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Independence County Inmate Search & Jail Booking Roster

Search current detainees, recent bookings, bail bond details, visitation rules, and facility contacts in Independence County, Arkansas.

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Showing 100 active custody records for Independence County · Verified Oct 17, 2026 20:53 UTC

Public Records Notice & Presumption of Innocence

Records displayed below are gathered from publicly published local agency rosters and do not constitute an official certified court record. An arrest or booking does not indicate guilt or conviction; all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. · Source: Primary Agency Registry

Name Booked Charges Status
BEATTY, AUSTIN DAKOTA CALIS
28 · M
#R2M-BEATTYAUST-10172026
17 Oct 2026
  • CARELESS OR PROHIBITED DRIVING
  • DRIVING LEFT OF CENTER+3
Show all 5 charges
  • CARELESS OR PROHIBITED DRIVING
  • DRIVING LEFT OF CENTER
  • POSSESSION OF SCH VI LT 4OZ
  • DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED - DWI 2ND DRUGS
  • REFUSAL TO SUBMIT
In custody
SMITH, EDWARD RICHARD
55 · M
#R2M-SMITHEDWAR-10162026
16 Oct 2026
  • CRIMINAL TRESPASS OF VEHICLE OR OCCUPIABLE STRUCTURE
In custody
DESHIELDS, CORDALE MICHAEL
21 · M
#R2M-DESHIELDSC-10152026
15 Oct 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • CONTEMPT OF COURT FOR FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH COURT ORDER (FTC)
In custody
CRYDERMAN, TALYNN KAY
19 · F
#R2M-CRYDERMANT-10142026
14 Oct 2026
  • DOMESTIC BATTERING - 2ND DEGREE / PHYSICAL INJURY
  • THEFT $1,000 OR LESS - ALL OTHERS
In custody
LEBLANC, JAMIE LEE
43 · F
#R2M-LEBLANCJAM-10142026
14 Oct 2026
Not published by source
In custody
YATES, DAVID MARCUS
27 · M
#R2M-YATESDAVID-10132026
13 Oct 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - FELONY+1
Show all 3 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - FELONY
  • HABITUAL OFFENDER
In custody
ADAME, JOSHUA JOEL
40 · M
#R2M-ADAMEJOSHU-10122026
12 Oct 2026
  • FAIL TO APPEAR ON CLASS A MISDEMEANOR (FTA)
In custody
HIGDON, DONNA KAY
43 · F
#R2M-HIGDONDONN-10112026
11 Oct 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • Battery II (Offense date - 7/27/2011 and thereafter)+1
Show all 3 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • Battery II (Offense date - 7/27/2011 and thereafter)
  • CRIMINAL TRESPASS IN OR ON A VEHICLE OR STRUCTURE / PREMISES
In custody
VARELA, SHANICE AUBREY
35 · F
#R2M-VARELASHAN-10102026
10 Oct 2026
  • FAIL TO APPEAR ON VIOLATION (FTA)
  • NO SEAT BELT
In custody
COOK, QUINCY
44 · M
#R2M-COOKQUINCY-10820261
08 Oct 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM+10
Show all 12 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE GT 2GM BUT LT 10GM
  • OFFENSES RELATING TO RECORDS, MAINTAINING PREMISES, ETC
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE PURPOSE TO DELIVER GT 10GM BUT LT 200GM
  • HABITUAL OFFENDER
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia to Ingest, Inhale, etc. (Offense date - 7/27/2011 and thereafter)
  • POSSESSION OF A FIREARM BY CERTAIN PERSONS
  • SIMULTANEOUS POSSESSION OF DRUGS AND FIREARMS
  • Offenses relating to records-Drug Free Zone (Offense date - Prior to 7/27/2011)
  • Forgery I (Offense date - 8/16/2013 and thereafter)
  • POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE VI CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITH THE PURPOSE TO DELIVER - MISDEMEANOR
