Find a Kenosha County Jail Inmate Before You Pay, Mail or Visit
Use the official Kenosha County inmate search first to confirm whether the person is currently listed, record the inmate ID, and check which detention facility is involved.
Kenosha County operates more than one detention location, and the correct address can change depending on whether you are checking custody, sending legal mail, picking up property, posting bond or arranging a visit.
Before You Act
Fast Answer
Start with the official Kenosha County Inmate Searches page and open the Current Inmate Search. Use the current search for active or recent county custody. The county also maintains an archive search for records before May 2, 2017.
When you find a possible match, record the person’s full displayed name, inmate ID, facility and custody information. Then check Wisconsin Circuit Court Access separately for filed charges, court dates and case status because the Sheriff’s Office warns that arresting-agency charges in the inmate search may not be the final charges filed by the District Attorney.
Go directly to the task you need
Kenosha County Jail Facilities and Contacts
The Sheriff’s Office Detentions Division manages two large detention operations. Do not assume every task uses the same entrance or street address.
Kenosha County Detention Center
4777 88th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53144 Phone: 262-605-5800Use this location for KCDC facility contact, KCDC property pickup, KCDC legal mail, approved packages and KCDC on-site visitation when the person is housed there.
Pre-Trial Intake Building
927 54th Street Kenosha, WI 53140 Intake / Release: 262-605-5111The county’s Detentions Division directory identifies 927 54th Street as the Pre-Trial Facility physical location. Property releases and Trust-account fund releases also use task-specific entrances at this address.
Sheriff / Joint Services
1000 55th Street Kenosha, WI 53140 Sheriff: 262-605-5100The Public Safety Building houses Sheriff functions and Joint Services. Kenosha County states that bond is posted at Joint Services here—not through an inmate-account kiosk.
How to Search the Official Kenosha County Jail Roster
- Open the official county search hub. Use the Kenosha County Inmate Searches page and choose Current Inmate Search for active or recent custody.
- Search the legal name. Begin with the person’s legal first and last name rather than a nickname. Try middle initials, suffixes, hyphenated names or former surnames when needed.
- Match more than the name. Compare the inmate ID, arresting agency, facility and other available custody details before deciding that the result belongs to the correct person.
- Record the inmate ID. The ID is useful for ConnectNetwork deposits, mail addressing and other jail services.
- Confirm where the person is housed. KCDC and Pre-Trial operations have different addresses, property procedures and visit schedules.
- Check Wisconsin Circuit Court Access. Use WCCA for filed criminal charges, case number, hearings and case status after the court case appears.
- Call when the answer matters immediately. For unclear or recently changed custody, use the appropriate jail line instead of guessing from a stale search result.
What a Kenosha County Booking Record Can—and Cannot—Tell You
A jail roster is a custody record, not a complete criminal-history report. Kenosha County specifically warns that inmate information changes quickly and should not be relied on for legal action.
| Roster information | Useful for | Do not assume |
|---|---|---|
| Name / inmate ID | Matching the correct person and using jail services. | A common name alone proves identity. |
| Facility / custody status | Knowing which jail operation currently appears in the record. | The location cannot change after you search. |
| Arresting agency | Identifying the agency connected to the original arrest. | The arresting agency currently houses the person. |
| Charge label | Understanding what the arresting agency recorded at booking. | That the District Attorney filed the identical final charge. |
| Booking image | Helping distinguish people with similar names. | Guilt, conviction, current custody or final disposition. |
| Release information | Understanding what the jail system recorded about its custody event. | The case ended or no other hold exists. |
What to Do if the Kenosha Inmate Search Shows No Result
Processing May Not Be Complete
Fingerprinting, identity checks, medical screening, paperwork, court processing and roster updates can create a delay between arrest and public visibility.
Try Another Legal Form
Check spelling, middle initials, suffixes, hyphenated names, maiden names or an inmate ID if you already have one.
Release or Transfer
The person may have been released, moved between county facilities, taken to court or transferred to another correctional agency.
State or Federal Custody
If a later transfer occurred, the Wisconsin DOC or federal custody system may become the appropriate source.
- Recheck exact spelling and legal-name variations.
- Try the inmate ID when available.
- Repeat the current Kenosha County search after a recent booking has had time to process.
- Call Intake / Release at 262-605-5111 when current custody is important and the online result is unclear.
- Check WCCA for a filed Kenosha County criminal case.
- Check Wisconsin DOC if a state-prison transfer is possible.
- Use BOP if the matter involves federal prison custody.
- Use WI VINE for county-jail custody notifications where appropriate.
