Racine County, WI Jail Inmate Search & Roster 2026

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Racine County, Wisconsin · Current custody and family action guide

Racine County Booking Lookup: Custody, Bail, Visits, Court and Release Help

When someone is booked in Racine County, finding the name is only the first step. Families usually need the inmate number, housing location, bail or hold status, court date, Sunday visit time, deposit method, mailing rules, and the correct jail entrance for the task.

This guide brings those county rules into one practical page. Use the official locator only to run the live search; use the sections below to understand the record and complete the next action without opening a long list of county pages.

Run official inmate search Call Racine County Jail No record found?
Identity and legal-status warning: A booking record or photograph does not prove guilt. Racine County also warns that online jail data may contain errors or change. Verify the person with the inmate number, birth date, custody date, physical description, case details, and current housing before paying money, visiting, or publishing information.
Official search

Last name, first name, gender and birth year.

Jail phone

262-636-3929

Jail address

717 Wisconsin Ave., Racine, WI 53403.

Maximum bed space

County-listed capacity of 876 detainees.

Source review

Official information checked July 17, 2026.

Start with the information you have

Choose the fastest Racine County inmate-search route

1
I know only the name

Enter the last name first. Add the first name or birth year only if too many matches appear.

2
I have the inmate number

Use it to verify the correct person and keep it for deposits, mail, phone, property and jail calls.

3
I have a court case number

Use Wisconsin Circuit Court Access to check filings, the court branch, hearing history and case status.

Best search habit: Begin with fewer fields. One wrong spelling or birth year can hide the record you need.

Choose the problem you need to solve

Jump directly to the relevant action.

Live locator workflow

How to search the Racine County Jail roster correctly

Open the county inmate locator Use the Racine County-operated search rather than a copied roster, commercial mugshot page, or old search-engine result.
Start with the last name Leave the first name, gender, and birth year blank during the first attempt.
Add one filter at a time If several names appear, add the first name. Add gender or year of birth only when another filter is still needed.
Try alternate name formats Test maiden names, hyphenated surnames, compound names, suffixes, shortened first names, and common spelling differences.
Open the matching detail page Compare the inmate number, date of birth, race, sex and age, height, weight, hair, eyes, custody date, cell location, bail or fine amount, court date, and court branch.
Open linked case information The locator directs users to case details from the inmate record. Save every case number because one custody record can involve several cases or holds.
Save the inmate number and housing These details are especially useful for mail, deposits, visitation registration, property pickup, and questions to jail staff.
Call before a high-impact action Contact 262-636-3929 before posting bond, driving to the facility, delivering medication, or relying on a release estimate.
Open live inmate locator Call the jail

What each Racine County inmate-locator field means

Use the result to verify identity and choose the next action
Field What it tells you What to do next
Inmate number The jail identifier attached to the person. Keep it for mail, account deposits, provider registration, property and phone calls.
Photograph A visual aid connected with the current or recorded booking. Never use the photograph alone; compare other identifiers.
Date of birth and description Birth date, race, sex/age, height, weight, hair and eye information. Use at least two fields to separate people with similar names.
Cell location The current housing assignment displayed by the jail. Use it to determine Sunday visit eligibility and registration time; recheck before traveling.
Bail or fine amount The amount currently shown for a bond, fine or commitment-related matter. Ask whether other cases, probation holds or detainers still prevent release.
Custody date When the jail record shows the person entered custody. Compare it with the known arrest date and distinguish a current stay from an older matter.
Court date and branch The scheduled court information presently associated with the record. Confirm through Wisconsin Circuit Court Access because court settings can change.
Case details The linked criminal or traffic case information. Review each case separately; one payable bond may not resolve every matter.
Online update timing: Racine County says court paperwork is usually not received at the jail before about 6 p.m. After jail staff update the file, the online information normally appears within about 15 minutes.
Troubleshooting

No Racine County inmate record found? Follow this order

Arrest happened very recently The person may still be in transport, identification, health screening, property inventory or booking. Retry after intake and call the jail.
Name may be recorded differently Search the last name only, then try a maiden name, hyphen variation, suffix, alternate spelling or shortened first name.
The person was released A current-custody locator may no longer display someone who posted bond, completed a commitment or was released by court order.
The person was transferred An out-of-county warrant, state-prison transfer, federal matter, hospital placement or another jurisdiction can move the person from local custody.
A court case exists without current custody Search Wisconsin Circuit Court Access. A criminal case can remain active after release.
You need an older booking or report The Sheriff’s Records Bureau maintains inactive jail files, fingerprint cards, mug shots, incident reports and investigative records.
Useful phone script “I am trying to confirm whether [full legal name], date of birth [date], is currently in Racine County custody. The arrest may have occurred on [date] through [agency]. I have [inmate or case number, if known]. Can you confirm whether the person is still housed there, released, or transferred?”

