Metropolitan LA Jail

Q: Does Los Angeles County have bail?

Does Los Angeles County have bail? Yes, California is a bail state, and Los Angeles County allows bail; however California is among a growing number of states who will attempt to release a defendant under bail conditions and/or a reasonable dollar amount rather than impose a dollar amount that cannot be met.

Q: What kind of bonds are accepted in Los Angeles County?

What kind of bonds are accepted in Los Angeles County? The court will consider what type of bonds from the following list depending on the circumstances of the arrest. 1. Judicial public bail/bond is the release of a defendant without any money but must have some kind of supervision while out on bail. 2. Cash bail is payment by the defendant or another person in part or in full of the total bail. The Los Angeles County Clerk of Court supervises this bond. 3. Property bail is when one or more people put up property owned in the state of California to cover the bond. 4. Professional surety bail is when the defendant is release on bail by having a professional bond company execute the bond. 5. Unsecured bond is where the arrested is released from custody without having to pay a dollar amount upfront. Instead, the arrested and/or surety signs a bond that says that they will pay the full bond amount if they don’t show up to court. Even though there is no money paid, there are usually conditions such as supervised release, curfew, restraining order or attendance at a treatment center. 6. A secured bond is where someone called a surety puts up property with greater value than the bond. A professional bondsperson can be a surety in California or a family or friend with property value that exceeds the amount of the bond amount.

Q: Who can set bail in Los Angeles County?

Who can set bail in Los Angeles County? For most misdemeanors, the police and bail magistrate can set bail at the time of the arrest and initial detention. There are many factors to consider whether the arrested should be given bail and released or be detained until the arraignment. If the circumstances are such that the bail recommendations do not apply, then bail is set by the judge in Superior Court. The Superior Court judge can also consider changing the initial bail terms at the first court appearance.

Q: When is bail set in Los Angeles County California?

When is bail set in Los Angeles County California? For some lesser crimes, bail can be set at the time of initial detention and for other crimes, bail is set at the arraignment which must occur within 48 hours of the arrest.

Q: How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Metropolitan LA Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Metropolitan LA Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Metropolitan LA Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 213-485-2555. 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. Metropolitan LA Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Los Angeles County?

What happens during booking in Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Metropolitan LA Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Metropolitan LA Jail? 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 Los Angeles 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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 with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Metropolitan LA Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 213-485-2555 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Metropolitan LA Jail booking process take?

How long does the Metropolitan LA Jail 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Metropolitan LA Jail? 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 Metropolitan LA Jail 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Metropolitan LA Jail?

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Trying to locate an inmate? Search the Metropolitan LA Jail Official Jail Inmate Roster to see their charges, bond amount, visiting eligibility, and mugshot, or call 213-485-2555 to speak with the jail. Looking for a courthouse? Find the criminal courts in Los Angeles County or anywhere else in California.

Metropolitan LA Jail Inmate Search

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 Metropolitan LA Jail at 213-485-2555. 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 Metropolitan LA Jail is licensed to hold 25 inmates at a time, but it often has to make room for more, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails in California, at least 35-40% of the inmate population turns over each month, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months, while about 8-9% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Inmates held longer than a year are usually facing serious charges such as rape or murder. Because those cases take so long to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county on such charges remain in custody at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.

Each year, Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 529,180 offenders.

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Question 2

About the Metropolitan LA Jail

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The Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles, California has a maximum capacity of 1100 inmates, though it currently holds 726. It provides a variety of programs and other services to its inmates. The jail opened on February 3rd and had a 512-inmate capacity at that time. The Metropolitan LA Jail is located at 535 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012. The phone number for the jail is 213-485-0439. Visitation and bail information can be obtained by calling 213-356-3448. Parking is available at the MDC. Smoking is completely banned in the detention center. The Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles, California has visitation hours of 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Sundays, 2:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Mondays, and 8:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. on Saturdays. Visits can last up to 90 minutes and an inmate can have up to 3 visitors at a given time. Video visiting is available on Sundays from 12:30PM–6:30PM and Saturdays from 9AM–3PM. The Metropolitan LA Jail in California has been subject to a temporary restraining order due to allegations of mentally ill inmates being chained to chairs for days and sleeping next to urine-soaked floors. Other issues observed include overcrowding, limited access to or absence of trash cans, lack of ventilation, and inmates being forced to defecate in their cells. The jail houses both male and female offenders with a total inmate population of 737. Inmates are provided with access to CJA counsel and must review MDC LA's newest inmate policies. The Metropolitan Detention Center in Los Angeles, California is unique due to its size (272,000 square feet), its non-smoking policy, its distinct design which does not feature iron bars on the cells doors and refers to housing areas as rooms rather than cells, and its capacity of 1000 inmates. It is also larger than the Parker Center jail, which held about 440 inmates.

