Search Bakersfield Jail Roster
Bakersfield jail roster info comes from Kern County facilities. The city has about 403,000 people and is the county seat. All people arrested in Bakersfield go to the Kern County jail system. The sheriff runs several jails, with the main one at 1350 Norris Road in Bakersfield. You can search the online roster to find inmates. It shows booking dates, charges, and bail amounts. The database is large because Kern County has one of the biggest jail systems in California. Most searches give results in seconds if you have the right name.
Bakersfield Quick Facts
Kern County Handles Bakersfield Bookings
Bakersfield is in Kern County. The city does not run its own jail. When Bakersfield police arrest someone, they book that person at a Kern County facility. The sheriff runs all jails in the county. Most Bakersfield bookings happen at the main jail on Norris Road. Some inmates go to other county facilities based on custody level or space. All are part of the same system, and all show up on the Kern County roster.
The jail holds inmates from many agencies. This includes Bakersfield PD, sheriff's deputies, highway patrol, and other local police. All arrests in Kern County use the same booking process. The roster shows everyone in custody, no matter who made the arrest. If someone was arrested in Bakersfield, they will be in the Kern County system. You search by name or booking number to find them.
Kern County has one of the largest jail populations in California. The main jail at 1350 Norris Road in Bakersfield is the biggest facility. The phone number for jail info is (661) 391-7500. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody if you call. They cannot give out detailed info over the phone. Use the online search for full booking details.
Kern County Inmate Database
The Kern County Sheriff runs an online inmate search at kernsheriff.org. This tool shows all inmates in county custody. You can search by last name, first name, or booking number. The roster is free and updates throughout the day. The database often has over 1,700 inmates listed at any time. Anyone can use it to find current inmates in Bakersfield and other parts of Kern County.
Enter a last name to start. The system will show all matches. Click on a name to see full details. You will find booking date, charges, bail amount, and housing location. The roster also shows the next court date if one is scheduled. If you get too many results, add a first name or middle initial to narrow it down. The search works best when you have accurate spelling.
The roster does not include people who have been released or moved to state prison. It only shows current inmates. If you cannot find someone, they may have already been let go or sent somewhere else. You can also call the jail at (661) 391-7500 to ask if someone is in custody. For automatic alerts about custody changes, use VINE instead of checking the roster every day.
Note: The Kern County roster often shows over 1,700 inmates across multiple facilities.
VINE Alerts for Bakersfield Inmates
VINE is a free alert system. It tracks inmates and sends notifications when their status changes. You can use VINE to see if someone is in jail or has been released. VINE works with the Kern County jail and updates in real time. Many people in Bakersfield use it to stay informed without calling the jail every day.
Call 877-411-5588 to use VINE by phone. The system asks for the inmate's name or booking number. It will tell you if the person is in custody. You can register for alerts by phone, text, or email. VINE will notify you when the inmate is released, transferred, or goes to court. This is helpful for victims, witnesses, and family members.
You can use VINE online at vinelink.dhs.gov. Choose California and search by name or ID. The site shows custody status and location. Registration is free and takes a few minutes. Once you sign up, VINE sends automatic updates so you do not have to keep checking the jail roster.
Bakersfield Police Department
The Bakersfield Police Department handles law enforcement for the city. When they arrest someone, they book the person at the Kern County jail. The police do not run their own jail. All inmates are held by the county sheriff. If you need info about an arrest, contact Bakersfield PD. For jail info, contact the sheriff.
| Agency | Bakersfield Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 1601 Truxtun Avenue Bakersfield, CA 93301 |
| Phone | (661) 327-7111 |
| Non-Emergency | (661) 327-7111 |
| Website | bakersfieldpd.us |
Bakersfield PD can provide arrest reports and incident info. They do not have custody info. For that, call the Kern County Sheriff at (661) 391-7500 or search the online inmate roster.
Inmate Services in Bakersfield
The Kern County Sheriff works with third-party companies to offer services to inmates and families. Securus Technologies handles phone and video visits. You can set up an account at securustech.net or call 800-844-6591. Video visits let you talk to an inmate without going to the jail.
Access Corrections handles commissary and money deposits for Kern County inmates. You can send money or order packages online at accesscorrections.com or call 866-345-1884. The company ships approved items directly to the jail. Not all items are allowed, so check the approved list before ordering.
Legal Help in Bakersfield
Several groups offer legal help for people facing criminal charges or dealing with jail issues in Bakersfield. Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance has an office in Bakersfield at (661) 325-5943. They help low-income clients with certain legal issues. The Kern County Public Defender represents people who cannot afford a private lawyer. Their office is at (661) 868-4450.
The Kern County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service at (661) 322-8300. They match you with a local attorney who handles criminal or civil cases. For court info, contact the Kern County Superior Court at (661) 868-5393. Court staff can look up case info and tell you when hearings are scheduled. They cannot give legal advice.
Other Central Valley Cities
Other cities in the Central Valley use their county sheriff for jail records. If you need to search for inmates in nearby cities, check the roster for the county where each city is located.
Kern County Jail Roster
Bakersfield is in Kern County. All jail bookings go through the Kern County Sheriff. The county jail serves Bakersfield and many other cities. For more on county facilities, booking procedures, and other resources, visit the Kern County jail roster page.