To search the North County Correctional Facility for an inmate and review their charges, bond, visitation eligibility, or mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster. You can also call the jail at 213-473-6100 for assistance. A statewide court finder covers Los Angeles County and every other county in California.

North County Correctional Facility Inmate Search

Could you have a warrant in Los Angeles County or anywhere else in California? Do you need information about a court case involving you, a friend, or a relative? Begin your search with the California Superior Court.

Under the California Constitution, most criminal defendants in Los Angeles County have a right to be released on bail before trial, except in certain capital and violent felony cases. The California Supreme Court has held that bail must be set with the defendant’s financial circumstances in mind, and that less restrictive alternatives should be used when they would protect the public and ensure the defendant returns to court. Rule 4.101 bars judges from considering whether a jury trial has been requested.

Need an inmate’s bail amount? Call the North County Correctional Facility at 213-473-6100. If you know the crime they’ve been accused of, you can also look it up on the Los Angeles County bail schedule. Cash, surety, and property bonds are accepted.

The licensed capacity of the North County Correctional Facility is 4295 inmates, though the jail frequently has to make room for more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in California see at least 35-40% of inmates turn over monthly, 25-30% more every 90 days, and 15-20% more every six months, while around 8-9% remain six to twelve months. Stays longer than twelve months are usually tied to serious charges such as rape or murder. Those cases take time to prepare for trial, which means offenders arrested in this county stay in custody at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.

Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 461,920 offenders annually.

How do you post bail in Los Angeles County?

If someone is taken to North County Correctional Facility in Castaic for booking, the next steps depend on their case:

1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 213-473-6100.

Bail payments can be handled in various ways.

• Cash bonds are paid in full, normally at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order, and card payments are often possible through a kiosk in the lobby or an online vendor for a convenience fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number ready, and reach the jail at 213-473-6100.
• Licensed bail bond agents in Los Angeles County can facilitate payment.
• Property bonds are available in many courts: an owner may pledge land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond amount (often double) with the deed and a recent tax or appraisal figure, and the court that set bail decides whether to accept it.

For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the North County Correctional Facility Bail FAQ page.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility? What is the Schedule?

North County Correctional Facility Inmate Visitation Schedule and Visitation Rules

All visits must be made online with GTL
No registration and no appointment = No Visit

Using the GTL Online App to first register, then selecting an inmate and then making an appointment can be confusing, so if you are having trouble call the Inmate Video Visitation System Help Desk at 213-680-4887 (Monday thru Friday) between 7:00AM and 2:00PM. That said, if you follow the instructions that follow each step of the registration process, it's quite simple.

For those who prefer to ask questions using email.

     VISITATION SCHEDULE

• Each inmate is allowed two 30-minute visits per week
• Arrive at least one hour before your scheduled visit.
• Bring your confirmation number/receipt and a valid, government-issued photo ID.
• Visits take place at the Pitchess Detention Main Visitation Center.
  29320 The Old Road - Castaic, CA

Attorneys may visit inmates at the North County Correctional Facility Monday - Thursday from 9:00AM to 8:00PM, or Fridays 11:00AM to 7:00PM.
Clergy members may make their own arrangements with the Chaplain’s office by calling 323-526-5390.

     VISITATION RULES

• All visits must be scheduled in advanced. There will be no walk-in appointments allowed nor scheduled at facilities.
• You must have proof of vaccine, proof of a recent (3 days) COVID test, or have proof of recovery in order to visit. 
• Visitors must wear a mask at all times and maintain at least six feet of distance.
• Only one adult visitor or one adult with one child will be allowed at a time. (Note: During normal visitation, up to six visitors - which includes three children - are allowed per inmate. This may change once the pandemic panic is over).
• If you are a convicted felon or currently on parole or probation, you need a preapproval to visit. Fill out and submit this form, and you can expect to receive a letter within about a month granting or denying permission.
• Minors 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian unless legally emancipated. Appropriate paperwork is required as proof of status, including guardianship or emancipation.
• Children must show some form of a photo ID and remain closely supervised at all times.
• Personal belongings should be left behind or will be stored in lockers. Strictly prohibited items include cell phones/electronic devices/cameras, tobacco products, waterless hand sanitizers containing alcohol, medications (including homeopathic) hygiene products, stationery, carabiner shackle tools, plastics of all kinds.
• Do not arrive under the influence of alcohol or drugs (or with contraband in your possession) or you may be subject to arrest.
• Persons causing a disruption will be ejected from the visitation area
• There is also a strictly enforced dress code for visitors at the North County Correctional Jail. The following may deny you entry:
   - Revealing clothing, such as strapless and midriff-baring tops, see-through material or display of cleavage
   - Skirts, shorts or dresses that are higher than mid-thigh
   - Gang-affiliated clothes and accessories
   - Bare feet
   - Swimsuits
   - Bare torsos or muscle/sleeveless shirts
   - Clothing with graphics depicting nudity, violence, drugs or gang themes

North County Correctional Facility Visitation Page - Find more of the the Rules, Policies and Guidelines regarding Inmate Visitation below.
Read carefully and save yourself a trip, and a wasted day sitting around waiting, for nothing.

How to Arrange Video Visitation with North County Correctional Facility Inmates

Follow these instructions to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL.

