You can call the 25-bed San Dimas Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 909-599-1261.
This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.
The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on inmate services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call San Dimas Jail at 909-599-1261 for assistance.
Phone: 909-599-1261
Physical Address:
270 S. Walnut Avenue
San Dimas, CA 91773
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
Whether you need an inmate’s charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, or mugshot, you can find it on the Official Jail Inmate Roster for the San Dimas Jail. The jail can also be reached at 909-599-1261. The state also offers a court finder for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.
Whether you’re checking for a warrant in Los Angeles County or anywhere in California, or looking for details on a court case involving you, a friend, or a relative, the California Superior Court is a good first stop.
In California, including Los Angeles County, most criminal defendants have a constitutional right to bail before trial, except in certain capital and violent felony cases. Under a California Supreme Court ruling, judges setting bail must consider the defendant’s ability to pay and look at less restrictive conditions before detaining someone who can’t afford bail. Rule 4.101 prohibits judges from considering whether a defendant has requested a jury trial.
To learn an inmate’s bail amount, call the San Dimas Jail at 909-599-1261. If you know what the inmate has been charged with, you can also check the bail schedule for Los Angeles County on your own. Bail can be posted in cash, with a surety bond, or with a property bond.
The San Dimas Jail is licensed for 25 inmates, but it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. 35-40% or more of the inmate population at most city and county jails in California turns over monthly, another 25-30% every 90 days, and another 15-20% every six months, with about 8-9% staying six to twelve months. Inmates held longer than 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 remain in custody at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.
Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 462,420 offenders every year.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to San Dimas 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 San Dimas Jail typically includes the following steps:
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 909-599-1261.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to San Dimas Jail in San Dimas 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 909-599-1261 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the San Dimas Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the San Dimas Jail? What is the Schedule?
270 S. Walnut Avenue
San Dimas, CA 91773
909-599-1261
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 909-599-1261 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 San Dimas Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 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 San Dimas Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Dimas Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the San Dimas Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Dimas Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the San Dimas Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Dimas Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the San Dimas 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 San Dimas Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the San Dimas Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Dimas Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the San Dimas Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Dimas Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the San Dimas 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 San Dimas Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 909-599-1261 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Los Angeles County?
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