This page helps users handle an inmate search need in Clark County, Indiana, including how to route questions through the Clark County Sheriff's Office and the Michael L. Becher Adult Correctional Complex.

Use the official jail resources to check next steps for custody-related questions, bond, visitation, inmate mail, inmate funds, attorney visits, and victim notification.

Clark County jail inmate information

The Michael L. Becher Adult Correctional Complex is the Clark County detention facility. For inmate information that is not available through a public search tool, use the Clark County Sheriff's Office jail resources or contact the office directly.

The jail handles custody, inmate medical care, food service, programming, court security, transportation, classification, commissary, and related detention responsibilities.

For official jail information, start with the review the Clark County jail resource page. For notification-related needs, use check victim notification through VINELink.

Bond and case status next steps

Cash or surety and court cash bonds are collected 24 hours a day, seven days a week. During business hours, bonds are preferred at the clerk's office. Cash-only bonds must be paid directly to the Clerk of Courts.

For case status or court date questions, court information for most cases may be checked online through mycase.in.gov, or users may contact the court directly or contact the jail for the information available to staff.

Use the Sheriff's Office review bond payment information page before arranging payment.

Visitation scheduling

Video visitation must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. Visitors may register through the visitation service or call the scheduling number.

  • Video visits are available Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
  • Video visits are available Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
  • Visitors need a valid State ID to register and must bring a valid State ID when checking in.
  • Visits may be monitored or recorded by jail staff.

On-site and off-site video visits must be scheduled in advance. Review the Sheriff's Office schedule and prepare for jail visitation page for the rules before the appointment.

Inmate mail and attorney correspondence

Legal mail continues to be received directly at the facility and is treated as privileged. It is opened and inspected, but not read, in the presence of the inmate.

For regular inmate mail, legal mail, books, magazines, newspapers, and periodicals, follow the jail's mailing rules. Books must be sent directly from approved sources, and shipments are limited to five books per shipment.

Send approved inmate mail to 501 E. Court Ave Suite 159, Attn: inmate's name, Jeffersonville, IN 47130. Attorneys should send legal mail to Clark County Jail, 501 E Court Ave., Jeffersonville, IN 47130.

Use the Sheriff's Office review inmate mail rules page or the review attorney visit and legal mail instructions page for the correct route.

Inmate funds and property

Money is not accepted at Jail Command. Money orders may be mailed, but they must be filled out completely or they will be returned.

The jail lobby is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. A kiosk in the jail lobby allows deposits after regular lobby business hours and during visitation hours. The kiosk has a $2.95 transaction fee, and credit or debit card use has a 5% service fee.

Inmate property may be picked up during business hours, Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., after the inmate signs a release. Clothing is not released.

Use the Sheriff's Office review inmate fund deposit rules page before sending money or using the lobby kiosk.

Clark County jail contacts

Use these contacts for jail-related questions, bond routing, and attorney visit scheduling.

  • Clark County Sheriff's Office, 501 East Court Avenue, Jeffersonville, Indiana, USA
    Phone: (812) 283-4471
    Non-emergency dispatch: (812) 246-6996
  • Lt. Col Anthony Mills
    Email: amills@clarkcosheriff.com
  • Clerk of Courts
    Phone: (812) 285-6244
  • Attorney visit scheduling
    Email: courtlist@clarkcosheriff.com
  • Video visitation scheduling
    Phone: (866) 340-7879

Common questions

Start with the Clark County Sheriff's Office jail resources. The Michael L. Becher Adult Correctional Complex handles Clark County detention operations and related inmate questions.

Yes. Use check victim notification through VINELink for the victim notification resource linked with the jail resources.

Who handles cash-only bonds?

Cash-only bonds must be paid directly to the Clerk of Courts. The Clerk of Courts phone number is (812) 285-6244.

How far in advance must a video visit be scheduled?

Video visitation must be scheduled 24 hours in advance. Visitors must register with a valid State ID and bring a valid State ID when checking in.

Can attorneys schedule jail visits by email?

Yes. Attorneys may schedule visits during business hours by emailing [courtlist@clarkcosheriff.com](mailto:courtlist@clarkcosheriff.com).

Does the jail accept money at Jail Command?

No. Money is not accepted at Jail Command. Money orders may be mailed if completed fully, and the jail lobby kiosk may be used for deposits during posted lobby and visitation hours.