Marion County Jail
Marion County Jail
Whether it’s the middle of the night or the middle of the day, the 528-bed Marion County Jail can be reached for inmate information at 503-581-1183.
Misdemeanor and felony arrests from across the county all come through this jail for booking and processing. If the charges warrant detention, the person stays until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until a verdict is reached at trial.
Current inmates are listed in the roster available through the inmate search tool.
Sentenced to under a year? The time is served here in the county. Sentenced to more? The inmate goes to the Oregon State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page shows how to search the official jail roster, how to find the facility, and how to use inmate services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Hold on to the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, since mail and messaging usually require it. If it’s not online, call Marion County Jail at 503-581-1183.
Inmate Services
Phone
503-581-1183Mailing address (personal mail)
4000 Aumsville Hwy SE
Salem, OR 97317
(Postcards no larger than 5.5 x 8.5 inches, or letters of no more than 10 written pages. Legal mail to this address, marked LEGAL MAIL or OFFICIAL MAIL.)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
4000 Aumsville Hwy SE
Salem, OR 97317
(Books and magazines straight from the publisher or supplier by U.S. mail; no hardbound.)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Marion County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond or when they can get visits, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 503-581-1183 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up any criminal court case, current or past, in Marion County or any county in the state of Oregon.
Marion County Jail Inmate Search
The Marion County Jail maintains an average of 528 offenders in custody on any given day. Oregon law limits the release of booking photos (mugshots), so many jail rosters do not show them.
The following charts of Marion 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 Marion County Corrections Department, the state of Oregon Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Marion 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 Marion 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 lessThe Marion County Jail houses up to 528 inmates at any time. The building was completed in 1974. The aging building has been updated to remain safe and secure, as well as a healthy space for all inmates.
Friday arrests will be arraigned on Mondays when the court reopens, and these occur Monday to Friday starting at 1 pm. Once bail has been set it can be paid at any time and the release process can begin.
Inmates may make outgoing phone calls from 7 am to 11 pm through the Telmate system, which is linked to and how it works is described below. All calls are monitored by jail staff and are prepaid or collect calls.
You can add funds to an inmates account for phone use and commissary. It accepts online payments or there is a kiosk in the jail lobby. The same kiosk can be used to add funds to an inmate’s commissary account, allowing them to purchase needed items.
Inmates are permitted to have underclothing provided by their family or friends, and other clothing will be provided by the facility.
Any incoming or outgoing mail is also monitored and inspected for contraband of any kind.
All of the inmate services and how they work are described in detail below.
- Marion County Jail: 503-581-1183
- Sheriff: 503-588-5094
- Transition Center: 503-581-1183
Understanding the booking process at Marion County Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Marion County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Marion County Jail:
- Personal identification verification.
- Taking photographs (mugshots).
- Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
- Possibly collecting DNA samples.
- Performing a full-body search.
- Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
- Allowing one phone call.
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 503-581-1183.
Paying bail for someone in custody in Marion County
Once someone is booked at Marion County Jail in Salem after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 503-581-1183 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
- The full cash bond is paid at the jail's bonding window or at the clerk of court using cash, a cashier's check or a money order, while many jails add a card option at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond service for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and call the jail at 503-581-1183 with questions.
- A licensed bail bond agent in Marion County can help cover bail.
- Many courts take real estate as security for a bond; the property owner must show clear title plus equity at least equal to the bond, often twice it, backed by a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set the bail gives final approval.
For detailed information about the bail process in Marion County, Oregon, see the Marion County Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Marion County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Marion County Jail
ON-SITE INMATE VISITATION SCHEDULE
-
Visits will be limited to one visitor with no more than one child per visit.
-
Due to limited space, no more than two visitors will be allowed per visiting time in each housing area (C, D or E).
