Ventura East County Jail

Search for inmates in the Ventura East County Jail using the Official Jail Inmate Roster. It lists each inmate’s charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot. Staff can also help by phone at 805-494-8242. To see which courts handle criminal cases, look up the courts for Ventura County or any other county in California.

Ventura East County Jail Inmate Search

Worried about a warrant in Ventura County or elsewhere in California? Need to look into a court case involving you, a friend, or a relative? The California Superior Court is where to start.

The right to bail before trial is protected by the California Constitution for most criminal defendants in Ventura County and statewide, with exceptions for certain capital and violent felony cases. The California Supreme Court has made it clear that judges must consider a defendant’s ability to pay, and may keep someone in custody for inability to pay only if no less restrictive alternative would protect public safety or ensure their appearance. Per Rule 4.101, judges also cannot take into account whether the defendant wants a jury trial.

To find an inmate’s bail, start by calling the Ventura East County Jail at 805-494-8242. If you know the charge they’re facing, you can also look up the Ventura County bail schedule yourself. Cash, surety bonds, and property bonds are accepted in this county.

The Ventura East County Jail is licensed for 34 inmates, but it often has to make room for many more offenders, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails in California turn over at least 35-40% of their population monthly, 25-30% more every 90 days, and 15-20% more every six months. Around 8-9% stay incarcerated for six to twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges 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 Ventura County facilities much longer.

Every year, Ventura County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 42,800 offenders.

Paying bail for someone in custody in Ventura County

Once someone is booked at Ventura East County Jail in Thousand Oaks after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 805-494-8242 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

• The full cash bond is paid at the jail's bonding window or at the clerk of court using cash, a cashier's check or a money order, while many jails add a card option at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond service for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and call the jail at 805-494-8242 with questions.
• A licensed bail bond agent in Ventura County can help cover bail.
• Many courts take real estate as security for a bond; the property owner must show clear title plus equity at least equal to the bond, often twice it, backed by a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set the bail gives final approval.

For detailed information about the bail process in Ventura County, California, see the Ventura East County Jail Bail FAQ.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Ventura East County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Ventura East County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VISITATION SCHEDULE
2101 East Olsen Road
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-6861
805-494-8242

• On-site Visits are free.
• Visits are 30 minutes.
• Visitation schedule subject to change.
• Inmates are allowed two visits per week
• A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per each on-site visit.
• All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Ventura East County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Ventura East County Jail?

Ventura East County Jail uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account. 

You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
3. MoneyGram
4. If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
   The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
   Walmart
   7-11
   CVS Pharmacy

You will need:
Inmate's Correctional ID number and last name
The facility name or receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.

        5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
            Inmate Name and Inmate ID#

        6. Lobby Kiosk
            You can use a debit or credit card in the lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.

Rates to Send Money to an Inmate

Online
$    0.00 - 20.00   > $4.95     
$    20.01 - 100.00    > $7.95     
$    100.01 - 200.00   > $9.95     
$    200.01 - 300.00   > $11.95     
$    300.01 - 5000.00   > $11.95     

By Phone
$    0.00 - 20.00  > $5.95     
$    20.01 - 100.00  > $8.95     
$    100.01 - 200.00  > $10.95     
$    200.01 - 300.00  > $12.95     
$    300.01 - 5000.00  > $12.95

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Ventura County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Ventura East County Jail follow these steps:

Ventura East County Jail uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account. 

You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender in Ventura County.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
3. MoneyGram
4. If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
   The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
   Walmart
   7-11
   CVS Pharmacy

You will need:
The Ventura County Inmate's Correctional ID number and their last name
Ventura East County Jail or  the receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.

        5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
            Inmate Name and Inmate ID#
           Ventura East County Jail address.

        6. Lobby Kiosk
            You can use a debit or credit card in the jail lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.

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

Rates to Send Money to an Inmate

Online
$    0.00 - 20.00   > $4.95     
$    20.01 - 100.00    > $7.95     
$    100.01 - 200.00   > $9.95     
$    200.01 - 300.00   > $11.95     
$    300.01 - 5000.00   > $11.95     

By Phone
$    0.00 - 20.00  > $5.95     
$    20.01 - 100.00  > $8.95     
$    100.01 - 200.00  > $10.95     
$    200.01 - 300.00  > $12.95     
$    300.01 - 5000.00  > $12.95

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Ventura East County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Ventura East County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Ventura County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Ventura East County Jail, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Ventura County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Ventura East County Jail, and what can I send them?

Ventura East County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Ventura East County Jail 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 Ventura East County Jail 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 & Booking #
Ventura Pre-Trial Detention Facility
P.O. Box 6929
Ventura, CA 93006

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Booking #
Ventura Pre-Trial Detention Facility
P.O. Box 6929
Ventura, CA 93006

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 Ventura East County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from the publisher of the book, newspaper or magazine, not Amazon. 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 Ventura East County Jail 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 & Booking #
Ventura Pre-Trial Detention Facility
P.O. Box 6929
Ventura, CA 93006

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Ventura East County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Ventura East County Jail Email Program, Procedure and Cost

To send an email to an inmate in the Ventura East County Jail, register at this page.  Once you are registered, follow these directions:

After you Register, Select your Inmate at this page.

• 1) Enter the First and Last name only OR  Booking number of your inmate only.
• 2) Select the SEARCH button;  
• 3) Scroll down and verify inmate information found is correct;
• 4) Click on the RED ENVELOPE icon next to the individual’s name.

Cost to send emails

• 1 email for $2.25 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 5 emails for $11.25 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 10 emails for $22.50 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 25 emails for $56.25 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 50 emails for $112.50 (+ $1.75 processing fee)

Only text will be allowed in the email. Each email has a maximum of 4500 characters (equivalent to one page).
The email will be printed, and then delivered to the inmate with their mail.

Ventura East County Jail Email Program, Procedure and Cost

To send an email to an inmate in the Ventura East County Jail, register at this page.  Once you are registered, follow these directions:

After you Register, Select your Inmate at this page.

• 1) Enter the First and Last name only OR  Booking number of your inmate only.
• 2) Select the SEARCH button;  
• 3) Scroll down and verify inmate information found is correct;
• 4) Click on the RED ENVELOPE icon next to the individual’s name.

Cost to send emails

• 1 email for $2.25 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 5 emails for $11.25 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 10 emails for $22.50 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 25 emails for $56.25 (+ $1.75 processing fee)
• 50 emails for $112.50 (+ $1.75 processing fee)

Only text will be allowed in the email. Each email has a maximum of 4500 characters (equivalent to one page).
The email will be printed, and then delivered to the inmate with their mail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Ventura East County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Ventura East County 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 Ventura East County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-494-8242 for further assistance.

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