Dewey County Jail
South Dakota
Contracted county jails (Dewey County Sheriff's Office, Timber Lake)
Dewey County has no county jail, so the Dewey County Sheriff's Office in Timber Lake houses inmates in other jails under contract, and tribal arrests on the Cheyenne River Reservation are handled by tribal authorities.
- Address
- 710 C St, Timber Lake, SD 57656
- Phone
- (605) 865-3330
How to find an inmate
Call the Dewey County Sheriff's Office in Timber Lake with the person's full name and date of birth to learn whether they are in county custody and where they are held. If the arrest was made by tribal police, contact Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe authorities instead. For people sentenced to state prison, use the South Dakota Department of Corrections offender locator at doc.sd.gov.
Visitation
Visits are handled by the jail where the inmate is housed. Confirm the location with the Sheriff's Office, then call that facility for its visiting rules and ID requirements.
Bail and bond
Bail is set by a judge or by a bond schedule through the Fourth Judicial Circuit. Call the Sheriff's Office or the holding jail to confirm the bond amount and how to post it.
Mail and money
Send mail and money to the facility actually holding the inmate. Get the correct address and deposit options from the Sheriff's Office or the holding jail.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dewey County have a jail?
No. Dewey County has no county jail, and inmates are held in other jails under contract.
How do I find out if someone from Dewey County is in custody?
Call the Dewey County Sheriff's Office in Timber Lake with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail in Dewey County?
Contact the Sheriff's Office or the holding jail to confirm the bond amount and payment process.
Can I send money to a Dewey County inmate?
Yes, through the facility where the person is held. Confirm the deposit method with that jail.