Men's & Women's Inmate Information
Men's & Women's Inmate Information
Men's Central Jail is a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department county jail for men in Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, California, United States. Built in 1963, it is one of the oldest county jails in California. The Men's Central Jail is located at 441 Bauchet St., Los Angeles 90012. The Men's Central Jail houses men who are awaiting trial or who have been convicted of crimes.
To find an inmate use the Los Angeles County inmate locator tool.
450 Bauchet Street, Los Angeles, California 90012, United States
1 (800) 874-1151 For questions or concerns send an Email to: CustodyWebResponse@lasd.org
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Los Angeles County Jails, house individuals who have been arrested and are awaiting trial, as well as those who have been convicted of a crime and sentenced to serve time in jail. While in custody, inmates are subject to a set of rules and regulations designed to maintain order and safety within the facility.
Upon arrival at the jail, inmates are processed, which includes being searched, fingerprinted, and photographed. They are then given a uniform and assigned to a housing unit. Inmates are provided with basic necessities, such as food, water, and a bed, and are allowed access to medical and mental health services as needed.
In addition to the basic necessities, Los Angeles County Jails offer a variety of programs and services to inmates, including educational programs, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and counseling. Inmates may also participate in recreational activities, such as sports and games, and have access to a library.
Visitation is also allowed at Los Angeles County Jails, subject to certain rules and regulations. Visitors must be on an approved list and follow the facility's dress code and conduct rules.
It's important to note that inmates in Los Angeles County Jails are subject to the laws and regulations of the state of California and may be transferred to other facilities as needed.
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INMATE RECEPTION CENTER
450 BAUCHET ST.
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
TWIN TOWERS CORRECTIONAL FACILITY
450 BAUCHET ST.
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
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The Los Angeles County Jail is the largest jail system in the United States, operated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
It houses inmates awaiting trial, serving county sentences, or held on state/federal charges.
Los Angeles County operates four main jail facilities plus smaller detention centers. These include Men’s Central Jail, Twin Towers Correctional Facility, Century Regional Detention Facility (CRDF for women), and Pitchess Detention Center in Castaic.
Men’s Central Jail is located at 441 Bauchet Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. It is in downtown Los Angeles next to the Twin Towers facility and primarily holds male inmates.
Use the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department inmate locator tool online.
You can search by name or booking number to see charges, bail, and housing location.
Yes, the official LA County inmate search is 100% free on the Sheriff’s website.
Beware of scam websites or fake Google listings that charge money for inmate lookups.
Yes, the inmate search will list charges, bail amount, and court information.
For full case details, you may need to check Los Angeles County Superior Court records.
You can post bail directly at the jail or through a licensed bail bonds company.
Bail can be posted in cash, cashier’s check, money order, or via a bondsman who charges a fee (typically 10% of bail).
Visits must be scheduled online through the Los Angeles Sheriff’s visitation system.
Each jail has specific visitation hours and rules, including ID requirements and dress code.
Court dates appear on the inmate locator and can also be verified through the LA County Superior Court website.
Search Los Angeles recent arrest's and or booking log activity.
Lockdown is a term used within the jail when all inmate movement has seized due to safety and/or security reasons. Personnel do not have any prior knowledge of the lockdown and are unaware how long the lockdown with be in effect.
Setting up an inmate calling account is done through a third party vendor to receive incoming calls please register and create an account here under Inmate Accounts
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