South County Detention Center

South County Detention Center Information

The South County Detention Center is a 519 bed jail in the city of Porterville, Tulare County, California.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 559-782-7800, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 559-782-7800

Physical Address:
1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the South County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the South County Detention Center, 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 559-782-7800 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Tulare County and every other county in California.

South County Detention Center Inmate Search

The South County Detention Center maintains an average of 519 offenders in custody on any given day. The South County Detention Center has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Tulare County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 47,580 offenders.

The following charts of Tulare County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.

The information is compiled from the Tulare County Corrections Department, the state of California Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Tulare County.

For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Tulare County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.

We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.

For a collection of over 20 additional graphs and charts of the demographic and criminal arrest information of the inmates in Tulare County and California state prisons, click the button below.
Tulare County INMATE DEMOGRAPHICS

Tulare County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 3/28/2024

Race Inmates % Total
White 0 0.00%
Black 30 1.61%
Hispanic or Latino 1,784 95.55%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 1 0.05%
Asian 52 2.79%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 0 0.00%
Other 0 0.00%
Total 1,867 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department, California Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Tulare County Inmate Criminal Charges - 3/28/2024

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 622 33.32%
Felony (2rd Degree) 327 17.51%
Felony (1st Degree) 0 0.00%
State Jail Felony 153 8.19%
Felony (Uncategorized) 224 12.00%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 541 28.98%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department, California Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Tulare County Inmate Sex - 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 1,675 89.72%
Female 192 10.28%
Total 1,867 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department, California Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Tulare County Inmate Age - 3/28/2024

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 11 0.59%
18-20 113 6.05%
21-24 184 9.86%
25-30 342 18.32%
31-35 344 18.43%
36-40 356 19.07%
41-45 244 13.07%
46-50 94 5.03%
51-55 75 4.02%
56-60 61 3.27%
61-65 24 1.29%
66-75 19 1.02%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 1,867 100.0%
Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department, California Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.
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About the South County Detention Center
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the South County Detention Center?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the South County Detention Center, call the jail’s booking line at 559-782-7800.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

South County Detention Center Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Tulare County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Tulare County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the South County Detention Center?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Tulare County and other California and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the South County Detention Center will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the South County Detention Center Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the South County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to make a bail payment using gettingout.com

  • gettingout.com assists you in using their banking system to make bail payment for your inmate.  
  • At this time, you cannot make bail payments online, but you can either do it at the South County Detention Center, or over the phone by calling 866-516-0115.

How to Bail out an Inmate in Tulare County

To Bail out or Post Bond for an Inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:

For complete Instructions on How to Bail or Bond an Inmate in South County Detention Center, check out our Inmate Bail page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the South County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

South County Detention Center INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257

559-782-7800

  • Register with IC Solutions for all video visits from home or from the South County Detention Center
  • At home video visits cost $15.00 per 30 minute visit.
  • All video visits must be scheduled at least one day in advance, but no more than one week in advance.
  • Other than the two free 30 minute onsite visits per week at South County Detention Center, each inmate will be allowed no more than two additional paid onsite video visits per week and two paid internet home visits per day. (This only pertains to inmates housed at South County Detention Facility)
  • On-site visitors shall be required to show current and valid state or federal photo ID when requesting approval for visitation. If a visitor cannot produce current valid ID, the authorization to the visit will be denied. 
  • You must wait 45 days after being released from custody before you can visit an inmate. This waiting period applies to visits with members of your immediate family
  • Visitors must check in five minutes or more before your on-site video visit begins with required ID for each scheduled visitor.
  • No more than two people at visiting station, excluding infants. If there are more than two approved visitors you may choose how to divide the time between the visitors.
  • Any visitor under the age of 18 must have their Birth Certificate and be accompanied with a parent or legal guardian.
  • Any child over the age of 2 years (24 months) will be considered a visitor.

