Norwalk Jail
Norwalk Jail
The 25-bed Norwalk Jail can be contacted at 562-863-8711 for inmate information at any time of day.
This is the county’s booking facility. Anyone arrested here on a misdemeanor or felony charge is brought in for booking and processing, and may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial ends.
Use the inmate search tool to view a list of inmates currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their sentence in this county. Inmates sentenced to more are sent to the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page you’ll find the visitation schedule and policies, plus how to put money on an inmate’s account, send mail, take phone calls from an inmate, leave voicemail, email and text, rent a tablet, post bail, and buy commissary.
Keep the jail ID or booking number somewhere safe. It’s required for many communication services. If it’s not online, call Norwalk Jail at 562-863-8711.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Norwalk Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 562-863-8711 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.
Do you have a warrant for your arrest in Los Angeles County or anywhere in California? Do you need specific information about a court case in which you, a friend or relative might be involved in? A good place to start is with the California Superior Court.
In Los Angeles County and all courts in California, most criminal defendants have a constitutional right to pretrial release on bail, with exceptions for certain capital and violent felony cases. Recent California Supreme Court rulings make it clear that judges must consider a defendant's ability to pay when setting bail, and cannot keep someone in jail just because they can't afford it unless no less restrictive option would protect public safety or ensure they return to court. Judges, when setting bail, also cannot take into account whether the defendant wants a jury trial or not. Rule 4.101.
The easiest way to find out an offender's bail in Norwalk Jail is to call the jail at 562-863-8711, however as long as you know the crime your inmate has been arrested for (or been accused of), you can look up the bail schedule for Los Angeles County yourself. This county accepts cash, a surety bond or a property bond.
The Norwalk Jail is licensed for 25 inmates at any given time, yet it is often forced to make room for many more offenders, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in California turn over at least 35-40% of their population monthly, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months. Approximately 8-9% remain incarcerated between six and twelve months. Inmates who stay beyond twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county stay in custody at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.
Every year Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 461,920 offenders.
- Jail (Main): 562-863-8711
- Adult Probation: 818-374-6635
- CHP: 323-982-4900
- LA County DA: 213-974-3512
- LA County Juvenile Detention: 323-226-8611
- LA County Juvenile Probation: 323-226-8611
- LA Police Dept: 877-275-5273
- LASD Bail: 213-473-6080
- LASD Booking: 213-893-5327
- LASD Cashier: 213-473-6049
- LASD General Info: 213-229-1700
- LASD Inmate Accounts: 213-893-5875
- LASD Inmate Info: 213-473-6100
- LASD Inmate Release: 213-893-5347
- LASD Property: 213-893-5352
- LASD Records: 562-345-4470
- LASD Sheriff: 323-267-4800
- LASD Visitation: 213-680-4887
- LASD Warrants: 213-830-0198
- LASD Work Release: 213-893-5345
- Public Defender: 213-974-2811
The booking procedure at Norwalk Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Norwalk Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Norwalk Jail includes the following steps:
- Personal identification confirmation.
- Mugshots for record-keeping.
- Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
- DNA collection may be required.
- Conducting a thorough body search.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 562-863-8711.
How to handle bail after an arrest in Los Angeles County
If someone has been booked at Norwalk Jail in Norwalk, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 562-863-8711.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
- The usual way to post a cash bond is to pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk of court by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also offer card payment through a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor for a fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (call 562-863-8711 for the jail).
- Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Los Angeles County.
- Real property bonds are accepted in many courts: an owner may offer land or a home after showing clear title and equity of at least the bond, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves it.
For a full guide to the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Norwalk Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Norwalk Jail? What is the Schedule?
Norwalk Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
12335 Civic Center Drive
Norwalk, CA 90650
562-863-8711
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 562-863-8711 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 562-863-8711 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Norwalk Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Norwalk Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Norwalk Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-863-8711 for further assistance.
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