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Jail and Custody
What is the procedure for posting bail?
To post bail, please bring bail money to the Brown County Jail:
22 SE court St.
Aberdeen, SD 57401
What are the hours of operation for the Brown County Jail?
Brown County Jail is operated 24 hours a day. Routine business hours are Monday through Friday, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Is there a telephone number I can call to find out if someone is in jail?
To find out if someone is in jail, please call (605)626-7100
How many visits can an arrestee have and what are visiting hours?
The Brown County Jail's visitng hours are Wednesday and Sunday from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm. Arrestees can have two visitors per time period.
Where is the Juvenile Detention Center located?
Juvenile Detention Center
22 SE. Court St.
Aberdeen, SD 57401
Ph: (605) 626-7100
Can children under 10 years of age be held accountable in a court of law?
No, children under 10 years of age cannot be held legally accountable for their actions and will not face court action. Cases will be forwarded to the juvenile officer.
Where can I direct questions regarding juvenile crimes?
Please contact the Aberdeen Police Department's juvenile officer at (605) 626-7057
Northern State University (NSU) Campus Officer
Is it safe to walk on campus at night?
Yes, provided you take these simple steps to enhance your safety:
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Be alert to suspicious people or circumstances. If something or someone doesn’t seem right to you, go to a well-lit, populated area and notify the police.
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Travel in well-lit, well-traveled areas and try not to walk alone.
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Familiarize yourself with the locations of the courtesy phones around campus. If you ever have a problem, dial 9-1-1.
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Remember that most crimes on campus occur from around 1:00 am to 3:00 am and involve alcohol.
Who should I contact if I lock my keys in my NSU office?
First, try to contact NSU Facilities Management at (605) 626-7779. If no one is available, try contacting the NSU Heating Plant at (605) 626-2672. If no one is available at either Facilities Management or the Heating Plant, call the NSU officer at (605) 380-8925 or (605) 626-2474.
Where is the office of the NSU officer located?
The NSU officer's office is in the Residence Life Office on the second floor of the Student Center.
How do I contact the NSU officer?
You can contact the NSU officer at his office at (605) 626-2474. You can also reach the NSU officer's cell phone at (605) 380-8925.