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King County Correctional Facility

Address:
500 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone:
206-296-1234

Posting Bail at the King County Correctional Facility

How Do You Post Bail for Someone Arrested and Jailed at the King County Correctional Facility

If you want to keep it simple, post bail with cash. It's faster and easier.
You can also use Money Orders and Cashier's Checks, however cashier's checks and money orders require verification prior to processing, which can only be done while the bank is open, which can cause delays.
Money orders or cashier's checks must be made out to King County Dept of Adult & Juvenile Detention.

How it Works:

Bring payment to the reception window at the King County Correctional Facility (KCCF) in Seattle or the Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) in Kent.

The King County Correctional Facility is located at 500 Fifth Ave., Seattle, WA 98104.
The Maleng Regional Justice Center is at 620 W. James St., Kent, WA 98032.

You can always use a Washington State licensed Bail Bond Agency.
NOTE: Minors can only be bailed out by a parent or legal guardian.

King County List of Approved Bonding Companies
(In alphabetical order)

A-Affordable Bail Bonds, LLC
615 W. 11th Street, Suite 100
Vancouver, WA 98660
206-628-0505 (Seattle)
253-859-4818 (Kent)
360-699-5455 (Vancouver)

Aladdin Bail Bonds
206-287-9999 (Seattle)
253-852-8300 (Kent)

All City Bail Bonds
601 6th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98104
Mailing address: P.O. Box 24307
Seattle, WA 98124
206-622-9999 (Seattle)

607 Central Ave. N.
Kent, WA 98032
253-854-8888 (Kent)

Bad Boys Bail Bonds, Inc.
4830 Pacific Ave., Suite A
Tacoma, WA 98408
206-254-9300 (Seattle)
253-373-9300 (Kent)
Fax: 253-671-8826

Cascade Bail Bonds
3118 Broadway
Everett, WA 98201
206-623-9999

Casey Bail Company, Inc.
3532 Lancashire Court
Port Orchard, WA 98366
360-874-7568
Fax: 360-443-2615

CJ Johnson Bail Bonds
620 S. 11th Street, Suite A
Tacoma, WA 98405
206-624-7777

Lacey O’Malley Bonding & Insurance, Inc.
411 Jefferson St., Suite 101
Seattle, WA 98104
206-622-2666 (Seattle)
253-850-5370 (Kent)
Fax: 206-343-9295

Pacific Northwest Bail Bonding LLC
321 Yesler Way
Seattle, WA 98104
206-322-1900
Fax: 206-322-9690

South King County Bail Bonds
507 Central Ave. N.
Kent, WA 98032
253-856-1707
Fax: 253-856-1340

Who do I call to find out the Bond for an Inmate?

Please call the jail at 206-296-1234 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at King County Correctional Facility.
A bond is set according to a court-approved schedule.
The purpose of the bond is to assure the offender's appearance in court.

Instructions on how to post Bail or Bond in King County

Because King County and Washington can change their bail bond procedures, it is always best to call either the King County Correctional Facility at 206-296-1234, or the court in the jurisdiction (i.e. Municipal Court, District Court, etc.) where the offender was charged, right after an arrestee has been booked.

Ask the staff at the King County Correctional Facility or the King County Court Clerk these specific questions:

Is the defendant eligible for bail or a bond?
How much will the bail or bond be, and what are the additional fees?
Where do I go to pay it?
Are there any days or times of the day or night when I cannot post bail?
What types of payment are allowed? Cash? Money order? Credit card? What types of credit cards? Property or other collateral? Surety bonds?
Do I have to use a bail or bond agent?

If you feel the bail is too high and you wish to get it reduced, contact a lawyer or the defendant's public defender and get them to look into what they can do to get a bail reduction. The sooner you get working on this the quicker you will get your loved one released.

This entire process will go smoother and faster with a criminal attorney or bail agent handling it for you.

Option 1 - How to Post Bail using Cash for a Defendant at King County Correctional Facility

The first option, a cash bond, is to pay the full bail amount in cash, cashier's check, or money order. Personal Checks are not accepted.

Depending on the crime, this amount could be anywhere from $100 to $75,000 or more.

To pay a cash bond, go to King County Correctional Facility or to the court where the bail hearing occurred. Going directly to the jail will quicken the release of the defendant as any bail paperwork processed at the court will have to be transferred to the jail.

Cashier's Checks and Money Orders may be made out to King County Correctional Facility where the defendant is being held, but usually to the King County Sheriff's Office or to the King County Court.

To purchase money orders visit any Western Union, Moneygram or Post Office.

Option 2 - How to Post a Private or Surety Bond for a Defendant at King County Correctional Facility

In the event that someone does not have the full bond amount available to him or her, there is what is called a private bond or surety bond.

This is an agreement made with a bail agent or bondsman who will post the full bail amount. In return, the defendant and/or cosigner will pay a premium to the bail agent. This premium will be 10-15% of the full bail amount.

