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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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Liberty Lake WA Police Jail
23127 East Mission Ave, Liberty Lake, WA 99019
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Spokane | View Details |
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Spokane Valley WA Police Jail
12710 East Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, WA 99216
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Spokane | View Details |
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Spokane WA Police Jail
1100 West Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA 99260
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Spokane | View Details |
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Chewelah WA Police Jail
301 East Clay, Chewelah, WA 99109
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Stevens | View Details |
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Colville WA Police Jail
147 East Astor Ave, Colville, WA 99114
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Stevens | View Details |
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Kettle Falls WA Police Jail
415 Larch St, Kettle Falls, WA 99141
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Stevens | View Details |
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Lacey WA Police Jail
420 College St SE, Lacey, WA 98503
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Thurston | View Details |
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Nisqually Tribal WA Police Jail
4820 She-Nah-Num Drive South East, Olympia, WA 98513
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Thurston | View Details |
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Olympia WA Police Jail
601 Fourth Ave East, Olympia, WA 98507
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Thurston | View Details |
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Tumwater WA Police Jail
555 Israel Road SW, Tumwater, WA 98501
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Thurston | View Details |
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Washington State Patrol Police Jail
PO Box 42600, Olympia, WA 98504
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Thurston | View Details |
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Yelm WA Police Jail
206 Mckenzie Ave SE, Yelm, WA 98597
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Thurston | View Details |
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College Place WA Police Jail
625 South College Ave, College Place, WA 99324
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Walla Walla | View Details |
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Walla Walla WA Police Jail
54 East Moore St, Walla Walla, WA 99362
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Walla Walla | View Details |
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Bellingham WA Police Jail
505 Grand Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Blaine WA Police Jail
322 H St, Blaine, WA 98230
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Ferndale WA Police Jail
5640 Third Ave, Ferndale, WA 98248
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Lummi Tribal WA Police Jail
2616 Kwina Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Lynden WA Police Jail
203 19th St, Lynden, WA 98264
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Nooksack Indian Tribe WA Police Jail
5016 Deming Road, Deming, WA 98244
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Sumas WA Police Jail
433 Cherry St, Sumas, WA 98295
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Whatcom | View Details |
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Colfax WA Police Jail
400 Mill St, Colfax, WA 99111
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Whitman | View Details |
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Oakesdale WA Police Jail
PO Box 246, Oakesdale, WA 99158
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Whitman | View Details |
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Palouse WA Police Jail
East 120 Main St, Palouse, WA 99161
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Whitman | View Details |
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Pullman WA Police Jail
260 SE Kamiaken St, Pullman, WA 99163
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Whitman | View Details |
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