Whittier Jail

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Whittier Jail

Inmate information is just a phone call away. The 25-bed Whittier Jail can be reached 24 hours a day at 562-567-9220.

This jail handles booking and processing for everyone arrested in the county on misdemeanor or felony charges. Detained inmates remain in custody until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial is complete.

The inmate search tool shows everyone currently in custody here.

Sentences under a year are served at this jail. Sentences over a year are served in the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on searching the official jail roster, directions to the facility, and services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.

Save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number. It will make mail and other contact much easier. If it’s not online, call Whittier Jail at 562-567-9220.

Phone

562-567-9220

Physical address

7315 Painter Ave
Whittier, CA 90602
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Full Name & Booking #

Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)

Inmate's Full Name & Booking #

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Find out if someone is in the Whittier Jail, what their charges are, how much their bond is set at, and when they can have visitors, and view their mugshot, by searching the Official Jail Inmate Roster. You can also call 562-567-9220. In addition, you can pull up a list of courts for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.

Whittier Jail Inmate Search

Think you might have a warrant in Los Angeles County or anywhere else in California? Need specifics on a court case involving you, a friend, or a relative? Start with the California Superior Court.

In California, including Los Angeles County, the constitution gives most criminal defendants the right to be released on bail before trial, except in certain capital and violent felony cases. According to the California Supreme Court, judges must consider what a defendant can afford and use less restrictive release conditions when those would protect the public and ensure a return to court. Under Rule 4.101, judges also cannot consider whether the defendant has requested a jury trial.

For the fastest answer on an inmate’s bail, call the Whittier Jail at 562-567-9220. If you know the crime they were arrested for, you can look up the Los Angeles County bail schedule yourself. This county accepts cash, surety, and property bonds.

The Whittier Jail is licensed for 25 inmates, but it often has to make room for more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in California turn over their inmate population on roughly this schedule:

  • At least 35-40% each month
  • Another 25-30% every 90 days
  • Another 15-20% every six months
  • About 8-9% remain six to twelve months

Anyone held longer than twelve months is usually facing a serious charge 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.

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The Whittier Jail in California has a capacity of 3,135 inmates as of July 31, 2022. It processes nearly 18,500 prisoners every year and houses inmates who are awaiting trial or sentencing. Inmates can be searched for online using the Whittier Jail Inmate Search, and the Whittier Jail also provides contact information, city, postal code, state, and county information. The Whittier Jail is located at 13200 Penn Street, Whittier, CA 90602. The jail operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and can be contacted by phone at 562 567-9220. Additional information about the jail can be found on the City of Whittier website, Light in Prison website, and Cell Block 7 website. Additional information about the jail can be found on the City of Whittier website, Light in Prison website, and Cell Block 7 website. The Whittier Police Department operates a Type I jail facility staffed by jailers from G4S Secure Solutions. California's Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) manages the state's prison system with an emphasis on public safety, rehabilitation, community reintegration and restorative justice. AB 109, which was effective October 1, 2011, shifted certain inmates from state prisons to county jails or supervised release rather than early release. The California Institution for Men in Chino is an aging prison in disrepair that has been costly and deadly. The Whittier Jail in California is unique in that it is a privately operated Type I jail facility, staffed by jailers from G4S Secure Solutions. It is located in the city of Whittier, which has a population of 87,306. The jail is part of the Norwalk Station of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, and is located at 11515 S. Colima Rd., Bldg F-103. It is also part of the Los Angeles County Probation Department, whose mission is to rebuild lives with integrity and the highest standards.
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How does the booking process work at Whittier Jail?

Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Whittier 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 Whittier 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.

For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 562-567-9220.

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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 Whittier Jail in Whittier 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 562-567-9220 for the exact bail amount.

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

  • To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 562-567-9220).
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Los Angeles County can assist with payment.
  • Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.

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

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

Whittier Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

7315 Painter Ave
Whittier, CA 90602
562-567-9220

  • 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 562-567-9220 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 562-567-9220 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 Whittier Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 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 Whittier Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Whittier Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Whittier Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Whittier Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Los Angeles County follow these instructions:

Whittier Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose California.
  • Choose Whittier Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your account.

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Whittier Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
  • NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
  • NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Los Angeles County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Whittier Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Whittier 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 Whittier Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Whittier Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Whittier Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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Do Inmates in the Whittier 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 Whittier Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-567-9220 for further assistance.

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