Pope County Jail
Illinois
Pope County Jail (Pope County Sheriff's Office)
The Pope County Sheriff's Office in Golconda handles jail custody for the county and may house some detainees in other county facilities by agreement.
- Address
- 310 Main St, Golconda, IL 62938
How to find an inmate
Pope County does not have a widely published online roster, so call the Pope County Sheriff's Office in Golconda with the person's full name and date of birth to ask whether they are in custody or housed at another facility. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Illinois Department of Corrections Individual in Custody search on the IDOC website.
Visitation
Visits are controlled by the Pope County Sheriff's Office. Call the sheriff's office before you travel to confirm whether visits are allowed, the current schedule, ID requirements, and where the person is being held.
Bail and bond
Illinois ended cash bail on September 18, 2023, under the Pretrial Fairness Act. A judge decides at a pretrial hearing whether a person is released and on what conditions. Contact the Pope County Circuit Clerk in Golconda or the sheriff's office for hearing dates and release status.
Mail and money
Contact the Pope County Sheriff's Office for the correct mailing address and mail rules before sending letters. Ask the facility which methods it accepts for adding money to an inmate account, because methods and limits can change.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Pope County Jail?
Call the Pope County Sheriff's Office in Golconda with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Pope County Sheriff's Office?
It is at the Pope County Courthouse, 310 Main St, Golconda, IL 62938.
How do I post bail in Pope County?
Illinois no longer uses cash bail. A judge sets release conditions at a pretrial hearing, so contact the Pope County Circuit Clerk for case information.
Can I send money to an inmate held by Pope County?
Usually yes, but call the sheriff's office to confirm the accepted deposit methods and rules.