Detention Center FAQs
Whom should I contact if an emergency has occurred and I need to forward the information to an inmate?
Inform a corrections staff member and explain the situation, and they can assist you at 402-643-9453.
When can I visit?
Please see the Visitation Page
Where do I go to post someone’s bond, pay someone’s fine, or place money on an inmate’s account?
– Seward County Justice Center, 261 S. 8th St. Cash or debit/credit card will be accepted in the kiosk in the Front Lobby.
– Jailatm.com
– U.S. Postal money orders, Cashier’s Checks, and cash can be sent through the mail to:
Seward County Detention Center
Attention: Inmate’s Name
261 S. 8th St Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
Personal checks will not be accepted.
If I post someone’s bond, will I receive the bond money?
Yes, you will need to push the intercom in Front Lobby by the kiosk and notify the Detention Center staff of your request.
If paying on Jailatm.com, you will need to call the jail (402)643-9453 and notify the Detention Center staff of your request.
How can I contact an inmate via telephone?
Telephone calls cannot be placed to inmates. Inmates have daily use to the telephones that allow them to place calls. Inmates have the opportunity to purchase phone time with money from their inmate account. Please see the Phone Calls Page.
May I send mail to an inmate?
Yes, as long as the sender does not have a no-contact with the inmate or as long as the correspondence does not jeopardize the public or facility safety and security. Incoming mail will not be delivered to the inmate if it contains contraband or does not have a return address on the envelope.
All mail shall be addressed:
Seward County Detention Center
Attention: Inmate’s Name
261 S. 8th St Suite 099
Seward, NE 68434
Can an inmate receive property?
With prior approval: glasses, medications, and medical prosthetics may be accepted and are the only accepted items.
When does an inmate go to court after arrest?
Typically, the inmate will have a bond review set for the Wednesday after arrest. If the court is not available that day, they review will be set for another day.
Towing Companies
If you have a vehicle that has been towed due to incarceration, the registered owner can contact the towing company and set up a time to recover the vehicle.
Companies that are used in Seward County are:
– Meyer Ford (402)643-6673 during hours; (402)641-7765 after hours
– Midwest (402)641-8166
– Potter Repair (402)643-0615
– State Patrol (402)417-4545