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This page lists all 55 city jails in Idaho. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Idaho
Understanding city jails in the Idaho
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Idaho. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Idaho, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Idaho, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Idaho's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Idaho, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Idaho
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Idaho has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Idaho. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Idaho
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Idaho
The full list of city jails in Idaho is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Boise Jail
333 North Mark Stall Place, Boise, ID 83704-0644
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Ada | View Details |
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Meridian Jail
1401 East Watertower Ave, Meridian, ID 83642
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Ada | View Details |
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Chubbuck Jail
5160 Yellowstone Ave, Chubbuck, ID 83202
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Bannock | View Details |
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Inkom Jail
365 North Rapid Creek Road, Inkom, ID 83245-1544
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Bannock | View Details |
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George Jail
PO Box 99
382 Main St, Georgetown, ID 83239
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Bear Lake | View Details |
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Montpelier Jail
534 Washington St, Montpelier, ID 83254
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Bear Lake | View Details |
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Plummer Jail
880 C St
PO Box B, Plummer, ID 83851
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Benewah | View Details |
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St. Maries Jail
602 West College Ave, St. Maries, ID 83861
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Benewah | View Details |
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Blackfoot Jail
501 North Maple St, Blackfoot, ID 83221
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Bingham | View Details |
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Shelley Jail
115 South Emerson Ave, Shelley, ID 83274
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Bingham | View Details |
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Hailey Jail
115 South Main St, Hailey, ID 83333
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Blaine | View Details |
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Ketchum Detention
PO Box 3008
480 East Ave North, Ketchum, ID 83340
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Blaine | View Details |
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Sun Valley Jail
81 Elkhorn Road, Sun Valley, ID 83353
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Blaine | View Details |
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Ponderay Jail
476770 Hwy 95
PO Box 500, Ponderay, ID 83852
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Bonner | View Details |
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Sandpoint Jail
1123 Lake St, Sandpoint, ID 83864
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Bonner | View Details |
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Iona Jail
3548 North Main St, Iona, ID 83427
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Bonneville | View Details |
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Caldwell Jail
110 South 5th Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605
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Canyon | View Details |
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Nampa Jail
820 2nd St South, Nampa, ID 83651
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Canyon | View Details |
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Parma Jail
33 North 3rd St, Parma, ID 83660
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Canyon | View Details |
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Wilder Jail
217 Third St
PO Box 687, Wilder, ID 83676
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Canyon | View Details |
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Orofino Jail
217 First St, Orofino, ID 83544
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Clearwater | View Details |
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Challis Jail
PO Box 1130, Challis, ID 83226
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Custer | View Details |
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Stanley Jail
PO Box 53
Hwy 21, Stanley, ID 83278
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Custer | View Details |
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Mountain Home Jail
2775 East 8th North, Mountain Home, ID 83647
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Elmore | View Details |
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Preston Jail
70 West Oneida, Preston, ID 83263
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Franklin | View Details |
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