Lincoln County Jail
South Dakota
Lincoln County Jail
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office runs the Lincoln County Jail in Canton, and some inmates may be housed at contracted facilities such as the Minnehaha County Jail in Sioux Falls.
- Address
- 104 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013
- Phone
- (605) 764-5651
How to find an inmate
Check the Lincoln County website for a current inmate roster. If none is posted, call the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office in Canton with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the South Dakota Department of Corrections offender locator at doc.sd.gov.
Visitation
Visits at the Lincoln County Jail in Canton are set by the Sheriff's Office and may require advance scheduling and photo ID. Call the jail to confirm current visiting days, rules, and whether video visitation is used.
Bail and bond
Bail is set by a judge or by the bond schedule of the South Dakota Unified Judicial System. Call the Lincoln County Jail in Canton to learn the bond amount and the accepted payment methods and locations.
Mail and money
Mail must include the inmate's full name and the jail's address and is inspected by staff. Ask the Lincoln County Sheriff's Office how to deposit money to an inmate account and what limits or fees apply.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Lincoln County Jail?
Check the county website for a roster or call the Sheriff's Office at (605) 764-5651 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Lincoln County Jail?
The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office is at 104 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013.
How do I post bail in Lincoln County?
Call the jail to get the bond amount and accepted payment methods, then pay as the jail instructs.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Lincoln County Jail?
Yes, through the jail's inmate account system; call the Sheriff's Office to confirm how to deposit.