Washington County Detention Center is a 710-bed jail based in Fayetteville, Washington County, Arkansas. You can reach them anytime for inmate information at 479-444-5830.
Arrested individuals, whether for misdemeanors or felonies, are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool allows you to access the facility's inmate roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Sentences longer than one year result in transfers to either the Arkansas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides all the information you need regarding inmate services, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It's important to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, contact Washington County Detention Center at 479-444-5830 for help.
Phone: 479-444-5830
Physical Address:
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
JailATM.com - Washington County Detention Center
500 Amity Rd, Ste 5B PMB 53
Conway, AR 72032
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
Washington County Detention Center
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Washington County Detention Center, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 479-444-5830 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Washington County Criminal Court Case or any other case in the state of Arkansas.
Washington County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Washington County Detention Center maintains an average of 710 offenders in custody on any given day. The Washington County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Washington County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 14,800 offenders.
The following charts of Washington County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Washington County Corrections Department, the state of Arkansas Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Washington County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Washington County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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The Washington County Detention Center in Arkansas has a design capacity of 710 beds, an operating capacity of around 585 detainees, and an average daily population of 705. A $60 million jail expansion proposal is currently in the hands of the Quorum Court, who will decide whether to put it to voters.
The Washington County Detention Center in Arkansas is located at 1155 West Clydesdale Drive, Fayetteville, AR 72701. The contact number is 479-444-5830. Visitation at the Washington County Detention Center in Arkansas is conducted through two methods: onsite video visits and visitation kiosks. Onsite video visits are limited to 30-45 minutes and inmates are allowed two per week. Visitation kiosks are free and available in the lobby of the detention center. Video visits cost $0.25 per minute, with a maximum of 30 minutes per visit, and all incarcerated individuals get one free video visit per week.
The Washington County Detention Center in Arkansas has been noted to have physical infrastructure issues, staffing levels and space issues, as well as overcrowding and understaffing problems. which is why they want the funds to expand. It is obvious to the Sheriff's Department that the jail is currently overcrowded, causing operational issues. There are plans to expand the jail by 230 beds due to covid-related issues, costing approximately $20 million.
To obtain information on someone who was in jail but has been released, contact the Washington County Sheriff's Office at 479-444-5830. To find current inmates you can also call them, or you can check out the online roster.
The Washington County Detention Center in Arkansas is unique for its self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard, with each pod having a central control station and a common room. It also offers classes conducted by on-site, state-licensed Special Education and Middle School teachers, as well as addressing overcrowding and understaffing problems through the Criminal Justice Coordinating Committee.
All of the answers to your questions regarding bail, phone calls, visiting an inmate, buying them commissary and sending them money is detailed in the sections below.
After arrest, individuals are processed at Washington County Detention Center, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Washington County Detention Center:
Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 479-444-5830.
If someone is taken to Washington County Detention Center in Fayetteville for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 479-444-5830.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Washington County, Arkansas, visit the Washington County Detention Center Bail FAQ page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
479-444-5830
Schedule Video Visits online with JailATM
VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Washington County Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Washington County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Washington County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Washington County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center?
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
479-444-5830
Schedule Video Visits online with JailATM
VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:30AM - 11:00AM 1:00PM - 3:15PM 7:00PM - 9:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Washington County Detention Center uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Washington County Detention Center first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
Washington County Detention Center
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Washington County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Washington County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Washington County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Washington County, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Washington County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Washington County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Washington County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
JailATM.com - Washington County Detention Center
500 Amity Rd, Ste 5B PMB 53
Conway, AR 72032
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
Washington County Detention Center
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Washington County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Washington County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
Washington County Detention Center
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Postcards
The Washington County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.
Envelopes
The Washington County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
JailATM.com - Washington County Detention Center
500 Amity Rd, Ste 5B PMB 53
Conway, AR 72032
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
Washington County Detention Center
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Washington County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Washington County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Detainee ID#
Washington County Detention Center
1155 W. Clydesdale Dr.
Fayetteville, AR 72701
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Washington County Detention Center.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Washington County Detention Center.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Washington County Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Washington County Detention Center has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Washington County Detention Center follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Washington County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Washington County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Washington County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Washington County Detention Center - Sending and Receiving Messages.
How It Works:
Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.
To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Washington County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Washington County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 479-444-5830 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Washington County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Washington County?
This facility, known as "Washington County Detention Center" is also known as Washington County Sheriff, Washington County Criminal Court, Washington County Detention Center , Washington County Detention Center , Arkansas, Washington.
