Call 323-585-1245 any time, 24 hours a day, to get inmate information from the 25-bed Bell Jail.
This is the county’s intake point for people arrested on misdemeanor and felony charges. Every arrestee goes through booking and processing here, and depending on the charges, may stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held pending the outcome of their trial.
For a current list of inmates, use the inmate search tool.
Short sentences, those under one year, are served at this jail. Longer sentences are served in the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
On this page: how to search the official roster, directions to the jail, the visitation schedule, depositing money for an inmate, mailing letters, phone calls, voicemail, emails and texts, tablets, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Tip: save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. Mail and many other services require it. If it isn’t online, Bell Jail can provide it at 323-585-1245.
Phone: 323-585-1245
Physical Address:
6326 Pine Ave
Bell, CA 90201
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name and booking #
PO BOX 86164
Terminal Annex
Los Angeles, CA 90086-0164
Other Jails and Prisons
Need to know an inmate’s charges, their bond amount, when they can have visitors, or what their mugshot looks like? Search the Bell Jail’s Official Jail Inmate Roster or call the jail at 323-585-1245. Looking for a courthouse? Find the criminal courts in Los Angeles County or anywhere else in California.
Is there a warrant out for your arrest in Los Angeles County or somewhere else in California? Do you need information about a court case involving you or a loved one? The California Superior Court is a good place to start.
Under the California Constitution, most criminal defendants in Los Angeles County are entitled to bail before trial, apart from certain capital and violent felony cases. The California Supreme Court has ruled that bail must be set with the defendant’s ability to pay in mind, and that judges should turn to less restrictive conditions when those would protect the public and ensure a return to court. Per Rule 4.101, a defendant’s choice about a jury trial can’t be considered in setting bail.
To get an inmate’s bail, call the Bell Jail at 323-585-1245. As long as you know the charge they were arrested on, you can look up the Los Angeles County bail schedule yourself. The county accepts cash, a surety bond, or a property bond.
The Bell Jail is licensed for 25 inmates, though it is often forced to accept many more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in California turn over at least 35-40% of inmates monthly, 25-30% more every 90 days, and 15-20% more every six months, with roughly 8-9% remaining six to twelve months. Stays of more than a year are usually tied to serious charges like rape or murder. Those cases take longer to prepare for trial, so offenders arrested in this county remain at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.
Every year, law enforcement agencies in Los Angeles County arrest and detain approximately 462,420 offenders.
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Bell Jail for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Bell Jail:
If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 323-585-1245.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Bell Jail in Bell for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Los Angeles County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 323-585-1245 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Los Angeles County California, check out the Bell Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Bell Jail? What is the Schedule?
6326 Pine Ave
Bell, CA 90201
323-585-1245
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 323-585-1245 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 Bell Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Bell Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bell Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Bell Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bell Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Bell Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bell Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Bell Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bell Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Bell Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bell Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Bell Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bell Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Bell 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 Bell Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 323-585-1245 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Los Angeles County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Los Angeles County?