    AT HOME VISITATION SCHEDULE
    • DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY

      7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM

      MONDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM

      AT SOUTH COUNTY DETENTION CENTER
      VISITATION SCHEDULE
      1960 W Scranton Ave.
      Porterville, CA 93257
      DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      MONDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM

      REFUNDS
      All video visits must be canceled at least 24 hours prior to the start of the visit or you will be expected to show and deemed a no-show if you fail to attend. Paid Visit Refunds: 48+ hours in advance: 100% Refund 24 - 48 hours in advance: 50% Refund Under 24 hours in advance: NO Refund No refunds will be issued for visits stopped due to inappropriate behavior, inappropriate dress or other policy violations. Full refunds will be issued for visits cancelled by the facility (except if due to policy violations).
  • LEGAL & PROFESSIONAL VIDEO VISITATION

South County Detention Center uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • The cost for a remote video visit ranges from $7-10 for 20-25 minute visit. Rates are subject to change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
•    You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    South County Detention Center can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

South County Detention Center uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • The cost for a remote video visit ranges from $7-10 for 20-25 minute visit. Rates are subject to change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
•    You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    South County Detention Center can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?

South County Detention Center INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257

559-782-7800

  • Register with IC Solutions for all video visits from home or from the South County Detention Center
  • At home video visits cost $15.00 per 30 minute visit.
  • All video visits must be scheduled at least one day in advance, but no more than one week in advance.
  • Other than the two free 30 minute onsite visits per week at South County Detention Center, each inmate will be allowed no more than two additional paid onsite video visits per week and two paid internet home visits per day. (This only pertains to inmates housed at South County Detention Facility)
  • On-site visitors shall be required to show current and valid state or federal photo ID when requesting approval for visitation. If a visitor cannot produce current valid ID, the authorization to the visit will be denied. 
  • You must wait 45 days after being released from custody before you can visit an inmate. This waiting period applies to visits with members of your immediate family
  • Visitors must check in five minutes or more before your on-site video visit begins with required ID for each scheduled visitor.
  • No more than two people at visiting station, excluding infants. If there are more than two approved visitors you may choose how to divide the time between the visitors.
  • Any visitor under the age of 18 must have their Birth Certificate and be accompanied with a parent or legal guardian.
  • Any child over the age of 2 years (24 months) will be considered a visitor.

    AT HOME VISITATION SCHEDULE
    • DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY

      7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM

      MONDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM

      AT SOUTH COUNTY DETENTION CENTER
      VISITATION SCHEDULE
      1960 W Scranton Ave.
      Porterville, CA 93257
      DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      MONDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM

      REFUNDS
      All video visits must be canceled at least 24 hours prior to the start of the visit or you will be expected to show and deemed a no-show if you fail to attend. Paid Visit Refunds: 48+ hours in advance: 100% Refund 24 - 48 hours in advance: 50% Refund Under 24 hours in advance: NO Refund No refunds will be issued for visits stopped due to inappropriate behavior, inappropriate dress or other policy violations. Full refunds will be issued for visits cancelled by the facility (except if due to policy violations).
  • LEGAL & PROFESSIONAL VIDEO VISITATION

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at South County Detention Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email[email protected]
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tulare County

To send commissary money to an inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select South County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for South County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in South County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Tulare County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • South County Detention Center uses the services of IC Solutions.
  • Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407
  • Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Tulare County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Tulare County.
  • Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Tulare County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the South County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

South County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The South County Detention Center allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The South County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The South County Detention Center allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the South County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

South County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the South County Detention Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the South County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the South County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

South County Detention Center contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select California.
3. Select South County Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at [email protected].
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by South County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the South County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.


*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tulare County

To send commissary money to an inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select South County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for South County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the South County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

Emailing and Texting Messages, Photos & Videograms

South County Detention Center contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.


If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select South County Detention Center,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1.
  Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.

How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1.
  Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).

Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call   866-516-0115

How to Communicate with an South County Detention Center Inmate by Mail and by Email

To mail or email an inmate in Tulare County follow these steps:

When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:

  • All mail sent to an inmate at the South County Detention Center must include the sender's name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope or postcard.
  • All mail must include the facility's address, as well as the inmate's name and assigned number.
  • Failure to include your return address will most likely result in your mail NOT being delivered and your letter destroyed.
  • The South County Detention Center has a zero-tolerance policy regarding mail violations. 
  • All the information you need to understand mail and email policies can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

Emailing Messages & Photos

Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
 
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select South County Detention Center,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

  • Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
  • After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
  • You can also send your Tulare County inmate photos and videos.

Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call   866-516-0115

Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.

All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Tulare County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the South County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

South County Detention Center allows inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by 'gettingout'.


The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at South County Detention Center, such as:

  • Music
  • Books
  • Games
  • Education
  • News
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Read mail and messages
  • Video visits

-  Free services are already available for use on the device at South County Detention Center.
-  Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
-  South County Detention Center Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.

What Does a Tablet Cost?

  • Tablet devices include some services and the content is free.
  • The subscription services require additional funding.
  • There may be multiple options such as 7-day or 30-day subscriptions.
  • Costs are dependent upon the available services and what the South County Detention Center charges.

To estimate costs for phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page) or call 866-516-0115 for assistance.

How Inmates Can Use a Tablet to Access Services at South County Detention Center

To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:

1.  First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL

2.  Purchase the services you want for your South County Detention Center inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.

To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the South County Detention Center? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Tulare County
Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Tulare County?

Tulare Kern Inyo Kings Fresno
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US State Prison Population Demographics

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 973,343 93.26%
Female 70,362 6.74%
Total 1,043,705 100.0%

Total Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 327,300 35.27%
Black 345,500 37.23%
Hispanic 226,800 24.44%
American Indian / Alaska Native 15,900 1.71%
Asian 12,500 1.35%
Total 928,000 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 622,200 95.46%
Female 31,700 4.86%
Total 653,900 100.0%

Total of Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 178,600 29.23%
Black 234,500 38.38%
Hispanic 179,500 29.38%
American Indian / Alaska Native 9,600 1.57%
Asian 8,800 1.44%
Total 611,000 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 147,500 93.95%
Female 10,000 6.37%
Total 157,500 100.0%

Murderers Held in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,600 26.04%
Black 63,000 43.63%
Hispanic 39,100 27.08%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,300 1.59%
Asian 2,400 1.66%
Total 144,400 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 16,000 86.02%
Female 2,600 13.98%
Total 18,600 100.0%

Violent Negligent Manslaughter Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 5,400 43.90%
Black 3,600 29.27%
Hispanic 2,900 23.58%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.63%
Asian 200 1.63%
Total 12,300 100.0%

Violent Rape & Sexual Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 159,800 98.95%
Female 2,200 1.36%
Total 162,000 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 125,800 96.18%
Female 5,400 4.13%
Total 131,200 100.0%

Violent Robbery Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 18.64%
Black 66,800 56.85%
Hispanic 26,500 22.55%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,200 1.02%
Asian 1,100 0.94%
Total 117,500 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 137,000 94.74%
Female 8,100 5.60%
Total 145,100 100.0%

Violent Aggravated/Simple Assault Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 37,500 23.28%
Black 53,300 33.09%
Hispanic 65,300 40.53%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,800 1.74%
Asian 2,200 1.37%
Total 161,100 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 36,100 91.86%
Female 3,300 8.40%
Total 39,400 100.0%

Other Violent Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 12,200 32.45%
Black 14,200 37.77%
Hispanic 9,700 25.80%
American Indian / Alaska Native 800 2.13%
Asian 700 1.86%
Total 37,600 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 127,900 90.64%
Female 13,600 9.64%
Total 141,500 100.0%

Total of Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 60,500 50.46%
Black 37,800 31.53%
Hispanic 18,100 15.10%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,100 1.75%
Asian 1,400 1.17%
Total 119,900 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 75,900 95.11%
Female 4,200 5.26%
Total 80,100 100.0%

