Penobscot County Jail
Maine
Penobscot County Jail
The Penobscot County Jail in Bangor is operated by the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office.
- Address
- 85 Hammond Street, Bangor, ME 04401
- Phone
- (207) 947-4585
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.penobscot-sheriff.net/
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How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Penobscot County Jail in Bangor, call the jail and give the person's full name and date of birth. You can also ask the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office whether it posts an online roster. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the Maine Department of Corrections adult resident search.
Visitation
The Penobscot County Sheriff's Office sets visiting rules at the Bangor jail, and visitors generally need valid photo ID and may need to schedule in advance. Call the jail to confirm the current schedule and rules.
Bail and bond
In Maine, bail is set by a bail commissioner after an arrest, or by a judge at the first court appearance. Call the Penobscot County Jail to ask the person's bail status and how payment is accepted.
Mail and money
Mail for a person at the Penobscot County Jail must include their full name and the jail address in Bangor, and it must follow the jail's mail rules. Money can be deposited only through methods approved by the Sheriff's Office. Call the jail to confirm current mail rules and deposit options.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in Penobscot County Jail?
Call (207) 947-4585 with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Maine DOC resident search.
What is the address of Penobscot County Jail?
The jail is at 85 Hammond Street, Bangor, ME 04401.
How do I post bail in Penobscot County?
Bail is set by a bail commissioner or a judge. Call the jail to learn the bail status and the accepted ways to pay.
Can I send money to an inmate at Penobscot County Jail?
Yes, through deposit methods approved by the Sheriff's Office. Call the jail to confirm the current options.