Milwaukee County in Wisconsin operates 3 jail facilities to serve the local criminal justice system. Below you will find detailed information about each facility, including addresses, contact numbers, and visiting hours.
Milwaukee County Jail (Main Jail)
The Milwaukee County Jail is one of the jail facilities serving Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
This main jail has a capacity of approximately 960 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 949 N. 9th St., Milwaukee, WI 53233.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (414) 226-7000.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Milwaukee County Jail are available during weekdays from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM and weekends from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
Important: All visits are conducted via video. Visitors must schedule 24 hours in advance through the Securus website.
Milwaukee County House of Correction (Branch Facility)
The Milwaukee County House of Correction is one of the jail facilities serving Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
This branch facility has a capacity of approximately 1,500 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 8885 S. 68th St., Franklin, WI 53132.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (414) 427-4700.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Milwaukee County House of Correction are available during weekdays from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM and weekends from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
Important: Video visitation only. Scheduling required via GTL/GettingOut portal.
Vel R. Phillips Youth and Family Justice Center (Juvenile Detention)
The Vel R. Phillips Youth and Family Justice Center is one of the jail facilities serving Milwaukee County, Wisconsin.
This juvenile detention has a capacity of approximately 120 inmates.
Contact Information
The facility is located at 10201 W. Watertown Plank Rd., Wauwatosa, WI 53226.
For general inquiries or to verify inmate information, you can contact the jail directly at (414) 257-7700.
Additional information and online services may be available through their official website.
Visiting Hours & Visitation Policy
Visiting hours at Vel R. Phillips Youth and Family Justice Center are available during weekdays from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM and weekends from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.
Important: Visitation is restricted to parents, legal guardians, or legal counsel only.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change. We recommend contacting the facility directly to confirm current visiting hours, policies, and procedures before planning a visit. For the most accurate and up-to-date information about Milwaukee County jail operations, please refer to the official county or sheriff's department website.
