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Solano County Justice Center

Solano County Justice Center
500 Union Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533

707-421-7100

The Solano County Justice Center is the main jail in Solano County California. While the police in the cities and towns in Solano County can arrest and detain offenders, the Solano County Justice Center is the facility that is accredited by California to hold inmates for more than 72 hours.

The Solano County Justice Center is located at:
500 Union Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533 

It can be reached 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling 707-421-7100.

The main reason that people call 707-421-7100 is to find out if a particular person is in custody, although you can look up an inmate online by going here. You can also get answers to whatever questions about an inmate, and the services for Solano County Justice Center that you may have by clicking on any of the questions below:

How to search for an inmate?
Can you look up an inmate’s mugshot?
How do you look up an offender’s criminal charges, bond or inmate number?
How do you visit an inmate?
What are the visitation hours?
Can you visit inmates in Solano County by video from home?
How do you get phone calls from an inmate?
Can you send mail, books, or newspapers to an inmate?
How do you send an inmate money?
Does Solano County Justice Center have inmate commissary?
Can an inmate receive and/or send email or text messages?
Do inmates in Solano County have access to computers or tablets?
How do you pay an inmate’s bail or bond?

Every year the Solano County Justice Center has approximately 14700 bookings, with a daily average of 735 inmates and maintains control of the facility with a staff of 183.

Inmates in this jail range from low level misdemeanor offenders to those being held and awaiting trial for violent crimes like robbery, rape, and murder. Therefore, given the mix of potentially dangerous inmates, the security level is very high. 

The Solano County Justice Center is equipped with a state-of-the-art locking system, closed circuit cameras covering every area where inmates are located, and jail staff that utilize a communication system that keeps each of the guards and civilian staff in constant contact. 

Guards that circulate in the same general area of the inmates are armed with eye-blinding mace that will turn an inmate having a violent outburst into a weeping child. They also carry stun weapons, short clubs, flashlights that have dual use as both a light source and as a weapon, and handcuffs. Guards at entrances and in areas not frequented by inmates are armed with various firearms. The goal of such tight security is to keep both the staff and the inmates safe.

Go to this page for other jails in Solano County, jails in neighboring counties, and local police jails and juvenile detention centers for young offenders under age 18 in this county.

Unlike the California Department of Corrections, where inmates are sent once convicted of a crime and sentenced to a period of more than a year, the Solano County Jail System is populated by short-term offenders; those who have just been arrested and awaiting to be bonded out by friends or family, those who cannot afford or get bailed and are awaiting trial, or those who have already been convicted of a crime and sentenced to a term of less than one year. Many of the latter inmates become ‘workers’, who can reduce their sentence by performing jail maintenance or working in the kitchen. An upside to being a worker is they also get paid a small stipend so when they get released, they have a few dollars in their pocket.

When an inmate is convicted and sentenced to a year or more, they are transferred to the California Department of Corrections or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.  

Inmates that are convicted of a misdemeanor and/or sentenced to less than one year of a state crime serve their time in the Solano County Justice Center. 

Illegal immigrants convicted of a state or federal crime will first do their time, then may be transferred into ICE custody for deportation.

Solano County Justice Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Solano County Justice Center there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail, newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to the Solano County Justice Center:
Inmate's Name & Inmate Number
Solano County Justice Center
500 Union Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.


 

How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Solano County Justice Center by Phone

Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)

  • Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
  • Pin Debit  -  This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
  • Voicemail  -  You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Solano County Justice Center, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.

For full instructions on the Solano County Justice Center Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.


 

How to Deposit Money into an Inmate's Account in Solano County Justice Center

To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Solano County, follow these instructions:

  • Create an account with Touchpay Services, a GTL company.
  • Select California.
  • Select Solano County Justice Center
  • Enter the Inmate ID of your inmate.  This can be found by calling 707-421-7100 or by looking up the inmate's name in the Inmate Search link.
  • Enter your billing information and send money.
  • You can also deposit cash using the kiosk at the Solano County Justice Center.  To do this you need the Inmate's ID Number and the Facility Locator Number for Solano County.

For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.


 

How to visit an inmate in Solano County California using Video Visitation or visiting an inmate at the jail

To visit an inmate in Solano County follow these steps:

  • In addition to visiting inmates at the jail, Solano County Justice Center uses a video visitation service called iWebVisit.com.
  • In order to visit with your inmate online or at the Solano County Jail Video Kiosk, you must first register with iWebVisit.
  • Registering is free.
  • Next, select “Choose A Facility” and then select Solano County Justice Center. This will become your “Default” facility each time you log in.
  • Next, Click “Schedule a Visit” and enter your inmate's name and inmate number.
  • Select either “Visit Now” or “Schedule Visit Later” and choose an available date and time.
  • After your visit payment is processed, you may begin visiting your inmate in Solano County at your scheduled time. 

Who do you contact if you are having any problems arranging the remote video visit of an inmate in Solano County?
Call iWebVisit support at 775-434-8748. They are available 7 Days a week (5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. PST / 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. EST)

For full instructions on all the benefits of using IC Solutions to visit a Solano County inmate, visiting an inmate at the jail itself, rates, policies, rules, dress codes, bringing children, attorney and clergy visits and more, go to our official Visit Inmate Page. 


