Lyon County Jail Roster & Inmate Search

About the Lyon County Adult Detention Facility

The Lyon County Adult Detention Facility sits at 611 West Main Street in Marshall, Minnesota, and has operated as the primary detention hub for Southwest Minnesota since 2010. Built in an indirect podular style, the facility holds a DOC-approved capacity of 88 beds and operates under the authority of the Lyon County Sheriff's Office.

The facility achieved a 96.83% compliance rating on mandatory rules during its most recent state inspection in October 2024, with the authority to operate confirmed through November 30, 2026.

Sheriff Eric Wallen, who took office in 2019 after 24 years in law enforcement, oversees all facility operations. Day-to-day jail administration is handled by Jail Administrator Brad Marks. The facility falls under Minnesota Governing Rule 2911 standards for adult detention and is part of the 5th Judicial District court system.

Posting Bail at Lyon County Jail

Bail amounts are set by the court and depend on charges, criminal history, and flight risk. To confirm an inmate's current bail status, search the roster above for their name or booking number.

Once bail is set, you can arrange release through a licensed Minnesota bail bondsman or by paying the full amount directly to the facility. Contact the Lyon County Sheriff's Office at the main jail line for current hold information and any court-imposed restrictions before initiating a bail payment.

Keep in mind that some holds, including ICE detainers, probation violations, and no-bail orders, cannot be resolved through standard bail. If the roster shows a recent booking, expect 24 to 72 hours for processing before bail options are confirmed.

Visiting an Inmate at Lyon County Jail

Personal visits are available Tuesday through Sunday. There are no visits on Mondays. No appointment is needed; visits are on a walk-in basis.

Each visit is limited to 30 minutes, with a maximum of 2 visits per inmate per day and no more than 2 persons per visit.

All adult visitors must present a valid government-issued photo ID showing their current address. Minors may visit only when accompanied by a legal guardian and must have a birth certificate or legal custody paperwork on hand.

If you were previously incarcerated at this facility and fewer than 60 days have passed since your release, you need written approval from the jail administrator before visiting.

Professional visits from attorneys and clergy are available seven days a week. Avoid scheduling these visits during lockdown periods: 11:30 AM-1:00 PM and 4:30 PM-6:00 PM.

If you cannot visit in person, video visitation is available through CIDNET and Reliance Telephone systems.

Calling an Inmate at Lyon County Jail

Phone service at Lyon County Jail is provided by Reliance Telephone. Inmates cannot receive direct incoming calls. Instead, all inmate phone calls are outgoing, and the inmate places the call to you.

You can leave a voicemail for an inmate at (507) 401-4560. Reliance also supports a texting feature if you prefer to communicate that way.

To receive calls, you may need to set up an account with Reliance Telephone and add funds. Check Reliance's website for current prepaid account options and any per-call connection fees that may apply in addition to the per-minute rate.

Sending Money to an Inmate at Lyon County Jail

Inmate accounts at Lyon County Jail are managed through Inmate Canteen. You can deposit funds online at inmatecanteen.com or use the lobby kiosk inside the facility, which accepts cash deposits 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Funds in an inmate's account can be used for commissary purchases including hygiene items, snacks, writing supplies, and phone credit. Be sure to have the inmate's full legal name and booking number ready when making a deposit to ensure it is applied to the correct account.

Sending Mail to an Inmate at Lyon County Jail

All inmate mail must be addressed in the following format:

• Lyon County Jail
• C/O [Inmate Full Legal Name]
• 611 West Main Street
• Marshall, MN 56258

The facility enforces a plain envelope rule: no drawings, stickers, or extra writing on the outside of outgoing mail. Envelopes that violate this will be rejected.

As of March 2025, books must be new and shipped directly from an approved vendor or publisher. Retailers like HarperCollins, Penguin Random House, and similar publishers qualify. Books sent directly from an individual will not be accepted.

Lyon County Court Dates and District Court Information

Lyon County District Court is part of Minnesota's 5th Judicial District. The court posts its daily calendar at 7:00 AM each morning and updates it hourly throughout the day.

Remote hearings are primarily conducted via Zoom. If you need in-person courthouse access for a hearing or to obtain case records, contact the Lyon County District Court directly.