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Challis Jail, Idaho: Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Challis Jail is a small detention facility located in Challis, Idaho. It primarily serves Custer County and houses short-term inmates and those awaiting court appearances.

Contact Information

Address: 801 Main Ave, Challis, ID 83226
Phone: (208) 879-2232
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Challis Jail, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. Due to the small size of the facility, they do not offer an online inmate search system.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours are subject to change. Please contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. They may have specific procedures in place for accepting funds for inmates.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Information about phone calls and video visitation options is not readily available. Please contact the facility directly for details on communication options for inmates.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the small size of the facility, information about specific inmate services and programs is limited. Contact the jail directly for details on any available services or programs.

History of the Facility

Information about the history of Challis Jail is not readily available. The facility serves as the primary detention center for Custer County, Idaho.

Security and Management Information

Challis Jail is managed by the Custer County Sheriff's Office. For specific information about security measures and management practices, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Challis Jail have certain legal and visitation rights. For detailed information about these rights, contact the facility or consult with a local attorney familiar with Idaho detention regulations.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes at Challis Jail follow standard procedures for small county jails. For specific details about these processes, please contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have in Challis Jail?

The list of allowed items may vary. Please contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on permitted items for inmates.

How can I post bail for an inmate at Challis Jail?

For information on posting bail, contact the Challis Jail directly or consult with a local bail bondsman familiar with Custer County procedures.

Are there medical services available for inmates at Challis Jail?

Basic medical services are likely available, but for specific information about medical care for inmates, please contact the facility directly.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Challis Jail. If you are have completed a Challis Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Challis Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Challis Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

PO Box 1130, Challis, ID, 83226

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 208-879-4400 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Challis Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Challis Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Challis Jail driving directions

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General Stats for Idaho

Idaho Total Number of Inmates

12,921

Idaho Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

27,418

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

449

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

5,967

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

673

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

727

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

86.02

7,459

Female

13.98

1,212

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

66.67

228

Detained

22.81

78

Diverted

10.53

36

Prisons and Jails in Idaho