What happens after a person is booked in Racine County?

Admission and trust account Money in the person’s possession is placed into an inmate trust account. That account may later be used for commissary, medical fees, Huber fees and approved disbursements.
Charges, warrants and holds are matched The jail determines whether the person has a cash, signature or co-signature bond, an unpaid commitment, a Department of Corrections probation hold, or an out-of-county detainer.
Initial court appearance For a new charge, Racine County says court is generally the next business day around 1:30–2:30 p.m., excluding traffic matters. Warrant matters may take one to two business days.
Classification during the first 72 hours If release is not secured, classification staff review criminal history, prior confinement, adjustment and discipline information to assign Level 1 minimum, Level 2 medium or Level 3 maximum housing.
Release, continued custody or transfer The person may post bond, receive a signature bond, serve a commitment, remain on a hold, enter an alternative program or await transport to another jurisdiction.

Racine County Jail address, capacity, phone and correct entrance

The jail covers an entire downtown city block and has a county-listed maximum bed space of 876. Racine County describes on-site medical and mental-health services, food and commissary operations, AODA treatment, chaplain programming, a law library and video visitation.

Racine County Jail
717 Wisconsin Avenue
Racine, WI 53403

Main jail: 262-636-3929
Fax: 262-636-3470

Sheriff and records contacts

Sheriff administration: 262-636-3822
Records Bureau: 262-636-3229
Property room: 262-636-3696

Use the right side of the building

Wisconsin Avenue Sunday face-to-face visitation

Visitors personally check in at the Law Enforcement Center entrance on Wisconsin Avenue.

Main Street On-site video visits

The free public video-visitation room and scheduling computer are at the Main Street professional entrance.

8th Street 24-hour jail lobby

Use the 8th Street entrance for account kiosk access, medication or medical-device delivery, glasses and PREA in-person reporting.

Arrival mistake to avoid: The jail is at 717 Wisconsin Avenue. The Racine County Courthouse and Clerk mailing address are at 730 Wisconsin Avenue. Verify whether your task is jail, criminal court, records, visitation or a 24-hour lobby drop-off.
Housing and privileges

Racine County Jail classification levels explained

Classification can change visitation, dayroom, commissary and program access
Level Published privileges Family impact
Level 1 minimum Dayroom 6 a.m.–midnight; full commissary including listed comfort items; microwave if available; programs; one weekly 20-minute non-contact visit; weekly video visits; worker eligibility. This is the classification most likely to qualify for the published Sunday face-to-face visit.
Level 2 medium Dayroom 6 a.m.–10 p.m.; full commissary; microwave if available; programs; weekly video visits; worker eligibility. The county visitation page says floors not listed for face-to-face visits generally use video visits.
Level 3 maximum Dayroom 6 a.m.–9 p.m.; very limited commissary; weekly video visits; limited programming. Security restrictions may limit services and movement.
Reclassification: Racine County says inmates may generally request reclassification about 60 days after initial classification. Behavior and rule compliance carry significant weight. Classification decisions can be appealed in writing to the Classification Supervisor.
Bond, commitments and holds

Understand why payment may—or may not—release the inmate

Racine County custody and bond terms
Status What it means Can money resolve it?
Cash bond A stated amount is paid as a guarantee that the defendant will return to court. Potentially, but verify all other cases and holds first.
Signature bond The defendant signs a promise to return to court without depositing the stated cash amount. Usually no cash deposit for that bond, but conditions still apply.
Co-signature bond The inmate and a named co-signer sign the appearance obligation. Follow the court’s written conditions.
Commitment An unpaid citation has become a warrant-like commitment: pay the fine or serve the specified days. The listed fine may resolve the commitment; the county says there is no separate court appearance for that matter.
Probation hold The Wisconsin Department of Corrections placed a hold for an alleged supervision-rule violation. No bond or fine releases this hold. DOC determines when it is lifted.
Out-of-county detainer Another county or state has a warrant for the inmate. Pay a listed bond if permitted; otherwise the other jurisdiction may transport the person.

