The Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL is a -bed jail located in Boise, Boise County, Idaho. For inmate information, you can call them 24/7 at 208-577-3000 .
This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies within the county. They are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial is resolved.
You can use the inmate search tool to view the jail's roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time in this facility. Those with sentences longer than one year will be transferred to either the Idaho State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page, you'll find information on inmate services, including the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's useful to note and save the inmate's jail ID or booking number, which is often needed for sending mail or other communications. If you can't find it online, you can call Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL at 208-577-3000 for assistance.
Phone: 208-577-3000
Physical Address:
Ada County Jail
7200 Barrister Drive
Boise, ID 83704
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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 208-577-3000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Boise County Criminal Court Case information online, as well as for all other Idaho county court cases.
Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL Inmate Search
The Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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 Boise County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 0 offenders.
The following charts of Boise County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Boise County Corrections Department, the state of Idaho Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Boise County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Boise County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL typically includes the following steps:
Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 208-577-3000 .
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL in Boise for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 208-577-3000 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Boise County, Idaho, visit the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL? What is the Schedule?
Ada County Jail
7200 Barrister Drive
Boise, ID 83704
208-577-3000
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 208-577-3000 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 Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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 Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Postcards
The Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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.
Envelopes
The Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate’s JID number (Look up an inmate’s JID number)
Ada County Jail, ID
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD, 21131
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY 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 Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-577-3000 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Boise County?
This facility, known as "Boise County Jail - INMATES ARE HOUSED IN ADA COUNTY JAIL" is also known as Boise County Jail , Boise County Jail , Idaho, Boise.
