The Two Addresses for Mail to Lewis County Jail — and What Happens Next
Lewis County Jail has two different mailing addresses—which one you use depends on what you're sending. Match the item to the right address and you'll avoid delays.
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Overview
Video visits at Lewis County Jail cost $0.30 per minute, paid by credit or debit card through the vendor. You'll need to create a HomeWav account, schedule your session ahead of time, and know that all sessions are recorded. Phone service is also through HomeWav. Only inmates can place outbound calls, and all calls are monitored and recorded. When you receive a call, you'll hear a message saying the call may be recorded, then get options to accept or block it. Need a refund? HomeWav offers online forms for ex-inmate and visitor refund requests.
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Quick Facts
- Video visits cost $0.30 per minute and must be paid with a credit or debit card.
- HomeWav provides the inmate phone system at Lewis County Jail.
- Only inmates may initiate outbound calls and all calls are subject to recording and monitoring.
- HomeWav maintains refund procedures and online forms for ex-inmate and visitor refund requests.
- Use Lewis County Jail PO Box 9122 Seminole, FL 33775-9122 for all inmate postal mail except legal mail, money orders, books, court documents, bank statements, and publications.
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The Two Mail Addresses for Lewis County Jail: Which One Do You Use?
Lewis County Jail has two mailing addresses, and picking the wrong one can delay your mail. Regular personal correspondence goes to a PO Box in Seminole, Florida for processing. Legal mail, money orders, and a few other exceptions ship directly to the jail in Chehalis, Washington.
What Counts as Legal Mail at Lewis County Jail
For Lewis County Jail to treat your letter as legal mail, it has to pass a specific three-part test. Check each requirement below before you send anything.
What Happens to Your Letter After You Mail It to Lewis County Jail
Sending a letter to someone at Lewis County Jail? Here's the key thing: the jail uses a scan-and-deliver system. Your loved one reads your mail electronically—not the original paper you sent.
What NOT to Send: Items Lewis County Jail Will Reject in the Mail
Rejected mail is frustrating — and it delays your loved one from getting what you sent. Here's a quick rundown of items Lewis County Jail won't accept through the mail, plus what to do instead.
Where to Actually Send Mail to Someone at Lewis County Jail
Lewis County Jail has two mailing addresses—which one you use depends on what you're sending. Regular letters and cards go to the PO Box. Legal mail, money orders, and a few other items go directly to the Chehalis facility.
Why Your Mail Got Returned from Lewis County Jail (And How to Fix It)
Returned mail is frustrating—especially when you're trying to stay connected with someone inside. At Lewis County Jail, most returns come down to a few predictable issues: missing info on the envelope, sending items they don't accept, or mixing money orders with letters. Here's how to figure out what went wrong and get it right the second time.
Common Questions
How much do video visits cost at Lewis County Jail?
Video visits cost $0.30 per minute. You must pay with a credit or debit card.
Who provides phone service at Lewis County Jail and who can place calls?
HomeWav provides phone service at Lewis County Jail. Only inmates may initiate outbound calls, and all calls are monitored and recorded.
How do I request a refund for a HomeWav charge?
HomeWav handles refunds through its own refund procedures and online forms for ex-inmate and visitor requests. Submit the provider’s refund form to request a review.
Where do I send regular letters and cards for someone at Lewis County Jail?
Send standard letters, postcards, and greeting cards to Lewis County Jail, PO Box 9122, Seminole, FL 33775-9122. Include the inmate’s full name and a complete return address.
Which address should I use for legal mail, books, money orders, or publications?
Send legal mail, money orders, books, court documents, bank statements, and publications to 28 SW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis, WA 98532. Legal mail must come from authorized sources and be clearly marked as legal correspondence.
What happens to incoming mail and how can inmates access it?
Incoming postal mail is screened, and routine items are scanned into the jail’s kiosk system for inmate viewing; the originals are destroyed after electronic processing. You can also message through SmartJailMail, and released inmates can download their photos, messages, and postal mail there for free.
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Before Your First Lobby Visit: What to Bring to Lewis County Jail
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How Inmate Calls Work and 3 Ways to Add Funds to a Lewis County Jail Phone Account
Getting a call from jail can catch you off guard the first time—especially with that automated recording at the start. Here's what the prompt means, how call monitoring works, and three ways to add funds so calls go through.
How the Free Weekly Lobby Visit Works — and What to Bring to Lewis County Jail
Visiting someone in jail can feel overwhelming the first time. Lewis County Jail offers a free weekly lobby visit—here's how it works and what to bring so you don't get turned away at check-in.
