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ISCC Contraband Rules and Legal Penalties: What Visitors Must Know

• 2 min read • idoc.idaho.gov
ISCC Contraband Rules and Legal Penalties: What Visitors Must Know

Visiting someone at Idaho State Correctional Center (ISCC)? Take contraband rules seriously. Under Idaho Code 18-2510, knowingly bringing or possessing contraband in a correctional facility is a crime. A "small" mistake can turn into a major legal problem.

What Contraband

  • ✓ Tobacco
  • ✓ Cell phones or telecommunication equipment
  • ✓ Controlled/illegal substances
  • ✓ Firearms or dangerous weapons
  • ✓ Ammunition/explosives
  • ✓ Escape tools or devices

This list doesn't cover everything. The rule says "includes but is not limited to," so don't assume something is allowed just because it isn't specifically named. If it could be used to break rules, harm someone, or help someone escape, leave it at home.

ISCC staff can search any item or any visitor entering the visiting area. Screening and inspection are part of the normal process - what you bring and what you have on you will be checked before you're allowed to proceed.

Tip: Expect to be searched and keep what you bring to a minimum. The fewer items you carry, the faster check-in usually goes.

ISCC Contraband Rules and Legal Penalties: What Visitors Must Know

The stakes are high. Idaho Code 18-2510 makes it a crime to knowingly introduce or possess contraband in a correctional facility. Penalties can include up to 5 years in prison and/or a fine of up to $10,000. Even if you're focused on seeing your loved one, staff are focused on safety and enforcement. Take a few minutes before your visit to make sure you're not walking into a situation that could lead to arrest.

  • ✓ Leave tobacco, drugs, and anything weapon-related at home - don’t “stash” items in your car thinking it won’t matter.
  • ✓ Don’t bring cell phones or other telecommunication devices into the visiting area.
  • ✓ Empty your pockets before you arrive and double-check jackets, purses, and diaper bags for forgotten items.
  • ✓ Bring only what you truly need for the visit; extra items create extra chances for a problem.
  • ✓ If you’re unsure about an item, don’t risk it - leave it behind rather than arguing at the entrance.
  • ✓ Keep your hands on your own property; don’t accept items from other visitors or try to pass anything to anyone.

Bottom line: At ISCC, contraband isn’t just a rule violation - it can be a criminal charge, with penalties up to 5 years and/or up to a $10,000 fine. Treat the search process and prohibited-item rules as non-negotiable.

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