Bond, Holds and Release Processing
Bond is separate from commissary, phone funds and inmate trust deposits. Kenosha County’s inmate-account guidance states that the lobby kiosk cannot be used to post bond. Bond must be handled through Joint Services in the Public Safety Building.
Joint Services
Kenosha County Public Safety Building 1000 55th Street Kenosha, WI 53140Confirm the current bond order, case number and any additional holds before paying.
Inmate Accounts Are Not Bail
Trust, Pin Debit and AdvancePay transactions fund inmate services. Putting money in one of those accounts does not post a criminal bond.
Check Before Paying Bond
- Full legal name
- Correct inmate ID
- Current court case number
- Current bond amount
- Bond type and conditions
- Other open Kenosha cases
- Out-of-county warrants
- Probation or revocation holds
- Federal or immigration holds
- Correct payment location
Trust, Pin Debit, AdvancePay and ConnectNetwork
Kenosha County separates inmate money into different account types. Select the correct one before depositing.
| Account | Purpose | Current county guidance |
|---|---|---|
| Trust | Commissary and approved purchases. | Online maximum $200 per transaction; daily cap $300, weekly cap $1,000 and monthly cap $3,000. |
| Pin Debit | Allows the inmate to make phone calls and pay for tablet services. | Online deposit range currently listed as $4–$50 per transaction. |
| AdvancePay | Friends/family prepaid calling account linked to a phone number. | Separate from the inmate’s Trust account. |
Online or Phone Deposits
- Use ConnectNetwork or call 888-428-1845.
- Select Kenosha County WI — SiteID 202.
- Use the inmate’s first and last name or inmate ID.
- When entering the ID, do not add leading zeros.
- Review the convenience fee before completing the transaction.
- Transactions are final and cannot be canceled after completion.
Lobby Kiosks
Kiosks are available at the Public Safety Building lobby and the Kenosha County Detention Center lobby. The KCDC lobby kiosk is listed as available seven days a week, 24 hours a day.
The kiosks accept cash and Mastercard or Visa credit/debit cards. They are for Trust, Pin Debit and phone-account deposits—not bond.
Official Inmate Accounts Guide ↗
Kenosha County Jail Mail Rules Changed March 30, 2026
Personal mail is no longer accepted directly at Kenosha County jail facilities. The Sheriff’s Office says non-legal personal mail must go to an off-site processing center, where it is scanned and delivered electronically.
Off-Site Scan Address
Kenosha PreTrial, WI Inmate Full Name, ID # P.O. Box 247 Phoenix, MD 21131Off-Site Scan Address
Kenosha Detention Center, WI Inmate Full Name, ID # P.O. Box 247 Phoenix, MD 21131Personal Mail Must Include
- Facility where the inmate is housed
- Inmate’s full first and last name
- Inmate ID number
- Sender’s full first and last name
- Complete return address
- Correct Phoenix processing address
Legal Mail Uses Physical Facility Addresses
Legal mail remains separate from scanned personal mail and should be sent to the appropriate physical facility for the inmate, with the inmate’s full name and ID plus the sender or law firm’s complete return information.
KCDC Legal Mail
Inmate Full Name, ID # Kenosha County Detention Center 4777 88th Ave Kenosha, WI 53144Pre-Trial Legal Mail
Inmate Full Name, ID # Kenosha County Pretrial Facility 1000 55th St Kenosha, WI 53140The Sheriff’s mail page also states that approved packages continue to be mailed directly to the appropriate physical facility.
Money Must Not Go to the Personal-Mail Scan Center
The off-site mail processor does not accept cash, money orders, checks, prepaid cards or other monetary items.
Kenosha County Jail Attn: Inmate Accounts 1000 55th Street Kenosha, WI 53140The county currently lists money orders, certified checks, cashier’s checks, government checks and IRS checks as acceptable mailed forms of funds.
Property Release, Money Release and Jury Clothing
Personal Property Release
The inmate must personally initiate a written property-release request and identify the person who may receive the property. The designated person must present proper identification. Kenosha County releases the complete property package rather than individual items.
| Housing location | Property pickup location | Current pickup times |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Trial | North entrance, Pre-Trial Intake Building, 927 54th St. | Monday–Friday, 10:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m. |
| KCDC | Main entrance, 4777 88th Ave. | Monday–Friday, 8:30–11:30 a.m. and 1:00–4:00 p.m. |
| Weekend | Neither facility | Personal property is not released on weekends. |
Release of Trust-Account Money
An inmate may request release of money from the Trust account and designate a recipient. The designated person must show identification. Current county guidance says these funds are released only on Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the south entrance of the Pre-Trial Building, 927 54th Street.