Before posting bond

Confirm the correct inmate and every case Use the inmate number, date of birth and case numbers. Ask whether one record contains several bonds or holds.
Ask what exact amount is currently due Court paperwork may arrive after 6 p.m.; recheck the locator after the jail updates the file.
Confirm the accepted method County pages describe cash, exact cashier’s checks and exact money orders. Card processing uses a third-party service and an additional nonrefundable fee.
Bring valid photo identification Photo ID is required when paying bail or bond.
Keep the receipt and current address If refundable, the Clerk sends the money to the name and address shown on the receipt after the case is completed or the court orders return.
Confirm physical release A paid bond does not override a probation hold or detainer and does not guarantee immediate exit.
$30 booking fee

Charged to a person serving time at Racine County Jail.

$35 warrant fee

County-listed processing fee for arrest on a warrant entered by the Sheriff’s Office.

Bond refund timing

The Clerk says eligible cash-bond refunds are generally mailed within four to six weeks after disposition.

Refund deduction warning: The Clerk states that restitution, fines, forfeitures or costs imposed against the defendant may be paid from the deposited bond without additional notice.
Release timing: Racine County says inmates completing a sentence are usually released between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m., with exceptions. The jail does not disclose transport times to another jurisdiction for security reasons.
Sunday non-contact visits

Racine County face-to-face visitation schedule by housing unit

Public face-to-face visits are behind glass with a telephone. They are available to eligible minimum-classification inmates, AODA participants, Huber inmates, community-service workers and inmate workers. The inmate—not jail staff—is responsible for telling the visitor the registration time.

Sunday registration times published by Racine County
Housing unit Registration time Check-in location
2EW – Dayrooms 3 & 4 7:30–8:00 a.m. Wisconsin Avenue Law Enforcement Center entrance
2EE 8:45–9:15 a.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
2C / 3C / 4C 10:15–10:45 a.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
3EW – Dayrooms 3 & 4 11:15–11:45 a.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
3EE 1:00–1:30 p.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
3EW – Dayroom 5 2:00–2:30 p.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
2B / 2EW – Dayroom 5 / DOC rentals 2:45–3:15 p.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
3A 3:45–4:15 p.m. Wisconsin Avenue entrance
One visit per week

Eligible inmates receive one 20-minute non-contact visit each week.

Four visitors maximum

The maximum is four people regardless of age.

Discipline restriction

Inmates on discipline status do not receive visits.

Confirm the inmate’s exact cell location on the day of the visit
Have the inmate tell you the correct Sunday registration window
Bring photo ID containing identifying physical details
Visitors under 18 must be accompanied by an adult
Arrive completely sober and cooperate with security screening
Leave cellphones outside the Law Enforcement Center
If the floor is not listed: Racine County says an inmate not on a published face-to-face floor—and not in discipline—is generally eligible for video visitation only.
Securus video visitation

Free on-site and paid remote video visits

20-minute sessions

All scheduled video visits are set for 20 minutes but staff may end a visit earlier.

On-site is free

Use the video-visitation room at the Main Street professional entrance.

Remote vendor fee

Home computer or supported mobile visits have a nominal provider charge.

On-site scheduling-computer hours

Main Street professional entrance scheduling access
Time block Availability Planning note
Morning 8:00–11:00 a.m. Use the lobby computer to register or schedule.
Afternoon 1:00–4:30 p.m. No professional/video visitation during the 11 a.m.–1 p.m. operational block unless authorized.
Evening 6:00–9:00 p.m. No professional/video visitation during the 4:30–6 p.m. operational block unless authorized.
  • The registering user must be at least 18.
  • All video visits are recorded and monitored.
  • The inmate may not hand the phone or device to another inmate.
  • Nudity, simulated sexual acts or suspected gang activity terminates the session.
  • Correctional staff may end a visit at any time for safety or security.
  • The number of visits depends on the inmate’s classification status.
Register or schedule through Securus
Inmate trust account

Deposit money, understand fees and avoid a negative-balance surprise

The inmate trust account can pay for commissary, medical fees, Huber fees and other authorized charges. Money taken during booking is also placed into this account.

