Inmate safety, communication or disability concerns? Contact our staff, 24 hours per day, at 564.397.2207.
Communication or disability concerns can also be emailed to our Effective Communication Coordinators at correctionsecc@clark.wa.gov. Please note this email is not monitored 24/7.
Building access safety
The following is in effect for all visitors to the Jail:
Jail Lobby hours of operation are Monday-Friday 8 -11:45 am and 12:45-4:30 pm. Closed on holidays.
All personal inmate visiting will be limited to online. At the Main Jail one (1) person may visit in the jail’s available lobby kiosks. For at home use, contact: https://www.gettingout.com/
Commissary and Telephone Kiosk access to place funds in an inmate’s account are available during Main Jail Lobby hours.
Inmate Public Records
NOTE: Only inmate information included on the Jail Register is open to the public. All other Inmate records are confidential and protected under RCW 70.48.100(2)(g) only releasable upon written permission of the person. Formerly incarcerated and current inmates can have access to their OWN records upon request.
Mission
The mission of the Department of Jail Services is to promote and maintain public safety through effective correctional and reentry practices. A safe, suitable jail facility for those housed in the jail as well as those who work and provide services in the jail continues to be the number one priority for this countywide service.
Re-entry
Jail Services connects people released from jail with community resources to reduce recidivism and promote healthier outcomes and safer communities in our county. The Re-entry Program has proven to be very successful for former inmates .
Partnerships
Partnerships with law enforcement agencies, various courts, the Sheriff's Office, specialized units within Jail Services and staff work together to provide safety and security of the facilities for staff, visitors and individuals in custody.