Skagit County Jail

County Jail

Last Updated: May 28, 2024
Address
600 S 3rd St, Mount Vernon, WA 98273
Beds
275
County
Skagit
Phone
360-336-9448
Fax
360-336-9390
Email
skagitjail@co.skagit.wa.us

Skagit 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.

The phone carrier is Securus Tech®, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is JPay. There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

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

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You can support your loved ones at Skagit Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 360-336-9448.

When someone you care about gets locked up, it's tough to figure out all the ins and outs of jail life. From sending mail to visiting, there are a lot of things to sort out. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get a handle on how things work here so that you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Skagit Co Jail is a detention center located at 600 S 3rd St Mount Vernon, WA which is operated locally by the Skagit County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Skagit County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Mount Vernon Police Department, and the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees arrive at the jail regularly, with some being released on bail, placed under pretrial services caseloads, supervised by probation agencies, or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who are not released await their court appearances at the jail, receiving accommodations including bedding and meals. You can see all the arrest records for Washington here.

The Skagit County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division operates around the clock, ensuring the safe and secure housing of inmates under its custody. The division comprises 52 Corrections Deputies, 10 Corrections Sergeants, and 1 Lieutenant. In addition to in-house responsibilities, the staff manages inmate movements for court appearances, medical appointments, and other necessary outings. The Corrections Division also handles peripheral duties such as Medical Liaison, Jail Billing, Court Security, and the Jail Alternatives Program, which offers alternatives to standard incarceration for qualifying individuals. These alternatives include Work Release, Community Service Work, and Electronic Home Monitoring. A civilian Court Coordinator facilitates the resolution of cases involving multiple charges from multiple jurisdictions.

Mail for inmates should be addressed to the inmate's name, c/o Skagit County Jail, 201 Suzanne Lane, Mount Vernon, Washington 98273. Up to two pictures can be sent per mailing, provided they do not depict obscene or sexually explicit content, gang signs, racist or inflammatory messages, or have any attachments like tape or glue. Polaroid pictures are not allowed. Items that can be sent to inmates include a letter, two photographs, and a plain greeting card, all of which must not contain glitter, stickers, perfume, lipstick, or tape. Money orders or cashier’s checks made out to Skagit County Jail can also be sent, but no paint or crayons are allowed. Material printed off the internet or pages from books cannot be sent. The size limitation for mailed items is no larger than a legal-sized envelope.

Inmates can receive soft-cover paperback books mailed directly from Amazon, provided they arrive from USPS, FedEx, or UPS. Inmates are allowed only one book at a time in their cell; additional books will be stored and can be exchanged. Prohibited items include sexually explicit material, instructions for criminal activity, advocacy of violence or overthrow of authority, martial arts or self-defense instructions, and material promoting hate or violence against groups or classes.

Writing materials, clothing, and books cannot be brought or sent to inmates. These items can be purchased through the commissary, with family and friends able to purchase items from the commissary vendor for delivery to the inmate. Food cannot be brought to inmates, as they receive nutritionally balanced meals three times daily and can purchase snacks through the commissary. Money can be deposited for inmates via the kiosk in the jail lobby, mailed money orders, or online via JPay. Personal checks are not accepted.

Notary services are not provided by the jail; inmates must arrange these services through their attorney. The inmate's first court appearance is scheduled for the first working day following their arrest. Additional court dates are not tracked by the jail and must be obtained by contacting the court. An Investigative Hold, or 72-hour hold, allows the arresting agency time to investigate and file charges. Bail is held by the court until the case concludes, and if the defendant fails to appear, the bail may be forfeited. The entire bail amount must be paid in cash or via credit card at the kiosk, with bail bond agencies available for assistance if the bail is bondable.

The jail cannot recommend a bail bondsman or provide advice on bail. For family emergencies, inmate release must be arranged through an attorney and approved by a judge. To find out who an inmate's attorney is, contact the Public Defender’s Office or the inmate directly. Inmate transfer information is not released to the public for security reasons. Requirements and application procedures for Jail Alternative Programs are posted on the Jail Alternatives website. Early release of inmates is not permitted. Inmates cannot release personal items to others, with exceptions requiring approval by the Shift Supervisor.

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 Skagit 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

Video visits must be scheduled when the inmate is on their scheduled time out of cells. See the schedule for specifics.

If the visit is not scheduled during time out, it will not be allowed and no refund will be provided.

Jail canceled visits: Visits are subject to change or cancellation based on operational needs and inmate movement within the jail. For example, if an inmate is moved to a new housing unit their visit may need to be rescheduled in their new unit. Every effort will be made to try and accommodate previously scheduled visits; however, this may not always be possible. Visitors will be notified by email ahead of time if their visit has been cancelled.

ONSITE video visitation:

  • 1 time per week per inmate
  • You can schedule an appointment on-line or at the SCCJC lobby
  • Minors (under 18 years of age) must be supervised by an approved adult during the
    entire duration of the visit.
  • Anyone appearing to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol will not be allowed to visit
  • All visitors must wear appropriate clothing including shoes and shirts.
  • Staff, at their discretion, may refuse a visit due to inappropriate dress or conduct while visiting

To be eligible for an OFFSITE video visitation you must:

Offsite visitors must provide their own equipment and the necessary internet connections to participate in video visiting

Minors (under 18 years of age) will not be approved for visitation accounts and must be supervised by an approved adult during the entire duration of the visit

The following is prohibited during video visits:

  • Any display of nudity
  • Behavior or actions that are sexual in nature
  • Use or display of any weapons, drugs, alcohol, or related paraphernalia, including marijuana
  • Activity or display of graphics/paraphernalia associated with any Security Threat Group
  • Unlawful activity or depiction of unlawful activity
  • Recording/filming of the visit or visit participants by the visitor(s) or any third party

A visitor who engages in prohibited conduct may be suspended or terminated from video visiting privileges. Allowing an individual who is not an approved visitor to participate in video visiting may also be grounds for suspension, revocation or termination.

All video visits will be recorded, and designated employees will monitor live and recorded video visits for compliance with policy and facility rules

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