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What to Bring and Where to Enter for Your First Visit at Walla Walla County Jail

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What to Bring and Where to Enter for Your First Visit at Walla Walla County Jail

Head to the main public entrance at the corner of 5th and Alder. Look for this door when you arrive - it'll save you from circling the building or trying the wrong way in.

Address: Walla Walla County Corrections Department, 300 West Alder Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362.

Bring your ID. Visitors must be 18 or older and have valid identification. Not sure if your ID qualifies? Call ahead - it's better than making the trip and getting turned away at the door.

Bringing a child or teen? Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Here's one rule that catches people off guard: if you're on active supervision with the Washington State Department of Corrections, you can't visit. Confirm your status before you travel.

Questions before your visit? Call the Corrections Department at 509-524-5431. A quick call can clear up confusion about entry points or eligibility - and save you a wasted trip.

Need to send paperwork? The fax number is (509) 524-5481.

Address (for reference): 300 West Alder Street, Walla Walla, WA 99362.

What to Bring and Where to Enter for Your First Visit at Walla Walla County Jail

Practical Arrival Tips

  • Arrive early so you have time to park, find the right entrance, and check in without rushing.
  • Keep your ID out and easy to reach before you walk in.
  • Bring only the essentials; leave extra bags and personal items secured in your vehicle.
  • If you’re unsure about a rule or your eligibility, call ahead before you make the trip.

Note: The Walla Walla County Corrections Department will not accept any books or periodicals for inmates.

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