmates. Inmates may, under special circumstances, request permission from the Jail Commander to have items brought in and placed in their property. These requests must be in writing and approved prior to the items being brought to the facility.
Phones
Inmates who have not lost the privilege due to disciplinary action generally have access to telephones from 8am to 10pm each day. Our phone system allows inmates to make collect calls or use company specific calling cards. These cards must be purchased through commissary and are $20 each. This will allow the inmate to make $20 worth of calls. Depending on where the inmate is calling to will determine the length of time that dollar amount will purchase. Phone calls are limited to 15 minutes. The phone system will warn you when the time limit is approaching, and will disconnect after that time has past.
Commissary
Inmates are allowed to purchase up to $60 of commissary items each week. This amount does not include telephone calling cards. Commissary includes hygiene items such as deodorant, shampoo, toothpaste, etc; Miscellaneous items such as envelopes, games, cards, etc.; Medical items such as over-the-counter medications, various lotions, denture supplies, contact supplies, etc.; and Snacks such as candy, coffee, chips, and jerky. Inmates with money on their accounts are eligible to buy commissary items. The orders are placed on Sundays and the items are received on Thursday.
