Pend Oreille County Jail

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Pend Oreille County Jail

The 31-bed Pend Oreille County Jail provides 24-hour phone access for inmate information at 509-447-3151.

After an arrest for a misdemeanor or felony in the county, the person is brought to this jail for booking and processing. They may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is decided, depending on the seriousness of the charges.

Use the inmate search tool to check the list of people currently in custody.

Convicted inmates with less than a year to serve remain in this county. Those with longer sentences are transferred to the Washington State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides details on searching the official jail roster, directions to the jail, and inmate services including the visitation schedule, funding an account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number because it’s often required. If it’s not online, call Pend Oreille County Jail at 509-447-3151.

Phone

509-447-3151

Physical address

331 South Garden Avenue
Newport, WA 99156
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pend Oreille County Corrections
P.O. Box 5079
Newport, WA 99156

Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pend Oreille County Corrections
P.O. Box 5079
Newport, WA 99156

Other Jails and Prisons

To search for an inmate in the Pend Oreille 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 509-447-3151 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court cases for people who have been arrested in Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County or any court in Washington.

Pend Oreille County Jail Inmate Search

The Pend Oreille County Jail maintains an average of 31 offenders in custody on any given day. The Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,620 offenders.

The following charts of Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille 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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This 40 bed facility falls under the operational responsibility of the Pend Orielle County Sheriff and staff. It houses both male and female inmates from their original booking and trial to the end of their sentence. There are also contracts in place with several other law enforcement agencies to house their inmate4s as needed. Along with the regular staff there are contracts in place with medical staff from the local hospital to provide medical care, counselling services, and outside religious represdetnatives all offer regular services for the inmates. Mail, phones, and visits are all used to provide support to relationships with friends and family who are not incarcerated which has been shown to improve mental health resulting in a safer jail experience as well as make the transition upon release easier. Books, newspapers, and magazines are permitted but must be sent directly from the publisher and all books must be paperback. Inmate Mail: Pend Oreille County Corrections Attn. Inmate John Doe P.O. Box 5079 Newport, WA 99156 Inmate Phones: Access to phones is provided for outgoing phone calls that are made collect, and an account can be made at www.ctel.us Commissary: Commissary allows inmates to purchase needed items and can be funded by friends or family online at accesscorrections.com Visitation: Friends and family can visit on Sundays and Tuesdays between the hours of 6pm and 8pm, and all visitors must sign up in the lobby between 4:30pm and 5pm to retain their spot.
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How is booking conducted at Pend Oreille County Jail?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille 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 509-447-3151.

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How to post bail for someone arrested in Pend Oreille County

When an individual is arrested and booked at Pend Oreille County Jail in Newport, 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 509-447-3151 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 509-447-3151 if needed.
  • You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County, Washington, visit the Pend Oreille County Jail Bail Information Page.

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

Pend Oreille County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

331 South Garden Avenue
Newport, WA 99156
509-447-3151

  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 509-447-3151 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • A maximum of 3 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 509-447-3151 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 6:00PM - 8:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pend Oreille County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Pend Oreille County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pend Oreille County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Pend Oreille County Jail?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Pend Oreille County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Washington, then select Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pend Oreille County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Pend Oreille County Jail?

How do Inmates in Pend Oreille County Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

  • Register with CTEL, the phone system Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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

Pend Oreille County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Ask the Pend Oreille County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Pend Oreille 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#
Pend Oreille County Corrections
P.O. Box 5079
Newport, WA 99156



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pend Oreille County Corrections
P.O. Box 5079
Newport, WA 99156



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 Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Ask the Pend Oreille County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pend Oreille County Corrections
P.O. Box 5079
Newport, WA 99156

Pend Oreille County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Pend Oreille County Corrections
P.O. Box 5079
Newport, WA 99156


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 Pend Oreille County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Pend Oreille County Jail, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Pend Oreille County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Pend Oreille County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Washington, then select Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pend Oreille County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Pend Oreille County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Pend Oreille County Jail allows Secure Messaging using a third-party service call Access Corrections.

They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.

Register/Log in here.

After Registering/Logging In:

1.     You choose Pend Oreille County Jail.
2.    You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3.    You add a credit or debit card.
4.    You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5.    You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6.    Pend Oreille County Jail charges a fee for each message sent or received.

Important Things to Know

 - Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
 - ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail. 
 - Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
 - Rates vary and are always subject to change.
 - Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
 - You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
 - You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
 - You may NOT type or send emoticons.
 - You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
 - You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved. 
 - Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
 - You may NOT transfer credits to another email.

Phone: 866-345-1884

Email:  customerservice@accesscorrections.com
FAQ
Contact Page
iphone app
Android app

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Pend Oreille County

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

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Washington, then select Pend Oreille 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.
  • 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.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pend Oreille County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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Do Inmates in the Pend Oreille 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 Pend Oreille County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-447-3151 for further assistance.

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What are the other City and County Jails in Pend Oreille County?

Pend Oreille County County Jails

Pend Oreille County Juvenile Facilities

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Pend Oreille County?

Pend Oreille County (this county)Bonner County, IdahoBoundary County, IdahoSpokane CountyStevens County
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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Pend Oreille County

The Pend Oreille County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Pend Oreille County: Cusick, Ione, Metaline, Metaline Falls and Newport.