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Guide to Santa Barbara County Main Jail, California

Overview of Santa Barbara County Main Jail

The Santa Barbara County Main Jail is located in Santa Barbara, California, and serves as the primary correctional facility for the county. It is operated by the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 4436 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110, USA

Phone Number: +1 805-681-4260

Website: Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office - Custody Services

Email: Not publicly available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Santa Barbara County Main Jail, visit the Sheriff's Office website and use the Inmate Locator tool. You can search by the inmate's name or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitors must register in advance and schedule a visitation time. Visits are conducted daily, but hours and regulations may vary. For the latest visitation rules, please consult the Sheriff's Office visiting information page.

How to Send Money

Family and friends can send money to inmates via a secured payment system integrated on the website, or by visiting the jail's kiosk. More details are available at the Sheriff's Office Custody Services website.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make outgoing phone calls to approved contacts which must be paid for either by the inmates or through an account set up by family/friends. Video visitation options are also available, and details can be found on the Sheriff's Office website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Santa Barbara County Main Jail offers a range of services and programs including educational programs, mental health care, religious services, and rehabilitation. Specific programs can vary, so it’s advised to contact the facility for the most current offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I send mail to an inmate at Santa Barbara County Main Jail?

Yes, inmates can receive mail. Ensure it follows the jail's guidelines regarding content and format, and includes the inmate's name and booking number. More details are available on the Custody Services website.

What items can I bring to an inmate during visitation?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring items to inmates. All necessary provisions are provided by the jail. Consult the visitation guidelines for specific rules.

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Santa Barbara County Main Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

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Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

General Stats for California

California Total Number of Inmates

176,449

California Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

183,334

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

259

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

110,349

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

40,878

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

96.14

97,474

Female

3.86

3,915

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

49.75

2,055

Detained

48.58

2,007

Diverted

0.29

12

Prisons and Jails in California