213-485-2555
213-473-6100
Adult Probation: 818-374-6635
CHP: 323-982-4900
LA County DA: 213-974-3512
LA County Juvenile Detention: 323-226-8611
LA County Juvenile Probation: 323-226-8611
LA Police Dept: 877-275-5273
LASD Bail: 213-473-6080
LASD Booking: 213-893-5327
LASD Cashier: 213-473-6049
LASD General Info: 213-229-1700
LASD Inmate Accounts: 213-893-5875
LASD Inmate Info: 213-473-6100
LASD Inmate Release: 213-893-5347
LASD Property: 213-893-4428
LASD Records: 562-345-4470
LASD Sheriff: 323-267-4800
LASD Visitation: 213-680-4887
LASD Warrants: 213-830-0198
LASD Work Release: 213-893-5345
Public Defender: 213-974-2811

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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How does the booking process work at Metropolitan LA Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Metropolitan LA Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.

It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.

The booking process at Metropolitan LA Jail typically includes the following steps:

Verifying identity.
Taking a mugshot.
Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
DNA collection, if required.
Conducting a thorough search.
Confiscating personal belongings.
Providing a free phone call.

Depending on circumstances, booking can take anywhere from one hour to up to 48 hours, especially during busy periods or if the individual is uncooperative. For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 213-485-2555.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Metropolitan LA Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Los Angeles County?

After an individual is apprehended and taken to Metropolitan LA Jail in Los Angeles for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:

1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 213-485-2555 for the exact bail amount.

There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.

Bail can be paid using cash, a money order, or a credit card.
A licensed bail bondsman in Los Angeles County can assist with payment.
Real estate located in the county can be used as bail collateral.

For more information on the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Metropolitan LA Jail Bail Information Page.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Metropolitan LA Jail? What is the Schedule?

Metropolitan LA Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Parker Center
150 North Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-485-2555

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 213-485-2555 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 213-485-2555 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 Metropolitan LA Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Metropolitan LA Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Metropolitan LA Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Metropolitan LA Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Metropolitan LA Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Metropolitan LA Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Metropolitan LA Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Metropolitan LA Jail, and what can I send them?

Metropolitan LA Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Metropolitan LA 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 Metropolitan LA 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:
Parker Center
150 North Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Parker Center
150 North Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

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 Metropolitan LA Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & 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 Metropolitan LA 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:
Parker Center
150 North Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Metropolitan LA Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Metropolitan LA Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Metropolitan LA Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Metropolitan LA Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Metropolitan LA 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 Metropolitan LA Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2555 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Other Jails in Los Angeles County

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

Los Angeles County County Jails

Century Regional Detention Facility LA County Inmate Reception Center Men's Central Jail North County Correctional Facility Pitchess Detention Center North Pitchess Detention Center South Twin Towers Correctional Facility

Los Angeles County City Jails

Alhambra City Jail Arcadia Jail Avalon Jail Azusa Jail Baldwin Park Jail Bell Jail Beverly Hills Jail Burbank Jail Carson Jail City of Industry Jail Claremont Jail Covina Jail Crescenta Valley Jail Culver City Jail Devonshire Area LA Jail (Temporarily Closed) Downey Jail El Monte Jail Foothill Area LA Jail Gardena Jail Glendale Jail Glendora Jail Harbor Area LA Jail Hawthorne Jail Hermosa Beach Jail Hollywood Area LA Jail Huntington Beach Huntington Park Jail Inglewood Jail La Verne Jail Lakewood Jail Lancaster Jail Lennox Jail Lomita Jail Long Beach City Men’s Jail Long Beach City Women’s Jail Los Angeles Police Jail - 77TH Street LA Regional Jail Malibu / Lost Hills Jail Manhattan Beach Jail Marina Del Rey Jail Maywood Jail Metropolitan LA Jail Monrovia Jail Montebello Jail Monterey Park Jail Norwalk Jail Pacific Area LA Jail Palmdale Jail Pasadena Jail Pico Rivera Jail Pomona Jail Redondo Beach Jail San Dimas Jail San Fernando Jail Santa Clarita Jail Santa Monica Jail Signal Hill Jail South Gate Jail Southwest Area LA Jail Sybil Brand Institute for Women Temple City Jail Torrance Jail Valley LA Jail Van Nuys Jail Vernon Jail Walnut Jail West Covina Jail West Hollywood Jail West Valley Area Jail Whittier Jail Wilshire Area LA Jail

Los Angeles County Juvenile Facilities

Dorothy Kirby Center Juvenile Camp Afflerbaugh Juvenile Camp Glenn Rockey Juvenile Camp Joseph Paige Juvenile Camp Vernon Kilpatrick LA COUNTY JAIL - Central Juvenile LA COUNTY JAIL - Nidorf Juvenile

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Question 15

Other Jails Nearby

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Los Angeles County?

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Metropolitan LA Jail

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Los Angeles County

Metropolitan LA Jail

How does the booking process work at Metropolitan LA Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Los Angeles County?

Metropolitan LA Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Metropolitan LA Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Los Angeles County

Metropolitan LA Jail

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Los Angeles County

Metropolitan LA Jail

How does the booking process work at Metropolitan LA Jail?

What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Los Angeles County?

Metropolitan LA Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Metropolitan LA Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Los Angeles County

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