South County Detention Center

Search for an Inmate in Tulare County

South County Detention Center Information

Located in Porterville, Tulare County, California, the South County Detention Center is a 519-bed jail. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 559-782-7800.

This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Inmates remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is settled.

The inmate search tool provides access to the jail's roster of those in custody.

Individuals sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here. Those sentenced to more than a year are transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page offers detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

Save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call South County Detention Center at 559-782-7800 for assistance.

Phone: 559-782-7800

Physical Address:
1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the South County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the South County Detention Center, 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 559-782-7800 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Tulare County and every other county in California.

South County Detention Center Inmate Search

The South County Detention Center maintains an average of 519 offenders in custody on any given day. The South County Detention Center 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 Tulare County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 47,580 offenders.

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About the South County Detention Center

There are four jail facilities in Tulare County

The South County Detention Center is one of several facilities operated in Tulare County by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office. It provides secure housing for all inmates of any security level, both male and female, who are sentenced to detention.

To determine if someone you know is in the location, they can be called at 559-782-7800, and will be able to provide location, bail, and confirm visiting.

While incarcerated all basic needs, health care, and mental health will be provided onsite, with transportation to outside care providers and courts as needed.

Counseling, both group and individual are provided, and support groups operate regularly. There is a medical unit to address all illness or injury, and healthy meals are provided three times each day.

To maintain outside connections inmates may send and receive mail using their name and ID number to:

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

... though it must have a full return address and contain no contraband, adult content, or conversation of illegal activity.

During the days inmates may place outgoing calls at the phones in the common areas, but these phones do not accept incoming calls. Visits will be scheduled online or by contacting the facility at 559-782-7800 to determine the inmate schedule and when they are approved for their visits.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How is booking conducted at South County Detention Center?

After an arrest, individuals are transported to South County Detention Center for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.

Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.

Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at South County Detention Center:

  • Verifying identification information.
  • Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection.
  • Physical search for contraband or weapons.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Granting a free phone call.

The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 559-782-7800.

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Directions / Map to the South County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for someone arrested in Tulare County

When an individual is arrested and booked at South County Detention Center in Porterville, the outcomes include:

1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 559-782-7800 for specific bail amounts.

Bail payments can be made in different ways.

  • Cash, credit, or money order are accepted forms of payment.
  • You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Tulare County.
  • County real estate property can be used as collateral.

For further information on posting bail in Tulare County, California, visit the South County Detention Center Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the South County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

South County Detention Center INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257

559-782-7800

  • Register with IC Solutions for all video visits from home or from the South County Detention Center
  • At home video visits cost $15.00 per 30 minute visit.
  • All video visits must be scheduled at least one day in advance, but no more than one week in advance.
  • Other than the two free 30 minute onsite visits per week at South County Detention Center, each inmate will be allowed no more than two additional paid onsite video visits per week and two paid internet home visits per day. (This only pertains to inmates housed at South County Detention Facility)
  • On-site visitors shall be required to show current and valid state or federal photo ID when requesting approval for visitation. If a visitor cannot produce current valid ID, the authorization to the visit will be denied. 
  • You must wait 45 days after being released from custody before you can visit an inmate. This waiting period applies to visits with members of your immediate family
  • Visitors must check in five minutes or more before your on-site video visit begins with required ID for each scheduled visitor.
  • No more than two people at visiting station, excluding infants. If there are more than two approved visitors you may choose how to divide the time between the visitors.
  • Any visitor under the age of 18 must have their Birth Certificate and be accompanied with a parent or legal guardian.
  • Any child over the age of 2 years (24 months) will be considered a visitor.

    AT HOME VISITATION SCHEDULE
    • DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY

      7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM

      MONDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM

      AT SOUTH COUNTY DETENTION CENTER
      VISITATION SCHEDULE
      1960 W Scranton Ave.
      Porterville, CA 93257
      DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      MONDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM

      REFUNDS
      All video visits must be canceled at least 24 hours prior to the start of the visit or you will be expected to show and deemed a no-show if you fail to attend. Paid Visit Refunds: 48+ hours in advance: 100% Refund 24 - 48 hours in advance: 50% Refund Under 24 hours in advance: NO Refund No refunds will be issued for visits stopped due to inappropriate behavior, inappropriate dress or other policy violations. Full refunds will be issued for visits cancelled by the facility (except if due to policy violations).
  • LEGAL & PROFESSIONAL VIDEO VISITATION

South County Detention Center uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • The cost for a remote video visit ranges from $7-10 for 20-25 minute visit. Rates are subject to change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
•    You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    South County Detention Center can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

South County Detention Center uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.



In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

  • Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
  • Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

  • The cost for a remote video visit ranges from $7-10 for 20-25 minute visit. Rates are subject to change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
•    You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    South County Detention Center can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 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 South County Detention Center?

South County Detention Center INMATE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257

559-782-7800

  • Register with IC Solutions for all video visits from home or from the South County Detention Center
  • At home video visits cost $15.00 per 30 minute visit.
  • All video visits must be scheduled at least one day in advance, but no more than one week in advance.
  • Other than the two free 30 minute onsite visits per week at South County Detention Center, each inmate will be allowed no more than two additional paid onsite video visits per week and two paid internet home visits per day. (This only pertains to inmates housed at South County Detention Facility)
  • On-site visitors shall be required to show current and valid state or federal photo ID when requesting approval for visitation. If a visitor cannot produce current valid ID, the authorization to the visit will be denied. 
  • You must wait 45 days after being released from custody before you can visit an inmate. This waiting period applies to visits with members of your immediate family
  • Visitors must check in five minutes or more before your on-site video visit begins with required ID for each scheduled visitor.
  • No more than two people at visiting station, excluding infants. If there are more than two approved visitors you may choose how to divide the time between the visitors.
  • Any visitor under the age of 18 must have their Birth Certificate and be accompanied with a parent or legal guardian.
  • Any child over the age of 2 years (24 months) will be considered a visitor.

