Manhattan Beach Jail

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Manhattan Beach Jail

The 25-bed Manhattan Beach Jail is staffed around the clock, and you can call 310-802-5189 at any hour for inmate information.

Arrestees charged with misdemeanors or felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing. If held, they stay until they post bail, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody through the end of their trial.

The facility’s roster of current inmates is available through the inmate search tool.

Convicted inmates with sentences of less than a year remain here. Inmates with sentences of more than a year are sent on to the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page includes information about the visitation schedule, sending money to an inmate’s account, mail, receiving calls from an inmate, voicemail, email and text messaging, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

Find and save the inmate’s booking number early, since you may need it for letters and other communication. Can’t find it online? Call Manhattan Beach Jail at 310-802-5189.

Phone

310-802-5189

Physical address

420 15th Street
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Get directions

Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's first and last name-booking #
PO BOX 86164
Terminal Annex
Los Angeles, CA 90086-0164

Other Jails and Prisons

The Manhattan Beach Jail roster is available online through the Official Jail Inmate Roster. Search it to find an inmate’s charges, bond amount, visiting eligibility, and mugshot, or call the jail at 310-802-5189. You can also find a criminal court in Los Angeles County or anywhere else in California.

Manhattan Beach Jail Inmate Search

If you’re trying to find out about a warrant for your arrest in Los Angeles County or anywhere in California, or you need information about a court case involving someone you know, the California Superior Court is a good place to begin.

Courts in Los Angeles County and throughout California must honor most criminal defendants’ constitutional right to bail before trial, except in certain capital and violent felony cases. The California Supreme Court has held that a defendant’s ability to pay must be considered, and that jailing someone only because they can’t afford bail is unconstitutional unless no less restrictive alternative would protect public safety or ensure their appearance. Rule 4.101 adds that judges cannot consider a defendant’s request for a jury trial when setting bail.

The easiest way to learn an offender’s bail at the Manhattan Beach Jail is a phone call to 310-802-5189. If you know the charge, you can also check the bail schedule for Los Angeles County yourself. The county takes cash, surety bonds, and property bonds.

Even though the Manhattan Beach Jail is licensed for 25 inmates, it is often forced to accommodate many more, especially on weekends. In most city and county jails in California, at least 35-40% of the population turns over each month, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months. About 8-9% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Offenders who stay longer than a year are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder, and because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, anyone arrested in this county on such charges remains in one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.

Approximately 462,420 offenders are arrested and detained every year by Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies.

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The Manhattan Beach Jail in California has a capacity of 14 inmates. It has 8 jail cells and can accommodate up to 3 adults and 5 people for visits at any one time. The Manhattan Beach Jail is located at 420 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA, 90266. The non-emergency phone number for the jail is 310-802-5140, and the booking number is 310-802-5189. Visiting hours are available on the Manhattan Beach website, and inmates can be contacted by phone or mail. Visitation hours at the Manhattan Beach Jail in California are from 8am to 7pm daily. Inmates are not permitted to have visitors. The Manhattan Beach Jail in California is a short-term, Type 1 facility mainly used for housing arrestees awaiting their arraignment date in court. Inmates can be searched online to determine if they are in custody, and the police department will not release information about juveniles. Poor conditions for inmates have been reported, such as those with mental health issues or suicidal ideations being chained and restrained. The Manhattan Beach Jail in California is a short-term, Type 1 facility mainly used for housing arrestees awaiting their arraignment date in court. It is located in the city of Manhattan Beach, which has several distinct neighborhoods including the "Strand". The jail also houses people who have been sentenced, and is located near Bruce's Beach, which was purchased by Willa Bruce in 1912 and 1920 as a beachfront property for African Americans. In recent years, mutilated birds have been found along the beach, leading to speculation that they may have been part of Santeria rituals.
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The booking procedure at Manhattan Beach Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Manhattan Beach 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 Manhattan Beach Jail includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 310-802-5189.

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How to handle bail after an arrest in Los Angeles County

If someone has been booked at Manhattan Beach Jail in Manhattan Beach, 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 310-802-5189.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • The usual way to post a cash bond is to pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk of court by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also offer card payment through a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor for a fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (call 310-802-5189 for the jail).
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Los Angeles County.
  • Real property bonds are accepted in many courts: an owner may offer land or a home after showing clear title and equity of at least the bond, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves it.

For a full guide to the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Manhattan Beach Jail Bail Information Page.

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Manhattan Beach Jail? What is the Schedule?

Manhattan Beach Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

420 15th Street
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
310-802-5189

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 310-802-5189 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 310-802-5189 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 Manhattan Beach Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 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 Manhattan Beach Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manhattan Beach Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Manhattan Beach Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manhattan Beach Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Manhattan Beach Jail?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Manhattan Beach Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Los Angeles County follow these instructions:

Manhattan Beach Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose California.
  • Choose Manhattan Beach Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your account.

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Manhattan Beach Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
  • NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
  • NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Los Angeles County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, 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 Manhattan Beach Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Manhattan Beach 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 Manhattan Beach Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Manhattan Beach Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manhattan Beach Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Manhattan Beach Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Manhattan Beach Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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Do Inmates in the Manhattan Beach 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 Manhattan Beach Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-802-5189 for further assistance.

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