Potter County Jail
South Dakota
Potter County Sheriff's Office (inmates held at contracted jails)
Potter County has no county jail, so the Potter County Sheriff's Office in Gettysburg houses arrested people in other counties' jails under contract.
- Address
- 201 S Exene St, Gettysburg, SD 57442
- Phone
- (605) 765-9405
How to find an inmate
Potter County does not run its own jail, so people arrested by the Potter County Sheriff's Office in Gettysburg are held 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 held. For people sentenced to state prison, use the South Dakota Department of Corrections offender locator.
Visitation
Visits follow the rules of the jail housing the Potter County inmate. Confirm the facility with the Potter County Sheriff's Office, then call that jail to confirm visiting schedules and requirements.
Bail and bond
Bail for Potter County cases is set by the South Dakota circuit court. Call the Potter County Sheriff's Office to confirm the bond amount and where bond can be posted.
Mail and money
Mail and funds must be sent to the jail where the person is actually housed. Call the Potter County Sheriff's Office to confirm the facility, then follow that jail's mail and deposit rules.
Frequently asked questions
Does Potter County have a jail?
No. Potter County has no county jail, and its inmates are held in other counties' jails under contract.
How do I find out if someone from Potter County is in custody?
Call the Potter County Sheriff's Office in Gettysburg at (605) 765-9405 with the person's full name and date of birth.
How do I post bail in Potter County?
Call the Potter County Sheriff's Office to confirm the bond amount and where to pay it.
Can I send money to a Potter County inmate?
Yes, using the approved methods of the jail holding the person. Confirm the facility with the sheriff's office first.