24-hour 8th Street lobby kiosk cash-deposit fees
Deposit amount Published fee Transaction note
$0.01–$20 $2.95 Use the correct inmate identity before inserting funds.
$21–$100 $3.95 Cash, money orders and cashier’s checks are listed for kiosk placement.
$101–$200 $4.95 $200 is the published maximum per kiosk transaction.
Copy the inmate’s exact name and number Do not select a person based on a similar name.
Choose lobby or online deposit The lobby kiosk is at the 24-hour entrance off 8th Street. The county’s online action uses TouchPay/GTL Financial Services.
Review the fee before confirming Vendor or kiosk fees are separate from the amount credited to the inmate.
Save the receipt Keep the confirmation, date, amount and inmate number until the account is credited.
Understand outstanding debt If the account is negative, new deposits are used to repay the balance before the inmate can spend the remainder.
Negative balances continue after release: Racine County says jail debt does not disappear. It may be subject to tax intercept or collection, and funds from a future Racine County incarceration may be applied to the old balance.
Positive balance at release: The jail issues a debit card for the remaining balance. In limited situations, the Jail Administrator may allow release of funds to family after a written inmate request.
TouchPay customer service

866-204-1603
support@touchpaydirect.com

TouchPay mailing address
PO Box 3182
Coppell, TX 75019
Make a live online deposit

Racine County commissary and iCare gift packages

Family and friends can order approved personal-care items, salty or sweet treats, and seasonal packages through iCare. The vendor may substitute a product with an item of equal or greater value when inventory changes.

Create a new iCare account Old iCare credentials may not work on the current site. Create an account and activate it from the confirmation email.
Search the inmate Enter at least three characters of the first name, last name or inmate number.
Verify the correct person Select the inmate only after comparing the available identifier.
Choose an approved package The products displayed for Racine County are intended to meet facility restrictions.
Save the order number and date These are required when contacting customer support.
Cards accepted

Visa and MasterCard.

Delivery timing

Delivery follows the facility’s next permitted schedule and may not be immediate.

Released before delivery

The vendor says a refund is issued if the inmate is released before receipt.

iCare support

888-439-5020 · 8 a.m.–9 p.m. Eastern, seven days a week. Have your name, facility, order number and order date ready.

Order an approved iCare package
Mail and publication rules

How to address Racine County inmate mail and prevent rejection

Mailing format
Inmate’s full name
SPN or inmate number
Housing unit
Racine County Jail
717 Wisconsin Avenue
Racine, WI 53403
Five-page limit: General incoming mail over five pages is not screened for delivery and is placed directly into secure property. An inmate may request a waiver once per month by writing a supervisor at least five business days before the expected mailing and explaining the reason, page count and expected date.

Incoming mail checklist

Use ordinary paper no larger than 8½ × 11 inches
Write neatly with ballpoint pen or pencil
Include the inmate name, SPN and housing unit
Keep photographs at 4 × 6 inches or smaller
Make sure children shown in photos are fully clothed
Use a complete sender return address

Items the jail says not to send

Cards and adhesives

No greeting cards, postcards, laminated items, tape, glue, stickers, glitter or confetti.

Supplies and money

No stamps, envelopes, blank paper, currency, checks, food, gifts or phone cards.

Cutouts and loose media

No newspaper, magazine, calendar or book cutouts; no electrical or light-up items.

Photos and drawings

No Polaroids, nudity, sexual content, violence, gang signs, alcohol, drugs, smoking or vaping depictions.

Writing materials

No marker, colored pencil, gel pen or crayon content.

Hazard concerns

No perfume, lipstick, cosmetics, stains, unknown substances or biohazard concerns.

Legal mail

Legal mail includes correspondence with attorneys, courts, elected officials, probation or parole, the Sheriff, jail administrators and licensed health professionals. It is opened and staples are removed in the inmate’s presence. The envelope is discarded for security, but the inmate may copy the return address first.

Books, newspapers and publications

  • Publications must be mailed directly from one of the county-approved publishers: Freebird, Milkweed, Sureshot Books, Moody, Publishers Storage + Shipping, or Friends of Peace Pilgrim.
  • Hard-cover books are not accepted.
  • The inmate may possess no more than two books at a time.
  • Excess books must be released and picked up within seven days or they become jail-library property.
  • No more than two newspapers may be kept in the living area.
  • Certified mail is unavailable unless legally required and approved through a written request to a jail supervisor.
No home-mail forwarding: The jail generally does not accept mail forwarded from the inmate’s home. County policy identifies limited exceptions such as legal, Social Security or Human Services correspondence.
Medical, dental and mental health

Medication, glasses, CPAP and HIPAA procedures

Racine County contracts licensed medical, dental and psychological professionals and says nursing staff are on site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Doctor, dentist and nurse visits may have a nominal charge.

