Del Norte County Jail

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Del Norte County Jail Information

Del Norte County Jail is a 142-bed jail located in Crescent City, Del Norte County, California. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 707-464-4191.

This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.

The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Del Norte County Jail at 707-464-4191 for assistance.

Phone: 707-464-4191

Physical Address:
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531

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How Do You Find Someone in the Del Norte County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Del Norte County 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 707-464-4191 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Del Norte County and every other county in California.

Del Norte County Jail Inmate Search

The Del Norte County Jail maintains an average of 142 offenders in custody on any given day. The Del Norte County Jail 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 Del Norte County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,220 offenders.

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About the Del Norte County Jail

The large, white building, surrounded by fences and with a fenced and gated parking area in the back that contains the 142-bed Del Norte County Jail, also houses the sheriff's office and other law enforcement necessities. Both felony and misdemeanor offenders from Del Norte County will be held at the Del Norte County Jail as they wait for their trial to occur or for their bail to be paid, or as they serve their sentence. Both male and female inmates are located here, and it is separated by gender and as well by security needs from minimum to medium or even maximum security.

The main differences in the security divisions is the seriousness of the charges and the amount of free movement they have within the housing units.

Minimum security may have double cells and extensive dayroom access or even dorm housing, while maximum security is often limited to isolated cells and limited access to the dayrooms and outdoor recreation spaces.

Offenders who are arrested on warrants or charges under $25,000 are most likely to be released without need for bail, while others will need their bail paid at the Del Norte County Jail or the courthouse before release.

An online inmate roster is maintained with new arrests, newly arrested, and pending releases, and staff are able to answer some specific question about those things by you calling 707-464-4191.

The intake process includes fingerprinting and record checks, information gathering in emergency contacts and identifying information, an assessment is completed for medical, mental health, and dental needs, inventory of personal property and storage while a set of clothing, bedding, and hygiene items are provided in exchange, and access and recording of the first phone calls to alert family, friends, legal representation, or employers on their location and expected return.

An inmate worker program allows for those who are qualified and pass the application to work within the jail, giving back to their community and helping to provide meals, laundry, and cleaning for the facility.

Work release participants are able to leave the campus during their shifts and return after, but must remain in approved locations only and have reliable transportation to and from work.  

Inmates may not have any property delivered to the jail for their use, and prescriptions will be handled only by the medical staff.

Courses that are offered including basic literacy, ESL, GED, substance abuse, parenting, life skills, computer instruction, and vocational skills. Services provided include healthy meals, counseling, medical care, dental care, and both time and supplies for hygiene needs. A library is present and there are many ways for inmates to contact their family or their friends who are not incarcerated, as well as have access to commissary orders if money is added to their account in the lobby or online.

Mail can be sent to the inmate during incarceration to: 

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531

... and it will be inspected for contraband before final delivery, with all illegal or banned items being removed. Any books or magazines must be soft cover and sent directly from the publisher.

Phones are available during daytime hours only and are unable to accept incoming calls, though they can be funded or made collect.

Visiting hours are provided only to approved visitors directly from the facility by calling 707-464-4191.  

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Del Norte County Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Del Norte County 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 Del Norte County 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.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 707-464-4191.

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Directions / Map to the Del Norte County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Del Norte County

If someone has been booked at Del Norte County Jail in Crescent City, 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 707-464-4191.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Del Norte County.
  • Property within Del Norte County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Del Norte County, California, visit the Del Norte County Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Del Norte County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Del Norte County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531
707-464-4191

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times depends on the inmate and their housing location. Call 707-464-4191 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 707-464-4191 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 8:00AM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 10:00AM - 11:30AM
1:30PM - 2:30PM
TUESDAY 10:00AM - 11:30AM
1:30PM - 2:30PM
WEDNESDAY 10:00AM - 11:30AM
1:30PM - 2:30PM
THURSDAY 10:00AM - 11:30AM
1:30PM - 2:30PM
FRIDAY 10:00AM - 11:30AM
1:30PM - 2:30PM
SATURDAY 8:00AM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 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 Del Norte County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Del Norte County Jail?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at Del Norte County Jail, 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
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Del Norte County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Del Norte County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select Del Norte County Jail, 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 Del Norte County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Del Norte County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Del Norte County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Del Norte County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Del Norte County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Del Norte County Jail, and what can I send them?

Del Norte County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Del Norte County Jail 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 Del Norte County Jail 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 ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531



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 Del Norte County Jail 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 Del Norte County Jail 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 ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531

Del Norte County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Del Norte County Jail 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 Del Norte County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Del Norte County Jail
650 Fifth Street
Crescent City, CA 95531


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 Del Norte County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Del Norte County Jail, and what can I purchase?

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Del Norte County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Del Norte County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select Del Norte County Jail, 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 Del Norte County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Del Norte County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Del Norte County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.




Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

  • Send a text Message - 1 stamp
  • Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
  • Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
  • Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
  • Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
  • Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

  • Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
  • Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
  • When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account


Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Del Norte County Jail

To send a text or email message to a Del Norte County inmate, do the following:

Del Norte County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Del Norte County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Del Norte County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Del Norte County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Del Norte County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Del Norte County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Del Norte County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 707-464-4191 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Del Norte County Jail? What does it look like?
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