Garfield County Jail

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Garfield County Jail Information

The Garfield County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Whitman County Jail 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 Whitman County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Washington State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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 Whitman County Jail at 509-397-5585 to get it.

Phone: 509-397-5585

Physical Address:
Garfield County Jail
Pomeroy, WA

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Garfield County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Garfield County Jail, 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 509-397-5585 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Criminal Court cases for people who have been arrested in Garfield County or any county in the state of Washington. You can either look up the case by the person's name or the case number. Go here if you want to look up an offender's Court Date at any of the courts in Garfield County or any court in Washington.

Garfield County Jail Inmate Search

The Garfield County Jail maintains an average of offenders in custody on any given day. The Garfield County Jail 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 Garfield County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,000 offenders.

The following charts of Garfield 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 Garfield County Corrections Department, the state of Washington Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Garfield 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 Garfield 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 Garfield County Jail

The Garfield County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Whitman County Jail 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 Whitman County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Washington State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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 Whitman County Jail at 509-397-5585 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Garfield County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Garfield County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Garfield County Jail:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Garfield County Jail at 509-397-5585.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Garfield County

After being arrested and booked into Garfield County Jail in , the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 509-397-5585 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Garfield County can facilitate the process.
  • Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Garfield County, Washington, visit the Garfield County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Garfield County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Garfield County Jail
Pomeroy, WA
509-397-5585

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 509-397-5585 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 509-397-5585 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 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 Garfield County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Garfield County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Garfield County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 509-397-5585 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail?

How Do Inmates in Garfield County Jail Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Garfield County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • Garfield County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678
  • Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Garfield County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Garfield 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 Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail, and what can I send them?

Garfield County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Garfield County Jail 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 Garfield County Jail 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#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111



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 Garfield County Jail 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 Garfield County Jail 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#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111

Garfield County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Garfield County Jail 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 Garfield County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111


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 Garfield County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Depositing Money in an Inmate's Commissary Account at Garfield County Jail

Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Garfield County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail

  • Bring money to the jail in person. 
  • The jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment. Cash or Money Order only.

Option 2 - 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.
  • Never send cash. Always send a Money Order or Cashier's Check from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
  • Make the Money Order out to the inmate and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.

Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Whitman County Jail
411 N. Mill Street
Colfax, WA 99111

Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 509-397-5585 to ask any questions about this.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Garfield County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Garfield County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Garfield County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 509-397-5585 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Garfield County

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

Garfield County County Jails
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Other Jails Nearby

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

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