Detention Facility
The Benton County Detention Facility is under the leadership and direction of Captain Kimberly Hausmann. The Jail Division is staffed by 4 Sergeants and 14 Correctional Officers and 4 full-time Transport Officers.
All persons who are arrested and taken into custody are transported to the Detention Facility for booking and incarceration. The Detention Facility is divided into separate housing areas for male detainees, female detainees, and isolation cells. The Detention Facility houses both pre-trial detainees and post-conviction inmates who are serving sentences or waiting transport to the Missouri Department of Corrections.
Each member of the Detention Staff is required to complete a minimum of forty hours of state approved detention training. Continued education and training is also required.
If you are interested in joining our family please call us today at 660-438-6135 and ask for an emailed copy of our application or stop by the Benton County Sheriff's Office and pick up an application in person. Once the application is completed you may bring it by or mail the completed original to our office located at 1620 East Main Street Warsaw, MO 65355.
Frequently Asked Questions (Detention)
Q-What is the physical address of the Benton County Detention Facility?
A-1620 E. Main St. Warsaw, MO 65355
Q-What is the mailing address of the Benton County Detention Facility?
A-1620 E. Main St. Warsaw, MO 65355
Q-How do I send mail to a detainee?
A-The detainee's name should be on the front of the envelope under the mailing address. All mail except legal mail is opened and checked for contraband before delivery to detainee. Legal mail is opened in front of the detainee.
Q-What is the phone number to the Detention Facility?
Q-How do I put money on a detainee's account?
A-Log into JailATM.com and follow the prompts to deposit money into their individual accounts.
Q-Can I send pictures to detainee's?
A-Yes, up to 6 photo's can be mailed to the Detention Facility, no polaroid's.
Q-How can I visit a detainee?
A-Visitation is Sunday through Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. and Friday and Saturday 9:00 - 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 - 10:45 p.m.
If visitor is on probation and/or parole, they must have written permission from probation/parole officer before they can visit.
Juveniles must be accompanied by parent or legal guardian.
Q-How do I order commissary for a detainee?
A-Commissary can be ordered online at JailATM.com
You must select:
Create an account and add funds to give a gift for a detainee.
Q-How can I stop unwanted calls from a detainee?
A-Contact the Detention Facility.
Q-How do I find out when a detainee has court?
A-Contact the Benton County Circuit Court at 660-438-7712 or Missouri Case Net