What family may deliver at the 24-hour 8th Street lobby
Item County rule Important limitation
Prescription medication Must be valid and not expired. The jail doctor must approve it; drop-off does not guarantee administration.
Over-the-counter medication or supplements Not accepted from family or friends. The inmate may purchase approved OTC medication through commissary.
Prescription glasses Accepted with a written prescription from the eye doctor. Dark lenses need medical approval.
Breast pump May be dropped for an inmate’s use. Coordinate with medical staff.
CPAP or oxygen equipment May be dropped off, including distilled water needed for use. Medical approval and safe use still control.

Sharing health information with the jail

Give staff urgent background information The jail accepts health details from family that may help clinicians follow up.
Do not expect inmate-specific answers by phone HIPAA prevents staff from discussing protected medical information without authorization.
Use the medical release form The inmate must sign a HIPAA release before information can be released in writing.
Fax or deliver the completed form Fax medical releases to 262-636-3470 or deliver them at the 24-hour window off 8th Street.
Medical emergency: For an immediate life-safety concern, tell jail staff the exact inmate identity and the urgent facts. Do not rely on ordinary mail or a vendor message.
Property and clothing

What can be released, delivered or taken during a transfer?

Allowed in housing

Legal papers, personal letters, approved photos up to 4 × 6, prescription glasses, dentures and commissary items.

Releasable to family

Keys, cell phones, jewelry and insurance cards. Quest cards require Racine County Human Services approval.

Not released

Wallets, purses and money are not released through the ordinary property process.

Not accepted from family

Hygiene products and undergarments must be purchased through commissary.

Property pickup steps

The inmate submits the release The form must list the recipient’s full name and include the inmate’s signature and date.
Call the property room first Use 262-636-3696 to confirm that the form is complete before traveling.
Arrive during pickup hours Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, 9:30–11:00 a.m.
Bring valid photo identification The named recipient signs an acceptance receipt.

Special delivery and transfer rules

  • Prescription glasses may be delivered at any time to the 24-hour 8th Street entrance with the eye prescription.
  • Jury-trial clothes may be dropped off at the 24-hour entrance on the day before the jury trial.
  • An inmate transferred to state prison generally takes the orange jail uniform, legal mail and one pair of glasses.
  • Other property after a state-prison transfer must be collected within 30 days or may be donated or disposed of.
  • Mail is not forwarded after transfer or release.
  • An inmate sent to Mendota, Winnebago or another state hospital takes all property.
Wisconsin Huber privileges

Racine County work release, fees and movement rules

Huber privileges must be authorized by the sentencing paperwork and approved under Wisconsin law and jail procedures. Possible purposes include employment, job search or training, school, medical treatment, childcare, elder care, household responsibilities, community service and probation meetings.

Maximum time out

Up to 12 consecutive hours, including reasonable travel time.

Maximum days

No more than six consecutive days per week; the inmate remains in jail on day seven.

Employment standard

Part-time work under eight hours per day or 40 hours per week generally needs supervisor approval or a court order.

Published Racine County Huber fees
Period or activity Fee Payment rule
First nine days of employment Huber $153 Due when accepted into the Huber facility.
Each later week $119 per week Due no later than Sunday and must remain one week paid in advance.
Childcare, school or medical Huber No Huber fee The court and jail still control authorization and schedule.

Rules that can cause loss of Huber

  • No unauthorized stops, side trips or social visits with family or friends.
  • No alcohol or illegal drugs; breath or urine testing may be required.
  • Refusing an alcohol or drug test is treated as an admission of use and results in loss of privileges.
  • A driver must have a valid license and insurance.
  • Jail staff may contact the worksite, review timecards or conduct presence checks.
  • Overtime and holiday work require advance approval; total out-of-jail time cannot exceed 12 hours.
Male Huber

262-636-3478

Female Huber

262-636-3369

Overtime documentation fax

262-636-3399 · Identify male or female Huber.

Transfer to another county

The alternative facility must be named in the judgment and prior acceptance documentation is required.