    AT HOME VISITATION SCHEDULE
    • DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY

      7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM

      MONDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      8:00PM to 10:30PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM to 11:30AM
      1:00PM to 4:30PM
      ​​​​​​​8:00PM to 10:30PM

      AT SOUTH COUNTY DETENTION CENTER
      VISITATION SCHEDULE
      1960 W Scranton Ave.
      Porterville, CA 93257
      DAY TIMES
      SUNDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      MONDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      TUESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      WEDNESDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      THURSDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      FRIDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM
      SATURDAY 7:45AM - 4:20PM

      REFUNDS
      All video visits must be canceled at least 24 hours prior to the start of the visit or you will be expected to show and deemed a no-show if you fail to attend. Paid Visit Refunds: 48+ hours in advance: 100% Refund 24 - 48 hours in advance: 50% Refund Under 24 hours in advance: NO Refund No refunds will be issued for visits stopped due to inappropriate behavior, inappropriate dress or other policy violations. Full refunds will be issued for visits cancelled by the facility (except if due to policy violations).
  • LEGAL & PROFESSIONAL VIDEO VISITATION

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?

There are multiple ways to add money to an inmate's account at South County Detention Center, using Access Corrections Secure Deposits

1. Online - Making a deposit using a verified Visa or Mastercard online, or using their Apple or Android App.
2. By phone - Dial 866.345.1884 to reach their 24/7 Access Corrections domestic call centers.
3. Jail Lobby Kiosk - Kiosks accept cash, credit cards, and debit cards.
4. Mail-in Lockbox - Friends or Family who do not have a credit or debit card can mail money orders to their secure lockbox to make deposits to an inmate’s account. Depositors use a customized form that captures all needed information. Upon receipt, they process and post the deposits to the inmate's trust fund in approximately 48 hours.

Money orders may be mailed to inmates at:
Access Corrections
P.O. Box 12486
St. Louis, MO 63132

Money orders must be made out to "Access Secure Deposits".
Include the state, city, inmate name and ID number on all money orders.

5. Walk-in Cash Deposits - Go to any Cash Pay Today location to deposit cash to your inmate's account.

Secure Deposits - Frequently Asked Questions
Secure Deposits - Video Tutorial on How it Works
Secure Deposits - Help Pages

Customer Service Contacts:
Phone: 866-345-1884
Emailcustomerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tulare County

To send commissary money to an inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select South County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for South County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?

How Do Inmates in South County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Tulare County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

  • South County Detention Center uses the services of IC Solutions.
  • Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407
  • Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
  • Services for Tulare County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Tulare County.
  • Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Tulare County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 South County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the South County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

South County Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The South County Detention Center 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 South County Detention Center 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291



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 South County Detention Center 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 South County Detention Center 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291

South County Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the South County Detention 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 is to be shipped to the South County Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate Jacket ID#
Tulare County Detentions
36714 Road 112
Visalia, CA 93291


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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the South County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

South County Detention Center contracts with Access Securepak (aka MyCarePak) for families to send pre-determined packages of commissary items to your inmate.

Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel

Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select California.
3. Select South County Detention Center.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
    Access Securepak
    10880 Linpage Place
    St. Louis, MO 63132

* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
   Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST, 
   and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.

*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by South County Detention Center staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the South County Detention Center's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.


*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Tulare County

To send commissary money to an inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register with Access Corrections by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select South County Detention Center, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for South County Detention Center.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the South County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

Emailing and Texting Messages, Photos & Videograms

South County Detention Center contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.


If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select South County Detention Center,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1.
  Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.

How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1.
  Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).

Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call   866-516-0115

How to Communicate with an South County Detention Center Inmate by Mail and by Email

To mail or email an inmate in Tulare County follow these steps:

When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:

  • All mail sent to an inmate at the South County Detention Center must include the sender's name and mailing address in the top left corner of the envelope or postcard.
  • All mail must include the facility's address, as well as the inmate's name and assigned number.
  • Failure to include your return address will most likely result in your mail NOT being delivered and your letter destroyed.
  • The South County Detention Center has a zero-tolerance policy regarding mail violations. 
  • All the information you need to understand mail and email policies can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

Emailing Messages & Photos

Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
 
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.

Then use the Facility Finder to:
1.  Select South County Detention Center,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.

  • Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.  
  • After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message.  Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
  • You can also send your Tulare County inmate photos and videos.

Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call   866-516-0115

Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.

All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Tulare County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the South County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

South County Detention Center allows inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by 'gettingout'.


The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at South County Detention Center, such as:

  • Music
  • Books
  • Games
  • Education
  • News
  • Radio
  • Television
  • Read mail and messages
  • Video visits

-  Free services are already available for use on the device at South County Detention Center.
-  Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
-  South County Detention Center Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.

What Does a Tablet Cost?

To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.

Game Center:

30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)

Unlimited eBooks:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

Streaming Music:

Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)

Newsfeed

Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)

Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)

Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)

Same Day Subscription Services

Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)

Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)

Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)

FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)

All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes. 

Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...

Tablet: $249.99 per each

Charger: $8.99 per each

Earbuds: $2.99 per each

How Inmates Can Use a Tablet to Access Services at South County Detention Center

To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:

1.  First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL

2.  Purchase the services you want for your South County Detention Center inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.

To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about South County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-782-7800 for further assistance.

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