Macon County Jail
Illinois
Macon County Jail
The Macon County Sheriff's Office runs the Macon County Jail in Decatur.
- Address
- 333 S. Franklin St, Decatur, IL 62523
- Phone
- (217) 424-1311
How to find an inmate
Call the Macon County Jail in Decatur with the person's full name and date of birth, or check the Macon County Sheriff's Office pages on the county website for an inmate listing. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the Illinois Department of Corrections individual in custody search.
Visitation
The Macon County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules at the Decatur jail, including ID and registration requirements. Confirm current visiting schedules and methods with the jail before visiting.
Bail and bond
Since September 2023, Illinois has no cash bail, and a Macon County judge decides pretrial release and any conditions. Contact the jail or the Macon County Circuit Clerk for a person's release status and court dates.
Mail and money
Send mail with the inmate's full name to the jail address in Decatur, following the jail's mail rules. Ask the jail for the approved ways to deposit money to an inmate account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Macon County Jail?
Call (217) 424-1311 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Macon County Jail?
The jail is at 333 S. Franklin St, Decatur, IL 62523.
How do I post bail in Macon County?
Illinois ended cash bail in 2023, so a judge sets pretrial release conditions. Contact the jail or the Circuit Clerk for details.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Macon County Jail?
Yes, through the methods the jail approves. Confirm the current options with the jail.