Contact Jail

Main Contact Information

Address:
345 Lincoln Avenue
Lancaster, OH 43130

Phone: 740-652-7900 or 800-808-5223
Fax: 740-687-6856
Radio Room Fax: 740-654-8115

Emergency: Dial 911

Office Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Key Phone Directory

  • Jail Lieutenant: 740-652-7256
  • Shift Supervisor’s Office: 740-652-7243
  • Booking Desk: 740-652-7317
  • Medical Office: 740-652-7247
  • Jail Chaplain: 740-407-5331

Inmate Services

Inmate Phone Services

For concerns with inmate phone communication, visit:
ICSolutions

Inmate Mail

Since January 4, 2021, all correspondence is routed through TextBehind:

Electronic Mail:
Submit through TextBehind.com or the TextBehind mobile app

Physical Mail:
Inmate First / Last Name and Inmate ID Number
Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office
P.O. Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131

Visitation Information

Video visitations are provided. Reach out to the jail for updated visitation timetables and protocols.

Online Resources

Social Media

Additional Services

  • Civil Bureau - Records, Reports: 740-652-7320
  • Civil Bureau - Sheriff Sales: 740-652-7325
  • Fingerprinting Services: Offered at the jail (inquire for details)
  • Court Security: Provided at the Fairfield County Hall of Justice

Important Notes

  • Always verify visitation schedules and guidelines ahead of time
  • Bring valid, government-issued identification for all visits
  • Follow all jail rules and policies when visiting or reaching out to inmates