For example, if bail is posted at $5,000, then the premium will cost approximately $500-$750.

A bail agent will often require some form of collateral, for example, a lien on a house, a car or jewelry. This is to ensure that if the defendant skips bail, or does not appear in court, the bail agent has some sort of compensation for the full bail amount being paid.

Remember, by making an agreement with a bail agent the signatory takes responsibility for paying the full bail amount if the defendant does not appear in court.

Option 3 - How to Post a Property Bond for a Defendant at King County Correctional Facility

If you are a landowner in King County you may be able to post a property bond. Property within King County may be used as collateral to bail someone out. All owners of the property must be present to sign the bond in order for this to happen.

To find if property located outside of King County can be used as collateral, call a local bail or bond agent or contact a defense lawyer.

Click here for additional information on how to post bail at King County Correctional Facility.

Who can post Bail or Bond for a Defendant at King County Correctional Facility?

Anyone over the age of 18 who can produce a valid government-issued photo ID can post bail. Accepted forms of ID include a Photo Driver's License, Passport, or Motor Vehicle issued ID.

In many circumstances, if the defendant has the resources, they can post their own cash bail from jail.

Surety Bonds are arranged by a third party, typically a Washington state licensed Bail Bond firm.

Juveniles may only be bailed or bonded out of custody by a parent or legal guardian.

King County Justice System Flowchart

When will the Cash Bail or Collateral be returned to me?

Money or collateral will not be returned until the defendant's court case is finished, so realistically it could take several months to years, depending on the severity of the charges. If a defendant posts his or her own bail, King County Court may retain whatever amount of fines or fees have accumulated throughout the trial.

What happens to my Bail or Collateral if the Defendant misses Court?

The King County Judge may order a failure to appear warrant for the person's arrest or the Judge may order a Bail Commissioner's Letter be issued that will be sent to the person with a new court date.

If cash bail was paid, the entire amount may be forfeited.

How Do You Post Bail for Someone Arrested and Jailed at the King County Correctional Facility

If you want to keep it simple, post bail with cash. It's faster and easier.
You can also use Money Orders and Cashier's Checks, however cashier's checks and money orders require verification prior to processing, which can only be done while the bank is open, which can cause delays.
Money orders or cashier's checks must be made out to King County Dept of Adult & Juvenile Detention.

How it Works:

Bring payment to the reception window at the King County Correctional Facility (KCCF) in Seattle or the Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) in Kent.

The King County Correctional Facility is located at 500 Fifth Ave., Seattle, WA 98104.
The Maleng Regional Justice Center is at 620 W. James St., Kent, WA 98032.

You can always use a Washington State licensed Bail Bond Agency.
NOTE: Minors can only be bailed out by a parent or legal guardian.

For more information about Posting Bail, Bonds, how long it takes, what your fees and responsibilities are for a bailed inmate and more, check out our Inmate Bail page.

There are five options for putting money on an Inmate's Account.

To begin, you should first have the full name the inmate was booked under, and their B/A Number. If you need assistance with finding this, call 206-296-1234.

Option One

Deposit money online at Access Corrections. They take Visa and Mastercard.

Option Two

Deposit Money at the King County Correctional Facility Jail Kiosk. They take Visa, Mastercard and Cash.
Kiosks are located in the reception area at the Maleng Regional Justice Center (MRJC) and the front lobby of the King County Correctional Facility (KCCF).

Option Three

Deposit Money at a Cash Pay Today Kiosk at a Walk-in Retailer. Cash Pay Today Location finder.
Register at cashpaytoday.com, get a barcode and make a cash deposit where you shop, including Dollar General, Family Dollar, CVS and 7-Eleven.

Option Four

Deposit Money with Access Corrections using the telephone. They accept Visa and Mastercard. Call 866-345-1884 to speak with an Agent.

Option Five

Mail a Money order or cashier’s check to the King County Correctional Facility. You MUST use the USPS.
Do not send cash or personal checks.
You must include the inmate’s name and B/A number. You can use Jail Inmate Lookup Service (JILS) to locate the inmate's B/A number (book of arrest number).
If possible, include your name and your return address.
Allow 10 business days for posting on all money orders and cashier's checks of $50 or more.

Mail to:
Full committed name (name the inmate was booked under)
B/A (book of arrest) number (lookup)
King County Correctional Facility
500 Fifth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104

For complete information on everything not covered here, including details about maximum and minimum deposits, more options, what will get you suspended and more, check out our Inmate Money page.

What Kind of Mail can King County Correctional Facility Inmates Receive?

