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
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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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.
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:
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.
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.
For further information on posting bail in Tulare County, California, visit the South County Detention Center Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the South County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257
559-782-7800
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY |
7:45AM to 11:30AM |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?
1960 W Scranton Ave.
Porterville, CA 93257
559-782-7800
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY |
7:45AM to 11:30AM |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?
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
Email: customerservice@accesscorrections.com
Online Chat - Look for 'bubble' on bottom right of the page linked here.
To send commissary money to an inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:
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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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the South County Detention Center?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Tulare County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
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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How do I Mail an Inmate in the South County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
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 Amazon, Barnes & 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
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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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the South County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
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.
To send commissary money to an inmate in South County Detention Center follow these steps:
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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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the South County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
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
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:
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.
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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Do Inmates in the South County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
- 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
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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What are the other City and County Jails in Tulare County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Tulare County?