-
Visiting times have been adjusted from 40 minutes to 30 minutes in order to allow for extra cleaning prior to each scheduled visiting time.
| HOUSING LOCATION |
SIGN UP TIME |
VISIT TIME |
| General PCs D PCs Female PCs |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:00-8:15AM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:20-8:50AM |
| D, E1, E5, C4 Females |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:40-9:15AM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 9:35-10:05AM |
| C, D, E2-E4 | MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 9:45-10:15AM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 10:30-11:00AM |
| C, D, E1, E5 | MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 12:30-1:00PM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 1:15-1:45PM |
| D, C4 Females, E2-E4 |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 1:30-2:00PM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 2:10-2:40PM |
| C, E1, E5 | MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 3:00-3:30PM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 4:00-4:40PM |
| D, E1, E5, C4 Females |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:00-8:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:20-8:50AM |
| General PCs D PCs Female PCs |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:40-9:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 9:35-10:05AM |
| C, D, E2-E4 | TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 9:45-10:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 10:30-11:00AM |
| C, D, E1, E5 | TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 12:30-1:00PM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 1:15-1:45PM |
| D, C4 Females, E2-E4 |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 1:30-2:00PM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 2:10-2:40PM |
| C, E1, E5 | TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 3:00-3:30PM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 4:00-4:40PM |
| Protective Custody |
MONDAYS |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:20-8:50AM |
| Protective Custody |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:45-9:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 9:35-10:05AM |
Visiting desk phone number: 503-588-8588
Visiting desk is open: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Teléfono de información para visitas es el siguiente 503-588-8588.
Horario de visitas es de Lunes a Viernes desde 8:00 A.M. - a las 5:00 P.M.
To find where an inmate is housed call: 503-588-8588
Marion County Jail uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
- Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
- Select your Inmate.
- Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
- Schedule a Visit.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
- IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
• Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• Marion County Jail can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
Marion County Jail uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.
In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1. Using your personal computer.
2. Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3. Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.
How it Works
Register or Log in here.
- Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
- Select your Inmate.
- Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
- Schedule a Visit.
Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions
'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions
Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app
Cost of a Remote Video Visit
- IC Solutions shows the price and length of a remote video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
• Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
• All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the IC Solutions calendar shows which time slots are open.
• Be logged in or checked in before the scheduled start time.
• Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.
• Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
• Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
• The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
• Marion County Jail can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
• Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
• After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Marion County Jail?
Marion County Jail
ON-SITE INMATE VISITATION SCHEDULE
-
Visits will be limited to one visitor with no more than one child per visit.
-
Due to limited space, no more than two visitors will be allowed per visiting time in each housing area (C, D or E).
-
Visiting times have been adjusted from 40 minutes to 30 minutes in order to allow for extra cleaning prior to each scheduled visiting time.
| HOUSING LOCATION |
SIGN UP TIME |
VISIT TIME |
| General PCs D PCs Female PCs |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:00-8:15AM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:20-8:50AM |
| D, E1, E5, C4 Females |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:40-9:15AM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 9:35-10:05AM |
| C, D, E2-E4 | MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 9:45-10:15AM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 10:30-11:00AM |
| C, D, E1, E5 | MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 12:30-1:00PM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 1:15-1:45PM |
| D, C4 Females, E2-E4 |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 1:30-2:00PM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 2:10-2:40PM |
| C, E1, E5 | MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 3:00-3:30PM |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 4:00-4:40PM |
| D, E1, E5, C4 Females |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:00-8:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:20-8:50AM |
| General PCs D PCs Female PCs |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:40-9:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 9:35-10:05AM |
| C, D, E2-E4 | TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 9:45-10:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 10:30-11:00AM |
| C, D, E1, E5 | TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 12:30-1:00PM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 1:15-1:45PM |
| D, C4 Females, E2-E4 |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 1:30-2:00PM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 2:10-2:40PM |
| C, E1, E5 | TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 3:00-3:30PM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 4:00-4:40PM |
| Protective Custody |
MONDAYS |
MONDAYS WEDNESDAYS FRIDAYS 8:20-8:50AM |
| Protective Custody |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 8:45-9:15AM |
TUESDAYS THURSDAYS 9:35-10:05AM |
Visiting desk phone number: 503-588-8588
Visiting desk is open: Monday - Friday, 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Teléfono de información para visitas es el siguiente 503-588-8588.
Horario de visitas es de Lunes a Viernes desde 8:00 A.M. - a las 5:00 P.M.
