Gem County Jail
Gem County Jail
Whenever you need inmate information, call the 58-bed Gem County Jail at 208-365-4484. They answer 24 hours a day.
People arrested in this county are brought here for booking and processing whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony. From there, depending on the charges, they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is over.
To find out who is currently in custody, search the roster with the inmate search tool.
Inmates who are sentenced to less than one year remain here to serve their time. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to the Idaho State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page has details on the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Most mail and messaging services require the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, so save it. If it’s not listed online, call Gem County Jail at 208-365-4484.
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To search for an inmate in the Gem 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 208-365-4484 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Gem County Criminal Court Case information online, as well as for all other Idaho county court cases.
The Gem County Jail maintains an average of 58 offenders in custody on any given day. The Gem 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 Gem County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,960 offenders.
The following charts of Gem 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 Gem 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 Gem 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 Gem 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.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessLocated directly across from the Gem County District Court, the expansive building that houses the 58 bed Gem County Jail provides detention services for all of Gem County, including both their misdemeanor and felony offenders, as well as housing the Sheriff’s Office. Offenders may both wait for their trial and serve their sentence at this location, accessing the benefits of serving in their own community helping to reduce recidivism and enforce stronger ties with the community and their families.
If you are concerned that someone you know may be incarcerated the online roster is available around the clock from anywhere and any further concerns or questions may be directed to the jail by calling 208-365-4484.
During any length of incarceration medical care, mental health care, and other supports and services are provided, along with healthy meals, exercise opportunities, and both social and recreational activities. Work release programs are in place, allowing those who are sentenced to it, to continue working their regular full time job, but were paused temporarily. SILD programs also provide the opportunity for offenders on lessor charges to serve their sentence through working for the county and the Gem County Jail itself during the weekends rather than being incarcerated full time.
Families and friends of inmates are encouraged to remain in contact when possible to support the mental health of the inmate, which has been shown to increase the safety of the jail and reduce recidivism rates. To accommodate this, inmates are able to both send and receive mail through the US Postal Service, make phone calls daily, and have visits.
Mail is addressed to the jail itself with the name of the inmate, where it will then be checked for contraband and then they will be given to the inmate. The remainder of the envelope must be plain and undecorated, with only the address and return address. Any paperback books of appropriate content may be mailed to the jail directly from the publisher or the retailer only.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Gem County Jail
410 E. First Street
Emmett, ID 83617
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 #
Gem County Jail
410 E. First Street
Emmett, ID 83617
Commissary accounts can be supported through the kiosk in the jail lobby, money order through the mail, or online.
Phones may be accessed by inmates throughout the day within their housing unit, and they are able to make calls each day if they have not lost the privilege.
Visits are not scheduled in advance and visitors must be signed in upon arrival, with those who arrive first having visits first. Visiting hours are 8:00am-12:00pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm and 6:00pm-8:00pm on Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday every week.
- Jail (Main): 208-365-4484
- Sheriff: 208-365-3521
- SILD: 208-477-2208
- Work Release: 208-477-2208
How is booking conducted at Gem County Jail?
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Gem County Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Gem County Jail:
- Verifying identification information.
- Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection.
- Physical search for contraband or weapons.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Granting a free phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 208-365-4484.
How to post bail for someone arrested in Gem County
When an individual is arrested and booked at Gem County Jail in Emmett, the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 208-365-4484 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
- Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 208-365-4484 if needed.
- You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Gem County.
- Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.
For further information on posting bail in Gem County, Idaho, visit the Gem County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Gem County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Gem County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
410 E. First Street
Emmett, ID 83617
208-365-4484
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 208-365-4484 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 208-365-4484 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - NOON 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - NOON 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - NOON 1:00PM - 5:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
Gem County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Gem County Jail
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
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Gem County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Gem County Jail
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Gem County Jail?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Gem County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Gem County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Gem County Jail
410 E. First Street
Emmett, ID 83617
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Gem County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Gem County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Gem County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Idaho, then choose Gem County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Gem County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Gem County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Gem County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
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How Do Inmates in Gem County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Gem County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Gem County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Gem County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Gem County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Gem County 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 Gem County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Gem County Jail, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Gem County Jail
Search for JailATM services for Gem County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Gem County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Gem County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Gem County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Gem County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Gem County Jail follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Idaho, then choose Gem County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
- Select the products you want shipped to them at Gem County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Gem County at any one time.
- If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Gem County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Gem County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Gem County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Gem 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:
- 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.
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Gem County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Gem County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Inmate Sales, the company that handles inmate messaging in Gem County, by creating an account.
- Select Idaho, then select Gem 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 Gem County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
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Inmate Sales Apps
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For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Gem County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Gem County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Gem County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Gem County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture.
- Job Search - Inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
Gem County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gem County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-365-4484 for further assistance.
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