Island County Jail

County Jail

Last Updated: October 23, 2024
Address
503 N Main St, Coupeville, WA 98239
Beds
58
County
Island
Phone
360-679-7317
Fax
360-679-7371
Email
j.briones@islandcountywa.gov
Mailing Address
1 NE 7th St, Coupeville, WA 98239

Island Co Jail is for County Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County - medium facility.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

Satellite View of Island County Jail

You can support your loved ones at Island Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 360-679-7317.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Island County Jail. From visitation guidelines to contacting jail staff, we're here to support you as you navigate this challenging time. Take a look around and let us help you understand how to best support your family member or friend in custody.

The Island Co Jail, located at 503 N Main St in Coupeville, WA, is a secure detention center operated by the Island County Sheriff's Office. This facility primarily houses individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, typically for less than two years. It accepts inmates from various jurisdictions, including surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service, and the Coupeville Police Department.

New detainees are regularly admitted to the jail, with some being released on bail or placed under pretrial services caseloads. Others await their court appearances at the facility, receiving necessary accommodations such as bedding and meals. View all arrest records here.

Individuals who do not post bail within the first twenty-four hours are required to appear before a judge. During this first appearance, conducted either in person or via telephone, the judge informs the arrested person of the charges against them and sets the bond amount.

Following the intake process, which includes property inventory, medical screening, and booking, inmates are assigned to the general population. Housing assignments are based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, to ensure proper management and safety within the facility.

After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.

The jail is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. The environment in the county jail is considered less stressful than that of a prison because the sentences are much shorter.

The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Washington. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Island County Jail.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

Visitors are expected to understand facility rules before coming to visit. Failure to adhere to facility visit rules may result in visit suspension for up to one year. Inmates are permitted one 30-minute visit per the schedule below.

  • Wednesday 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., last names A through M
  • Thursday 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., last names N through Z
  • Saturday 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., last names A through M
  • Sunday 1:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., last names N through Z

Visitors coming from outside of Whidbey Island are permitted one, 45-minute visit. Inmates are only permitted one visit per session. Visitors coming from off the island should coordinate their visit times with the in-custody inmate as inmates are permitted only one visit session per day.

Facility Access

  • Photo Identification is required to be processed to visit an inmate.

  • Minors under age 18 may visit only if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
  • Upon entering the Island County Jail, please complete a visitation form and submit it to the Main Control Deputy with photo identification.
  • Electronic devices such as mobile phones, iPad,s and laptop computers are not permitted in the visiting area and should be left in your vehicle or secured in a locker before you visit.
  • Visitors will be processed into the visit area when the inmate is brought to the visit booth.
  • Animals are not permitted in the lobby or visitation area.
  • There will be no visitation on county holidays.

Dress standards are necessary to ensure the safety and security of visitors, and inmates and to promote a positive environment. Please wear clothing that is conservative in nature in order to maintain a respectful visiting environment and ensure processing time is kept to a minimum. The Lieutenant or Supervisor on shift will make the final determination regarding the appropriateness of any clothing, footwear, or accessories.

In the event an emergency should arise, clothing that resembles inmate clothing (e.g., orange shirts, orange pants, orange sweatpants and sweatshirts) or department uniforms is not allowed.

For those interested in more details, please check out the Inmate Rule Book English (PDF) and the Inmate Rule Book Spanish (PDF).

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