Jury Clothing
Jury clothing for incarcerated defendants is accepted through the Pre-Trial/Public Safety process regardless of which Kenosha detention facility houses the person. The county states jury clothing is accepted up to three days before trial or from 6:00–7:00 a.m. on the morning of the scheduled jury trial. If the jury-trial date cannot be verified, staff will not accept the clothing.
Official Property & Clothing Rules ↗
GettingOut Video Visits and On-Site Visitation
Kenosha County uses GettingOut for family and friend video visitation. Visitors need an email address to register, a valid photo ID and an internet-connected device with a camera and speakers for remote visits.
Off-Site Video Visitation
| Facility | Current published times |
|---|---|
| KCDC | Seven days/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 | Seven days/week: 9:00–11:00 a.m.; 12:30–4:30 p.m.; 6:00–8:00 p.m. The county’s current page includes a Wednesday exclusion in one published listing, so verify the scheduling portal before booking. |
On-Site Video Visitation
| Facility | Days | Current hours |
|---|---|---|
| KCDC | Sunday, Monday, Thursday | 9:00–11:00 a.m. and 1:00–4:00 p.m. |
| Pre-Trial | Saturday and Sunday | 9:00–10:30 a.m. and 12:30–4:30 p.m. |
Key Visit Rules
- Register before scheduling
- Bring valid photo ID
- Confirm the inmate’s facility
- One adult and one minor per scheduled on-site video visit
- Parent or guardian must accompany a minor
- No food or drink in the visiting area
- Follow the published dress code
- Visitors are subject to search
- Do not operate a motor vehicle during a video visit
- Check holiday closures before travel
Kenosha County Court Records and Final Charge Verification
The jail search answers the custody question. Wisconsin Circuit Court Access answers the court-case question after a case has been filed.
Wisconsin Circuit Court Access
Use WCCA to review publicly accessible circuit court cases, filed charges, case numbers, scheduled events and case status. Kenosha County’s own inmate-search removal page directs users to WCCA for final charges.
Kenosha County Clerk of Circuit Court
912 56th Street Kenosha, WI 53140 Phone: 262-653-2664 Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Use the Clerk for official court records, copies and court-administration questions.
Court File Copies and Search Fees
Kenosha County’s Clerk FAQ currently states that a case number helps avoid a possible $5 search fee when requesting a file. The county asks for 24 hours’ notice to locate a file for inspection. Copies are currently listed at $1.25 per page, with an additional $5 certification fee for a certified copy.
WI VINE County Jail Notifications
Wisconsin DOC’s Office of Victim Services and Programs operates WI VINE County Jails in partnership with local law-enforcement agencies. The service provides county-jail custody information and automated custody-status notifications.
Online or by Phone
Register through WI VINE/VINELink or call 1-888-944-8463.
The Wisconsin service is available in English, Spanish and Hmong.
Do Not Rely on Alerts Alone
Notification systems are useful for custody updates but should not replace direct jail or court verification when safety, a legal deadline or immediate custody status matters.
Official WI VINE County Jails ↗
When to Use the Wisconsin DOC Offender Locator
A Kenosha County jail result covers county detention, not Wisconsin state-prison custody. If the person has been sentenced or transferred to a Wisconsin state correctional institution, use the Wisconsin Department of Corrections offender locator instead.
Open Wisconsin DOC Offender Locator ↗
Removal From the Kenosha County Inmate Search
Kenosha County has a specific process for people seeking removal of an arrest record from its inmate-search system. The Sheriff’s Office states that the inmate-search information changes quickly and that listed arresting-agency charges may differ from final District Attorney charges.
The county currently says a person seeking removal must provide proof from the Wisconsin Crime Information Bureau that the fingerprints for the arrest were removed from the Wisconsin Criminal History Repository. The Sheriff’s Office will then consider the removal request but states that Wisconsin public-record law does not require it to remove every record.
For instructions after obtaining the required confirmation, the county directs users to contact the jail at 262-605-5111.
Read Official Removal Guidance ↗
Medical or Urgent Welfare Concerns
If you are concerned about an inmate’s medical or mental-health condition, contact the facility where the person is actually housed. Have the full legal name and inmate ID ready when possible.
Provide concise information that can help staff identify the urgency, such as the relevant diagnosis, medication, serious allergy, recent hospitalization or immediate safety concern. Do not post sensitive health details publicly.
KCDC
Phone: 262-605-5800
Pre-Trial / Intake
Phone: 262-605-5111
Kenosha County Detention Center Map
KCDC is at 4777 88th Avenue in Kenosha. Confirm the inmate’s location before driving because bond, court, property pickup and Pre-Trial tasks can require a different downtown destination.