Burglary Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 30,500 44.40%
Black 24,200 35.23%
Hispanic 12,300 17.90%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,100 1.60%
Asian 600 0.87%
Total 68,700 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 22,300 84.47%
Female 4,200 15.91%
Total 26,500 100.0%

Larceny & Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 13,800 58.97%
Black 6,800 29.06%
Hispanic 2,200 9.40%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 1.28%
Asian 300 1.28%
Total 23,400 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,400 91.43%
Female 600 8.57%
Total 7,000 100.0%

Motor Vehicle Theft Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,500 48.08%
Black 1,500 28.85%
Hispanic 1,000 19.23%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.92%
Asian 100 1.92%
Total 5,200 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 9,800 75.97%
Female 3,200 24.81%
Total 13,000 100.0%

Fraud Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,900 63.30%
Black 2,600 23.85%
Hispanic 900 8.26%
American Indian / Alaska Native 300 2.75%
Asian 200 1.83%
Total 10,900 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,600 90.67%
Female 1,400 9.33%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Other Property Crime Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024 - non-categorized

race Inmates % Total
White 6,700 58.26%
Black 2,700 23.48%
Hispanic 1,700 14.78%
American Indian / Alaska Native 200 1.74%
Asian 200 1.74%
Total 11,500 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 114,600 87.08%
Female 17,400 13.22%
Total 132,000 100.0%

Total of Drug Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 49,500 47.50%
Black 37,300 35.80%
Hispanic 14,600 14.01%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,700 1.63%
Asian 1,100 1.06%
Total 104,200 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 28,500 84.57%
Female 5,300 15.73%
Total 33,800 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 14,800 56.27%
Black 7,900 30.04%
Hispanic 3,000 11.41%
American Indian / Alaska Native 400 1.52%
Asian 200 0.76%
Total 26,300 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 86,100 88.04%
Female 12,000 12.27%
Total 98,100 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Drug Dealing/Manufacturing in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 34,700 44.54%
Black 29,400 37.74%
Hispanic 11,600 14.89%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 1.67%
Asian 900 1.16%
Total 77,900 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 102,500 93.95%
Female 6,900 6.32%
Total 109,400 100.0%

Total of 'Public Order' Related Inmates in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 35,900 40.84%
Black 34,500 39.25%
Hispanic 13,800 15.70%
American Indian / Alaska Native 2,500 2.84%
Asian 1,200 1.37%
Total 87,900 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 37,800 97.93%
Female 900 2.33%
Total 38,700 100.0%

Inmates Convicted on Illegal Weapon Possession in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 7,200 22.86%
Black 16,900 53.65%
Hispanic 6,500 20.63%
American Indian / Alaska Native 500 1.59%
Asian 400 1.27%
Total 31,500 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 13,400 89.33%
Female 1,600 10.67%
Total 15,000 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Multiple DUI/DWI in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 6,800 59.65%
Black 2,000 17.54%
Hispanic 1,800 15.79%
American Indian / Alaska Native 700 6.14%
Asian 100 0.88%
Total 11,400 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 51,200 92.25%
Female 4,400 7.93%
Total 55,600 100.0%

Inmates Convicted of Other 'Public Order' Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 21,900 48.45%
Black 15,700 34.73%
Hispanic 5,600 12.39%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1,300 2.88%
Asian 700 1.55%
Total 45,200 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Sex on 3/28/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 6,100 89.71%
Female 800 11.76%
Total 6,900 100.0%

Total Number of Inmates Convicted of Unspecified Felonies in US State Prisons by Race/Ethnicity on 3/28/2024

race Inmates % Total
White 2,700 52.94%
Black 1,500 29.41%
Hispanic 700 13.73%
American Indian / Alaska Native 100 1.96%
Asian 100 1.96%
Total 5,100 100.0%
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