Kodiak City Jail

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Kodiak City Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Kodiak City Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Kodiak City Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 907-486-8000. There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status. Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours. If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online. Kodiak City Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Kodiak Island Borough?

What happens during booking in Kodiak Island Borough? After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Kodiak Island Borough for booking. Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Kodiak City Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Kodiak City Jail? Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Kodiak Island Borough and other Alaska and USA jurisdictions. If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse. It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

What kind of questions are asked during booking? The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs. What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking? During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member. Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Kodiak City Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 907-486-8000 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Kodiak City Jail booking process take?

How long does the Kodiak City Jail booking process take? Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender. If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable. What happens after an offender is booked into the Kodiak City Jail? At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release. If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Kodiak City Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel. Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Kodiak City Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Kodiak City Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 907-486-8000 for the information you are looking for.

Kodiak City Jail Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Kodiak City Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

The Kodiak City Jail maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Kodiak City Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Kodiak Island Borough law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 209,460 offenders.

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About the Kodiak City Jail

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The Kodiak City Jail in Alaska is the main jail in Kodiak Island Borough Alaska and works closely with the Kodiak County Sheriff's Office, Bay City Police Department, and the Alaska State Police. Located at 217 Lower Mill Bay Road, Kodiak, AK 99615, it was built in 2019 at a cost of more than $25 million and has a capacity of 53 beds. This is considerably more than the old 16-bunk facility it replaced, and it is designed and certified to hold prisoners in single cells. Inmates typically stay at the jail for around 72 hours before being presented to court and are not allowed to have visitors. The jail has a unique "Pay-to-Stay" Program, where inmates must pay a City fee of $273.00 per 24-hour period in order to stay in separate sleeping areas than other inmates. Visitation hours are Thursday 7:30am to 9:00pm, Friday 7:30am to 9:00pm and Saturday 7:30am to 2:30pm, and visitors must be on the inmate's approved visitation list and are subject to search. Visiting is done through video call since contact visits are not allowed. Inmates have access to inmate phones as time and jail personnel permits, and mail is sent and received through the United States Postal Service. The employee occupying this position requires a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED), up to 1 year of specialized or technical corrections training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The job requires physical activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing and seeing. Most of this work is performed in a closed environment with frequent exposure to dangerous ,intoxicated and/or disagreeable people under stress. The phone number for the jail is 907-486-8000 and it is operated by the Kodiak Police Department (KPD).

907-486-8000

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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Steps involved in booking at Kodiak City Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Kodiak City Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Kodiak City Jail:

Identification confirmation.
Photographs (mugshots).
Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
Potential DNA collection.
Conducting a physical search.
Seizing personal property.
Providing a free phone call.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Kodiak City Jail at 907-486-8000.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Kodiak City Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to pay bail in Kodiak Island Borough for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Kodiak City Jail in Kodiak, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 907-486-8000 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
A licensed bail bondsman in Kodiak Island Borough can assist with the process.
Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska, visit the Kodiak City Jail Bail Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail? What is the Schedule?

Kodiak City Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

217 Lower Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615
907-486-8000

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 907-486-8000 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 907-486-8000 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY	TIMES
SUNDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY	9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail, and what can I send them?

Kodiak City Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Kodiak City Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Kodiak City Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
217 Lower Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
217 Lower Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615

Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Kodiak City Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Kodiak City Jail standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.

All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
217 Lower Mill Bay Road
Kodiak, AK 99615

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Kodiak City Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Kodiak City Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kodiak City Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-486-8000 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails in Kodiak Island Borough

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What are the other City and County Jails in Kodiak Island Borough?

Kodiak Island Borough County Jails

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Kodiak City Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

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