San Bernardino County Jail (California)
Looking for someone arrested in San Bernardino, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana, Victorville, Ontario, Redlands, Rialto, Adelanto or elsewhere in San Bernardino County? Use this guide to search the official inmate locator, find the correct jail, check bail, schedule a visit, send money, review mail rules, search court records and understand the release process.
Someone Was Arrested in San Bernardino County. What Should You Do?
Start with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Inmate Locator.
Once the person appears in the system, save the booking number. You will need it for visitation, mail and several other jail services.
The locator can also tell you the inmate's current housing location, including the facility, unit, cell block and bunk information when available.
Search the official locator
Look for the person through the Sheriff's inmate system.
Save the booking number
The booking number is important for visits, mail and inmate services.
Confirm the facility
San Bernardino County operates four primary adult jails.
Check bail and court information
Jail custody information and court case information should both be checked.
Verify visiting rules
Visiting requires an appointment and facility rules apply.
San Bernardino County Jail Inmate Search
Use the official San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Inmate Locator to find a person in county custody.
The Sheriff's general inmate information states that the locator can identify:
- The inmate's current jail
- Housing unit
- Cell block
- Bunk information when available
- Booking number
Opens the official San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Inmate Locator.
San Bernardino County Jail Locations
The Sheriff's Detention and Corrections Bureau operates four primary adult jail facilities. Check the inmate locator before traveling because inmates may be transferred between facilities.
West Valley Detention Center
9500 Etiwanda Ave.
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739
West Valley is one of the largest county jails in California and has a bed capacity of more than 3,300.
Central Detention Center
630 East Rialto Avenue
San Bernardino, CA 92415
Central Detention Center processes county inmates and also houses federal inmates.
High Desert Detention Center
9438 Commerce Way
Adelanto, CA 92301
High Desert Detention Center is a Type II detention facility serving the county's High Desert area.
Glen Helen Rehabilitation Center
18000 Institution Road
Devore, CA 92407
Glen Helen houses pretrial and sentenced inmates and operates rehabilitation and work-release related programming.
San Bernardino County Jail Bail Information
San Bernardino County currently accepts several forms of bail, depending on the circumstances of the case.
The Sheriff's current corrections information lists:
- Cash
- Checks
- Money orders
- Property bonds
- Bail bonds
Bail payments may be made at any San Bernardino County jail facility.
The Sheriff's Office states that cash bail and bail bonds are accepted 24 hours a day.
Check the Court Case Too
Jail custody information and court case information are different systems.
Before posting bail, confirm:
- The correct inmate
- The booking number
- The current bail amount
- The court handling the case
- Whether another hold or warrant exists
The San Bernardino Superior Court provides an online public case-information portal that can be used to check criminal case information.
San Bernardino County Jail Visitation
Visits are available at the county's four primary detention facilities, but visitors must schedule an appointment.
Schedule Online
The easiest method is to use the Sheriff's Inmate Locator.
After locating the inmate, look for the link that says:
The Sheriff's current online scheduling feature becomes available beginning Tuesday at midnight through Saturday at 11:59 p.m.
FIND INMATE & SCHEDULE VISIT →What to Know Before Visiting
Arrive Early
Visitors must arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled visit to check in and complete screening.
Bring Photo ID
Accepted identification includes qualifying government-issued photo identification such as a driver's license, passport or consular ID.
Two Visits
Current Sheriff guidance allows a maximum of two visits totaling one hour per week per inmate.
Visitors With a California State-Prison Felony History
California Penal Code section 4571 restricts certain convicted felons who have served time in California state prison from entering jail grounds without written authorization.
The Sheriff's Office provides a formal request process for people who need permission to visit.
San Bernardino County Inmate Phone Calls
Inmates have access to telephones for legal and personal calls while housed in San Bernardino County detention facilities.
Telephone access can depend on the inmate's housing unit, facility schedule, security conditions and disciplinary status.