In custody
DEAN, TEVIN TERRELL
33 · M
#R2M-DEANTEVINT-10820261
08 Oct 2026
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
In custody
CHANDLER, TERRY DAVID
77 · M
#R2M-CHANDLERTE-10720264
07 Oct 2026
  • RAPE
  • SEXUAL ASSAULT - 2ND DEGREE
In custody
RENFROW, WALTER LEE
51 · M
#R2M-RENFROWWAL-10720262
07 Oct 2026
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE GT 10GM BUT LT 200GM
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE GT 2GM BUT LT 10GM
In custody
POWELL, PHILLIP RAY
37 · M
#R2M-POWELLPHIL-10620261
06 Oct 2026
  • FAILURE TO APPEAR ON UNCLASSIFIED MISDEMEANOR
In custody
HALL, STEPHANIE LYNN
40 · F
#R2M-HALLSTEPHA-10620261
06 Oct 2026
  • SNT TO RCF
In custody
TAYLOR, AMBER DAWN
43 · F
#R2M-TAYLORAMBE-10620261
06 Oct 2026
Not published by source
In custody
CARPENTER, JOSHUA ELI
41 · M
#R2M-CARPENTERJ-10620261
06 Oct 2026
  • SNT TO RCF
In custody
JOHNS, JAMES GARLIN
46 · M
#R2M-JOHNSJAMES-10420265
04 Oct 2026
  • THEFT BY RECEIVING
  • FLEEING+1
Show all 3 charges
  • THEFT BY RECEIVING
  • FLEEING
  • FLEEING - ON FOOT
In custody
BREWER, ADAM JAY
40 · M
#R2M-BREWERADAM-93020261
30 Sep 2026
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - MISDEMEANOR+2
Show all 4 charges
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - MISDEMEANOR
  • FAIL TP APPEAR ON CLASS C MISDEMEANOR
  • FAIL TO APPEAR ON VIOLATION (FTA)
In custody
JAMES, BONALD
40 · M
#R2M-JAMESBONAL-93020261
30 Sep 2026
  • SNT Probation w/ Jail Time
In custody
SIMS, BRANDON TYLER
33 · M
#R2M-SIMSBRANDO-93020261
30 Sep 2026
  • THEFT BY RECEIVING LESS THAN $25,000 BUT GREATER THAN $5000
  • Probable Cause Hold+4
Show all 6 charges
  • THEFT BY RECEIVING LESS THAN $25,000 BUT GREATER THAN $5000
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • FICTITIOUS TAGS
  • DRIVER OF MOTOR VEHICLE FAILURE TO REGISTER 1ST OFFENSE
  • DRIVING ON SUSPENDED
  • NO LIABILITY INSURANCE
In custody
MOSS, LANCE WAYNE
52 · M
#R2M-MOSSLANCEW-92920269
29 Sep 2026
  • FAIL TO APPEAR ON CLASS A MISDEMEANOR (FTA)
  • DRINKING IN PUBLIC OR DRINKING ON HIGHWAY
In custody
WHITE, RIVER DON EUGENE
29 · M
#R2M-WHITERIVER-92920261
29 Sep 2026
  • SNT TO ADC
In custody
WILTROUT, RICHARD
52 · M
#R2M-WILTROUTRI-92920261
29 Sep 2026
  • SNT Probation w/ Jail Time
In custody
SMITH, TONY ALLEN
30 · M
#R2M-SMITHTONYA-92920269
29 Sep 2026
  • SNT TO ADC
In custody
HITES, DAVID WILLIAM
51 · M
#R2M-HITESDAVID-92520261
25 Sep 2026
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - FELONY+2
Show all 4 charges
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - FELONY
  • FAILURE TO APPEAR
  • FAIL TO APPEAR ON CLASS A MISDEMEANOR (FTA)
In custody
BURTMAN, BRANDON WAYNE
48 · M
#R2M-BURTMANBRA-92520269
25 Sep 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING+2
Show all 4 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING
  • THEFT GREATER THAN $5,000 BUT LESS THAN $25,000 - ALL OTHERS
  • SIS REVOCATION
In custody
OQUENDO, ANTHONY MANUEL
31 · M
#R2M-OQUENDOANT-91520261
15 Sep 2026
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING
  • FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT CARD / CARD OR ACCOUNT NUMBER IS STOLEN+1
Show all 3 charges
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING
  • FRAUDULENT USE OF A CREDIT CARD / CARD OR ACCOUNT NUMBER IS STOLEN
  • THEFT OF A FIREARM VALUED AT LESS THAN $2,500
In custody
TOWNSEND, DAVID ARNOLD
71 · M
#R2M-TOWNSENDDA-91120263
11 Sep 2026
  • PROBATION REVOCATION MISD
