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Medical
1. Can I contact the jail doctor about an inmate if I have questions or concerns?

Due to HIPPA Regulations, we are unable to answer medical questions and concerns over the phone. 
The inmate must sign a HIPPA Release of Information Form before any information can be given out.


2. How does an inmate get medications they need?

Brown County provides a variety of health care services which include medical care, dental care, and psychological care from licensed professionals contracted to provide care within our facility. The jail operates with nursing staff 24 hours a day,  7 days a week. Doctor, dentist, and nurse visits are available for a nominal fee.

Prescription Medications
  • Family members and friends can drop off medications at the main jail ONLY if approved, in advance, by jail medical staff
  • All medications will only be accepted at 3030 Curry Lane
  • The jail will only accept valid, non-expired prescriptions
Other Medications and Supplements
  • Over the counter medications are not allowed to be dropped off but some are available through the commissary system. 
  • This includes any medications or supplements not prescribed by a doctor. 
Prescription Glasses and other Devices
  • Family members and friends can drop off presciption glasses at the main jail- 3030 Curry Lane.
  • Contact lenses are not allowed.
  • CPAP and oxygen machines may also be dropped off by family members. 
Property
1. How do I add money to an inmate's account?

Add money using the kiosk at the main jail or work release facility or https://inmatecanteen.com/
Please see addtitional information here
Work Release
1. Can I transfer to Brown County Work Release program from a different county?

Brown County currently only considers transfers that are eligible for Home Monitoring Program (EMP)
  • All transfer requests must begin in the county you were sentenced in
  • The sentencing judge should articulate that a transfer and EMP placement is acceptable. 
  • The county in which you were sentenced must fax a Huber Transfer Request to (920)391-6802
    • A copy of the judgement of conviction must accompany the transfer request
  • You must have gainful employment and ability to pay $210.00 per week
  • If accepted you will be required to bring at least $650.00 when you report. 
    • This will pay for your booking fee, EMP set up fee, and first 2 weeks of EMP fees
  • Due to available resources, Brown County does not accept everyone who applies to transfer here
  • Residents of and/or employed in Brown County are given priority 
  • If accepted, Failure to follow rules and/or pay fees will result in the termination of your transfer
Brown County reserves the right to terminate a transfer for any reason and without notice