Perkins County Jail
South Dakota
Perkins County Sheriff's Office (inmates held at contracted jails)
Perkins County has no county jail, so the Perkins County Sheriff's Office in Bison houses arrested people in other counties' jails under contract.
- Address
- 100 E Main St, Bison, SD 57620
- Phone
- (605) 244-5243
How to find an inmate
Perkins County does not operate its own jail, so people arrested by the Perkins County Sheriff's Office in Bison are housed in other counties' jails. Call the sheriff's office with the person's full name and date of birth to find out where they are being held. For people sentenced to state prison, use the South Dakota Department of Corrections offender locator.
Visitation
Visitation follows the rules of the jail where the Perkins County inmate is housed. Call the Perkins County Sheriff's Office to confirm the facility, then contact that jail to confirm visiting schedules, registration, and ID requirements.
Bail and bond
Bail for Perkins County cases is set by the South Dakota circuit court. Call the Perkins County Sheriff's Office to confirm the bond amount and whether bond is paid in Bison or at the jail holding the person.
Mail and money
Mail and money must go to the jail where the person is housed, using that facility's approved methods. Call the Perkins County Sheriff's Office to confirm the facility, then check that jail's mail and deposit rules.
Frequently asked questions
Does Perkins County have a jail?
No. Perkins County has no county jail, and its inmates are held in other counties' jails under contract.
How do I find out if someone from Perkins County is in custody?
Call the Perkins County Sheriff's Office at (605) 244-5243 with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail in Perkins County?
Call the Perkins County Sheriff's Office to confirm the bond amount and where to pay it.
Can I send money to a Perkins County inmate?
Yes, through the jail where the person is housed. Confirm the facility with the sheriff's office first.