Inmate Visiting Information
The Washoe County Sheriff's Office utilizes Smart Communications for inmate visitation. Smart Communications provides an integrated inmate communication system which includes video visitation, phones, email, tablets, personal mail, and more.
To get started with the new visitation system, visit www.smartinmate.com to create an account. You will need to submit a photo of your government issued identification and a current face photo. Once approved you will receive notification via email enabling you to set up visitation. This system will also allow you to send email and place money on an inmate's account.
On-Site Video Visiting
Video visitation is available in our public lobby Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. User accounts may be created, and personal visits scheduled, utilizing the on-site visiting kiosks.
Please note the following:
- You must be 18 or older to create an account.
- You must still submit a photo of your ID and a current face photo (this can be done with the visiting kiosk).
- You will need to schedule your visit 24 hours in advance
ACCEPTABLE VISITOR ATTIRE – Personal Visits
All shirts, blouses, etc. must completely cover the stomach. All tops must have armholes sized so that excessive skin or undergarments are not exposed. Low cut or revealing shirts/ blouses will not be permitted. The appropriate undergarments must also be worn. Blouses that are strapless or spaghetti straps will not be permitted. All skirts and shorts must be at least mid-thigh length. Sleepwear will not be permitted. Footwear is required.
No “warnings” will be given for unacceptable attire. If the attire is unacceptable, the visit will not take place.
Phone Calls:
How do I receive phone calls from an inmate?
All inmates can make outside calls to approved family and friends. No incoming calls can be received except for voicemail messages to approved inmates. Each inmate will be given access to the telephone upon the completion of the booking process. Telephones for private use are located in each housing area.
Inmate calls (local and long distance) are billed at a per-minute rate, with no connection fees. International calls are also billed at a per-minute rate. Three-way calls are prohibited.
Be advised that that Smart Communications may have additional taxes and fees, for a complete charge breakdown contact Smart Communications at the customer service number below.
To create and fund Pre-Paid Collect accounts, please visit Smart Communication’s website at: www.smartinmate.com or call our call center at 888-253-5178.
Cómo recibo las llamadas telefónicas de un preso?
Todos los presos pueden hacer llamadas externas a familiares y amigos aprobados. Los presos no pueden recibir llamadas excepto los mensajes de correo de voz a los presos aprobados. Cada preso tendrá acceso al teléfono una vez que sean procesados. Los teléfonos para uso privado se encuentran en cada área de alojamiento.
Llamadas del preso (locales y de larga distancia) se facturan a una tarifa por minuto, sin cargos de conexión. Las llamadas internacionales también se facturan a una tarifa por minuto. Las llamadas tripartitas (Tres vías) están prohibidas
Para crear y financiar cuentas Pre-Paid Collect, visite el sitio web de Smart Communication’s en: www.smartinmate.com o llame a nuestro centro de llamadas al 888-253-5178.
E-Mail:
The Sheriff's Office now accepts email messages for inmates. Click www.smartinmate.com and follow the on-screen instructions to send an email to an inmate.
Inmate Mail:
Information Phone: (775) 328-2971
EFFECTIVE April 25, 2022
The Washoe County Detention Facility has contracted with Smart Communications to provide MailGuard electronic mail services.
The changes are being made to streamline the operations of the Sheriff’s Office, improve communications, and ensure the safety and well-being of inmates and staff.
MailGuard is a quick and efficient way for inmates to receive letters and photos electronically.
Effective 04/25/2022, inmate postal mail must be sent to the following address:
Smart Communications / Washoe County Detention Facility
Adam Smith #123456 (example inmate)
PO Box 9163
Seminole, FL 33775-9137
The inmates’ name and booking/ID number must be clearly printed on the outside of the post card to ensure the mail is posted to the current account.
All personal regular inmate postal mail will be scanned into the system and available to the inmates to view their postal mail via the inmate kiosks.
Friends and Family members are encouraged to subscribe to MailGuard Tracker. Sign up for a free account and view delivery status, receive notifications if your mail is rejected, and download copies of mail that has been received and processed.
Upon release, inmates can login into the public website at https://www.smartinmate.com/ and enter their inmate number and password to download their photos, messages, and postal mail for FREE!
Legal mail, court documents, business mail, and publications will continue to be sent to the facility directly at 911 Parr Blvd. Reno, NV 89512.
Smart Communications Customer Service
If you need help with any of the following:
- Setting up a new user account.
- Visitation Schedules or issues.
- Payment processing.
- Troubleshooting your account.