Bannock County Detention Center

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Bannock County Detention Center Information

The Bannock County Detention Center is a 330 bed jail in the city of Pocatello, Bannock County, Idaho. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 208-236-7125.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Idaho State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 208-236-7125, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Bannock County Detention Center at 208-236-7125 to get it.

Phone: 208-236-7125

Physical Address:
5800 S. 5th Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83204

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Bannock County Detention Center
P.O. Box 4666
Pocatello, ID 83205

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Bannock County Detention Center
P.O. Box 4666
Pocatello, ID 83205

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Bannock County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Bannock 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 208-236-7125 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Bannock County Criminal Court Case information online, as well as for all other Idaho county court cases.

Bannock County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Bannock County Detention Center maintains an average of 330 offenders in custody on any given day. The Bannock 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 Bannock County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,080 offenders.

The following charts of Bannock 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 Bannock County Corrections Department, the state of Idaho Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Bannock 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 Bannock 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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About the Bannock County Detention Center

The Bannock County Detention Center in Idaho has a rated capacity of 330 inmates.

According to the Sheriff, the facility had a capacity of 253 beds when it was first built in 1994, but then made some changes, which included double bunking some cells to increase the current capacity to its present level. Prior to that they got by with a 72 bed jail that was built in 1955.

The Bannock County Jail is located at 5800 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, Idaho, 83204. You can contact them by phone at 208-236-7125.

The mailing address for inmates is Inmate's full name, C/O Bannock County Detention Center, P.O. Box 4666, Pocatello, ID 83205. Full mail instructions can be found here.

The Bannock County Detention Center allows for video visits with Securus Technologies.  The full schedule can be found below or on our Visitation Page.

You can search for specific inmates using online inmate search tools.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What is the booking process for the Bannock County Detention Center?

After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Bannock County Detention Center for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.

The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.

These are the steps of booking someone into the Bannock County Detention Center:

  • Personal identification.
  • Mugshot(s).
  • Questions about medical history, mental health, drug and alcohol use, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA.
  • Full body search.
  • Property forfeiture.
  • Free phone call.

Booking can take as little as an hour, or up to 48 hours on a busy weekend or holiday evening, or if the offender is violent, wasted or generally uncooperative. If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 208-236-7125.

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Directions / Map to the Bannock County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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When an offender is arrested and brought to the Bannock County Detention Center in Pocatello for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.

1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Bannock County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail.  Call 208-236-7125 to get the exact amount.

The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.

  • If can be paid by cash, money order or credit card.
  • It can be paid using a bail company, licensed to do business in Bannock County.
  • It can be paid by using a residential property in the county as collateral. 

For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Bannock County Idaho, check out the Bannock County Detention Center Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Bannock County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

5800 S. 5th Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83204
208-236-7125

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
  • The Inmate Handbook on pages 14-16 outlines some restrictions on these tims, based upon the Pod the Inmate is in.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
MONDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
TUESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM


Bannock County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $7.50 for a 30 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
MONDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
TUESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 208-236-7125 for questions or appointments.

Bannock County Detention Center uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Bannock County Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Bannock County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center?

Bannock County Detention Center ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

5800 S. 5th Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83204
208-236-7125

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per day however the weekly limit is determined by the inmates classification.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
  • The Inmate Handbook on pages 14-16 outlines some restrictions on these tims, based upon the Pod the Inmate is in.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
MONDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
TUESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM


Bannock County Detention Center REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Remote visits are charged a fee of $7.50 for a 30 minute visit.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.

REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
MONDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
TUESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
WEDNESDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
THURSDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
FRIDAY 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 6:30 AM - 11:00 AM
12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:

9:00 AM - 10:00 PM

  • Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
  • Attorneys may call 208-236-7125 for questions or appointments.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Bannock County Detention Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Bannock County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Bannock County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Idaho, then select Bannock County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Bannock County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Bannock County Detention Center

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Bannock County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Bannock County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

Bannock County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Bannock 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 Bannock 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 & Inmate ID #
Bannock County Detention Center
P.O. Box 4666
Pocatello, ID 83205



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Bannock County Detention Center
P.O. Box 4666
Pocatello, ID 83205



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the 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 Bannock County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Bannock County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. 
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 & Inmate ID #
Bannock County Detention Center
P.O. Box 4666
Pocatello, ID 83205

Bannock County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Bannock County Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Bannock County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Bannock County Detention Center
P.O. Box 4666
Pocatello, ID 83205


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Bannock County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Bannock County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select Idaho, then select Bannock County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Bannock County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Bannock County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bannock County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Bannock 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 Bannock County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 208-236-7125 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Bannock County Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Bannock County

What are the other City and County Jails in Bannock County?

Bannock County County Jails
Bannock County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Bannock County?

Bannock Oneida Power Franklin Caribou Bingham
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Search for an Inmate in Bannock County

This facility, known as "Bannock County Detention Center" is also known as Bannock County Jail, Bannock County Jail, Idaho, Bannock.