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Owyhee County Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Owyhee County Jail is a detention facility located in Murphy, Idaho. It serves Owyhee County and is operated by the Owyhee County Sheriff's Office.

Contact Information

Address: 20381 State Highway 78, Murphy, ID 83650
Phone: (208) 495-1154
Website: https://owyheecounty.net/departments/sheriff/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Owyhee County Jail, you can call the facility directly at (208) 495-1154. Provide the inmate's full name and date of birth if possible.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours may vary. It's recommended to 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 will provide you with the most current methods for depositing funds into an inmate's account.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls. For specific information about phone services and any available video visitation options, please contact the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information about specific inmate services and programs is limited. Contact the jail for details on available educational, vocational, or rehabilitative programs.

Security and Management Information

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

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal and visitation rights. For specific information about these rights at Owyhee County Jail, it's best to consult with the jail administration or a legal professional familiar with Idaho corrections policies.

Booking and Release Process

For information about the booking and release processes at Owyhee County Jail, please contact the facility directly. Procedures may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Allowed items may vary. Contact the jail directly for a current list of permitted items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

Mail can typically be sent to the jail's address with the inmate's name clearly written. Contact the jail for specific mailing instructions.

What are the bail procedures?

Bail procedures can vary. Contact the jail or a local bail bondsman for information on posting bail for an inmate.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

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

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

20381 Highway 78 PO Box 128, Murphy, ID, 83650

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 208-495-1154 .

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 Owyhee County 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.

Owyhee County Jail 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.

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Owyhee County 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