  • Possession of Controlled Substance - Schedule I or II Methamphetamine or Cocaine
In custody
BAKER, ROBERT SHAWN
33 · M
#R2M-BAKERROBER-91120263
11 Sep 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING+1
Show all 3 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING
  • THEFT OF PROPERTY, NO THREAT
In custody
BRITTEN, BRANDON LEE
31 · M
#R2M-BRITTENBRA-99202653
09 Sep 2026
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY OR COUNTY
  • HOLD FOR FELONY OTHER STATE+3
Show all 5 charges
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY OR COUNTY
  • HOLD FOR FELONY OTHER STATE
  • INTERNET STALKING OF A CHILD, A CLASS "Y" FELONY
  • RAPE
  • TRAVELING FOR THE PURPOSE OF AN UNLAWFUL SEX ACT WITH A MINOR
In custody
BRITTEN, SIERRA DAWN
28 · F
#R2M-BRITTENSIE-99202645
09 Sep 2026
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY OR COUNTY
  • ACCOMPLICES+3
Show all 5 charges
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY OR COUNTY
  • ACCOMPLICES
  • TRAVELING FOR THE PURPOSE OF AN UNLAWFUL SEX ACT WITH A MINOR
  • INTERNET STALKING OF A CHILD, A CLASS "Y" FELONY
  • RAPE
In custody
WILLIAMS, DONALD
45 · M
#R2M-WILLIAMSDO-99202612
09 Sep 2026
  • POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, TO WIT
  • METHAMPHETAMINE/COCAINE, A CLASS "D" FELONY(IF LESS THAN+1
Show all 3 charges
  • POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, TO WIT
  • METHAMPHETAMINE/COCAINE, A CLASS "D" FELONY(IF LESS THAN
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - FELONY
In custody
HAVENS, ASHLEY ELIZABETH
43 · F
#R2M-HAVENSASHL-98202692
08 Sep 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • Domestic Battering II (Offense date - 7/28/1995 - 7/29/1999)+2
Show all 4 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • Domestic Battering II (Offense date - 7/28/1995 - 7/29/1999)
  • FLEEING - ON FOOT
  • RESISTING ARREST
In custody
DUKE, NATHAN
33 · M
#R2M-DUKENATHAN-98202633
08 Sep 2026
Not published by source
In custody
LAZEAR, JOSHUA PAUL
37 · M
#R2M-LAZEARJOSH-98202612
08 Sep 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • PROBATION REVOCATION MISD+3
Show all 5 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • PROBATION REVOCATION MISD
  • DOMESTIC BATTERING - 3RD DEGREE
  • ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A MINOR IN THE FIRST DEGREE
  • ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A MINOR - 2ND DEGREE
In custody
GOODMAN, WANDA MARIE
50 · F
#R2M-GOODMANWAN-96202683
06 Sep 2026
  • HOLD FOR MISD PROBATION
In custody
HARPER, LAURA
38 · F
#R2M-HARPERLAUR-95202625
05 Sep 2026
  • BODY ATTACHMENT
In custody
PRUITT, DAEVON JAMAL
29 · M
#R2M-PRUITTDAEV-92202671
02 Sep 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • DELIVERY OF SCH I OR II NOT METH OR COCAINE+6
Show all 8 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • DELIVERY OF SCH I OR II NOT METH OR COCAINE
  • UNAUTHORIZED USE OF ANOTHER PERSON PROPERTY TO FACILITATE A CERTIAN CRIMES
  • USE OF A COMMUNICATION DEVICE
  • HABITUAL OFFENDER
  • POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE VI CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE WITH THE PURPOSE TO DELIVER - FELONY
  • POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE I/ II SUBSTANCE THAT IS NOT METH. OR COCAINE WITH THE PURPOSE TO DELIVER
  • OFFENSES RELATING TO RECORDS, MAINTAINING PREMISES, ETC
In custody
ROSE, SCOTT
48 · M
#R2M-ROSESCOTT-92202665
02 Sep 2026
