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Lincoln County Public Records & Jail Directory

Independent public records directory for Lincoln County, South Dakota (County Seat: Lincoln, Population: 73,238). Access verified county jail custody rosters, bail schedules, commissary procedures, and official sheriff facility contacts.

Jurisdiction Status
Custody Status 82 active inmates
State Jurisdiction SD
County Population
73,238
Census estimate
Current Jail Roster
82
Active detainees in facility
County Seat
Lincoln
Primary administrative center
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Lincoln County Jail Inmate Search & Custody Roster

Search Lincoln County current custody rosters, recent bookings, criminal charges, and bail bond amounts.

Facility: Lincoln County Jail
Location: 128 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013
Phone: (605) 764-5651
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Lincoln County Jail

Physical detention facility operations, detainee account funding, visitation rules, and mail guidelines for Lincoln County.

Facility Inquiries: Call booking desk at (605) 764-5651 for current visitation and mail delivery requirements.
Custody Statistics

Lincoln County Custody Profile & Booking Trends

Active custody statistics, recent booking patterns, and top charges for Lincoln County.

Active Custody Snapshot
Aggregated from 82 verified records
Recent Bookings (7d)
9
29 in 30 days
Common Booking Day
Friday
20.3% of active sample
Leading Charge
22-42A-3 - Possession Or Use Drug Paraphernalia
7 cases on docket
Longest Custody
June 03, 2024
Continuous holding entry

The Lincoln County Adult Detention Facility in South Dakota currently reports an active holding census of 79 detainees. Active custody sample indicators show that 9 individuals were booked within the past 7 days, contributing to 29 active records with booking dates within the trailing 30-day window. Among currently listed records with published booking dates, Friday represents the most common booking weekday, accounting for 16 records (20.3%) in the active sample.

The primary charges and statutory offenses currently represented on the active docket are led by 22-42A-3 - Possession Or Use Drug Paraphernalia (7 cases), 22-42-5 - Possession Controlled Drug Or Substance (6 cases), and Probation Violation (6 cases). Under state legal standards, all cited offenses represent pending allegations; every individual detained in Lincoln County retains the constitutional presumption of innocence until formal adjudication in district or circuit court. The earliest continuous admission among the current custody roster dates back to June 03, 2024, illustrating the presence of both pre-trial detainees and longer-term sentenced stays.

Frequent Statutes: 22-42A-3 - Possession Or Use Drug Paraphernalia 7 22-42-5 - Possession Controlled Drug Or Substance 6 Probation Violation 6 Violation Of Conditions Of Bond 3
Agency Directory

Lincoln County Law Enforcement & Courthouse Directory

Verified contact information and physical office addresses for local county authorities.

Sheriff Department

Steve Swenson

Headquarters: 128 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013-1785
Phone: (605) 764-5651
Detention Center

Lincoln County Jail

Address: 128 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013
Booking Line: (605) 764-5651
Lincoln County Public Records Compliance & Corrections Independent Directory · Free 72-Hour Expungement Review

Custody information is synchronized from official public sheriff records. In accordance with the US Constitution, all arrestees are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. To submit court-ordered expungements, dismissals, or report a data discrepancy, access our free compliance desk.

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Answers

Lincoln County Custody & Records FAQ

Direct answers regarding Lincoln County inmate searches, detention facilities, and bail procedures.

How many inmates are currently detained in Lincoln County?

According to verified public custody records as of the most recent verification on Oct 18, 2026, there are 82 individuals listed in Lincoln County custody. Of these active records, 29 individuals have recorded booking dates within the trailing 30-day monitoring window.

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

The primary detention facility is Lincoln County Jail, located at 128 N Main St, Canton, SD 57013. For booking verification, housing inquiries, or visitation scheduling, the facility desk can be reached at (605) 764-5651.

How do bail and bond postings work in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County custody roster updated?

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

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