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Welcome to the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility Guide

This guide is designed to assist family members and friends of inmates incarcerated at the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility in California. Here you'll find essential information about the facility, how to stay in touch with an inmate, and other resources that might be helpful.

Overview of Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility

The Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility is a part of the Santa Cruz County Jail system, primarily housing inmates with minimum security classification. This facility is intended for inmates who are serving shorter sentences, generally less than one year, or are awaiting transfer to other facilities.

Contact Information

Address: 259 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA

Phone Number: (831) 454-7800

Website: https://www.santacruzsheriff.org/

Email: Not publicly available.

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility, you can use the Inmate Locator feature available on the Santa Cruz County Sheriff's website. This tool will help you find information on an inmate's current status, location, and booking information.

Visitation Information

Visitation at the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility is allowed based on the inmate's housing unit and classification. It is advised that visitors check the facility's website or contact the administration for the specific visitation hours. It’s important to follow all protocol such as arriving early for check-in and carrying a valid ID.

Sending Money to Inmates

Family and friends can send money to inmates via the approved electronic payment system 'TouchPay'. Funds can be sent through the TouchPay website or kiosks located at the facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates at the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility can make outgoing phone calls using a prepaid account or by collect call. The facility now also offers video visitation that can be scheduled through the facility's website. These services usually require the visitor to create an account with the service provider.

Inmate Services and Programs

The facility offers various rehabilitation and educational programs aimed at encouraging inmates to engage in positive activities and to equip them with skills useful for reintegration into society.

Security and Management Information

This facility is distinctly managed with a focus on maintaining strict security measures while providing a safe environment for both inmates and staff. The management is dedicated to the operation of a safe and legally compliant jail system.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility retain basic rights such as visitation and legal representation. Family and counsel are encouraged to stay informed of any legal provisions and facility-specific rules affecting these rights.

Booking and Release Process

The intake process includes personal searching, property inventory, and document verification. Release processes depend on completion of the term, bail, or other court decisions. Timing for release is often unpredictable, and specifics should be confirmed directly with the facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can visitors bring to Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring any items to inmates; however, essentials such as clothes might be allowed under specific conditions. Always check with the facility before your visit.

How can I find out about court dates for a Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility inmate?

Court dates can be viewed online through the Santa Cruz County Court website under the inmate case information feature.

Notable Inmates (If Applicable)

No records available of notable inmates linked to the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility.

Recent News

No recent news stories related to the Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility have been identified in the past year.

Leave a Review

If you are a current or former inmate, employee, family member or a friend of someone who is in prison, please share your feedback so others can get better understanding how the institution works. The survey is completely anonymous and your personal information will never be shared or publicly shown.

Santa Cruz County Minimum Facility 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

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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