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Pismo Beach Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Pismo Beach Jail is a temporary holding facility operated by the Pismo Beach Police Department. It is designed for short-term detention of individuals arrested within the Pismo Beach city limits.

Contact Information

Address: 1000 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
Phone: (805) 773-2208
Website: Pismo Beach Police Department

Inmate Location

Due to the temporary nature of this facility, inmates are typically transferred to San Luis Obispo County Jail within 24-48 hours. For inmate information after transfer, contact the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office at (805) 781-4600.

Visitation Information

Visitation is not typically allowed at the Pismo Beach Jail due to its temporary holding status. Visitation rights will be available after transfer to the county jail.

Sending Money

Money cannot be sent directly to inmates at the Pismo Beach Jail. After transfer to the county jail, various options for sending money will become available.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Arrestees are typically allowed one phone call upon booking. Video visitation is not available at this facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

Due to the short-term nature of this facility, inmate services and programs are limited. More extensive services will be available after transfer to the county jail.

Security and Management

The Pismo Beach Jail is managed by the Pismo Beach Police Department and adheres to strict security protocols to ensure the safety of detainees and staff.

Booking and Release Process

Individuals arrested in Pismo Beach are booked at this facility, which involves photographing, fingerprinting, and collecting personal information. Release typically occurs through transfer to the county jail, posting bail, or citation release for minor offenses.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do inmates stay at Pismo Beach Jail?

Inmates typically stay at Pismo Beach Jail for 24-48 hours before being transferred to San Luis Obispo County Jail.

Can I visit an inmate at Pismo Beach Jail?

Visitation is not typically allowed at Pismo Beach Jail due to its temporary holding status. Visitation rights will be available after transfer to the county jail.

How can I find out if someone is being held at Pismo Beach Jail?

You can contact the Pismo Beach Police Department at (805) 773-2208 for information about recent arrests. For individuals who may have been transferred, contact the San Luis Obispo County Sheriff's Office at (805) 781-4600.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Pismo Beach Jail. If you are have completed a Pismo Beach Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Pismo Beach Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Pismo Beach Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

1000 Bello Street, Pismo Beach, CA, 93449

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 805-773-2208 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Pismo Beach Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

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Visit Jail Website

Visit the Pismo Beach Jail inmate search website

Step 2


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Step 3


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Pismo Beach Jail driving directions

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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