Spokane County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Spokane County

Spokane County Jail Information

The Spokane County Jail is a 450 bed jail in the city of Spokane, Spokane County, Washington. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 509-477-2278.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Washington State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 509-477-2278, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

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 the Spokane County Jail at 509-477-2278 to get it.

Phone: 509-477-2278

Physical Address:
1100 West Mallon
Spokane, WA 99260-0320

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate First and Last Name
Spokane County Detention Services
1100 West Mallon Avenue
Spokane, WA 99260

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate First and Last Name
Spokane County Detention Services
1100 West Mallon Avenue
Spokane, WA 99260

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How Do You Find Someone in the Spokane County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Spokane 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 509-477-2278 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court cases for people who have been arrested in Spokane 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 Spokane County or any court in Washington.

Spokane County Jail Inmate Search

The Spokane County Jail maintains an average of 450 offenders in custody on any given day. The Spokane 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 Spokane County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 35,820 offenders.

The following charts of Spokane 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 Spokane 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 Spokane 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 Spokane 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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About the Spokane County Jail

Spokane County Jail houses inmates who are arrested within the county, both male and female inmates are housed here.

Inmates may be waiting for their trial, or they may be serving their sentence, and those who are arrested in the area by other law enforcement agencies will also be housed here.

The Spokane County Jail is located near the Public Safety Building on the County Campus, making it easy to transport to and from courthouse appointments.

While incarcerated at the facility inmates are provided with regular, nutritious meals, bedding and clothing that is regularly laundered, mental and medical health care, and other services.

Classes are held to assist in inmates furthering their education and gaining new skills that will be useful after their sentence has been completed.

Inmate Phones: Phone services are available daily and can be accessed through www.Securustech.net.

Commissary: To fund an inmates commissary account there is online access at jpay.com.

Visitation: Visits are provided through video from www.Securustech.net and can be scheduled with the inmate around their schedule. Visits are permitted each day except for holidays.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Frequently Asked Questions about Spokane County Jail Recent Bookings & Arrests


How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Spokane County Jail?

What happens during booking in Spokane County?

What is the booking process like at the Spokane County Jail?

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

How long does the Spokane County Jail booking process take?

What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking?


 

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Spokane County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Spokane County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 509-477-2278.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Spokane County Jail Booking Roster


 

 

What happens during booking in Spokane County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Spokane County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.


 

 

What is the booking process like at the Spokane County Jail?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Spokane County and other Washington and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.


 

 

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.


 

 

What happens with an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Spokane County Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so.

To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 509-477-2278 during business hours.


 

 

How long does the Spokane County Jail booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.


 

 

What happens after an offender is booked into the Spokane County Jail?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Spokane County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

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Directions / Map to the Spokane County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Bail Bonds for Spokane County must be posted at the appropriate court during business hours.

Municipal Court - 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. - 509-625-4400
Public Safety Building, 1100 W Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA 99260

District Court - 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. - 509-477-4770
Public Safety Building, 1100 W Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA 99260

Superior Court - 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. - 509-477-5790
1116 W Broadway Ave #3, Spokane, WA 99260



The Spokane County Jail accepts bonds when the courts are closed. Call 509-477-2278 to get the full amount due.

  • They do not accept checks or credit cards.
  • Cash bonds must be in the full amount only.

For information on what a bonding company requires, search the internet for phone numbers of bail/bond companies.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Spokane County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
  • Visits are 30 minutes and cost $5.00.
  • After registering with Securus, before you can schedule a visit, the Spokane County Jail will have to approve you.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY No Visits
MONDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
TUESDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
THURSDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
FRIDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
SATURDAY No Visits

Spokane County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Spokane County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Spokane County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Spokane County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

Spokane County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
  • Visits are 30 minutes and cost $5.00.
  • After registering with Securus, before you can schedule a visit, the Spokane County Jail will have to approve you.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY No Visits
MONDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
TUESDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
THURSDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
FRIDAY 8:45 AM - 9:15 AM
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
SATURDAY No Visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Spokane County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

Mailing or Dropping Off Money for an Inmate's Commissary

You can only mail US Postal Money Orders, Western Union Money Orders, US Treasury Checks, as well as checks from Tribal Institutions and other Correctional Facilities, through the mail for posting to an inmate's account.

  • Spokane County Jail will accept Cashier's Checks for under $500, not any larger.
  • They will NOT accept cash through the Mail.
  • Cash must be deposited at the Cashier's Window or through the Kiosk in the Jail Lobby or the Geiger Visitation area.
  • To Mail in funds for an inmate make sure the check is made payable to your inmate.  Also be sure to have your full name and address as the purchaser on the Cashiers Check or Money order... as well as on the return address of the envelope.

Mail to:
Inmate First and Last Name
Attn: Inmate Accounting
1100 West Mallon Avenue
Spokane, WA  99260



Depositing money for Securus Phone System online or over the phone

You can also deposit money for an inmate's communication phone ssytem online or over the phone with Securus.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Spokane County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Spokane County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Spokane 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 [facility_name_1}, 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 Spokane 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 Spokane County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Spokane County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
Postcards are NOT allowed.

Envelopes
The Spokane County Jail allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates, however all letters will be photocopied in black & white and delivered to inmate. Originals will go in inmate's property. 

  • No photos may be sent through the US Mail. The ONLY photos that will be accepted will be those sent through 3rd party vendors, i.e. Shutterfly, Walmart, Costco, etc. all other photos will be rejected.
  • No Greeting Cards or Greeting Card envelopes.

Envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate First and Last Name
Spokane County Detention Services
1100 West Mallon Avenue
Spokane, WA 99260


Mailing Money for an Inmate's Commissary
You can only mail US Postal Money Orders, Western Union Money Orders, US Treasury Checks, as well as checks from Tribal Institutions and other Correctional Facilities, through the mail for posting to an inmate's account.

  • Spokane County Jail will accept Cashier's Checks for under $500, not any larger.
  • They will NOT accept cash through the Mail. Cash must be deposited at the Cashier's Window or through the Kiosk in the Jail Lobby or the Geiger Visitation area.
  • To Mail in funds for an inmate make sure the check is made payable to your inmate.  Also be sure to have your full name and address as the purchaser on the Cashiers Check or Money order... as well as on the return address of the envelope.

Mail to:
Inmate First and Last Name
Attn: Inmate Accounting
1100 West Mallon Avenue
Spokane, WA  99260



Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
The Spokane County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Spokane County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate First and Last Name
Spokane County Detention Services
1100 West Mallon Avenue
Spokane, WA 99260

If the books are sent via UPS or Fedex, the shipping address is:
Inmate Name
c/o Spokane County Detention Services
1307 West Gardner
Spokane WA, 99201

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Spokane County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Spokane County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Spokane 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 Spokane County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Spokane County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Spokane County Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will receive their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Spokane County Jail

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Spokane County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your Spokane County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Spokane County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Spokane County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-477-2278 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Spokane County

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

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

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