For the most current calling-account provider, rates and payment instructions, confirm directly through the Sheriff's current inmate information or with the facility.
How to Send Money to a San Bernardino County Inmate
Money deposited into an inmate trust account can be used for approved commissary purchases and other authorized expenses.
Jail Lobby Kiosk
Deposit kiosks are located in the lobby of each of the four primary county jails.
The Sheriff's Office states that kiosk deposits are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
TouchPay
The Sheriff's current detention policy directs outside depositors to TouchPay.
Telephone:
1-866-232-1899Approved Financial Instruments
Current detention policy allows qualifying USPS money orders and commercial-bank cashier's checks to be mailed to the facility where the inmate is housed.
Account and Spending Limits
Current San Bernardino County detention policy generally limits an inmate trust-account balance to $500.
The current policy also limits combined commissary and telephone-time withdrawals to $200 per week.
Exceptions may apply when a person is booked into jail with more than the ordinary account limit already in their possession.
San Bernardino County Jail Commissary
Inmates can use funds from their account to order approved commissary items such as:
- Hygiene products
- Snacks
- Small personal items
Friends and family may also order approved care-package items through the county's listed iCare service.
ICARE CARE PACKAGES →How to Send Mail to a San Bernardino County Inmate
San Bernardino County permits inmates to send and receive unlimited letters, subject to jail security and mail rules.
Mail must include:
- Sender's full name
- Sender's return address
- Inmate's full name
- Inmate's booking number
- The address of the facility where the inmate is housed
Use the inmate locator first so the letter is sent to the correct facility.
What Can and Cannot Be Mailed?
Generally Allowed
- Letters that comply with current jail rules
- Qualifying postcards that are not cardstock thickness
- Photographs that comply with jail rules
- Legal correspondence
- Approved paperback books sent directly by qualifying sellers
The inmate's name and booking number must be printed on the back of each photograph.
Can You Send Books to an Inmate?
Yes, but publications must comply with Sheriff's rules.
Books must be paperback and books, magazines, newspapers and periodicals must come directly from an approved source such as:
- The publisher
- A bookstore
- A verifiable and reputable online or mail-order seller
Material that threatens facility security or contains prohibited sexually explicit content may be rejected.
San Bernardino County Inmate Property Release
Property that may be picked up or dropped off is limited under Sheriff's rules.
The county currently lists:
- Clothing
- Money
- Prescription medication
- Legal documents
For an inmate to release property, the inmate must sign a property withdrawal slip authorizing the release.
Find a San Bernardino County Criminal Court Case
The Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino provides a public online case-information portal.
Court records can provide information that is separate from the Sheriff's custody record, including case events and court status.
The court describes its online public information as real-time, though information may still be subject to errors or omissions.
SEARCH SAN BERNARDINO COURT CASES →San Bernardino County Jail Release Process
Release times depend on the reason for release, the facility, other warrants or holds and individual medical or housing circumstances.
The Sheriff's current general guidance states:
- Inmates completing a court-ordered sentence are generally released between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
- People released by court order, citation, own-recognizance release or because a case was not filed are generally released the same day between 6:00 a.m. and midnight.
- People with specific medical, mental-health or structured-release plans may be released at other times on a case-by-case basis.
Work Release & Electronic Confinement
San Bernardino County operates work-release and electronic-confinement programs for qualifying people.
Depending on the court order and eligibility, participants may serve a sentence through approved work assignments or community-based custody monitored by GPS.
Can't Find Someone in San Bernardino County Jail?
A missing search result does not necessarily mean the person was not arrested.
The Sheriff notes that inmates may be booked with or without a middle name.
A recent arrest may not appear immediately while the person is being processed.
San Bernardino County operates several detention facilities and transfers occur.
The person may have posted bail, been released or transferred from county custody.
For additional inmate information, call (909) 350-2476.
San Bernardino County Jail FAQ
How do I find someone in San Bernardino County Jail?