Alternatives to jail, treatment and sentence-reduction programs

Programs Racine County identifies for eligible participants
Program What it does Who decides
AODA in-jail and aftercare An intensive in-jail treatment component averaging about 30 days, followed by a nine-month aftercare component for successful participants. Court order, probation condition or hold-lift process.
Inmate worker Approved work inside the jail such as kitchen, laundry, meal delivery or cleaning. Eligibility and jail assignment.
Community service Approved work for public or nonprofit agencies outside the jail. Eligibility and program approval.
Jail-credit work Eligible inmates may receive one day of jail reduction for every 24 hours of qualifying work. State law and eligibility rules control.
Day Reporting / Home Detention Transitions eligible sentenced participants into structured community supervision for approved work, job search, medical or counseling activity. Court and program eligibility; noncompliance can return the participant to jail.
Pretrial risk assessment Screens fresh arrests who remain in jail for failure-to-appear and reoffending risk before the initial hearing. The report is provided to the commissioner, prosecution and defense for the bond decision.
Alternative placement is not self-enrollment: Court commissioners or circuit judges determine participation and place the conditions in the bond or sentence.
Court, docket and historical records

Use the right system for a live case, jail file or incident report

CASE
Current criminal case

Use Wisconsin Circuit Court Access with the case number from the inmate locator.

FEL
Felony court question

Call 262-636-3242. Felony Court is in the lower level of the Law Enforcement Center at 717 Wisconsin Avenue.

MIS
Misdemeanor court

Call 262-636-3508. Misdemeanor Court is on the main level at 717 Wisconsin Avenue.

TRF
Traffic court

Call 262-636-3148. Traffic Court is also on the main level of the Law Enforcement Center.

OLD
Inactive jail or arrest file

Use the Sheriff’s Records Bureau for inactive jail files, fingerprint cards, mug shots and Sheriff-generated reports.

DISC
Criminal discovery

An open-records request is not a substitute for discovery. Case discovery should be requested through the District Attorney.

Records Bureau facts

Office hours

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m., excluding legal holidays.

Report copies

Incident, supplemental and case documents are listed at $0.25 per page.

Retention

The bureau states that reports are maintained for eight years.

Body-camera timing

The current request page estimates six to eight months from receipt.

Large requests

Prepayment may be required.

Local scope

A Sheriff’s records check covers cases and contacts made by the Racine County Sheriff’s Office, not a statewide history.

Clerk of Circuit Court

262-636-3333
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
730 Wisconsin Ave., Racine, WI 53403

Sheriff’s Records Bureau

262-636-3229
Fax 262-637-5279
717 Wisconsin Ave., Racine, WI 53403

Search live Wisconsin court records Submit a Sheriff’s records request
Safety and notification

PREA reporting and VINE custody notifications

Report sexual abuse or harassment

Racine County states that it has zero tolerance for sexual misconduct between inmates or between staff and inmates. Reports are investigated under Wisconsin law.

Racine County PREA line

262-636-3811
Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Anonymous calls are accepted.

Sexual Assault Services

262-637-7233
Available 24/7; anonymous reporting is available.

In-person PREA report

Use the Racine County Jail 24-hour window on 8th Street.

Immediate danger

Call 911 for an active emergency outside the jail. Inside the jail, the inmate should alert staff immediately.

VINE custody and release notifications

VINE is free, confidential and supports multiple languages. Victims and other concerned users can search for an offender and register for available custody notifications.

Do not rely on only one alert: Automated notification is useful but should not replace a personal safety plan, current court information or direct emergency contact.
Search or register with VINE

Release and transfer: what families should expect

Bond has been paid Release still depends on paperwork, identity checks, property, other cases and holds.
A probation hold remains No payment releases a DOC hold; the jail waits for Department of Corrections authorization.
An out-of-county detainer remains The other jurisdiction may collect the inmate if its bond is not paid or no bond is available.
The sentence is complete Racine County says time-served releases are usually between 4 and 6 a.m., but exceptions occur.
The person is going to prison Most property must be picked up within 30 days; mail is not forwarded.
Transport is pending The jail does not disclose transport schedules for security reasons.
Pickup planning: Do not promise a fixed pickup time. Confirm that the person has physically left custody before driving to the jail.

Racine County Jail contact directory by problem

Call the office that handles the actual question
Your question Contact What to prepare
Is the person in custody, housed or released? Jail: 262-636-3929 Full name, birth date, inmate number, arrest date and case number.
Can I pick up property? Property: 262-636-3696 Recipient ID and confirmation that the inmate signed the form.
I have a TouchPay deposit problem 866-204-1603 Confirmation number, amount, date and inmate identity.
I have an iCare order problem 888-439-5020 Name, facility, order number and order date.
Felony court case 262-636-3242 Case number, defendant name and hearing date.
Misdemeanor court case 262-636-3508 Case number and defendant name.
Older jail or Sheriff’s record Records: 262-636-3229 Date range, names, incident number and exact documents requested.
PREA report 262-636-3811 Only the facts you safely can provide; anonymous reports are accepted.

