Ramsey County Jail
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- Not available
- Established
- Not available
- Operated By
- Ramsey County Sheriff's Office
Ramsey County Jail Inmate Communication Overview
Ramsey County Jail, also known as the Adult Detention Center, is the county jail in St. Paul, Minnesota, operated by the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office. It uses a direct supervision environment. Face-to-face visits ended except for professional visits in 2003, and all visits are now by video.
Communication at Ramsey County Jail runs through NCIC Inmate Communications, per the county's inmate communication page. Families set up an NCIC account for phone service and video visits.
Visitation is video-based. Visitors must be approved and follow Sheriff's Office visiting rules. All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Ramsey County Jail.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: NCIC
Electronic messaging options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm with NCIC or the facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: NCIC
All visits are by video through NCIC. Schedule in advance and follow Sheriff's Office visiting rules.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: NCIC
Photo sharing options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm with NCIC or the facility.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: NCIC
Outgoing calls through the NCIC phone system. Fund an NCIC account and keep your number on the approved list.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Deposit options follow Sheriff's Office rules. Confirm the current deposit method with the facility before sending money.
Communication Providers at Ramsey County Jail
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
NCIC
NCIC provides inmate communications, including video visitation, at Ramsey County Jail, per the county's inmate communication page.
View NCIC ServicesCommunication Rules at Ramsey County Jail
- Create an NCIC account and keep your phone number on the inmate's approved list before expecting calls.
- All visits are by video. Schedule ahead through NCIC and log in on time.
- Visitors must be approved and follow Sheriff's Office visiting rules.
- All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
- Confirm visiting hours and rules with the facility, since schedules can change.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Ramsey County Jail
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- Which company handles phone calls at Ramsey County Jail?
- NCIC Inmate Communications provides phone service and video visitation at Ramsey County Jail, per the county's inmate communication page.
- Can I visit in person at Ramsey County Jail?
- No. Face-to-face visits ended except for professional visits in 2003. All visits are now by video through NCIC.
- How do video visits work at Ramsey County Jail?
- Video visits run through NCIC. Create an account, add the inmate, and schedule in advance. Log in on time for your scheduled visit.
- What is direct supervision at Ramsey County Jail?
- In a direct supervision jail, officers are stationed inside the housing units with inmates rather than observing from a separate control room. Ramsey County Jail uses this model.
- How do I add money for phone calls at Ramsey County Jail?
- Fund your NCIC account online or through the NCIC app. The inmate can only call numbers on the approved list.
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