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Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of police detention and holding facilities in Washington. This page lists every active police-operated jail, holding facility, and lockup currently operating across Washington, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast and reliable access to accurate information about police-level detention. When a loved one is arrested by a local or municipal police department in Washington, they are typically taken to a police-operated facility first — before being transferred to a county jail. This directory helps you find exactly where they are being held and what steps to take next.
What Are Police Detention Facilities?
Police detention facilities — commonly called police lockups, holding cells, or police jails — are short-term detention facilities operated by local or municipal police departments. They hold individuals for 24 to 72 hours immediately following arrest while booking is completed, charges are filed, and bail arrangements are made.
Unlike county jails or state prisons, police facilities are not designed for long-term incarceration. If searching for a recently arrested loved one, they may still be at the police facility rather than a county jail, especially in the first 24 to 48 hours after arrest.
How Police Facilities Differ From Other Facilities
- Police Detention Facilities: Operated by local police. Hold individuals for 24-72 hours during booking and initial processing only.
- City Jails: Operated by municipal authorities for slightly longer-term detention including pretrial holding and short sentences.
- County Jails: Operated by the county sheriff's office for pretrial detainees and sentences under one year.
- State Prisons: Operated by Washington's DOC for felony offenses with sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
What Happens After Arrest in Washington
- Arrest and Transport: Individual is arrested and transported to the nearest police detention facility.
- Booking and Intake: Photographing, fingerprinting, health screening, belongings search, warrant review (takes several hours).
- Initial Holding: Placed in holding cell while charges are filed and case is reviewed by prosecutors.
- Arraignment/Bail Hearing: Within 24-72 hours, brought before a judge who sets bail or releases them.
- Transfer or Release: Either released or transferred to county jail to await trial.
Finding Someone in Police Detention in Washington
Browse the directory below to find the police facility in the area where the arrest took place and contact them directly. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search by name once booking is complete. Knowing the arrest location and the person's full legal name will help speed up your search.
Getting Bail
For minor charges, bail may be posted directly at the police facility using a standard bail schedule. For serious charges, bail is set at arraignment (within 24-72 hours). A bail bondsman can post bail for a 10-15% non-refundable fee.
Hiring a Lawyer
The period immediately following arrest is one of the most critical windows in the legal process. A criminal defense attorney can advise on rights during questioning, attend bail hearings, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling a Detainee
Phone access at police facilities is typically limited during initial booking. Once intake is complete, detainees can usually make a limited number of collect calls to notify family members or contact an attorney.
Visitation
Visitation at police detention facilities is typically very limited during the initial holding period. Most police lockups do not offer standard visitation. Regular visitation becomes available once transferred to a county jail.
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Police Station by County in Washington
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Washington has Police Station 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 Police Station 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.
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Browse the Complete List of Police Detention Facilities in Washington
The full directory of police detention and holding facilities in Washington is displayed below. Every active police-operated lockup, holding cell, and short-term detention facility is included. Each entry includes the facility name, operating police department, city, county, address, and contact information. Police detention facilities are the first point of contact in the criminal justice system — where booking, processing, and initial detention occur before any further transfer.
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Milton WA Police Jail
1000 Laurel St, Milton, WA 98354
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King; Pierce | View Details |
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Muckleshoot Indian Tribe WA Police Jail
39015 172nd Ave SE, Auburn, WA 98092
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King; Pierce | View Details |
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Bremerton WA Police Jail
1025 Burwell St, Bremerton, WA 98337
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribal WA Police Jail
31912 Little Boston Road NE, Kingston, WA 98346
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Port Orchard WA Police Jail
546 Bay St, Port Orchard, WA 98366
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Port Orchard WA Police Jail
546 Bay St, Port Orchard, WA 98366
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Poulsbo WA Police Jail
367 Northeast Hostmark, Poulsbo, WA 98370
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Suquamish WA Tribal Police Jail
18490 Suquamish Way, Suquamish, WA 98392
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Kitsap | View Details |
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Cle Elum-Roslyn-South Cle Elum WA County
Cle Elum, WA 98922, Cle Elum, WA 98922
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Kittitas | View Details |
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Ellensburg WA Police Jail
100 North Pearl St, Ellensburg, WA 98926
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Kittitas | View Details |
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Kittitas WA Police Jail
207 North Main St, Kittitas, WA 98934
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Kittitas | View Details |
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Bingen-White Salmon WA Police Jail
170 NW Lincoln St, White Salmon, WA 98672
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Klickitat | View Details |
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Goldendale WA Police Jail
1505 South Grant, Goldendale, WA 98620
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Klickitat | View Details |
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Jonesville VA Police Jail
One Park St., Jonesville, WA 24263
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Lee | View Details |
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Centralia WA Police Jail
118 West Maple St, Centralia, WA 98531
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Lewis | View Details |
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Chehalis WA Police Jail
350 North Market Blvd, Room 201, Chehalis, WA 98532
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Lewis | View Details |
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Morton WA Police Jail
250 Main Ave, Morton, WA 98356
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Lewis | View Details |
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Mossyrock WA Police Jail
231 East State St, Mossyrock, WA 98564
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Lewis | View Details |
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Napavine WA Police Jail
407 Birch Ave SW, Napavine, WA 98565
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Lewis | View Details |
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Toledo WA Police Jail
130 North 2nd St, Toledo, WA 98591
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Lewis | View Details |
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Vader WA Police Jail
317 8th St, Vader, WA 98593
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Lewis | View Details |
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Winlock WA Police Jail
323 NE First St, Winlock, WA 98596
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Lewis | View Details |
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Skokomish Tribal WA Police Jail
861 North Reservation Road, Skokomish Nation, WA 98584
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Mason | View Details |
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Squaxin Island WA Tribal Police Jail
10 SE Squaxin Lane, Shelton, WA 98584
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Mason | View Details |
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Brewster WA Police Jail
105 South 3rd St, Brewster, WA 98812
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Okanogan | View Details |
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