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY/ COUNTY
In custody
DRAKE, TONI RAI
36 · F
#R2M-DRAKETONIR-82920261
29 Aug 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY/ COUNTY+4
Show all 6 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY/ COUNTY
  • POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, TO WIT
  • METHAMPHETAMINE/COCAINE, A CLASS "D" FELONY(IF LESS THAN
  • POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE - MISDEMEANOR
  • HABITUAL OFFENDER
In custody
KELLY, JAVAN JAMAR
20 · M
#R2M-KELLYJAVAN-82720261
27 Aug 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING+3
Show all 5 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • BREAKING OR ENTERING
  • THEFT OF PROPERTY CLASS A MISDEMEANOR
  • THEFT OF PROPERTY
  • CRIMINAL MISCHIEF IN FIRST DEGREE CLASS A MISD
In custody
RAY, SARAH ANN
44 · F
#R2M-RAYSARAHAN-82120261
21 Aug 2026
  • PROBATION AND PAROLE HOLD
  • SNT TO ADC
In custody
POINDEXTER, TONY
52 · M
#R2M-POINDEXTER-82120267
21 Aug 2026
  • PROBATION AND PAROLE HOLD
In custody
DAVIS, CHRISTOPHER GEORGE
54 · M
#R2M-DAVISCHRIS-82120263
21 Aug 2026
  • FAIL TO APPEAR ON CLASS A MISDEMEANOR (FTA)
  • PANDERING OR POSSESSION CHILD PORNOGRAPHY
In custody
SELF, SHANE
28 · M
#R2M-SELFSHANE-82020261
20 Aug 2026
  • HOLD FOR PROBATION AND PAROLE FELONY
  • RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY+3
Show all 5 charges
  • HOLD FOR PROBATION AND PAROLE FELONY
  • RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY
  • THEFT OF PROPERTY
  • CRIMINAL TRESPASS OF VEHICLE OR OCCUPIABLE STRUCTURE
  • HABITUAL OFFENDER
In custody
GEORGE, SHAE
47 · M
#R2M-GEORGESHAE-81920261
19 Aug 2026
  • Possession of Drug Paraphernalia to Ingest, Inhale, etc. (Offense date - 7/27/2011 and thereafter)
  • SIS REVOCATION
In custody
MITCHELL, HUNTER LYNN
30 · M
#R2M-MITCHELLHU-81620266
16 Aug 2026
  • SPEEDING-1 TO 15 MPH OVER LIMIT
  • DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED - DWI 2ND+4
Show all 6 charges
  • SPEEDING-1 TO 15 MPH OVER LIMIT
  • DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED - DWI 2ND
  • DRIVING DWI SUSPENDED LICENSE
  • REFUSAL TO SUBMIT TO CHEMICAL TEST
  • HOLD FOR PROBATION AND PAROLE FELONY
  • SNT TO ADC
In custody
OCHOA-GUZMAN, EDER DAVID
20 · M
#R2M-OCHOAGUZMA-81120261
11 Aug 2026
  • FAILURE TO APPEAR ON UNCLASSIFIED MISDEMEANOR
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY OR COUNTY+5
Show all 7 charges
  • FAILURE TO APPEAR ON UNCLASSIFIED MISDEMEANOR
  • HOLD FOR OTHER AGENCY OR COUNTY
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • HOLD FOR ICE
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - FELONY
  • OFFENSES RELATING TO RECORDS, MAINTAINING PREMISES, ETC
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE LT 2GM
In custody
CROCK, WILLIAM D
64 · M
#R2M-CROCKWILLI-81120269
11 Aug 2026
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • HOLD FOR PROBATION AND PAROLE FELONY+7
Show all 9 charges
  • Probable Cause Hold
  • HOLD FOR PROBATION AND PAROLE FELONY
  • DELIVERY OF METH OR COCAINE GT 10GM BUT LT 200GM
  • POSSESSION OF METH OR COCAINE PURPOSE TO DELIVER GT 2GM BUT LT 10GM
  • OFFENSES RELATING TO RECORDS, MAINTAINING PREMISES, ETC
  • POSSESSION OF DRUG PARAPHERNALIA - FELONY
  • USE OF A COMMUNICATION DEVICE
  • ENDANGERING THE WELFARE OF A MINOR - 2ND DEGREE
  • HABITUAL OFFENDER
In custody
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Understanding Independence County Roster Record Fields

