Island County Jail
Island County Jail
The 58-bed Island County Jail can answer your questions about an inmate 24 hours a day. Call 360-678-4422.
Arrestees charged with misdemeanors and felonies in the county are brought to this facility for booking and processing. They are then either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is complete, depending on the charges.
Search the roster with the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody.
If an inmate is sentenced to less than one year, they serve it at this jail. If sentenced to longer, they are moved to the Washington State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Inmate services covered on this page:
- Visitation schedule
- Sending money
- Phone calls and voicemail
- Email and texting
- Tablet rentals
- Bail bonds
- Commissary
Keep the inmate’s booking number or jail ID for mail and communication. If you can’t find it online, call Island County Jail at 360-678-4422.
Inmate Services
Phone
360-678-4422Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Island County Jail
1 NE 7th Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
(money orders should be be made out to
Island County Inmate Trust acct FBO (Inmates name),
with the inmate’s name and ID# on the memo line)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Island 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 360-678-4422 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court cases for people who have been arrested in Island County or any county in the state of Washington. You can either look up the case by the person's name or the case number. Go here if you want to look up an offender's Court Date at any of the courts in Island County or any court in Washington.
Island County Jail Inmate Search
The Island County Jail maintains an average of 58 offenders in custody on any given day. The Island 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 Island County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,880 offenders.
The following charts of Island 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 Island County Corrections Department, the state of Washington Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Island 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 Island 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 lessIn Coupeville, Washington the Island County Sheriff's Office is the responsible agency for the operation and upkeep of the Island County Jail. This is the main housing facility for all inmates throughout the county, both male and female either before their trial or during their sentence. This location was updated in 1983 and saw an expansion to 58 inmates at any time. It uses both linear single cells and dormitory housing to secure all inmates in a safe environment. There is access to outdoor recreation, mail services, commissary, medical care, dental care, and mental health care. Special programming supports inmates in learning new life skills and educational programs to assist in success after their release. Inmates may send and receive mail, make phone calls, and have visits. Some inmates will qualify to work in the kitchen or as custodians or qualify for the electronic monitoring program that allows inmates to serve their sentences at home.
- Jail (Main): 360-678-4422
- Sheriff: 360-678-4422
How booking works at Island County Jail
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Island County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Island County Jail:
- Verification of personal details.
- Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection if required.
- Search of the individual.
- Confiscation of personal property.
- Providing a phone call.
For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Island County Jail at 360-678-4422.
Paying bail for someone in Island County
After being arrested and booked into Island County Jail in Coupeville, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 360-678-4422 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
- Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 360-678-4422.
- Licensed bail bond agents in Island County can facilitate the process.
- Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To get more information on the bail process in Island County, Washington, visit the Island County Jail Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Island County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Island County Jail Inmate in-person Visitation Hours
Inmates are permitted one 30-minute visit per week, per the schedule below.
Wednesday 1:30-4 p.m., last names A through M
Thursday 1:30-4 p.m., last names N through Z
Saturday 1:30-4 p.m., last names A through M
Sunday 1:30-4 p.m., last names N through Z
Visitors coming from outside of Whidbey Island are permitted one, 45-minute visit. Inmates are only permitted one visit per session.
Visitors coming from off the island should coordinate their visit times with the in-custody inmate as inmates are permitted only one visit session per day.
Island County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
503 N Main Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
360-678-4422
- Visits are 30 minutes each seesion, so up to two visits per week.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- Visitors coming from outside of Whidbey Island are permitted to have a 45 minute visit each session.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID and fill out a visit form when they arrive.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing. No rips, tears, sloppy looking or your visit will be refused.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 360-678-4422 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | HOURS | INMATES |
| WED | 1:30-4:00PM | Last names A through M |
| THU | 1:30-4:00PM | Last names N through Z |
| SAT | 1:30-4:00PM | Last names A through M |
| SUN | 1:30-4:00PM | Last names N through Z |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Island County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Island County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Island County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Island County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Island County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Island County Jail?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Island County Jail
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Island County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Island County Jail, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Island County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Island County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Island County Jail, and what can I send them?
Island County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Island County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Island 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#
Island County Jail
1 NE 7th Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Island County Jail
1 NE 7th Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
(money orders should be be made out to
Island County Inmate Trust acct FBO (Inmates name),
with the inmate’s name and ID# on the memo line)
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 Island 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 Island County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Island County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Island County Jail
1 NE 7th Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
(money orders should be be made out to
Island County Inmate Trust acct FBO (Inmates name),
with the inmate’s name and ID# on the memo line)
Island County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Island 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 Island County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Island County Jail
1 NE 7th Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
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 Island County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Island County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Island 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 Washington.
3. Select Island 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 Island 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 a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Island County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Island County Jail follow these steps:
- Select Washington, then select Island County Jail, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
- Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for Island County.
- Choose the inmate and the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Island County at any one time.
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Island County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Island County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Island County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Island County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Island County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Island 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 Island County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 360-678-4422 for further assistance.
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