Ward County Jail
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- Not available
- Established
- Not available
- Operated By
- Ward County Sheriff
Ward County Jail Inmate Communication Overview
Ward County Jail, also known as the Ward County Detention Center, is the county detention facility in Minot, North Dakota, operated by the Ward County Sheriff. The campus includes an adult jail plus a juvenile detention facility.
Phone service at Ward County Jail runs through Reliance Telephone. The county's official Mail and Telephone page directs phone billing questions to Reliance, so families with billing issues should contact Reliance directly.
Visitation follows county rules. Visitors must be approved and bring valid photo identification. All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Ward County Jail.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: Reliance Telephone
Electronic messaging options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm with the facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: Reliance Telephone
Video visitation availability is not confirmed. Confirm current options with the facility before scheduling.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: Reliance Telephone
Photo sharing options are not confirmed for this facility. Confirm with the facility.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Reliance Telephone
Outgoing calls through the Reliance Telephone system. Direct phone billing questions to Reliance.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Deposit options are not confirmed. Confirm the current method with the facility before sending money.
Communication Providers at Ward County Jail
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
Reliance Telephone
Reliance Telephone provides phone service at Ward County Jail. The county directs phone billing questions to Reliance.
Communication Rules at Ward County Jail
- Direct phone billing questions to Reliance Telephone, per the county's official page.
- Visitors must be approved and bring a valid government-issued photo ID.
- Follow the county dress code. Inappropriate clothing will get your visit denied.
- All calls and visits are monitored and recorded.
- Confirm visiting hours before traveling, since schedules vary.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Ward County Jail
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- Which company handles phone calls at Ward County Jail?
- Reliance Telephone provides phone service at Ward County Jail. The county's official Mail and Telephone page directs phone billing questions to Reliance.
- How do I visit someone at Ward County Jail?
- Visitors must be approved. Bring valid photo ID and follow county visiting rules. Confirm visiting hours before traveling.
- Does Ward County Jail hold juveniles too?
- Yes. The Ward County campus includes an adult jail plus a juvenile detention facility. The official page details juvenile mail and phone rules separately.
- Who do I contact about a phone billing problem at Ward County Jail?
- Contact Reliance Telephone. The county's official page directs phone billing questions to Reliance.
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