Los Angeles County Jails: Locations and Information for Families

When someone you care about is arrested, finding out where they are being held is often your first priority. In Los Angeles, that can be confusing because the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, LAPD, and other municipal police departments operate separate custody facilities.

This directory covers the main county jail facilities, the county’s Inmate Reception Center, and the three detention facilities currently listed by LAPD. It does not include every municipal holding cell, sheriff’s station lockup, juvenile facility, state prison, or federal detention center in Los Angeles County.

Before traveling or arranging bail, confirm the person’s current location directly with the agency holding them.

Los Angeles County Jail Facilities

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department operates county custody facilities in Los Angeles, Lynwood, and Castaic. The addresses below identify the facilities; confirm the appropriate public entrance and visiting instructions before traveling.

Men’s Central Jail

441 Bauchet Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Twin Towers Correctional Facility

450 Bauchet Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

Men’s Central Jail and Twin Towers are separate facilities with different street addresses. Confirm which location applies to your loved one.

Century Regional Detention Facility

11705 S. Alameda Street
Lynwood, CA 90262

This facility is commonly associated with women’s custody in the Los Angeles County jail system.

North County Correctional Facility

29340 The Old Road
Castaic, CA 91384

Pitchess Detention Center — North Facility

29320 The Old Road
Castaic, CA 91384

Pitchess Detention Center — South Facility

29330 The Old Road
Castaic, CA 91384

These Castaic facilities have similar names and neighboring addresses. Verify the specific facility before making travel or visitation arrangements.

Inmate Reception Center

450 Bauchet Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

The Inmate Reception Center, often called IRC, handles intake, classification, processing, transfers, and releases for people in LASD custody. It is a processing location rather than an ordinary visiting destination. A person being processed there may later be assigned to another facility.

LAPD Jail and Detention Locations

LAPD’s current custody information lists three city jail facilities. These are separate from the county facilities operated by LASD.

Metropolitan Detention Center — LAPD

180 N. Los Angeles Street
Los Angeles, CA 90012

77th Street Regional Jail

7600 S. Broadway
Los Angeles, CA 90003

Valley Jail Section — Van Nuys

6240 Sylmar Avenue
Van Nuys, CA 91401

LAPD publishes these addresses on its official jail information page. Confirm custody and visiting arrangements before going to a location.

What About Other City Jails and Sheriff’s Stations?

An arrest elsewhere in Los Angeles County may involve a municipal police department or a sheriff’s station rather than one of LAPD’s three facilities.

If you know which agency made the arrest, contact that agency first and ask:

• Where is the person currently being held?
• Has booking been completed?
• Have they been transferred?
• What is their booking number?
• Where should questions about release be directed?

Do not assume someone remains at the station where they were first taken. Confirm their current location each time you make arrangements.

How to Find Someone in Custody in Los Angeles

Start with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department website and follow its official inmate information resources.

LAPD also identifies 213-473-6100 as a public custody information number for people held in LAPD or LASD facilities. Have the person’s full legal name and date of birth available. Recent bookings may not appear immediately; LAPD notes that records are unavailable for bookings within the preceding two hours.

If a search does not return a result, check the spelling and contact the arresting agency. An unsuccessful search alone does not confirm that the person has been released.

Keep a simple record of the information you receive, including the booking number, facility, and time of your last update.

Check Visitation Requirements Before Traveling

Finding the correct address is only the first step in planning a visit. Ask the facility about:

• Whether the person is currently eligible for visits.
• Appointment or registration requirements.
• Accepted identification.
• Rules for children visiting.
• Clothing and prohibited items.
• Current visiting hours and cancellations.

Visiting guidelines differ by facility, so avoid relying on another family’s experience or an older online listing. LASD directs visitors to facility-specific guidance.

Confirm Release Information Before Arranging Bail

Once you locate your loved one, ask about their current release status. Having a facility address does not establish whether a bail bond is available or necessary.

Confirm whether monetary bail has been set, whether a hearing is required, and whether any other hold affects release. A criminal defense attorney can address legal questions about release eligibility. A licensed bail bond agent can explain the bond process when a bond applies.

Before signing a bond agreement, request a clear explanation of the premium, payment terms, collateral requirements, and co-signer responsibilities.

Bail Bond Assistance in Los Angeles County

Accurate custody information helps families take the next step with more confidence. Start by confirming where your loved one is held, gathering their booking details, and checking their release status.

If they are eligible for a bail bond in Los Angeles County, contact Escape Bail Bonds to discuss the process and required information. Have their full name, booking number, facility, and available bail details ready.

Facility operations and visiting procedures can change. Confirm current information with the responsible law enforcement agency before traveling.

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