Booking ID & Date:

The unique institutional identifier assigned at initial intake. This booking number is required by facility kiosks, mail handlers, and commissary vendors to route funds and letters to the detainee.

Charges & Allegations:

Statutory offenses recorded from the arresting officer's intake report. In accordance with constitutional due process, charges represent formal allegations; every individual is legally presumed innocent.

Custody Status & Bond:

"In custody" denotes current physical holding in Independence County Detention Facility. Bond figures are set by county bond schedules or presiding judges. Blank bond amounts indicate non-bondable holds or pending magistrate hearings.

Cannot Find Someone on This Active Roster?

If an individual was recently arrested but does not appear in the search results above, follow these verification steps:

  • Intake Processing Window: Arrestees undergoing initial booking, medical screening, and LiveScan fingerprinting are generally not indexed to public internet rosters until initial classification is completed.
  • Municipal Police Department Holds: Individuals arrested by local city police departments may be held temporarily at municipal holding cells before transfer to the primary county jail.
  • Facility Transfer or Pretrial Release: Detainees who have posted bond, received pretrial release, or been transferred to state prison (DOC) facilities are automatically removed from active county detention rosters.
  • Direct Facility Verification: For real-time intake confirmation, contact the Independence County Detention Facility booking desk directly at (870) 793-8838.
Record Corrections & Compliance Desk Initial review within 24–72 hours • Resolution within 5 business days

If you notice an outdated status, expunged criminal charge, or factual discrepancy, our compliance desk provides free verification against official court and sheriff sources.

Facility profile

2. Jail Facility Information

Key physical location and contact channels for Independence County detention facilities.

Facility Name: Independence County Detention Facility
Physical / Booking Location: 1750 Myers Avenue, Batesville, AR 72501
Booking / Facility Phone: (870) 793-8838
Operating Agency: Not published by agency
Search guide

3. How to Search for an Inmate in Independence County

Standard public record intake lookup procedures and timing notes.

To locate an individual detained in Independence County, follow standard public record intake search procedures:

  1. Online Booking Roster: Search the roster table above using the inmate’s full legal first and last name.
  2. Verify Booking Details: Review the booking date, charges, assigned booking number, and bond status.
  3. Central Booking Latency: If an individual was arrested recently, their public custody record may experience administrative latency while fingerprinting, medical intake classification, and agency transfers are completed. For immediate custody status on recent bookings, contact Independence County Detention Facility directly.
Educational Search Guide • Step-by-Step

How to Find an Inmate in County Jail

Need help navigating aliases, municipal police lockups vs. county jail jurisdictions, or central booking intake delays?

Bail procedures

4. Bail & Bond Release Information

Bail payment methods and posting requirements for Independence County.

Bail amounts in Independence County are established by judicial bail schedules or set by a magistrate judge during an initial appearance arraignment.

Cash Bond: Paid in full directly at the detention facility bonding window. Exact cash, cashier’s checks, or certified funds may be required.
Surety Bail Bond: Secured through a state-licensed bail bond agent, typically requiring a 10% premium fee and collateral.
Pretrial Release Guidance • Statutory Rights

How Bail Bonds Work in County Jail

Understand Eighth Amendment excessive bail protections, 10% commercial surety fees vs. full cash bonds, and state statutory prohibitions.

Trust accounts

5. Commissary & Inmate Account Deposits

Funding inmate accounts for hygiene, snacks, approved goods, and phone credit.

Official Provider Verification Pending

Detention facilities in Independence County contract with specialized third-party providers (such as JailATM, Access Corrections, TouchPay, or Inmate Canteen) to manage inmate trust accounts. To avoid deposit rejection or loss of funds, verify the facility's active electronic payment channel directly with staff before sending money.

Official Verification Contact:

Call the detention records desk at (870) 793-8838 to confirm approved online vendor and current kiosk availability.

General Inmate Trust Policies

  • Lobby Kiosks: Many county detention facilities operate lobby kiosks during business hours; verify access policies before visiting.
  • Mailed Payments: Inquire with facility administration regarding whether money orders are accepted or if digital electronic deposits are mandatory. Cash and personal checks are universally prohibited.
  • Weekly Spending Allowances: Facilities enforce weekly commissary spending caps for hygiene goods, stationery, and food items. Contact facility records to verify active thresholds.
Trust Account & Deposits • Policy Guide

Sending Money & Commissary to Inmates

Avoid transaction fee surcharges, understand facility trust accounting offsets, and verify approved electronic deposit vendors.

Communication

6. Inmate Mail & Phone Communication Rules

Mailing guidelines and telephone policies for Independence County.

