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Owyhee County, Idaho | Sheriff and Jail Information
Owyhee County Jail Roster: Inmate Search & Booking Records
Need to find someone in the Owyhee County Jail? The Owyhee County Sheriff’s Office maintains an official inmate roster that helps families, attorneys, and residents check custody information. The jail is located in Murphy, Idaho, and serves Owyhee County communities including Homedale, Marsing, Grand View, Bruneau, and surrounding areas.
This guide explains where to find the roster, how to understand booking and release information, what to do when an inmate is not listed, and how to arrange visitation, phone communication, commissary deposits, and other jail services.
View Official Jail Roster Open Roster PDFMurphy, ID 83650
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How to Search the Owyhee County Jail Roster
The Sheriff’s Office publishes a roster titled “Current Inmate Booking & Rel. List, by Name.” It is available through the county’s official jail webpage.
This is a downloadable roster report rather than a traditional interactive search database. The report shows inmates’ names, booking numbers, and available release information.
Step-by-Step Inmate Lookup
- Visit the Sheriff’s Office website. Open the official Owyhee County Jail page.
- Find the jail roster link. Select “View the Jail Roster” near the top of the page.
- Open the PDF. Your browser may display the roster directly or download it.
- Search by name. Use Ctrl+F on Windows or Command+F on Mac. On mobile, use your PDF viewer’s search option.
- Review the booking number. Record the booking identifier, which can help staff distinguish people with similar names.
- Check release fields. Look for any available next-release or final-release information.
- Verify custody. Call the jail if the report is outdated or the information is needed immediately.
Owyhee County Jail Bookings and Arrest Records
Owyhee County Jail is operated under the authority of the Owyhee County Sheriff. The jail handles local detention and court-ordered confinement. It also works with law enforcement and court authorities regarding custody matters.
The publicly posted roster provides basic information. It should not be mistaken for a complete booking history or criminal case report.
| Information | Availability and Meaning |
|---|---|
| Inmate name | Names listed on the Sheriff’s Office custody report. |
| Booking number | Identifier associated with the booking record. |
| Next release | Scheduled release information if supplied. |
| Final release | Release-related information, which may be blank or masked. |
| Booking date | Not necessarily shown on the public PDF. |
| Criminal charges | Not included as a standard column in the reviewed report. |
| Bond amount | Not listed as a standard column in the reviewed report. |
| Mugshot | Not included in the reviewed PDF roster. |
How to Check Recent Bookings
- Open the current jail roster and check its report date.
- Locate the person’s name and booking number.
- Contact the jail for the admission date or other booking details not displayed in the PDF.
- Use Idaho’s official court search portal for public criminal case information.
- Request any additional available records through the Sheriff’s Office.
What If an Inmate Is Not on the Owyhee County Roster?
Someone arrested in Owyhee County may not immediately appear in the county’s published roster. There are several possible explanations, including release, transfer, recent booking, or detention by another agency.
Where to Check Next
- Call the county jail. Ask staff whether the individual is currently detained or was recently transferred.
- Confirm the arresting agency. If the arrest occurred near Homedale, Marsing, Grand View, or another community, contact the responsible law enforcement agency when appropriate.
- Check Idaho state correctional records. Search the Idaho Department of Correction Resident/Client Search for individuals under state correctional jurisdiction.
- Search court information. Visit Idaho’s official court records search to look for available case and hearing information.
The Idaho Department of Correction locator does not replace the county jail roster. It covers people under IDOC jurisdiction, including certain prison, probation, and parole records.
Owyhee County Jail Mugshots and Booking Photos
The official Owyhee County jail roster reviewed for this guide does not display inmate booking photographs. It primarily contains inmate names, booking numbers, and release-related fields.
If you need a booking photograph or official arrest documentation, contact the Sheriff’s Office to determine whether the requested record is maintained and may legally be disclosed.
Requesting Available Booking Records
- Open the Owyhee County Sheriff Public Records Request Form.
- Complete the requester name, mailing address, and contact information.
- Describe the record needed, including the person’s name, incident date, and case number if available.
- Submit the request by the method provided on the official form.
- Follow up with the records office if clarification is requested.
The county’s request form provides an email submission option at twbailey@co.owyhee.id.us and fax number 208-495-1259. Confirm current contact details before submitting sensitive information.
The form explains that requests must be in writing and that response timing depends on availability and applicable Idaho public records procedures. Fees may apply to extensive requests.
How to Check Owyhee County Jail Release Dates
The official roster includes fields labeled “Next Release” and “Final Release.” However, the information may be absent, masked, or otherwise incomplete.
Release dates can change because of additional court proceedings, new holds, outstanding warrants, or sentence calculations.
- Find the inmate on the newest official roster.
- Check whether release information is displayed.
- Use the booking number when asking jail staff for clarification.
