The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates one of the largest jail systems in the United States, with multiple facilities serving different populations and security levels across LA County. This directory provides comprehensive information for all major detention centers.
Type: Main Intake Facility | Capacity: 5,000 inmates
Specialization: Primary booking and processing center
Visiting: Thursday-Sunday, 10 AM-4 PM & 5 PM-7 PM
Type: Medical & Mental Health Facility | Capacity: 3,000 inmates
Specialization: Psychiatric care, medical treatment, dialysis services
Visiting: Thursday-Sunday, 9 AM-3 PM & 6 PM-8 PM
Type: Women's Detention Center | Capacity: 2,100 inmates
Specialization: Women's healthcare, prenatal care, family services
Visiting: Thursday-Sunday, 8 AM-3 PM & 6 PM-9 PM
Type: Largest LA County Facility | Capacity: 4,295 inmates
Specialization: Large capacity housing, work programs, vocational training
Visiting: Wednesday-Sunday, 8 AM-3 PM & 6 PM-9 PM
Address: 29320 The Old Road, Castaic, CA 91384
Phone: (661) 295-8840
North Facility Capacity: 1,450 inmates
South Facility Capacity: 1,700 inmates
Location: Adjacent to North County Correctional Facility
Address: 535 N Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Phone: (213) 485-0439
Type: Federal Bureau of Prisons facility
Address: 10400 Rancho Road, Adelanto, CA 92301
Phone: (760) 561-6100
Type: Immigration detention facility
| Facility | Capacity | Specialization | Location | Visiting Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Men's Central Jail | 5,000 | Main Intake | Downtown LA | Thu-Sun |
| Twin Towers | 3,000 | Medical/Mental Health | Downtown LA | Thu-Sun |
| Century Regional | 2,100 | Women's Facility | Lynwood | Thu-Sun |
| North County | 4,295 | Large Capacity | Castaic | Wed-Sun |
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Call the main LASD information line at (213) 473-6100 or use the online inmate locator. Have the person's full legal name and date of birth ready. Inmates may be transferred between facilities, so always verify current location before visiting.
Most facilities operate Thursday-Sunday visiting schedules, but North County also allows Wednesday visits. Specific hours vary by facility. Always check the individual facility page for current visiting schedules.
County facilities (operated by LASD) house people awaiting trial or serving short sentences. Federal facilities house people charged with federal crimes or immigration issues. Contact procedures and visiting rules differ significantly.
While possible, it's challenging due to travel time and scheduling. Downtown facilities (Men's Central and Twin Towers) are close together. Castaic facilities are 45+ miles away. Plan carefully and call ahead to confirm schedules.
Yes, various nonprofit organizations provide support for families dealing with incarceration. Contact individual facilities for social services referrals, or check our resources section for family support organizations.