Kane County, Illinois Inmate Search

Kane County Inmate Search

In Kane County, Illinois, when a crime or offense is committed, the individual may be arrested and imprisoned. A Kane County inmate search helps inquirers access information about these incarcerated individuals. This includes details of the offense committed, the jail or prison in which they are confined, the date of their possible release, and all other personal data. Kane County inmate information is considered public records per Illinois law. Members of the public may look up all Kane County Public Records, including inmate information and related data.

Inmate records are considered public in the United States and therefore are made available by both traditional governmental agencies as well as third-party websites and organizations. Third-party websites may offer an easier means to search, as these services do not face geographical limitations. However, because third-party sites are not government-sponsored, the information obtained through them may vary from official channels. To find inmate records using third-party aggregate sites, requesting parties must provide:

The location of the sought-after record, including state, county, and city where the inmate resides.
The name of the person listed in the record, unless it is a juvenile.

Kane County Crime and Incarceration Statistics

According to the Illinois State Police 2021 report, gang membership and drug abuse are crimes with frequent arrests. Approximately 2,007 individuals were arrested for drug-related activity, while 68 people were arrested for gang involvement.

Kane County Prison System

The Kane County prison system comprises correctional facilities in which individuals are confined for a set period due to criminal activity. It is under the management of the Kane County Sheriff's Office. It comprises jails, prisons, transition, juvenile, and detention centers. These facilities hold inmates awaiting trial, serving short sentences and long sentences (those serving sentences of a year and over). The Kane County prison system consists of 4 facilities. The facilities are listed below as follows:

The Fox Valley Adult Transition Center is a single four-story female facility that opened in 1972. It has a total operational capacity of 128 females. The Illinois Youth Center is a Level 2 medium-security facility that opened in 1904. It has a maximum functional capacity of 348 males. The Kane County Juvenile Justice Center houses juveniles aged 10 to 21. The facility has a capacity of 160 beds.

How to Find an Inmate in Kane County

Individuals can retrieve information about a Kane County inmate online or in person. The Kane County Sheriff's Office has a Detainee Search tool where record seekers can find records of inmates in custody or received or released within the last 24 hours. The search can be done by alphabet, name, date, or a general search. In-person requests can be made by visiting the Sheriff's office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

How Does a Kane County Inmate Search Work?

Under the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), all records in the possession of government bodies, entities, and agencies can be freely accessed by any member of the public upon written request. If the information is legally exempted from public disclosure, only then will the members of the public be unable to access it. Therefore, Kane County residents can freely access all non-exempt inmate information.

Individuals should expect to find the following information in an inmate record:

First, middle, and last names of the inmate
Mugshots
Booking number
Inmate number
Age and sex
Date and time of incarceration
Arresting agency
Number of days spent in custody
Detainee location
Case information
- Charge(s)
- Custody status
- Anticipated release date
- Bail amount
- Next court date
- Court location

Where to Find a Kane County Inmate Locator

The Kane County Sheriff's Office has an inmate locator where individuals can find any inmate housed within the Kane County jail system. The search criteria are by alphabet, name, date, or general search. The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) also has an inmate locator that can be used to find Kane County inmates housed in state prisons. The search parameters are by last name, IDOC number, or birthdate. Information about inmates in federal prisons can be retrieved via the inmate locator available on the Federal Bureau of Prisons website. The search can be conducted by number or name.

Requesters can also use some third-party inmate locators. Most third-party sites do not give requesters the option of searching by county. Therefore, they would need to select Illinois as the State and input the inmate's case number and first and last names to locate them. A small fee may be required for a comprehensive search.

How to Send Money to a Kane County Inmate

The Kane County Sheriff's Office provides multiple options for inmates' friends and loved ones to send money to them. Money can be placed in an inmate's account via telephone, online, in person, or through postal service. The Kane County Adult Justice Center manages the account. Depositors will need the Detainee ID and facility locator numbers to complete the transactions.

To deposit money via telephone, individuals must call (866) 232-1899 and follow the voice prompts. Online deposits can be made through an approved third-party portal. For those who wish to place the money in the inmate's account in person, kiosks in the jail lobby accept cash, credit, or debit cards. They are available 24/7 throughout the year. Individuals are also able to send money to inmates through the mail. The funds sent through this option must be at most $50; otherwise, it will be rejected. Money orders should include the inmate's full name and ID number and be sent to the appropriate mailing address.

If an inmate is released or transferred to another facility, all the money left on the Detainee Fund Account will be given to them as a debit card. The debit card provider can be contacted at (800) 284-1990.

How to Visit a Kane County Inmate

Inmates are allowed visits from their loved ones and family, including "professionals" such as clergy, law enforcement agents, and attorneys. However, only visitors on the Approved Visitors List compiled by the inmate are allowed visits with them. Face-to-face visits are not allowed. All visitations are done via the facility's video visitation system.

Once the inmate has completed the list, the individuals must register as users in the prison system. New users should create a unique username and password. Both details must be kept safe as they cannot be retrieved (even by service representatives at the County Sheriff's office). After the user name creation, the individuals can schedule a visit. All visitors are allowed to meet with the inmate for 30 minutes only.

Visitations are subject to specific regulations listed as follows:

All visits must be scheduled 72 hours/3 days in advance.
Visitors are not allowed to visit between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.
No electronic devices, bags, or any other items are permitted in the visiting area.
The prison authorities may cancel visitations for security or safety reasons and on Kane County Court-appointed holidays.
Visitors must be at the prison 15 minutes before their visitation time for check-in procedures. Any visitor who arrives later than 15 minutes will not be permitted to visit the inmate.
Visitors are also expected to come with the following documents:
Valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or a State issued ID card
Proof of relationships like birth certificates, marriage licenses, adoption papers, or other legal documents.
Birth certificate for all children below the age of 18 (who must be accompanied by an adult)

Review the Detainee Visiting Regulations page for more information on Kane County visitation rules.

How to Send Jail Mail in Kane County

Kane County inmates can receive any amount of mail from members of the public. The mail should include the inmate's full name and ID number and should be properly addressed.Inmates can receive up to 5 photographs per envelope, which must be sent from a residential address. Additionally, media such as books (from a known distributor), newspapers, and magazines can be sent through the mail. The following items are prohibited:

Adhesives
Cosmetics
Used books
Large packages
Unused stamps
Electronic devices
Return address stickers
Items from Amazon.com
Blank cards, paper, or stationary
Cardboard envelopes with bubble wrap
Hardcover books, bookmarks, strings, and ribbons
Photographs containing nudity, hand signs or reference to gangs, or Polaroid images

Review the Corrections Mail page for more information on sending mail to an inmate in the Kane County Adult Justice Center.

Kane County Jails and Prisons

Below are the names, addresses, and contact information of all Kane County jail and prison facilities:

Fox Valley Adult Transition Center
1329 North Lake Street
Aurora, IL 60506
Phone: (630) 897-5610
Fax: (630) 897-1386

Illinois Youth Center
3825 Campton Hills Rd
St. Charles, IL 60175
Phone: (630) 584-0506

Kane County Adult Justice Center
37 West 755 Illinois
Route 38, Suite B
St. Charles, IL 60175
Phone: (630) 208-2060

Kane County Juvenile Justice Center
37W655 Route 38
St. Charles, IL 60175
Phone: (630) 406-7480