San Francisco County Jail #3 (CURRENTLY CLOSED) - Inmate Guide
Overview of the Facility
San Francisco County Jail #3, also known as the San Bruno Complex, is currently closed. It was previously located in San Bruno, California, and was part of the San Francisco Sheriff's Department's jail system. The facility was closed as part of the city's efforts to reduce its jail population and improve conditions for inmates.
Contact Information
As the facility is closed, there is no current contact information available. For general inquiries about the San Francisco jail system, you can contact the San Francisco Sheriff's Department:
Address: City Hall, Room 456, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco, CA 94102
Phone: (415) 554-7225
Website: https://www.sfsheriff.com/
Inmate Services and Programs
While Jail #3 is closed, the San Francisco Sheriff's Department continues to offer various programs and services at its other facilities, including:
- Educational programs
- Vocational training
- Substance abuse treatment
- Mental health services
- Religious services
History of the Facility
San Francisco County Jail #3 was part of the San Bruno Complex, which opened in 1934. The facility was designed to house male inmates and had a capacity of approximately 550 beds. It was closed as part of San Francisco's efforts to reduce its jail population and improve conditions for inmates.
Security and Management Information
Prior to its closure, Jail #3 was a medium-security facility operated by the San Francisco Sheriff's Department. The department continues to manage other jail facilities in the city.
Booking and Release Process
With Jail #3 closed, booking and release processes now take place at other San Francisco jail facilities. For current information on these procedures, please contact the San Francisco Sheriff's Department or visit their website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why was San Francisco County Jail #3 closed?
San Francisco County Jail #3 was closed as part of the city's efforts to reduce its jail population and improve conditions for inmates. The closure was part of a larger initiative to reform the criminal justice system in San Francisco.
Where are inmates housed now that Jail #3 is closed?
Inmates who would have been housed at Jail #3 are now distributed among other facilities operated by the San Francisco Sheriff's Department. The department manages several other jails in the city to accommodate the inmate population.
How can I find information about an inmate in the San Francisco jail system?
To find information about an inmate in the San Francisco jail system, you can use the online Inmate Locator on the San Francisco Sheriff's Department website or contact their office directly for assistance.
