Sacramento County, California Inmate Search

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office offers an online inmate search tool that lets the public find information about individuals currently in county custody. Individuals may access the Sheriff's Office Inmate Information Page and conduct a search using a name or X-Ref number. A typical inmate search may provide access to information, such as:

• Inmate's full name
• Booking number
• Custody status
• Current charges
• Bail information
• Release date (if applicable).

Alternatively, if Sacramento County transfers inmates to state prisons, their records may be accessible through the California Incarcerated Records and Information Search (CIRIS). For convicts transferred to federal facilities, the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) provides a public Inmate Locator on its website.

Municipal law enforcement agencies, such as the Sacramento Police Department (SPD) and the Elk Grove Police Department (EGPD), maintain temporary holding facilities for individuals in custody before their transfer to the Sacramento County Jail. For information about Sacramento County's inmates, contact the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office at:

How to Find an Inmate in Sacramento County Jail

Individuals may find Sacramento County Inmates through the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office Inmate Information Page and search by name or X-Ref number. Alternatively, interested persons may confirm custody status by calling the Sheriff's Jail Information Line at (916) 874-6752. To request physical inmate records, contact the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office at:

Inquirers may also obtain information in person by visiting the county jail facility lobbies during public hours at:

Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).

How to Use the Sacramento County Jail Roster

The Sacramento County inmate roster is an online database maintained by the Sheriff's Office that enables the public to search for individuals currently in custody. It functions as a real-time record of all inmates booked into the county's jail facilities, including the Sacramento County Main Jail and the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center (RCCC). To access the Sheriff's inmate search portal, first-time users should follow these steps:

• Access the Sheriff's Inmate Information page.
• Choose a search method.
• Search by name: Inquirers are required to enter the inmate's first and last name
• Search by X-Ref: a distinct identification number designated for each inmate
• Provide the required information accurately and complete the security verification, such as a reCAPTCHA
• Press the 'Find Inmate' button, and the system will generate the results.

For further assistance, contact the Jail Information Line at: (916) 874-6752.

What Information is Included in the Sacramento County Inmate Roster

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office provides the inmate roster as a public tool for viewing information on individuals currently in custody. Following release, only the inmate's release date and time are publicly available. The information typically available includes:

• Booking details, such as the inmate's full name and X-Ref number
• Recent charges filed against the inmate
• Current location, which includes the correctional facility along with the specific floor, unit, and bunk
• Bail information
• Expected release date.

The California Constitution and the California Public Records Act grant individuals the right to access Sacramento County inmate records. However, certain documents are exempt from public disclosure and may only be accessed by authorized entities when they pertain to:

• Sealed and confidential records
• Juvenile detainees
• Law enforcement investigative files
• Case file information.

Contact Details for Sacramento County Jail or Sheriff's Office

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office manages the county's correctional facilities, including the Main Jail and the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center (RCCC). Individuals seeking information about inmates may obtain it through the Sheriff's Office or directly from the appropriate county jail.

The table presents an overview of the contact details for the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office and the county's correctional facilities.

Jail Facility Overview in Sacramento County

The Sacramento County correctional system includes two main adult facilities, both operated by the Sheriff's Office. The Main Jail serves as the primary custodial facility with 2,380 beds, and the county jail system accommodates inmates across security levels ranging from minimum to maximum.

Additionally, the Rio Cosumnes Correctional Center (RCCC) in Elk Grove has a rated capacity of about 1,625 beds. It primarily houses medium-security inmates and individuals awaiting transfer or sentencing, while also accommodating pre-trial overflow from the Main Jail. The facility is recognized for offering rehabilitative and re-entry programs. Female inmates are held in separate facilities, while the majority of the inmate population in both locations is male. Juvenile offenders, on the other hand, are overseen by the Sacramento County Probation Department at the Youth Detention Facility (YDF).

The table provides an overview of Sacramento County jail facilities.

How do you Send Money to an Inmate in a Sacramento County jail?

Friends and family may choose from several methods to deposit money into an inmate's account at Sacramento County jail facilities. The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office collaborates with a third-party provider to manage inmate funds, allowing deposits by phone, online, or through lobby kiosks. Online deposits may be made using Visa or MasterCard credit or debit cards, while walk-in kiosks also accept cash. Please note that third-party services, whether online or at kiosks, charge a service fee for each transaction.

The Sacramento County Sheriff's Office also accepts cashier's checks and money orders sent through the U.S. Postal Service for deposit into an inmate's account. The payment must be made payable to the inmate, and the inmate's full name and X-reference number must be clearly included on the front. Mail deposits should be addressed as follows:

Deposits should be made before 7:00 a.m. Sunday to count toward the next week's commissary order. Additionally, Sacramento County does not publish specific deposit limits, so individuals are advised to contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

Online access to Sacramento County inmate records is available through the Sheriff's Office Inmate Information Page, where individuals may conduct searches by name or X-Ref number. As an alternative, contact the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office by phone between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday at:

Inquirers may access inmate information from Sacramento County jail facilities at the following addresses.

Sacramento County Visitation Rules and Schedules

Visitors to the Sacramento County Main Jail or RCCC are required to follow the established rules and procedures. The facilities permit only individuals on the approved list to visit under the following conditions.

Who may Visit

• A maximum of three visitors per inmate, including minors
• Minors may visit only with a parent or guardian and proof of relationship, unless emancipated with valid documentation
• Visitors on parole, recently released, or with prior state prison felony convictions may only visit with special approval

Approved Identification

• Current driver's license
• State identification
• Military identification card
• Passport
• Mexi may Matricula Consular

Dress Code and Behavior Expectations

• All visitors are required to dress modestly and avoid clothing that is revealing or gang-related
• If a visitor (child or adult) causes a disruption, the visit may be terminated immediately.

Duration of Visit (the Main Jail)

• Each inmate usually gets two social visits per week, and each visit lasts 45 minutes

Visitation Days and Hours (the Main Jail)

• Morning/Afternoon visiting hours: 7:30 a.m., 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m.
• Evening hours: 4:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m., and 9:30 p.m.

Visitation at the Sacramento County Main Jail operates on a first-come, first-served basis, with registration conducted on-site. In contrast, RCCC uses a structured schedule based on inmates' last names. Additionally, all visitors and vehicles are subject to search and metal detection, and failure to comply may result in denial of visitation.

Mailing and Commissary Information

Mail to Sacramento County inmates is subject to inspection for security reasons, except legal mail, which is opened in the inmate's presence. For proper delivery, envelopes must clearly show:

• The inmate's full name and X-Ref number
• Correct mailing address for the specific facility
• The sender's complete name and a return address.

U.S. Mail for inmates at the Sacramento County Main Jail or RCCC should be addressed as:

OR

A mail to a San Diego County inmate must not contain the following:

• Polaroids, stickers, stamps, and musical cards
• Pornography and sexually explicit material
• Cash or personal checks
• Gang-related images and symbols
• Packages, unless pre-approved.

Friends and family may deposit funds into inmate accounts for commissary purchases through online platforms, phone services, or self-service kiosks available in jail lobbies. Online and phone transactions are processed through approved third-party vendors. Additionally, money orders and cashier's checks must be made payable to the inmate, include the X-Ref number, and be sent by U.S. Postal Service to the facility's address. To ensure inclusion in the upcoming week's commissary order, funds must be available in the account before 7:00 a.m. on Sundays.