Boundary County Jail

Q: Does Boundary County have bail?

Does Boundary County have bail? Yes, Boundary County recognizes most types of bonds. Unless the defendant is deemed a flight risk, accused of a capital crime, or had previously failed to appear, bail is considered a right.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Boundary County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Boundary County? Idaho will consider a bail bond, property bail bond or cash deposit which also includes check or money order. The court will consider what type of bonds will be accepted depending on the circumstances of the arrest.

Q: Who can set bail in Boundary County?

Who can set bail in Boundary County? Idaho uses a Bail Bond Schedule which lists the predetermined bail for most nonviolent crimes. For those crimes not listed on the schedule, or when the defendant does not qualify for immediate release, bail must be set by a judge.

Q: When is bail set in Boundary County Idaho?

When is bail set in Boundary County Idaho? For most nonviolent crimes bail is set automatically in accordance with a Bail Bond Schedule. For those crimes not listed on the schedule, or when the defendant does not qualify for immediate release, a hearing called first appearance will be scheduled on the first available court date. Bail will be determined at this hearing. A bond proceeding is the determination of how much bail is to be paid and usually happens at the same time as an initial appearance or arraignment. During bond proceedings, the defendant can have an attorney present but does not have the right to an attorney. A judge or court officer in the {county extended} or magistrate court sets bail. Judges in Idaho rely on a statewide bail schedule, which sets out a recommended range of bail amounts for different offenses. Judges can still exercise discretion in setting bail above or below the recommended range.

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

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Boundary County Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Boundary County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 208-267-3151 Ext 207. 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. Boundary County Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Boundary County?

What happens during booking in Boundary County? 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 Boundary County 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 Boundary County Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Boundary County 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 Boundary County and other Idaho 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 Boundary County 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 208-267-3151 Ext 207 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Boundary County Jail booking process take?

How long does the Boundary County 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 Boundary County 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 Boundary County 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 Boundary County Jail?

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To search for an inmate in the Boundary 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 208-267-3151 Ext 207 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Boundary County Criminal Court Case information online, as well as for all other Idaho county court cases.

Boundary County Jail Inmate Search

The Boundary County Jail maintains an average of 45 offenders in custody on any given day. The Boundary 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 Boundary County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 900 offenders.

The following charts of Boundary 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 Boundary 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 Boundary 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 Boundary 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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Question 2

About the Boundary County Jail

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The 45-bed Boundary County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Boundary County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.

It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 208-267-3151 Ext 207, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.

Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.

Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.

The Boundary County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.

Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.

Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.

Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.

All personal mail is sent to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Boundary County Jail
PO Box 127
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.

Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Boundary County Jail
PO Box 127
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Jail (Main): 208-267-3151 Ext 207
Sheriff: 208-267-3151

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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The booking procedure at Boundary County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Boundary County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Boundary County Jail includes the following steps:

Personal identification confirmation.
Mugshots for record-keeping.
Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
DNA collection may be required.
Conducting a thorough body search.
Securing personal belongings.
Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 208-267-3151 Ext 207.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Boundary County Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to handle bail after an arrest in Boundary County

If someone has been booked at Boundary County Jail in Bonners Ferry, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Boundary County.
Property within Boundary County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Boundary County, Idaho, visit the Boundary County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Boundary County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Boundary County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

6438 Kootenai Street
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805
208-267-3151 Ext 207

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 208-267-3151 Ext 207 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 208-267-3151 Ext 207 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

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

Register and/or log in here:

VISITATION RULES

Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
$0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
Free for onsite video visitation.
There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boundary County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 for further assistance.

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Question 7

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 Boundary County Jail?

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.
Register and/or log in here:

VISITATION RULES

Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
$0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
Free for onsite video visitation.
There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boundary County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 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 Boundary County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boundary County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 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 Boundary County Jail?

How do Inmates in Boundary County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Boundary County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

Register with CTEL, the phone system Boundary County inmates must use.
Open an account,
Fund your acount,
Find, and then sync with your inmate.

Rates

Rates cannot exceed $0.21 per minute for regular calls and $0.25 per minute for collect calls.
The minimum billable duration is one minute.
Billable time is measured and rounded to the next higher full minute.
Phone calls are terminated if the called party does not accept the call charges.
Customers are not billed for a 'no response'.

Transaction Fees:

If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.00 per transaction
If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $5.95 per transaction

Minimum Deposit Amount
There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.

Customer Service
Monday - Friday 8-5 PM CST
800-583-9683
Email: support@ctel.us

For full information about using CTEL to communicate by phone with your Boundary County inmate, visit our Inmate Phone Page. You will find information about Inmate Phone schedules, rates, rules, policies, and tips. Please note that all of your phone calls will be recorderd and any information about your inmate's case that you speak about could be used against him in court.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boundary County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Boundary County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Boundary 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 Boundary 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 ID #
Boundary County Jail
PO Box 127
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Boundary County Jail
PO Box 127
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

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 Boundary 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Boundary County 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Boundary County Jail
PO Box 127
Bonners Ferry, ID 83805

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boundary County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 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 Boundary 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 Boundary County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 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 Boundary County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.

Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.

Here's how it works:

First you must register, and then funds are added to the inmate's account. If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
When an inmate gets the device they may send 5 free automated messages each day for the first three days of possession of the chirping device.
These automated messages will inform the person the inmate Chirped who is sending the Chirps and the facility they are Chirping from.
It will then ask them to go to a direct link to the inmate's account on the Inmate Sales website.
The website will then instruct them to use a credit card to put money on the inmate's account.

Cost of Chirping:

Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00. Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
If an inmate has available funds on their chirping device they will be able to chirp any cell phone and that chirp will appear to be a normal text.
If you wish to stop receiving Chirps from an inmate, reply to the Chirp with STOP.

iphone app
Google Play app

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Boundary County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in Boundary County Jail follow these steps:

Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Boundary County, by creating an account.
Select Idaho, then select Boundary County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
If you want to pay by phone, call 877-998-5678.
NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court.

- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Boundary County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.

Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Boundary County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Boundary County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Boundary County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Boundary 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 Boundary County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-267-3151 Ext 207 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails Nearby

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Boundary County?

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Boundary County Jail

The booking procedure at Boundary County Jail

How to handle bail after an arrest in Boundary County

Boundary County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

How do Inmates in Boundary County Jail Make Phone Calls?

Boundary County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Boundary County

Search for an Inmate in Boundary County

Boundary County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Boundary County

Boundary County Jail

The booking procedure at Boundary County Jail

How to handle bail after an arrest in Boundary County

Boundary County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

How do Inmates in Boundary County Jail Make Phone Calls?

Boundary County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Boundary County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales to allow text messaging communication between inmates and their friends and family.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Boundary County

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