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This page lists all 67 county jails in Washington. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About County Jails in Washington
Understanding county jails in the Washington
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Washington. This page lists every active county-level detention facility operating across Washington, providing families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, social workers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about county-level incarceration. County jails are often the first longer-term facility a person is sent to after initial arrest and police booking, making this directory essential for anyone trying to locate a recently arrested loved one.
What Are County Jails and How Do They Work?
County jails in Washington are local correctional facilities operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections. They serve as the primary point of longer-term detention for individuals awaiting trial, unable to make bail, or serving shorter sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The county jail system is decentralized — each county operates its own facility tailored to its population size, court system, and law enforcement needs. This means county jails vary significantly in size, capacity, programming, and conditions.
How County Jails Differ From Other Facilities
- County Jails: Operated by sheriff's office. Hold pretrial detainees, those unable to make bail, misdemeanor sentences under one year.
- City/Municipal Jails: Operated by city police. Shorter holds immediately after arrest before county transfer.
- Police Lockups: Short-term holding (24-72 hours) during initial booking and processing.
- State Prisons: Operated by Washington's DOC for felony sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
Types of County Correctional Facilities
- County Jail: Standard county detention facility serving the general pretrial and sentenced misdemeanor population.
- County Correctional Center: Larger facility with expanded programming, multiple housing units, and specialized services.
- County Detention Center: Often houses higher proportion of pretrial detainees or federal contract inmates.
- County Work Release Center: Minimum-security allowing day employment with evening return.
- County Medical/Mental Health Facility: Specialized units for inmates requiring ongoing medical or mental health care.
- County Honor Farm: Minimum-security where inmates perform outdoor work assignments.
How to Use This Directory
- Browse the full directory of all county jails in Washington by scrolling below.
- Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific county.
- Switch states using the state selector to load county jails in any other US state.
- Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and inmate search.
- Locate an inmate using the search feature on any facility page or our main inmate locator.
Finding an Inmate in a County Jail
County jails maintain their own inmate databases, and most offer online inmate lookup tools through the county sheriff's website. The fastest way to find someone is to identify the county where they were arrested using the directory below, then visit that facility's dedicated page to use the inmate search feature. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all county jails simultaneously.
Visitation
Policies vary considerably — some jails offer in-person contact visits, others have non-contact or video visitation only. Check visitation rules for the specific facility before planning a visit. Click any facility to view its complete visitation guidelines.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only from pre-approved numbers. Your number must be registered with the facility's phone provider and a prepaid account funded. Read our calling guide for complete setup instructions.
Getting Bail
Once bail is set at arraignment, pay it directly to the county jail or court, or work with a licensed bail bondsman who will post bail for a fee of 10-15% of the total amount.
Programs Available
Larger county jails typically offer GED and literacy programs, substance abuse counseling, religious services, and sometimes vocational training. Program availability varies significantly by facility size and resources.
Sheriff's Role
In most counties, the sheriff's office operates and manages the county jail. The sheriff is accountable for safe, humane, and legally compliant operation, including staffing, programming, medical services, and state/federal compliance.
Release & Reentry
Release can happen through bail, sentence completion, dismissal of charges, or court order. The transition back to daily life requires planning for employment, family reconnection, court-ordered supervision, and financial stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
County Jails by County in Washington
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Filter County Jails by County
Washington has County 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 County Jails in a specific county within Washington. 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 County Jails in Washington
Complete listing of county jails
Browse the Complete List of County Jails in Washington
The full directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Washington is displayed below. Every active county-operated detention facility is included in this listing. Each entry includes the facility name, operating county, location, address, security classification, and contact information. County jails are operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections and serve as the primary detention facility for the county's pretrial population and sentenced misdemeanor offenders.
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Grays Harbor County WA Jail
100 West Broadway, Suite 3
PO Box 630, Montesano, WA 98563
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Grays Harbor | View Details |
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Island County Jail
503 North Main St, Coupeville, WA 98239
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Island | View Details |
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Island County Juvenile Detention
501 North Main St, Coupeville, WA 98239
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Island | View Details |
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Jefferson County WA Jail
79 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339
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Jefferson | View Details |
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King County & Kent Regional Justice Center (KCCF)
620 W James St, Kent, WA 98032
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King | View Details |
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King County WA Jail - Seattle Division (KCCF)
500 Fifth Ave
PO Box 34987, Seattle, WA 98124-4987
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King | View Details |
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King County WA Youth Service Center
1211 East Alder Ave, Seattle, WA 98122
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King | View Details |
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Redmond Booking Facility
8701 160th Ave Northeast, Redmond, WA 98052
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King | View Details |
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Kitsap County Juvenile Detention Facility
1338 Southwest Old Clifton Road, Port Orchard, WA 98367
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Kitsap County WA Jail
614 Division St MS-33, Port Orchard, WA 98366
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Kittitas County WA Jail
205 West Fifth Ave
Suite 1, Ellensburg, WA 98926-2887
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Kittitas | View Details |
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Klickitat County Jail
205 South Columbus Ave
MS-CH-6, Goldendale, WA 98620
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Klickitat | View Details |
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Lewis County WA Jail
28 SW Chehalis Ave, Chehalis, WA 98532
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Lewis | View Details |
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Lewis County WA Juvenile Facility
1255 Southwest Pacific Ave
360 Northwest North St, MSJUV01, ...
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Lewis | View Details |
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Lincoln County WA Jail
404 Sinclair St
PO Box 367, Davenport, WA 99122
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Lincoln | View Details |
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Mason County WA Jail
411 N 4th St, Shelton, WA 98584
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Mason | View Details |
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Mason County WA Juvenile Detention Facility
322 N 3rd St, Shelton, WA 98584
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Mason | View Details |
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Okanogan County WA Jail
149 4th Ave N, Okanogan, WA 98840
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Okanogan | View Details |
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Okanogan County WA Juvenile Detention Facility
237 4th Ave North
2nd Floor
PO Box 432, Okanogan, WA 98840
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Okanogan | View Details |
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Pacific County WA Jail
300 Memorial Dr
PO Box 27, South Bend, WA 98586
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Pacific | View Details |
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Pend Oreille County Corrections
331 S Garden Ave, Newport, WA 99156
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Pend Oreille | View Details |
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Pierce County WA Detention & Corrections Center
910 Tacoma Ave S, Tacoma, WA 98402
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Pierce | View Details |
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Pierce County WA Juvenile Detention Facility
5501 6th Ave, Tacoma, WA 98406
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Pierce | View Details |
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San Juan County WA Jail
96 Second St
PO Box 669, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
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San Juan | View Details |
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Skagit County WA Jail
600 South Third St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
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Skagit | View Details |
County Jails in Other States
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