 

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Solano County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Solano County Justice Center follow these steps:

  • Register here to create an account with icaregifts for Solano County.
  • Choose California, then Solano County Justice Center, and then the products you want shipped to them, and input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Solano County at any one time.
  • There are a total of fourteen (14) pre-determined icaregift packs available to choose from. 
  • The gift packs for inmates in Solano County range in price from $10.49 for ten pre-stamped envelopes, 2 pens and a pad of writing paper, to $104.99 for a box of 85 snack and food items.

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Solano County Justice Center, as well as sending money to the inmate so that they can purchase their own items, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Solano County.


 

Third Party Jail Inmate Services for Solano County Justice Center

Communication and Monetary Services for Family and Friends of Inmates

Gone are the days where Solano County Justice Center supervised their own phone system, mail system, visitation, commissary and inmate money deposit systems. Jails throughout the United States are now partnering with high tech companies to provide and manage these servives for them and the jail in Solano County is no different.

Everything from video calls, to messages to visitation, and even digital mail and money deposits can be done from your home computer or personal device. Inmates in Solano County Justice Center, if they don't already, will soon have their own personal tablets for watching movies, TV shows, access to educational and and legal information, and more.

As Solano County Justice Center adds these services, JAILEXCHANGE will add them to our pages, helping you access the services and answering your questions about how to use them and what they cost.

You can check out this information now by going to the: Family Info page, Visit Inmate page, Inmate Mail page, Inmate Phone page, Send Money page, Inmate Bail page, Mugshots page, Text/Email an Inmate page, Commissary page, Remote Visits page, or the Tablet Rental page. 

Solano County Justice Center

STATE COUNTY BEDS
California Solano 735


PHYSICAL ADDRESS

500 Union Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533


TELEPHONE NUMBER

INMATE MAIL

Inmate's First and Last Name
500 Union Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533


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Frequently Asked Questions

How many inmates are in the Solano County Justice Center in California?
There are 735 inmates in the Solano County Justice Center in California. While that is what they are approved to have incarcerated at any one time, they have on occasion had to add additional beds, even having inmates sleep on the floor when overcrowding becomes an issue. When possible, Solano County Justice Center will temporarily transfer some inmates to a neighboring facility, or if necessary, release some offenders from custody. Learn more about how to search for a specific inmate in the Solano County Justice Center.

How many people get arrested and booked into the Solano County Justice Center in California every year?
In 2021, a total of 14700 offenders were booked into the Solano County Justice Center in California. That is less than previous years, mostly due to restrictions related to the COVID pandemic. As of April 2022, the number of arrests and bookings are returning to normal, which means they are running higher than 2021. Learn more about how to search for an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center.

How many people work at the Solano County Justice Center in California?
The Solano County Justice Center maintains a staff of approximately 183. Staff positions include correction officers, maintenance, clerical, kitchen workers and management. California law allows for inmates to work alongside the paid staff during their incarceration, saving the facility money. Even though the inmates are paid, the cost is less than 15% of what a normal worker from the outside would be paid.

Does the Solano County Justice Center in California have an inmate search or jail roster to see who is in custody?
Yes, the Solano County Justice Center in California has an Inmate Search Roster feature. Learn more about how to search for an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center. When you get to this page click on the big green button that reads 'OFFICIAL Solano County Justice Center INMATE LIST'. After clicking on the link, type in the offender's name and then click 'search'. You can always call and speak to someone on the staff at 707-421-7100 if you are have further questions. In most cases the Inmate Roster provides information about the inmate's bond, criminal charges, mugshot, and even their release date, as long as they are not being sent to a California prison or the US Bureau of Prisons to serve a sentence that is longer than one year.

What is the address and phone number of the Solano County Justice Center in California?
The Solano County Justice Center address and phone number is: 500 Union Avenue
Fairfield, CA 94533. Their phone number is 707-421-7100. To find out the address for sending an inmate mail, sending newspapers, magazines or care packages, learn more about how to mail an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center.

Where do I found out all the inmate services at Solano County Justice Center, such as visitation policy and schedule, how the inmate phone system works, emailing an inmate, and sending them money to buy things in commissary?
Here is where you get direct access to all the information you need for Solano County Justice Center inmate services: Learn more about how to visit an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center. Learn more about how to get phone calls from an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center. Learn more about how to text/email an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center. Learn more about how to send money to an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center. Learn more about how to mail an inmate and what's allowed in the Solano County Justice Center. Learn more about inmate commissary in the Solano County Justice Center.

How do I bail or bond an inmate out of the Solano County Justice Center?
Call 707-421-7100 for the type of bond and any information that is required for a particular individual at Solano County Justice Center. A bond is set according to a court-approved schedule. You will either have to pay a cash bail, or put up a private, surety or a property bond to guarantee to the court that the defendant will return on their assigned court date. Learn more about how to bail or bond out an inmate in the Solano County Justice Center.

This facility, known as "Solano County Justice Center" is also known as Solano County Justice Center Detention Facility, Solano County Custody Division, Solano County Jail, Solano County Jail, Justice Center Detention Facility, Solano County Jail, Justice Center Detention Facility, California, Solano.