Sybil Brand Institute for Women

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Sybil Brand Institute for Women Information

Sybil Brand Institute for Women is a 25-bed jail in Monterey Park, Los Angeles County, California. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 213 473-6080.

This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Sybil Brand Institute for Women at 213 473-6080 for assistance.

Phone: 213 473-6080

Physical Address:
4500 E. City Terrace Dr.
Monterey Park, CA 90063

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How Do You Find Someone in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women?

To search for an inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 213 473-6080 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.

Sybil Brand Institute for Women Inmate Search

The Sybil Brand Institute for Women maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Sybil Brand Institute for Women has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 529,180 offenders.

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About the Sybil Brand Institute for Women
The Sybil Brand Institute for Women in California had a design capacity of 900 and a peak occupancy of 2,800. It was damaged by the 1994 Northridge earthquake and has since been closed. The Sybil Brand Institute for Women is located at 4500 East City Terrace Drive, Monterey Park, CA, 90063. The facility can be contacted 24 hours a day, 365 days a year at 213-473-6080. The Sybil Brand Institute for Women in California has visitation hours from Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Visiting is also allowed on New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day and Thanksgiving. Visitors are not allowed to visit after 2pm. Inmates can receive money, photos, postcards and phone calls. The Sybil Brand Institute for Women in Los Angeles County, California was a disused women's jail named after 20th century jail conditions activist Sybil Brand. Inmates of the institute brought a lawsuit against the county of Los Angeles in 1979, alleging unconstitutional conditions and overcrowding. The LA Times reported on problems at the institute in 1988, including inadequate medical care and overcrowding. Following action by LA County Supervisor Hilda Solis, the county identified new uses for the site that would honor Brand's legacy and improve outcomes for incarcerated women. When it closed, inmates were transferred to the Twin Towers complex and its interior walls had a pink color. The Sybil Brand Institute for Women in California is unique due to its history of activism and reform. It was named after 20th century jail conditions activist Sybil Brand, and was built in 1963 with a design capacity of 900 and peak occupancy of 2,800. Supervisor Solis has taken action to identify new uses for the institute that honor Brand's dedication to improving conditions and outcomes for incarcerated women. The institute has been subject to scrutiny due to its overcrowding and lack of resources, leading to a lawsuit by inmates in 1987.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Sybil Brand Institute for Women?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Sybil Brand Institute for Women for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Sybil Brand Institute for Women include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Sybil Brand Institute for Women at 213 473-6080.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

Steps to pay bail in Los Angeles County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Sybil Brand Institute for Women in Monterey Park for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 213 473-6080.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Los Angeles County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Sybil Brand Institute for Women Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women? What is the Schedule?

Sybil Brand Institute for Women ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

4500 E. City Terrace Dr.
Monterey Park, CA 90063
213 473-6080

  • 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 213 473-6080 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 213 473-6080 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 Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women, and what can I send them?

Sybil Brand Institute for Women Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Sybil Brand Institute for Women 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 Sybil Brand Institute for Women 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:
4500 E. City Terrace Dr.
Monterey Park, CA 90063



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
4500 E. City Terrace Dr.
Monterey Park, CA 90063



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 Sybil Brand Institute for Women allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Sybil Brand Institute for Women 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:
4500 E. City Terrace Dr.
Monterey Park, CA 90063

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Sybil Brand Institute for Women have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Sybil Brand Institute for Women’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 213 473-6080 for further assistance.

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