South Idaho Correctional Institution

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13900 S Pleasant Valley RdKuna, ID, 83634

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At a Glance

Visitation

  • All potential visitors must complete a visiting application and pass a background check before visiting a resident at SICI.
  • The visiting application and background-check process normally takes two to four weeks.
  • No paper money is allowed in visiting rooms; visitors may bring coins in clear plastic bags or use debit/credit cards for vending machines.

Communication

  • IDOC directs families at South Idaho Correctional Institution to IC Solutions for phone services and provides IC Solutions customer-care phone and mailing address.
  • In-cell tablet services at the facility use ViaPath and IDOC links explain how to create or log in to a ViaPath account.
  • You must create an account with the facility’s approved phone or video vendor before placing calls or scheduling video visits.

Sending Money

  • The Idaho DOC directs people to accesscorrections.com for instructions on sending money to residents at South Idaho Correctional Institution.
  • IDOC partners with Access Corrections to handle resident trust account deposits and payments and lists apps, phone numbers, and retail options through that provider.
  • With the exception of the Lockbox, transaction fees apply to Access Corrections deposit and payment methods.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Visiting at South Idaho Correctional Institution (SICI) starts with approval. Every visitor must complete a visiting application and pass a background check before seeing a resident. Submit the form to the institution where the resident is housed. Processing normally takes two to four weeks. New residents must be classified before visitors can be approved, and no visits are allowed during the reception and diagnostic process. SICI visiting rooms have strict property rules: no paper money (coins are allowed in clear plastic bags, or you can use debit or credit for vending), no outside food except listed exceptions, and no pictures of any kind. Staff may search visitors or items entering the visiting area. To confirm housing location and visiting schedules, contact visiting staff or use the resident/client search tool.

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Communication

Communication at South Idaho Correctional Institution (SICI) runs through specific outside vendors. Phone service goes through IC Solutions. IDOC provides IC Solutions customer-care contact details, including a phone number and mailing address, for account setup or billing questions. In-cell tablet services use ViaPath, and IDOC resources walk you through creating an account or logging in so you can access tablet features and manage funding. Before placing calls or using video, you'll need to create an account with the facility's approved phone or video vendor and follow that vendor's sign-up and payment steps. Keep funds available using the vendor's accepted payment methods, since vendor rules control whether services are prepaid or collect.

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Sending Money

The Idaho Department of Correction directs families to accesscorrections.com for South Idaho Correctional Institution (SICI) deposits. Access Corrections is the state's partner for resident trust account deposits and payments. You can add funds several ways: the mobile app, website, phone, retail cash barcode locations, or facility kiosks. Pick whichever works best for you. Expect transaction fees on most deposit and payment methods, with the exception of mailed Lockbox deposits. If you mail a deposit for a prison resident, use: Secure Deposits-Idaho DOC PO Box 12486 St. Louis, MO 63132. Access Corrections also lists a separate Secure Deposits P&P lockbox for community-based payments, so make sure you use the correct PO Box for the person's status.

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Common Questions

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How do I apply to visit South Idaho Correctional Institution?

Complete the visiting application (available on the Visiting Application page) and submit it to the institution where the resident is housed. You must pass a background check before you can visit, and the resident is notified once you are cleared.

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Can I bring money or food into visiting rooms at SICI?

Paper money is not allowed in visiting rooms. You can bring coins in a clear plastic bag or use a debit or credit card for vending. Outside food (including gum and candy) is also prohibited except for specific listed exceptions in the Visiting Rules.

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Will I be searched or can I take photos during a visit?

Yes. Staff may search any visitor or item entering the visiting area. Pictures of any kind are not allowed in visiting rooms, including keychain-sized electronic picture viewers.

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Who provides phone services for South Idaho Correctional Institution?

Phone services for South Idaho Correctional Institution are provided through IC Solutions. IDOC also shares IC Solutions customer-care contact information (phone and mailing address) for account or billing help.

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How do I set up and fund an inmate’s ViaPath tablet account?

Use the IDOC ViaPath links to create an account or log in to your existing ViaPath account. From there, add funds or manage tablet purchases using the payment options described in the ViaPath/vendor instructions.

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Do I need an account before placing calls or video visits with an inmate?

Yes. You need an account with the facility’s approved phone or video vendor before you can place calls or schedule video visits. Make sure you have funds available through the vendor’s accepted payment methods, since the vendor sets whether calls are collect or prepaid.

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South Idaho Correctional Institution in ID houses 400 female residents and 300 male residents.

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