FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

QUESTIONS THAT RELATE TO ALL OF OUR JAILS

Where should I go FIRST for all the Jail information?

Our Public Information Plan is the most comprehensive source of information for family and friends of inmates being held in our detention system.  Just about everything you need to know will be found in this document.

Is there a list somewhere that I can check to see who is in jail?

Yes. Click on the "Who's in Jail?" icon found on the homepage.

How can I visit someone in jail?

The visit schedules for each jail can be found by clicking the following links. 

Visit reservations can be made by calling toll-free 1-877-WE VISIT (877-938-4748) between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.

Important information about visiting rules and procedures can be found in the Visiting pages of our Public Information Plan.

Individuals on parole are excluded from visiting, per California Penal Code 4571. Individuals on probation requesting a visit will be considered on a case by case basis by the Watch Commander. If there are articulable security concerns, the request may be denied. Persons with felony warrants will be arrested and booked.

Questions regarding either inmate or visitor eligibility will be resolved by the Facility Watch Commander.

Can I give money or other items to someone in jail?

You may post money to the account of an inmate while at the jail, but you cannot give them any other property.  This prohibition includes, but is not limited to food, medicines, clothing, cards and/or packages.   More information about inmate accounts can be found here.

How many inmates are in the Sheriff's jails?

Click here to view our Inmate Population Report.

What's it like to get to work in jail? Where do I apply?

For more information, visit our Jobs/Employment Opportunities section of our Website.