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Bannock County Detention Center Guide

Overview of the Facility

The Bannock County Detention Center is a correctional facility located in Pocatello, Idaho. It serves as the primary jail for Bannock County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Bannock County Detention Center, you can use the online inmate search tool provided on the Bannock County Sheriff's Office website or call the facility directly.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation at the Bannock County Detention Center is conducted through video visitation. Visitors must schedule appointments in advance. For the most up-to-date visitation schedule and procedures, please contact the facility directly or check their website.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through the following methods:

  • Online: JailATM
  • Kiosk: Available in the lobby of the detention center
  • Mail: Money orders can be sent to the facility address

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates have access to telephones for outgoing calls. Video visitation is available for scheduled visits. For more information on phone services and video options, please contact the facility directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Bannock County Detention Center offers various programs and services to inmates, which may include:

  • Educational programs
  • Religious services
  • Medical and mental health services
  • Substance abuse counseling

Security and Management Information

The Bannock County Detention Center is managed by the Bannock County Sheriff's Office. The facility employs trained correctional officers and staff to maintain security and order within the detention center.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at the Bannock County Detention Center have the right to legal counsel and visitation. Attorney visits are typically conducted separately from regular visitation and may have different procedures. For specific information on legal rights and visitation policies, please contact the facility directly.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. Release procedures may vary depending on the circumstances of the inmate's detention and court orders. For specific information about booking or release, please contact the detention center.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Inmates are typically allowed to have approved personal hygiene items, writing materials, and some reading materials. The specific list of allowed items may change, so it's best to check with the facility for current regulations.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it to their full name, inmate ID number (if known), and the facility's address. All mail is subject to inspection and must comply with facility guidelines.

What are the visiting hours?

Visiting hours may vary and are subject to change. It's best to contact the facility directly or check their website for the most up-to-date visitation schedule and procedures.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Bannock County Detention Center. If you are have completed a Bannock County Detention Center 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 Bannock County Detention Center 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 Bannock County Detention Center. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

137 South 5th Avenue, Pocatello, ID, 83205

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 208-236-7116 .

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 Bannock County Detention Center, 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.

Bannock County Detention Center Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

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Bannock County Detention Center 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