Kotzebue Regional Jail
Kotzebue Regional Jail
City police jail serving Northwest Arctic villages; individuals held pending bail or air transfer to Anvil Mountain (Nome)Inmate Services
Phone
907-442-3351Mailing address (personal mail)
Kotzebue, AK 99752
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To search for an inmate in the Kotzebue Regional 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 907-442-3351 for the information you are looking for.
Kotzebue Regional 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 Kotzebue Regional 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 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
The Kotzebue Regional Jail maintains an average of 12 offenders in custody on any given day. The Kotzebue Regional 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 Northwest Arctic Borough law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 179,200 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat should you know about the booking process at Kotzebue Regional Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Kotzebue Regional Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Kotzebue Regional Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Kotzebue Regional Jail at 907-442-3351.
Steps to pay bail in Northwest Arctic Borough
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Kotzebue Regional Jail in Kotzebue for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 907-442-3351.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 907-442-3351).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Northwest Arctic Borough are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Northwest Arctic Borough, Alaska, visit the Kotzebue Regional Jail Bail Page.
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Kotzebue Regional Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
258A 3rd Avenue (PO Box 46)
Kotzebue, AK 99752
907-442-3351
- 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 907-442-3351 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 907-442-3351 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 Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Kotzebue Regional Jail?
No commercial video vendor app; in-person secure booth onlyWe’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Kotzebue Regional Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Kotzebue Regional Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Kotzebue Regional Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Kotzebue Regional Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Kotzebue Regional 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 Kotzebue Regional Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 907-442-3351 for further assistance.
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