Telephone Regulations:

Inmates cannot receive incoming phone calls. Outgoing calls are placed collect or through prepaid accounts contracted with the detention facility. In the event of a verified family emergency, contact the facility shift supervisor directly at (870) 793-8838.

All incoming correspondence is inspected for contraband by facility security staff prior to delivery.

Inmate Correspondence Dispatch Policy:

Detention facilities in Independence County enforce strict incoming mail screening. Many county facilities now route non-legal letters through centralized digital scanning centers (such as Smart Communications, TextBehind, or MailSECURE) or dedicated P.O. Boxes, while others accept physical mail. Personal mail sent to an unauthorized address or containing prohibited items (cash, stickers, glitter, perfumed paper, polaroid photos) will be returned to sender or rejected as contraband.

To confirm approved mailing format and verified destination address before dispatching:
Call Facility Desk: (870) 793-8838
Physical Detention Center: 1750 Myers Avenue, Batesville, AR 72501 (Physical location only; verify postal routing before sending).
Communications Regulations • FCC Standards

Inmate Phone Calls & Mail Regulations

Learn about FCC inmate calling rate caps, postcard-only policies, contraband mail screening, and privileged attorney correspondence.

Visitor rules

7. Visitation Rules & Scheduling

In-person and video visitation guidelines in Independence County.

Facility Visitation Status & Policy Notice:

Specific visitation schedules, on-site visiting hours, and video visitation availability are set directly by Independence County Detention Facility. Because visiting rules, allowed days, and pre-registration requirements vary by housing assignment and facility operational status, always confirm current guidelines before traveling:

To confirm active visiting hours or scheduling requirements:
Call Facility Desk: (870) 793-8838
ID Requirement: All adult visitors must present a valid, government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, military ID, or passport).
Minors: Children under 18 must be accompanied at all times by an adult parent or documented legal guardian.
Facility Visitation Policy • Access Rules

County Jail Visitation Rules & Dress Code

Review mandatory government photo ID rules, prohibited attire dress codes, minor child accompaniment standards, and video kiosk reservation policies.

Court records

8. Courthouse & Case Docket Records

Clerk of court filings, hearing schedules, and case records.

Formal criminal charges, arraignment schedules, and court case dockets for individuals arrested in Independence County are maintained by the local Clerk of Court.

Regional rosters

9. Surrounding & Regional County Jails

If an individual cannot be located in Independence County, check custody records in nearby jurisdictions:

Answers

10. Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions regarding Independence County jail rosters, booking procedures, and records.

How many inmates are currently detained in Independence County?

According to verified public custody records as of the most recent verification on Oct 17, 2026, there are 100 individuals listed in Independence County custody. Of these active records, 27 individuals have recorded booking dates within the trailing 30-day monitoring window.

What is the main jail facility in Independence County and how can I contact them?

The primary detention facility is Independence County Detention Facility, located at 1750 Myers Avenue, Batesville, AR 72501. For booking verification, housing inquiries, or visitation scheduling, the facility desk can be reached at (870) 793-8838.

How do bail and bond postings work in Independence County?

Bail is established according to the local judicial bond schedule or set by a magistrate judge during initial appearance hearings. Bail may be posted via cash directly at the detention facility or through state-licensed surety bail bond agents.

How frequently is the Independence County custody roster updated?

Custody records for Independence County are scheduled for automated daily synchronization from official public sheriff booking portals. The exact verification timestamp for Independence County is displayed on the roster to ensure full data transparency.

Compliance & Sources

11. Data Source & Directory Disclaimers

Official sources, compliance disclosures, and Fair Credit Reporting Act notices.

This directory compiles public custody data from published agency sources in Independence County, Arkansas. This website is an independent public records index and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by any law enforcement or government department.

FCRA Compliance Notice:

We are not a Consumer Reporting Agency under 15 U.S.C. § 1681. Information obtained from this site may not be used for employment, housing, or consumer credit decisions. To submit a removal request for sealed or expunged records, visit our Record Removal Request portal.

Legal Notice
Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) compliance

This website is an independent, non-governmental informational directory indexing publicly available county records, court clerks, and sheriff department resources. We are NOT a consumer reporting agency. The records referenced herein are public information and may not be used for employment screening, tenant background checks, insurance underwriting, or consumer credit assessment under 15 U.S.C. § 1681.