Wasco County Sheriff's Office
Wasco County Sheriff's Office
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the NORCOR Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in NORCOR. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Oregon State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call NORCOR at 541-298-1576 to get it.
Inmate Services
Phone
541-298-1576Mailing address (personal mail)
NORCOR, OREGON
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
(Use the full name with middle name or initial, no nicknames.)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
NORCOR
201 Webber Street
The Dalles, OR 97058
(Legal and confidential mail. Magazines and newspapers can come straight to the facility. Books: paperback only, from a publisher or retailer, not Amazon, no larger than 9 x 12 inches.)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office, 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 541-298-1576 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up any criminal court case, current or past, in Wasco County or any county in the state of Oregon.
Wasco County Sheriff's Office Inmate Search
The Wasco County Sheriff's Office maintains an average of 0 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 Wasco 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 Wasco 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 Wasco 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 Wasco 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 lessOffenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the NORCOR Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they either get bail or are released from custody on their own recognizance.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in NORCOR. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Oregon State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call NORCOR at 541-298-1576 to get it.
- NORCOR: 541-298-1576
- Sheriff: 541-506-2580
How is booking conducted at Wasco County Sheriff's Office?
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Wasco County Sheriff's Office 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 Wasco County Sheriff's Office:
- 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 541-298-1576.
How to post bail for someone arrested in Wasco County
When an individual is arrested and booked at Wasco County Sheriff's Office in The Dalles, 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 541-298-1576 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 541-298-1576 if needed.
- You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Wasco 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 Wasco County, Oregon, visit the Wasco County Sheriff's Office Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office? What is the Schedule?
Wasco County Sheriff's Office ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
511 Washington St., Suite #102
The Dalles, OR 97058
541-298-1576
- 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 541-298-1576 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 541-298-1576 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 Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office?
There are three options for putting money on an inmate's books at NORCOR:
Option 1 - Depositing Money in the Jail Kiosk
Bring money to the jail in person. M-F 8AM-5PM, and Saturday, Sunday & Holidays 8AM-12NOON.
The Kiosk accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
201 Webber Road
The Dalles, OR
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Option 3 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling 866-516-0115.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Wasco County Sheriff's Office have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wasco County Sheriff's Office’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 541-298-1576 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Wasco County?
Wasco County County Jails
Wasco County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Wasco County?
The Wasco County Sheriff's Office serves the following cities and towns of Wasco County: Antelope, Dufur, Maupin, Mosier, Shaniko and The Dalles.