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The city where someone was arrested does not establish which jail currently houses them. Verify the inmate's current facility before traveling, mailing anything or scheduling a visit.

Jail information

Riverside County Jail and Detention Center Directory

Riverside County operates five correctional facilities managed by the Riverside County Sheriff. Use the official inmate search system to confirm which facility currently holds the person you are looking for before traveling, mailing anything or scheduling a visit.

The city where someone was arrested does not establish which jail currently houses them. Verify the inmate's current facility through the official Sheriff system before traveling, mailing anything or scheduling a visit.

Five Riverside County Correctional Facilities

The following five facilities are the Riverside County Sheriff correctional facilities. Sheriff patrol stations are not county jails and are not listed here.

Countywide Visiting Information

Each Riverside County facility has its own visiting requirements, schedules and appointment procedures. Verify the inmate's current facility before planning a visit, then review that facility's guide for current visiting information.

Riverside County Juvenile Records and Facilities

Juvenile records are generally confidential under California law. The adult Riverside County Sheriff inmate system should not be used as a juvenile locator. Juvenile institutions in Riverside County are administered through Riverside County Probation, not the Sheriff's Department. For current official guidance on juvenile custody and records, contact Riverside County Probation directly.