You can call the 25-bed Southwest Area LA Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 213-485-2615.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Southwest Area LA Jail at 213-485-2615 for assistance.
Phone: 213-485-2615
Physical Address:
1546 West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90062
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name and booking #
PO BOX 86164
Terminal Annex
Los Angeles, CA 90086-0164
Other Jails and Prisons
To get details on an inmate in the Southwest Area LA Jail, such as their charges, bond amount, visiting eligibility, or mugshot, visit the Official Jail Inmate Roster. You can also get information by calling 213-485-2615. In addition, you can look up a list of criminal courts for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.
Southwest Area LA Jail Inmate Search
Do you have a warrant for your arrest in Los Angeles County or anywhere else in California? Need details about a court case involving you, a friend, or a relative? The California Superior Court is a good place to start.
In Los Angeles County and every other court in California, most criminal defendants have a constitutional right to be released on bail before trial, with exceptions for certain capital and violent felony cases. The California Supreme Court has ruled that judges must consider a defendant’s ability to pay when setting bail, and can’t keep someone in jail simply because they can’t afford it unless no less restrictive option would protect public safety or ensure they return to court. Under Rule 4.101, judges also cannot consider whether the defendant has asked for a jury trial when setting bail.
The easiest way to find out an inmate’s bail at the Southwest Area LA Jail is to call the jail at 213-485-2615. If you know the charge the inmate was arrested for, you can also look up the Los Angeles County bail schedule yourself. The county accepts cash, a surety bond, or a property bond.
The Southwest Area LA Jail is licensed for 25 inmates at any given time, but it is often forced to make room for many more, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails in California, at least 35-40% of inmates turn over each month, another 25-30% every 90 days, another 15-20% every six months, and approximately 8-9% remain in custody between six and twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges such as rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in this county stay at one of the Los Angeles County facilities much longer.
Approximately 462,420 offenders are arrested and detained each year by Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies.
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Southwest Area LA Jail for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.
The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.
These are the steps of booking someone into the Southwest Area LA Jail:
If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 213-485-2615.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Southwest Area LA Jail in Los Angeles for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.
1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or Los Angeles County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail. Call 213-485-2615 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Los Angeles County California, check out the Southwest Area LA Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Southwest Area LA Jail? What is the Schedule?
1546 West Martin Luther King Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90062
213-485-2615
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 213-485-2615 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 Southwest Area LA Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 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 Southwest Area LA Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Southwest Area LA Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Southwest Area LA Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Southwest Area LA Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Southwest Area LA Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Southwest Area LA Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Southwest Area LA 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 Southwest Area LA Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Southwest 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 Southwest Area LA Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Southwest 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 Southwest Area LA Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Southwest 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 Southwest Area LA Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213-485-2615 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Los Angeles County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Los Angeles County?
