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Comprehensive Guide to Norwalk Jail, California

Overview of the Facility

Norwalk Jail is a temporary holding facility operated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. It primarily serves as a short-term detention center for individuals arrested in the Norwalk area before they are transferred to larger county facilities or released.

Contact Information

Address: 12335 Civic Center Dr, Norwalk, CA 90650
Phone: (562) 863-8711
Website: https://lasd.org/norwalk/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Norwalk Jail, you can:

  1. Use the Los Angeles County Inmate Information Center: https://app5.lasd.org/iic/ajis_search.cfm
  2. Call the jail directly at (562) 863-8711

Visitation Information and Hours

Norwalk Jail is a temporary holding facility, and as such, it does not typically allow in-person visitation. Inmates are usually transferred to larger county facilities within 24-48 hours, where visitation may be possible.

How to Send Money

Since Norwalk Jail is a temporary holding facility, money cannot be directly sent to inmates here. Once an inmate is transferred to a county facility, you can use the following options to send money:

Phone Calls and Video Options

Due to the short-term nature of detention at Norwalk Jail, phone calls and video visitation are generally not available. These services may become available once an inmate is transferred to a larger county facility.

Inmate Services and Programs

As a temporary holding facility, Norwalk Jail does not offer extensive inmate services or programs. Basic needs such as meals and medical attention are provided during the short stay.

Security and Management Information

Norwalk Jail is managed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The facility adheres to strict security protocols to ensure the safety of both inmates and staff.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Norwalk Jail have the right to contact an attorney. Due to the short-term nature of detention, in-person visitation is generally not available at this facility.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process at Norwalk Jail involves:

  1. Fingerprinting
  2. Photographing
  3. Collection of personal information
  4. Health screening
Inmates are typically released or transferred to a larger county facility within 24-48 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do inmates stay at Norwalk Jail?

Inmates typically stay at Norwalk Jail for 24-48 hours before being released or transferred to a larger county facility.

Can I visit an inmate at Norwalk Jail?

In-person visitation is generally not available at Norwalk Jail due to its status as a temporary holding facility.

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

You can use the Los Angeles County Inmate Information Center online or call the jail directly at (562) 863-8711 to inquire about an inmate's status.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Norwalk Jail. If you are have completed a Norwalk 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 Norwalk 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 Norwalk Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

12335 Civic Center Drive, Norwalk, CA, 90650

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 562-863-8711 .

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 Norwalk 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.

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Norwalk 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

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Prisons and Jails in California