Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail?

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Pacific Area LA Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Pacific Area LA Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 310-482-6488. 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. Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area 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 310-482-6488 during business hours.

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

How long does the Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail?

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Locate an inmate in the Pacific Area LA Jail by searching the Official Jail Inmate Roster, where you can view criminal charges, bond amounts, visiting eligibility, and mugshots. Or call the jail at 310-482-6488 to get the information over the phone. To locate a court, use the state’s list of courts for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.

Pacific Area LA Jail Inmate Search

To find out whether you have an arrest warrant in Los Angeles County or elsewhere in California, or to get details about a court case involving you or someone you know, a good first step is the California Superior Court.

California courts, including those in Los Angeles County, must respect most criminal defendants’ constitutional right to bail before trial, with exceptions for certain capital and violent felony cases. The California Supreme Court has ruled that judges must consider whether the defendant can afford the bail amount, and should use less restrictive release conditions when they would protect the public and ensure a court appearance. Rule 4.101 also forbids judges from considering whether a defendant wants a jury trial.

The fastest way to get an inmate’s bail amount is to call the Pacific Area LA Jail at 310-482-6488. You can also look up the Los Angeles County bail schedule if you know the crime the inmate was arrested for or accused of. The county accepts bail in cash, as a surety bond, or as a property bond.

The Pacific Area LA Jail is licensed for 25 inmates at any given time, yet it is often forced to make room for many more offenders, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in California turn over at least 35-40% of their population monthly, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months. Approximately 8-9% remain incarcerated between six and twelve months. Inmates who stay beyond twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county stay in custody at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.

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

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Question 2

About the Pacific Area LA Jail

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The Pacific Area Jail in California has a bed capacity of 5,640 inmates, making it one of the largest prisons in the United States. It houses inmates of all security levels, from general population to high security inmates. The prison populations of California declined by more than 22,500 from 2019 to 2020, but the Pacific Area Jail was not affected by this decrease. The Pacific Area Community Jail in Los Angeles, California is located at 12312 Culver Boulevard. The main jail can be contacted by phone at 310-482-6488 and fixed at 310-482-6419. To find out if a person is in custody, the public can call 213-473-6100. The Pacific Area LA Jail in California has visitation hours from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Monday through Sunday. Bail can be posted at the jail 24 hours a day. Video visits are available on Sundays from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm, and visitors can join remote visitation appointments from home using either a computer or mobile device. The Pacific Area Jail in Los Angeles, California has been subject to numerous inmate issues and conditions. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) implemented emergency actions to reduce population and maximize space. Additionally, Assembly Bill 109 was passed in 2011 which allowed for current non-violent, non-serious, and non-sex offenders to be supervised by county probation departments instead of state prisons. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has also filed an emergency court filing due to the "abysmal" conditions at the jail, with a temporary restraining order addressing allegations that mentally ill inmates were chained to chairs for days and left to sleep. The Pacific Area Jail in Los Angeles, California is unique in that it allows arrestees to make an unlimited number of free telephone calls during booking. It is also located in a high-incarceration area of South Central L.A., including neighborhoods such as Green Meadows, Watts, Manchester Square, Broadway-Manchester, and Vermont Vista. This contrasts with other California jails such as Pelican Bay State Prison and the California Correctional Institution which are located in more rural areas.

310-482-6488
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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Booking process details at Pacific Area LA Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Pacific Area LA Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.

It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.

The booking process at Pacific Area LA Jail typically involves the following steps:

Identifying the individual.
Taking a mugshot.
Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
DNA collection if applicable.
Conducting a full-body search.
Confiscating personal property.
Allowing a phone call.

Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 310-482-6488.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Pacific Area LA Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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How to post bail for a loved one in Los Angeles County

Once booked at Pacific Area LA Jail in Los Angeles, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 310-482-6488.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

Bail can be paid in cash, by credit card, or with a money order.
Licensed bail bondsmen in Los Angeles County can assist with the process.
Property within the county can also be used to pay bail.

For more details on the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail? What is the Schedule?

Pacific Area LA Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

12312 Culver Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066
310-482-6488

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 310-482-6488 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 310-482-6488 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 Pacific Area LA Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 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 Pacific Area LA Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pacific Area LA Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 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 Pacific Area LA Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pacific Area LA Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 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 Pacific Area LA Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pacific Area LA Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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

Pacific Area LA Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area 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:
12312 Culver Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
12312 Culver Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066

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 Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area 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:
12312 Culver Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90066

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Pacific Area LA Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 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 Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 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 Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Pacific Area 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 Pacific Area LA Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 310-482-6488 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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Pacific Area LA Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

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