Official Kenosha County Action Directory
Official county page linking the current roster, archive and removal guidance.
Open County Hub ↗Trust, Pin Debit, AdvancePay, kiosks and ConnectNetwork information.
Open Accounts ↗Current GettingOut schedules, visit rules and March 2026 mail instructions.
Open Rules ↗Property release, Trust-fund release and jury-clothing procedures.
Open Property Guide ↗Official copies, certified records and Kenosha County court administration.
Open Clerk Page ↗Custody-status information and notification registration.
Open WI VINE ↗Use after transfer into Wisconsin state correctional custody.
Open DOC Locator ↗Related Wisconsin Jail Search Guides
Milwaukee County Jail
Use the dedicated Milwaukee guide when the custody jurisdiction is Milwaukee County rather than Kenosha County.
Federal Custody
Use the federal guide when a case has moved outside county custody into a federal detention or Bureau of Prisons workflow.
Kenosha County Jail Inmate Search FAQs
Where is the official Kenosha County jail inmate search?
The Kenosha County Sheriff’s official Inmate Searches page links to the Current Inmate Search at inmate.kenoshajs.org. Use the county page when you want to verify that you are opening the Sheriff-linked search rather than a copied third-party roster.
Does Kenosha County have more than one jail location?
Yes. Kenosha County operates the Kenosha County Detention Center at 4777 88th Avenue and Pre-Trial operations downtown. The county’s Detentions directory identifies the Pre-Trial facility at 927 54th Street, while Public Safety and some legal-mail or bond tasks use 1000 55th Street. Confirm the task-specific address before travel or mailing.
Does the Kenosha inmate roster show the final criminal charges?
Not necessarily. Kenosha County says the charges shown in the inmate search are charges issued by the arresting agency at the time of arrest and may not be the final charges filed by the District Attorney. Check Wisconsin Circuit Court Access for the court case.
What should I do if the inmate search shows no result?
Recheck the legal name, try an inmate ID when available, allow for recent-booking processing, and contact Intake / Release at 262-605-5111 when custody must be confirmed. If a transfer may have occurred, check Wisconsin DOC or another relevant custody system.
Can I post bond through ConnectNetwork or the jail kiosk?
No. Kenosha County states the lobby kiosk cannot be used for posting bond. Bond must be posted through Joint Services at the Public Safety Building. ConnectNetwork, Trust, Pin Debit and AdvancePay are inmate-account services, not bail.
Where does personal mail go after March 30, 2026?
Non-legal personal mail must go to the off-site processing address at P.O. Box 247, Phoenix, MD 21131, using either “Kenosha PreTrial, WI” or “Kenosha Detention Center, WI” as appropriate, plus the inmate’s full name and ID. Personal mail sent directly to the facilities may be returned.
Where should legal mail be sent?
Legal mail continues to go to the appropriate physical Kenosha County facility. The county’s current mail page provides 4777 88th Avenue for KCDC legal mail and 1000 55th Street for Pre-Trial legal mail examples.
How do I deposit money for a Kenosha County inmate?
Kenosha County uses ConnectNetwork for online Trust, Pin Debit and phone-related deposits. Select Kenosha County WI, SiteID 202, and verify the correct inmate and account type before paying. Lobby kiosks and a telephone deposit option are also available.
How do Kenosha County jail visits work?
Family and friend video visits use GettingOut. Off-site visits have a fee, while inmates are eligible for one free on-site visit per week at the facility where they are housed. Published hours differ between KCDC and the Pre-Trial facility, so verify the facility and appointment before travel.
Can I receive Kenosha County jail release notifications?
Wisconsin’s WI VINE County Jails service provides custody information and automated custody-status notifications for participating county-jail records. Registration is available online or by calling 1-888-944-8463.
Official Sources Reviewed
- Kenosha County Sheriff’s Office — Inmate Searches
- Kenosha County — Detentions Division / Jail Information
- Kenosha County — Inmate Visitation & Mail
- Kenosha County — Visitation Regulations
- Kenosha County — Inmate Accounts
- Kenosha County — Online Deposit Option
- Kenosha County — Lobby Kiosk Option
- Kenosha County — Inmate Clothing & Property
- Kenosha County — Removal from Inmate Search
- Wisconsin Court System — Case Search
- Kenosha County — Clerk of Circuit Court
- Kenosha County — Court Case Tracker
- Wisconsin DOC — WI VINE County Jails
- Wisconsin DOC — Offender Locator