• Register yourself and all visitors.
• Select North County Correctional Facility
• Select your inmate.
• Schedule your preferred time for the visit.

For all the information you need to know regarding scheduling, cost, rules, tips and guidelines of inmate visits at the North County Correctional Facility, check out our Visit Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility?

ConnectNetwork / ViaPath Video Visitation

Provider: ConnectNetwork / GTL • ViaPath Technologies

ConnectNetwork → ViaPath →

ConnectNetwork Video Visitation (powered by GTL and ViaPath Technologies) allows friends and family members to schedule and conduct live, face-to-face video visits with incarcerated loved ones from home. Using an internet-connected smartphone, tablet, or PC equipped with a webcam, visitors connect directly through housing-unit video stations or assigned tablets, eliminating the need to travel to the correctional facility.

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Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required

Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit

• Visit web.connectnetwork.com or download the ConnectNetwork mobile application.
• Register your account and upload a clear photograph of your valid government ID for institutional review.
• Search for your facility by state and agency name, then link your loved one using their legal name or booking ID.
• Wait for email notification confirming that facility administration has approved your visitor status.
• Select Video Visits, view the facility's open calendar schedule, and select an available time slot.
• Pay any required session fees using a debit or credit card and save your appointment confirmation.
• Log into the portal 10 to 15 minutes before your scheduled start time with a working camera, microphone, and stable high-speed internet connection.

What the Inmate Needs to Do

The inmate receives an on-screen prompt on their pod kiosk terminal or handheld tablet alerting them to the upcoming visit. At the scheduled time, they log into the terminal with their assigned PIN, position themselves in front of the screen, and conduct the session. Visitors and inmates must follow all facility dress codes and behavior rules; sessions are monitored and will be disconnected immediately if rules are broken.

Official Providers: ConnectNetwork Portal  |  myViaPath

Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-650-4249

Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM CST; Saturday – Sunday, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM CST

Supported Languages: English and Spanish

Other Services Provided by ConnectNetwork / ViaPath

In addition to Video Visitation, ConnectNetwork and ViaPath operate several financial and communication tools:

• Inmate Messaging: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's tablet or kiosk.
  • Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: ConnectNetwork Messaging
• Inmate Tablets: Discover educational programs, phone access, and entertainment offered on facility tablets.
  • Learn more on our website: Tablet Programs Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: ViaPath Tablet Programs
• AdvancePay Phone Calling: Prepay for phone calling credits so your loved one can call your mobile device directly.
  • Learn more on our website: AdvancePay Phone Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: ConnectNetwork Phone Services
• Online Bail Payments: Post court appearance bonds securely online to avoid in-person lobby visits.
  • Learn more on our website: Bail & Bond Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: TouchPay Bail Services

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at North County Correctional Facility, 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. Lobby kiosk - Ask the jail whether it has an Access Corrections kiosk for deposits.
4. By mail - Ask Access Corrections or the jail whether money orders can be mailed, and to what address.

Ask who the money order should be made out to, and include the inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Ask the North County Correctional Facility whether it accepts cash deposits in person, and where.

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: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Deposit Money in a North County Correctional Facility Inmate's Account

There are three ways to deposit money in an inmate's account in the Los Angeles County Jail system:
1.  Mailing a Payment - $200 maximum

Mailing Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
North County Correctional Facility
Terminal Annex
PO Box 86164
Los Angeles, CA 90086-0164

2.  Dropping off a payment - $200 maximum
When dropping off an inmate's money in person, the North County Correctional Facility will only accept:

• Cash
• US Postal Money Orders, or
• Certified Bank Cashier Checks from banks in California for deposit into an inmate’s account.

Locations to drop off inmate money:

Inmate Reception Center
450 Bauchet Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

or

Century Regional Detention Facility
11705 S. Alameda Street
Lynwood, CA 90262

3. Depositing online or at the North County Correctional Facility using Access Corrections.

For complete information and guidelines for sending an inmate money including: the maximum you can send, what form the payment has to be, the maximum an inmate can have in their account and more, check out our Inmate Money page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility?

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

• Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
• Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
• Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for North County Correctional Facility, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the North County Correctional Facility Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility, and what can I send them?

How to Send Mail to an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility

North County Correctional Facility Inmates are allowed mail in envelopes and on postcards. They are also allowed to receive photos.

They are also allowed to receive books, magazine and newspapers directly from trusted publishers and businesses.

Mailing Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
North County Correctional Facility
Terminal Annex
PO Box 86164
Los Angeles, CA 90086-0164

To learn all the rules, policies and guidelines, and they are extensive, for sending anything in the mail to an inmate at any of the Los Angeles County Jails, check out our Inmate Mail Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the North County Correctional Facility, and what can I purchase?

North County Correctional Facility contracts with Access Securepak for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak's catalog groups items into categories such as:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select California.
3. Select North County Correctional Facility.
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 customerservice@securepak.net.
* 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 North County Correctional Facility staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends. 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 a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Los Angeles County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in North County Correctional Facility follow these steps:

• Select California, then select North County Correctional Facility, and then select the 'Send a Package Order' option.
• Register and create an account with Access Securepak, for Los Angeles County.
• 
• Choose the inmate and the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
• NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Los Angeles County at any one time.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in North County Correctional Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Los Angeles County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the North County Correctional Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about North County Correctional Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-473-6100 for further assistance.

What are the other City and County Jails in Los Angeles County?

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