Puyallup Police Jail

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Puyallup Police Jail

You can contact the 51-bed Puyallup Police Jail for information on inmates by calling 253-841-5425, 24 hours a day.

Every misdemeanor and felony arrest in this county results in a trip to this facility for booking and processing. If the charges require detention, the inmate stays here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held pending the outcome of their trial.

To view who is currently in custody, use the inmate search tool.

Inmates serving a sentence of less than one year stay in this county. Inmates serving longer sentences are sent to the Washington State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page describes the visitation schedule, how to add money to an inmate’s account, mail an inmate, receive calls, use voicemail, email and text, rent a tablet, post a bail bond, and order commissary.

Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, since you’ll need it for communication. If it’s not available online, call Puyallup Police Jail at 253-841-5425.

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Phone

253-841-5425

Physical address

311 West Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate: (Name)
C/O Puyallup City Jail
311 West Pioneer
Puyallup, WA 98371

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To search for an inmate in the Puyallup Police 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 253-841-5425 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court cases for people who have been arrested in Pierce 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 Pierce County or any court in Washington.

Puyallup Police Jail Inmate Search

The Puyallup Police Jail maintains an average of 51 offenders in custody on any given day. The Puyallup Police 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 Pierce County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 69,820 offenders.

The following charts of Pierce 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 Pierce 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 Pierce 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 Pierce 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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With 51 beds this facility is used by the City of Puyallup to house all male and female offenders who are arrested on a misdemeanor. While incarcerated at the facility full medical care is provided, as well as addictions treatment, nutritious meals, religious gatherings, and there are programs to assist in planning for the transition back to the community after the sentence has been served. The facility participates in VINELINK which allows for those affected by a crime to receive updates on the offender including release dates, court dates, and transfers. Access to phone calls and text messages is provided, as well as visits. Operated by the local Sheriff, the facility is open around the clock for new bookings and to ensure the safety and security of the facility and all in it are prioritized at all times. Inmate Mail: Mail is checked for contraband before being delivered, and must be sent to Inmate Name C/O Puyallup City Jail, 311 West Pioneer, Puyallup, W 98371 Inmate Phones: Phones are available for outgoing calls during the day, with three free calls being permitted directly after booking, and a phone account can be created for ongoing calls throughout incarceration. Accounts can be created at inmatesales.com. This also supports texts to and from inmates. Visitation: After their first court date, inmates will be permitted to have visits through video visitation. Onsite visits are available on Sundays from 9am to 11:30am and 1:30pm to 5pm and must be booked at least 24 hours in advance. Offsite visitation is available during the week from 9am-11:30am and 5:30pm-9:30pm, as well as weekends from 9am-11:30am and 1:30pm-9:30pm.
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What should you know about the booking process at Puyallup Police Jail?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Puyallup Police Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Puyallup Police Jail include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Puyallup Police Jail at 253-841-5425.

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Puyallup Police Jail? What is the Schedule?

Puyallup Police Jail On Site face to face Visitation

Monday through Friday                     

9am-11:30am and 5:30pm-8:30pm

Saturday and Sunday                      

9:00 am-11:30 am and 1:30pm-8:30pm

Puyallup Police Jail uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

Register and/or log in here:

VISITATION RULES

  • Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
  • Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
  • All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
  • Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
  • In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
  • Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and  is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

  • If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
  • If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
  • If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
  • $0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
  • Free for onsite video visitation.
  • There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
  • No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Puyallup Police Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 253-841-5425 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Puyallup Police Jail?

How Do Inmates in Puyallup Police Jail Make Phone Calls?

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

  • Puyallup Police 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 Pierce County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Pierce 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 Puyallup Police Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 253-841-5425 for further assistance.

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Puyallup Police Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Puyallup Police Jail uses the services of Visitel for Emailing between inmates and their friends and family members.
Register and/or log in here:

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Puyallup Police Jail

To send a text or email message to a Pierce County inmate, do the following:

Puyallup Police Jail uses VISITEL for Inmate Email.

Register here. 
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for Messaging services.
2. Find your Pierce County inmate.
3. Set up a payment method.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Pierce County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Puyallup Police Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
NOTE: Use caution when writing your inmate. Try not to discuss strategies regarding their case. All messages can be shared with the Pierce County prosecutor.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Puyallup Police Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 253-841-5425 for further assistance.

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What are the other City and County Jails in Pierce County?

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Pierce County?

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