To find where an inmate is housed call: 503-588-8588
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Marion County Jail?
There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Marion County Jail, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits
1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.
Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.
5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the Marion County Jail whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.
Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages
Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Marion County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Marion County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Oregon, then select Marion County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Marion County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Marion County Jail?
How Do Inmates in Marion County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Marion County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Marion County Jail uses the services of IC Solutions.
- Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407.
- Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Families and friends of Marion County inmates can set up a prepaid calling account with IC Solutions, which can also explain any messaging or video call options it offers in Marion County.
- Call rates are set by the provider and can change; IC Solutions shows the current per-minute rate when you set up an account.
Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Marion 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 Marion County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Marion County Jail, and what can I send them?
Marion County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Marion County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Marion 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 & SID#
4000 Aumsville Hwy SE
Salem, OR 97317
(Postcards no larger than 5.5 x 8.5 inches, or letters of no more than 10 written pages. Legal mail to this address, marked LEGAL MAIL or OFFICIAL MAIL.)
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & SID#
4000 Aumsville Hwy SE
Salem, OR 97317
(Books and magazines straight from the publisher or supplier by U.S. mail; no hardbound.)
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
Ask the Marion County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Marion County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Marion County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & SID#
4000 Aumsville Hwy SE
Salem, OR 97317
(Books and magazines straight from the publisher or supplier by U.S. mail; no hardbound.)
Marion County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Marion County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Marion County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & SID#
4000 Aumsville Hwy SE
Salem, OR 97317
(Postcards no larger than 5.5 x 8.5 inches, or letters of no more than 10 written pages. Legal mail to this address, marked LEGAL MAIL or OFFICIAL MAIL.)
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Marion County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Marion County Jail contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.
Access Securepak's catalog groups items into categories such as:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select Oregon.
3. Select Marion County Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Marion County Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Marion County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Marion County Jail follow these steps:
- Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
- Select Oregon, then select Marion County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Marion County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Marion County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Emailing and Texting Messages, Photos & Videograms
Marion County Jail contracts with Viapath/GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.

If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Marion County Jail,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
How Messaging Works
1. Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message. Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
How Uploading Photos Works
1. Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).
Customer Service Questions
Call 866-516-0115
How to Communicate with an Marion County Jail Inmate by Mail and by Email
To mail or email an inmate in Marion County follow these steps:
When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:
- All mail sent to an inmate at the Marion County Jail must include the sender's name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope or postcard.
- All mail must include the facility's address, as well as the inmate's name and assigned number.
- Failure to include your return address will most likely result in your mail NOT being delivered and your letter destroyed.
- The Marion County Jail has a zero-tolerance policy regarding mail violations.
- All the information you need to understand mail and email policies can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
Emailing Messages & Photos
Facility_name_1} contracts with Viapath/GTL/GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Marion County Jail,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
- Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.
- After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message. Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
- You can also send your Marion County inmate photos and videos.
Customer Service Questions
Call 866-516-0115
Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.
All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Marion County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Marion County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Marion County Jail allows inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by Viapath / gettingout.

The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Marion County Jail, such as:
- Music
- Books
- Games
- Education
- News
- Radio
- Television
- Read mail and messages
- Video visits
- Free services are already available for use on the device at Marion County Jail.
- Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
- Marion County Jail Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What Does a Tablet Cost?
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.
Game Center:
30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)
Unlimited eBooks:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
Streaming Music:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)
Newsfeed
Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)
Same Day Subscription Services
Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)
Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)
Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)
All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes.
Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...
Tablet: $249.99 per each
Charger: $8.99 per each
Earbuds: $2.99 per each
How Inmates Can Use a Tablet to Access Services at Marion County Jail
To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to Viapath/GettingOut/GTL

2. Purchase the services you want for your Marion County Jail inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 503-581-1183 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Marion County?
Marion County County Jails
Marion County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Marion County?
Nearby counties
The Marion County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Marion County: Aurora, Detroit, Donald, Gates, Gervais, Hubbard, Jefferson, Keizer, Mount Angel, Saint Paul, Salem, Scotts Mills, Silverton, Stayton, Sublimity, Turner and Woodburn.