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Mail can be sent to inmates through the Black Hawk County Jail. Learn more about the guidelines for sending mail to inmates.

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Send An Inmate Money?

Depositing money into an inmate’s account can be done in person via credit or debit card, through the mail via check, or online.

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You will first need to create a CIDNET account. Click below for more information on how to visit an inmate in Black Hawk County.

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Pay Room & Board?

There are fees associated with booking and room and board for inmates. Payments can be brought or mailed to the sheriff’s office.

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Our work is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of Black Hawk County. We are sincerely proud of our distinguished history and are committed to future excellence through proactive and innovative policing to positively impact Black Hawk County citizens. This website demonstrates our pledge to provide consistently excellent service with a community outreach focus.

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Our Special Services division maintains focus on court processes and supporting the court system.

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Our mission is to provide professional, high-quality and effective law enforcement, correctional and court support services in partnership with the communities we serve. We, the members of the Black Hawk County Sheriff’s Office, believe that our work has a vital impact on the quality of life in our county. Learn more about how we demonstrate our commitment to our profession, on and off duty by clicking the button below.

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Latest News

Sheriff's Special Execution Announced

November 06, 2025

See below attachments for a Sheriff's Special Execution, being held Wednesday December 17, 2025 at Backes Auction, 6605 Dubuque Road in Raymond, Iowa. Time of sale is 1:00PM. View CEMA Sale Info PDF View CEMA Property Info PDF For more information...

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Conrad Man Charged With Murder from 2024 Shooting

September 23, 2025

At approximately 9:20 am on 9/22/25, deputies with the Black Hawk County Sheriff's Office arrested Jacob Leigh Hamilton (age 51) of Conrad, Iowa for Murder in the First Degree.  The charge stems from an incident that took place on 7/14/24...

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