Mercer County Jail
Illinois
Mercer County Jail
The Mercer County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Aledo.
- Address
- 305 NW 7th Street, Aledo, IL 61231
- Phone
- (309) 582-5194
How to find an inmate
To find out whether someone is held at the Mercer County Jail in Aledo, call the Mercer County Sheriff's Office at (309) 582-5194 and give the person's full name and date of birth. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the Illinois Department of Corrections Individual in Custody Search on idoc.illinois.gov.
Visitation
The Mercer County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules for the jail in Aledo, including scheduling, identification requirements, and conduct rules. Call the jail before you visit to confirm current days, times, and whether visits are in person or by video.
Bail and bond
In Illinois, pretrial release is decided by a judge, and cash bail was eliminated under the Pretrial Fairness Act. Call the Mercer County Sheriff's Office or the Mercer County Circuit Clerk for an inmate's release status and court dates.
Mail and money
Mail for inmates is addressed to the inmate's full name in care of the Mercer County Jail, 305 NW 7th Street, Aledo, IL 61231, and is subject to inspection. Call the jail to confirm the current mail rules and how to deposit money to an inmate's account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Mercer County Jail?
Call the Mercer County Sheriff's Office at (309) 582-5194 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Mercer County Jail?
The jail is at 305 NW 7th Street, Aledo, IL 61231.
How do I get someone released from jail in Mercer County?
Illinois no longer uses cash bail, and a judge decides pretrial release. Contact the sheriff's office or the Mercer County Circuit Clerk for the inmate's status.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Mercer County Jail?
Yes. Call the jail to confirm the current accepted deposit methods.