Use the official San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department Inmate Locator.
What information does the inmate locator show?
The Sheriff's Office states that the locator can show the inmate's facility and housing information and provide the inmate's booking number.
What should I do if I cannot find an inmate?
Try searching with and without a middle name or using other names the person has used. You can also call (909) 350-2476.
How many San Bernardino County jails are there?
The Sheriff's Detention and Corrections Bureau currently lists four primary adult detention facilities: West Valley, Central, High Desert and Glen Helen.
Where is West Valley Detention Center?
West Valley Detention Center is at 9500 Etiwanda Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, California 91739.
Where is Central Detention Center?
Central Detention Center is at 630 East Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, California 92415.
Where is High Desert Detention Center?
High Desert Detention Center is at 9438 Commerce Way, Adelanto, California 92301.
Where is Glen Helen Rehabilitation Center?
Glen Helen Rehabilitation Center is at 18000 Institution Road, Devore, California 92407.
What is the San Bernardino County bail information number?
Call (909) 350-2476.
What types of bail does San Bernardino County accept?
The Sheriff's current information lists cash, checks, money orders, property bonds and bail bonds.
Can bail be paid at any county jail?
Yes. The Sheriff's current corrections information states that bail payments can be made at any county jail facility.
Is bail accepted 24 hours a day?
The Sheriff's current guidance states that cash bail and bail bonds are accepted 24 hours a day at jail facilities.
How do I schedule an inmate visit?
Find the inmate through the official locator and use the scheduling link in the inmate's record, or call the Visiting Center.
What is the San Bernardino County visitation phone number?
Call (909) 887-0364.
How early should I arrive for visitation?
The Sheriff's current rules require visitors to arrive at least 30 minutes before the scheduled visit.
How many visits can an inmate receive?
Current general guidance allows up to two visits totaling one hour per week.
How do I put money on an inmate account?
Deposits can be made through jail-lobby kiosks or current approved deposit services such as TouchPay. Qualifying mailed deposits may also be accepted under Sheriff's rules.
Are jail deposit kiosks open 24 hours?
The Sheriff's current corrections information states that inmate-account kiosks are available 24 hours a day.
What forms of payment do the kiosks accept?
The county currently lists cash, credit cards and debit cards.
What is the inmate trust-account limit?
Current detention policy generally limits inmate trust accounts to $500, subject to stated exceptions.
How much can an inmate spend on commissary and phone time?
Current detention policy lists a combined maximum of $200 per week for commissary and telephone-time withdrawals.
Can I send a care package?
The Sheriff's Office currently lists iCare as an approved way for friends and family to order commissary items for inmates.
What information must be on inmate mail?
Mail must include the sender's name and return address, the inmate's name and booking number, and the address of the jail where the inmate is housed.
Can I send greeting cards?
The Sheriff's current inmate-mail rules prohibit greeting cards and cardstock materials.
Can I send photos?
Yes, subject to jail restrictions. The inmate's name and booking number must be printed on the back of each photograph.
Can I send books?
Approved paperback books may be sent directly from a publisher, bookstore or qualifying reputable seller, subject to content restrictions.
Can an inmate release property?
Yes. The inmate must sign a property withdrawal slip authorizing release, and the recipient must provide identification.
How do I search a San Bernardino County criminal court case?
Use the Superior Court of California, County of San Bernardino public case-information portal.
What time are sentenced inmates released?
The Sheriff's current general guidance states that people completing court-ordered sentences are generally released between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Does posting bail mean the inmate will be released immediately?
No. Staff still must confirm the release authority, check for warrants or holds and complete discharge processing.
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Last verified: September 2026. Jail locations, custody assignments, phone numbers, bail procedures, visitation schedules, deposit services, mail rules, commissary policies, court information and release procedures can change. Confirm important information with the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department or Superior Court before traveling, sending money, posting bail or making other decisions.
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