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How to Visit Idaho Maximum Security (ID)
Visiting at Idaho Maximum Security Institution (IMSI) is doable, but there are a couple of non-negotiables to handle before you make the trip.
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How to Send Money to Idaho Maximum Security (ID)
You can add money to a resident's trust account at Idaho Maximum Security through Access Corrections, including a mailed lockbox option. Here's what's available and what to double-check before you send anything.
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How to Contact an Inmate at Idaho Maximum Security (ID)
Contact rules can change, so the fastest way to avoid delays is to confirm the current process directly with Idaho Maximum Security Institution (IMSI). Here are the contact details and the key legal warning you should know before sending anything.
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Visitation
- All potential visitors must complete a background check and submit a visiting application to visit IDOC residents.
- Visitors must examine the Visiting Rules and complete the visiting application process before visiting IMSI.
- Applicants age 17 or younger require a parent/guardian visiting application and a separate minor application plus certified proof of the minor's birth or guardianship documents.
Sending Money
- Idaho DOC uses Access Corrections to process resident trust account deposits and payments.
- You can deposit funds via Access Corrections’ website, mobile app, phone support, on-site kiosks, or retail cash barcode options where available.
- Deposited funds may be used for commissary, phone charges, and some medical or court-ordered obligations.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Before you can visit someone at Idaho Maximum Security Institution (IMSI), you'll need to submit a visiting application and pass a background check. Review IMSI's Visiting Rules and wait for formal approval. Staff will notify the resident once you're cleared. For visitors 17 or younger, a parent or guardian must submit a separate visiting application along with certified documentation like the minor's birth certificate or applicable court documents. Once approved, the process is straightforward: apply, pass the background check, then book your visit. Before you travel, confirm the current visiting hours and bring valid photo ID plus any required paperwork. Visiting formats and schedules can change during emergency situations, so always double-check before heading out.
Read full guideSending Money
Money sent to someone at Idaho Maximum Security goes through the Idaho Department of Correction's vendor, Access Corrections, not through the facility directly. You can deposit into a resident's trust account using the Access Corrections website, mobile app, or by calling 866-345-1884. Additional options may include phone deposits, on-site kiosks where available, and retail cash barcode deposits at participating stores. These funds can cover commissary purchases, phone use, and certain medical or court-ordered obligations when allowed by policy. Before submitting a payment, have the resident's full name and facility ID (Name Number) ready, and make sure you've selected the correct agency or program. If you're setting up recurring electronic transfers, you may need to provide verification documents during setup.
Read full guideCommon Questions
How do I apply to visit someone at Idaho Maximum Security (IMSI)?
Start by submitting a visiting application and completing the required background check. Review IMSI's Visiting Rules, wait for formal approval, then schedule your visit through the facility's booking process.
VisitationCan minors visit an inmate at IMSI?
Yes, but anyone 17 or younger needs a parent or guardian to submit a separate visiting application. You'll also need to provide documents like a certified birth certificate or applicable court orders. Get this paperwork squared away before trying to schedule a visit.
VisitationWhat if visiting hours change or a visit is canceled?
IMSI can change or cancel visiting schedules during emergency situations. Always confirm the current schedule before you travel so you don't show up for a canceled visit.
VisitationHow do I send money to an inmate at Idaho Maximum Security?
Deposit money through Access Corrections online, in their mobile app, or by calling their phone support. On-site kiosks and retail cash barcode options may also be available. Have the resident's full name and facility ID ready so the deposit posts to the right account.
Sending MoneyWhat can deposited funds be used for at Idaho Maximum Security?
Deposits typically cover commissary purchases and phone use. They can also go toward some medical costs or court-ordered obligations where policy allows.
Sending MoneyDo I need special documentation to set up electronic transfers or direct deposit for an inmate?
Yes. Setting up recurring or direct electronic payments may require a signed form plus bank verification (like a voided check or bank document). Check Access Corrections' instructions for exact requirements before getting started.
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Did You Know?
Idaho Maximum Security Institution (IMSI) opened in November 1989 and has a capacity of 535. The facility is secured by a double perimeter fence with razor wire and an electronic detection system.
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