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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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Gig Harbor WA Police Jail
3510 Grandview St, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
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Pierece | View Details |
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Anacortes WA Police Jail
1218 24th St, Anacortes, WA 98221
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Skagit | View Details |
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Burlington WA Police Jail
311 Cedar St, Suite B, Burlington, WA 98233
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Skagit | View Details |
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Mount Vernon WA Police Jail
1805 Continental Place, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
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Skagit | View Details |
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Sedro-Woolley WA Police Jail
325 Metcalf St, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
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Skagit | View Details |
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Swinomish WA Police Jail
17353 Reservation Road, La Conner, WA 98257
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Skagit | View Details |
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Arlington WV Police Jail
238 North Olympic Ave, Arlington, WA 98223
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Brier WA Police Jail
2901 228th St SW, Brier, WA 98036
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Edmonds WA Police Jail
250 5th Ave North, Edmonds, WA 98020
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Everett WA Police Jail
3002 Wetmore Ave, Everett, WA 98201
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Granite Falls WA Police Jail
205 South Granite Ave, Granite Falls, WA 98252
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Lake Stevens WA Police Jail
2211 Grade Road, Lake Stevens, WA 98258
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Lynnwood WA Police Jail
19321 44th Ave West, Lynnwood, WA 98036
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Mill Creek WA Police Jail
15728 Main St, Mill Creek, WA 98012
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Monroe WA Police Jail
818 West Main St, Monroe, WA 98272
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Mountlake WA Police Jail
5906 232nd St South West, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Mukilteo WA Police Jail
10500 47th Place West, Mukilteo, WA 98275
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Sauk-Suiattle WA Tribal Police Jail
5318 Chief Brown Lane, Darrington, WA 98241
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Snohomish WA Police Jail
230 Maple Ave, Snohomish, WA 98290
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Stanwood Police Jail
8727 271st St NW, Stanwood, WA 98292
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Sultan WA Police Jail
515 Main St, Sultan, WA 98294
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Tulalip WA Tribal Police Jail
6103 31st Ave NE #A, Tulalip, WA 98271
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Snohomish | View Details |
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Airway Heights WA Police Jail
1307 South Ziegler St, Airway Heights, WA 99001
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Spokane | View Details |
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Cheney WA Police Jail
215 "G" St, Cheney, WA 99004
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Spokane | View Details |
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Kalispel Tribal WA Police Jail
934 South Garfield Road, Airway Heights, WA 99001
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Spokane | View Details |
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