- Contact the court for questions about sentencing or court-ordered conditions.
- Confirm the person’s actual release status directly with the jail.
Do not treat an empty release field as proof that the person has no scheduled release date.
Owyhee County Jail Visitation Rules
Owyhee County Jail conducts regular inmate visitation through video kiosks. Visitors can use kiosks in the Sheriff’s Office lobby or connect remotely using a computer or smartphone.
The jail uses CTEL and InmateSales for visitation scheduling.
| Visit type | Video visitation |
|---|---|
| Service provider | CTEL / InmateSales |
| Advance booking | At least 24 hours before the visit |
| Maximum advance window | One week |
| Visit locations | Sheriff’s Office lobby kiosks or remote connection |
| Scheduling support | 877-998-5678 |
Schedule a Video Visit
- Visit InmateSales.com.
- Create an account and complete the required registration.
- Select Owyhee County Jail if it is available in the provider’s facility list.
- Find the inmate you wish to visit.
- Choose an available appointment between 24 hours and one week in advance.
- Review applicable fees, identification rules, and technical requirements.
- Complete the booking and follow the visit instructions.
Inmates assigned to disciplinary segregation are not permitted regular visits under the published jail rules. Exceptions exist for attorney and clergy visits.
The county does not specify a fixed public visiting timetable on the reviewed jail page. Use the scheduling provider to check available appointments.
Owyhee County Jail Inmate Phone Calls and Messages
The jail uses CTEL for inmate telephone services. Family members and friends can contact the provider to establish or fund an inmate’s calling account.
CTEL Support: 877-998-5678
Official service website: InmateSales.com
How to Add Phone Funds
- Open the InmateSales website.
- Register or sign in.
- Choose the correct correctional facility and inmate.
- Select the available telephone account funding service.
- Check provider rates, transaction charges, and restrictions.
- Complete the deposit using an accepted payment method.
Text and Communication Devices
The Sheriff’s Office also describes an inmate communication-device rental program. An inmate must complete the required contract before receiving an eligible device. Family and friends may then fund the device through CTEL.
Availability and account restrictions depend on facility rules. Call the provider for current pricing and instructions.
Sending Money and Commissary Deposits
Owyhee County Jail inmates may purchase permitted commissary items when they have funds available. The county identifies separate arrangements for general inmate funds, commissary, and telephone services.
Option 1: Deposit Money at the Sheriff’s Office
The Sheriff’s Office has a kiosk that accepts cash and Visa/debit card deposits for inmate accounts.
- Confirm the inmate’s full name and account information.
- Visit the Sheriff’s Office at 20381 State Highway 78, Murphy.
- Use the available deposit kiosk.
- Review transaction charges before completing payment.
- Retain the receipt.
Option 2: Commissary Deposit Through JailATM
The jail identifies JailATM as its commissary-account payment provider.
- Visit JailATM.
- Sign in or create the required account.
- Select the correct facility and inmate.
- Enter the amount to deposit.
- Review transaction fees and complete the payment.
Option 3: Send a Money Order
The Sheriff’s Office states that money orders may be brought to or mailed to the jail. Checks are not accepted, and the county advises against mailing cash.
Confirm the correct payee, inmate details, and mailing instructions before sending a money order.
Owyhee County Jail Inmate Mailing Address and Rules
Inmates may receive permitted written correspondence and standard photographs. The Sheriff’s Office states that incoming mail is scanned for viewing through inmate kiosks and subsequently placed with inmate property.
Official Inmate Mailing Address
Inmate’s Full NameOwyhee County Jail
P.O. Box 128
Murphy, ID 83650
Ask the jail whether a booking number or additional identifying information should be included.
Items That May Be Accepted
- Ordinary written letters.
- Standard photographs, subject to jail restrictions.
- Qualifying legal correspondence.
- New books shipped directly from a retailer.
- Certain approved personal items delivered according to jail instructions.
Prohibited or Restricted Mail
The published rules prohibit Polaroid photographs, stamps, envelopes, certain prohibited sexual imagery, threatening material, gang-related content, and instructions for unlawful activity.
Correspondence from another incarcerated person requires advance jail administration approval.
For direct deliveries, the jail identifies only certain accepted categories, including prescribed medications, reading or prescription glasses, money orders, attorney legal papers, and approved religious items.
Do not ship property or medical supplies without confirming the jail’s acceptance procedure first.
Owyhee County Jail Bond, Bail and Court Records
The official public roster does not provide a dedicated bond-amount column. If someone has recently been arrested, contact the jail and the appropriate court to verify their legal custody status and any applicable release conditions.
How to Verify a Bond Amount
- Confirm the individual is in Owyhee County Jail.
- Record their name and booking number from the roster.
- Call the Sheriff’s Office or jail for current bond-processing instructions.
- Check the relevant criminal case through the Idaho court portal.