Envelopes

The King County Correctional Facility allows inmates to receive an unlimited amount of letters as long as they conform to the mail guidelines.
All letters MUST be written on white paper only, using black or blue ink.
All letters MUST be mailed in a white envelope with your name and return address clearly visible (return address labels/stickers are not allowed).
All letters MUST come through the U.S. Mail (USPS) and not by any other delivery service.
Third-party mailing (sending or receiving a letter to family or friends asking them to forward a letter to another inmate) is NOT allowed.
Postcards are NOT allowed.
Colored envelopes are NOT allowed.
Greeting cards are NOT allowed.
For an extensive list of other items NOT allowed, check out out Inmate Mail page.

To mail a letter, you not only MUST use the exact name the inmate was booked under, but you also MUST include their B/A Number, so remember to first look up the Inmate's B/A Number. If you can't find it online, call the Inmate Locator hotline at 206-296-1234.

Full committed name (name the inmate was booked under)
B/A (book of arrest) number (lookup)
King County Correctional Facility
500 Fifth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104

Newspapers
You can purchase a newspaper subscription for an inmate but it must be mailed to the jail directly from the publisher and MUST include the inmate’s full name they were booked under, and their B/A Number.

Magazines
Magazines are also allowed, but MUST be mailed directly from the publisher and include the inmate’s full name they were booked under, and their B/A Number.
Any magazine containing lewd photos, nudity, pornography, or anything promoting drugs or violence will be confiscated by jail staff and discarded.

The following is a partial list of other magazines NOT allowed:

American Curves
FLAVA
Maxim
Players
Stuff
Black Belt
High Times
OUI
Show
Ultimate MMA
Black Man
Hustler
Ozone
Skin and Ink
XXL
Easy Rider
King
Penthouse
Smooth
FHM (For HIM)
Low Rider
Playboy/girl
Sports Illustrated - swimsuit issue

Also, no magazines or other publications of this type:

Boxing / wrestling / martial arts
‘R’ and ‘X’ rated materials
Tattooing and body piercing
Tactical maneuver
Weapons or the use of them
Unlawful substances
Gang-related symbols / hand gestures / graphics

Books

If you wish to mail a book to an inmate you MUST have it sent from either the publisher or from a third-party vendor such as Amazon.com or Barnes and Noble. It MUST be the corporate seller... NO books from the Marketplace or third-party sellers.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene.
In addition, the contents cannot present a threat to the security of the facility. Any book that does not meet the King County Correctional Facility standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
Urban fiction, also known as street lit is a specific literary genre containing excessive profanity, graphic sex and extreme violence. These depictions are very explicit in urban fiction and this type of writing is prohibited in the jail. As a result, URBAN FICTION IS PROHIBITED and will be returned to sender.
All book shipments MUST include the inmate's name they were booked under, and their B/A Number. You can also call 206-296-1234 to get their number.

Magazines, Newspapers and Books are mailed to:

Full committed name (name the inmate was booked under)
B/A (book of arrest) number (lookup)
King County Correctional Facility
500 Fifth Ave.
Seattle, WA 98104

Care packages
Care packages are pre-chosen items packaged together and sent to the inmate from a third-party vendor. They include clothing, snacks, hygeine products and seasonal items.
King County Correctional Facility only allows care packages from Access Securepak.

Money Orders or Cashier's Checks

Money orders or cashier's checks may be added to an inmate’s account via the USPS. You must fill it our using the full name the inmate was booked under, and their B/A (book of arrest number) number. Call 206-296-1234 if you have trouble finding this information.
Do not send cash or personal checks.
If possible, include your name and your return address on the money order or cashier's check.
Allow 10 business days for posting on all money orders and cashier's checks of $50 or more.

For even more information, including an extensive list of what not to mail, where to mail, how to mail, emailing an inmate, and more, check out our Inmate Mail page.

How to Schedule and Visit an Inmate in King County Correctional Facility

To schedule and set up a visit, either at-the-jail or remotely from your home, follow these instructions:

Register and/or log in.
Select King County Correctional Facility, then your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits in King County.
Schedule your visit.

To get more complete instructions, and understand visit lengths, times, locations, fees and all the other rules including children, dress codes and more, check out or Visit Inmate Page.
NOTE: All visits are recorded and whatever you say and do will be monitored. It is best to never discuss sensitive information regarding your inmate's pending case.

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in King County Correctional Facility

To rent a tablet for an inmate in King 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 King County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

If you have any questions:

Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
Email - [email protected]

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

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in King County Correctional Facility

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

King County Correctional Facility uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in King County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your King County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all King County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in King County Correctional Facility, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in King County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in King County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

Select Washington, then select King County Correctional Facility, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for King 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 King County at any one time.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in King County Correctional Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for King County.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in King County

To send commissary money to an inmate in King County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select Washington, then select King County Correctional Facility, 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 King County Correctional Facility.

How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in King County

To send a secure email message to an inmate in King County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
Select Washington, then select King County Correctional Facility, 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 King County Correctional Facility check out our Secure Messaging Guide for King County.

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from King County Correctional Facility

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from King 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 King 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.