Racine County Jail map and before-you-go checklist

Confirm current custody and housing in the live locator
Write down the inmate number and every case number
Choose Wisconsin Avenue, Main Street or 8th Street entrance
Bring valid photo ID when required
Check the exact visitation or property time window
Leave cellphones outside when attending face-to-face visitation

Official live actions retained for tasks this page cannot complete

The procedures, fees, schedules and restrictions are explained above. These buttons are limited to actions requiring a live government or approved provider system.

FIND
Search current custody

Run the Racine County inmate locator.

Open search
PAY
Deposit trust funds

Complete an online TouchPay deposit.

Make deposit
VISIT
Schedule video visit

Register and choose an available Securus session.

Schedule visit
GIFT
Order iCare

Select an approved package for the verified inmate.

Order package
COURT
Check court case

Search Wisconsin Circuit Court Access.

Search CCAP
ALERT
Register for notifications

Use VINE for available custody alerts.

Open VINE
Source review: The article incorporates Racine County Jail Division, inmate locator, bond, visitation, classification, account, commissary, mail, healthcare, Huber, property, alternatives, PREA, VINE, Clerk of Circuit Court and Records Bureau information reviewed July 17, 2026. Current custody, provider fees, housing, court and operational schedules can change.

Racine County Jail inmate search FAQs

How do I search for an inmate in Racine County Jail?

Use the official Racine County Jail Inmate Locator. Start with the last name, add one field at a time, and verify the record using the inmate number, birth date, physical description, custody date, housing and case information.

What is the Racine County Jail phone number?

Call 262-636-3929. The jail is at 717 Wisconsin Avenue, Racine, WI 53403.

Why is someone not showing in the inmate search?

The person may still be in intake, recorded under another name, released, transferred, or held elsewhere. Retry with fewer fields, check CCAP and call the jail.

What information appears in the inmate locator?

Results may show the inmate number, photo, birth date, physical description, cell location, bail or fine, custody date, court date, branch and case details.

When can I visit an inmate?

Eligible minimum, AODA, Huber, community-service and inmate workers may receive one 20-minute Sunday non-contact visit at the registration time assigned to their housing unit.

How does video visitation work?

Eligible inmates may receive 20-minute Securus video visits. On-site visits at the Main Street professional entrance are free; remote visits have a provider fee. All sessions are recorded and monitored.

How do I post bond?

Verify every case and hold first. Racine County explains cash, signature and co-signature bonds. Exact cash, cashier’s check or money order rules and third-party card fees should be confirmed before payment.

How do I deposit money?

Use the 8th Street lobby kiosk or the county-linked online service. Kiosk cash fees are $2.95 up to $20, $3.95 for $21–$100 and $4.95 for $101–$200, with a $200 maximum per transaction.

What is the inmate mailing address?

Use the inmate’s name, SPN, housing unit, Racine County Jail, 717 Wisconsin Avenue, Racine, WI 53403. General mail over five pages is normally placed into secure property.

How do I pick up property?

The inmate must authorize the named recipient. Pickup is Monday–Friday, excluding holidays, 9:30–11 a.m. Bring photo ID and call 262-636-3696 before traveling.

Can I bring medication or medical equipment?

Valid non-expired prescription medication, prescription glasses with written prescription, breast pumps, CPAP and oxygen equipment may be delivered at the 24-hour 8th Street lobby subject to medical approval. OTC medication and supplements are not accepted.

How do I obtain an older jail or Sheriff’s record?

Contact the Records Bureau at 262-636-3229 or submit an official request. The bureau maintains inactive jail files, fingerprint cards, mug shots and Sheriff-generated reports.

Independent information and presumption-of-innocence notice: This website is not Racine County, the Sheriff’s Office, a court, Securus, TouchPay, iCare or a live detention database. Jail information can be delayed, corrected or changed through court, bond, transfer, classification or release. An arrest, booking or charge is not proof of guilt. Do not use custody information to harass, threaten, discriminate against, exploit or unlawfully identify any person.

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