- Confirm the exact amount and accepted payment method before submitting funds.
- Ask whether other court orders or detention holds could prevent release.
Search Owyhee County Court Records
Idaho launched an updated online court information search on October 28, 2026. It provides public case and hearing information for state trial courts, including case parties, attorneys, case actions, and certain financial details. Online document access is not provided through this portal.
- Open Idaho Courts Online Search.
- Search using the person’s name or case details.
- Review matching Owyhee County cases.
- Look for hearing dates, court actions, and other public case information.
- Contact the court clerk when an official document or clarification is needed.
Reporting to Jail for a Court-Ordered Sentence
People instructed to report to Owyhee County Jail to serve a court commitment must bring valid photo identification. The jail also requests a copy of the court-commit paperwork.
According to the county’s published jail rules, Owyhee County residents serving commitments on Owyhee County charges may be charged $25 per day, with a stated $500 limit.
Out-of-county court commitments are subject to the jail commander’s discretion. Contact the facility before arrival to arrange acceptance and confirm the current fee or payment instructions.
Owyhee County Arrest Warrants and Active Warrant Searches
The Sheriff’s Office maintains a separate warrant list. The county says it generally updates this database on weekdays between 6 a.m. and noon, excluding holidays.
Warrant records and jail roster records are different. A person may have a warrant without being in custody, while a jail inmate may be detained for reasons unrelated to a listed local warrant.
How to Review the Official Warrant List
- Open the Owyhee County Sheriff’s Jail page.
- Select “View the Warrant List.”
- Review the report date and identifying details.
- Contact Sheriff’s Dispatch to verify whether the warrant is still active.
Warrant verification: 208-495-1154, option 2.
Owyhee County Jail Address, Phone Number and Directions
Owyhee County Jail
Physical Address:
20381 State Highway 78
Murphy, Idaho 83650
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 128
Murphy, ID 83650
Jail Telephone:
208-495-1155
Sheriff’s Office Telephone:
208-495-1154
Sheriff’s Office Front Counter Hours:
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Official Website:
Owyhee County Sheriff’s Office
Jail Location Map
Get Directions to Owyhee County Jail
Front counter hours apply to Sheriff’s Office administrative services and do not necessarily represent visiting hours, jail intake hours, or telephone availability.
Owyhee County Jail Roster: 10 Frequently Asked Questions
1. Where can I find the official Owyhee County Jail roster?
Visit owyheecounty.net/sheriff/jail/ and select “View the Jail Roster.” The Sheriff’s Office publishes the custody list as a downloadable PDF report.
2. How do I find out if someone is in Owyhee County Jail?
Open the latest official roster and search the person’s name. For up-to-date confirmation, call the jail at 208-495-1155 or the Sheriff’s Office at 208-495-1154.
3. Does the Owyhee County roster show recent bookings?
The roster identifies people included in the county’s custody report. It provides booking numbers but is not a complete chronological arrest or daily bookings database.
4. Are Owyhee County Jail mugshots available online?
The reviewed official roster does not display mugshots. Contact the Sheriff’s Office about requesting an available booking photograph or other law enforcement record.
5. What is the address of Owyhee County Jail?
The jail is located at 20381 State Highway 78, Murphy, Idaho 83650. The published inmate mailing address uses P.O. Box 128, Murphy, ID 83650.
6. How do I schedule an inmate visit?
Register at InmateSales.com and select an eligible video visit. Visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours ahead and no more than one week in advance.
7. How can I put money on an inmate’s commissary account?
Use JailATM for commissary deposits or contact the jail about the Sheriff’s Office deposit kiosk and permitted money-order procedures.
8. How can I call or send messages to an inmate?
The jail uses CTEL for inmate telephone services and certain communication devices. Contact 877-998-5678 or visit InmateSales.com for account information.
9. How do I find an inmate’s release date?
Check the next-release and final-release fields in the newest roster. Contact the jail for confirmation because dates may be masked, unavailable, or subject to change.
10. What should I do if the inmate is not on the roster?
Contact Owyhee County Jail to confirm custody. If the person was transferred or is under state correctional jurisdiction, check the appropriate detention facility or the Idaho Department of Correction search system.
Official Sources and Helpful Links
- Owyhee County Sheriff’s Office — Jail, Roster and Policies
- Owyhee County Official Inmate Roster PDF
- Owyhee County Sheriff’s Office — Contact Details
- Sheriff’s Public Records Request Form
- Idaho Department of Correction — Resident Search
- Idaho Courts — Official Case Search
- InmateSales — Video Visitation and Telephone Accounts
- JailATM — Commissary Deposits
Information reviewed: November 8, 2026. This independent informational guide is not affiliated with Owyhee County or any government agency. Jail policies, inmate locations, deposit services, fees, and release information may change. Verify important details using official sources.