El Cajon Inmate Search
El Cajon jail roster records are maintained by the San Diego County Sheriff's Department. The city does not operate its own jail. When El Cajon Police make an arrest, they book the person into the San Diego County jail system. The Sheriff runs all detention facilities in the county and keeps all custody records. El Cajon is a city of about 105,000 located in East County. Most inmates arrested in El Cajon are sent to San Diego Central Jail, George Bailey Detention Facility, or other county jails based on classification and available bed space. The Sheriff's online search tool provides access to all booking records for people arrested in El Cajon.
El Cajon Quick Facts
County Jail for El Cajon
San Diego County runs the jail system for El Cajon. The city does not have its own jail. All inmates arrested in El Cajon are booked into county facilities. The Sheriff handles all bookings and detention. This system serves the entire county, including all cities and unincorporated areas.
People arrested in El Cajon may be taken to any of the seven county jails. Common facilities include San Diego Central Jail, George Bailey Detention Facility, and Las Colinas for women. The Sheriff decides where to house each inmate based on gender, charges, classification level, and bed availability. Inmates can be moved between facilities as needed.
The Sheriff maintains all records for people arrested in El Cajon. You can search for inmates online using the county system. The search shows which jail holds each person, booking date, charges, and bail amount. Call the Sheriff at 858-974-2222 if you need help finding someone.
Search El Cajon Inmates
You can search for inmates arrested in El Cajon through the San Diego County online system. The tool is free and updated regularly. Go to apps.sdsheriff.net/wij to start. You need a last name or booking number.
Enter the last name of the person you are looking for. You need at least three letters. Results show full name, date of birth, booking date, charges, bail amount, and current facility. Click on a name to see more details like court dates if available. The system updates often, so recent arrests appear within hours. If someone was just arrested in El Cajon, check back later if they do not show up right away.
The search covers all San Diego County jails. This includes San Diego Central, George Bailey, Las Colinas, Vista, South Bay, East Mesa, and juvenile facilities. Inmates may be moved between jails, so the search shows their current location. If you cannot find someone, call the Sheriff's detention line at 858-974-2222 and staff can help you.
VINE for El Cajon Inmates
VINE is a free service that tracks inmates in county jails. You can register to get alerts when an inmate is released or moved. This service works for people arrested in El Cajon and held in San Diego County custody.
Visit vinelink.dhs.gov to search for an inmate. Select California, then San Diego County. Enter the person's name. Once you find them, register for alerts by phone, email, or text. You can also call 877-411-5588 to use the phone system. VINE will notify you automatically when there is a change in custody status.
VINE only covers county jails. If an inmate is moved to state prison, you need to use the CDCR inmate locator at ciris.mt.cdcr.ca.gov. VINE is best for tracking someone while their case is pending in local court.
Note: VINE alerts continue until you cancel your registration or the inmate leaves the county jail system.
El Cajon Police Department
El Cajon Police make arrests in the city. They do not operate a jail. All arrested persons are taken to county jails. For arrest records or police reports, contact El Cajon Police. For custody records and inmate information, contact the Sheriff.
| Department | El Cajon Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 Civic Center Way El Cajon, CA 92020 |
| Phone | 619-579-3311 (Non-Emergency) |
| Records | 619-579-3311 |
| Website | www.elcajonpd.org |
The police department is located at the Civic Center in El Cajon. The department has over 120 officers serving the city. If you need information about a recent arrest, call the non-emergency line. For police reports, contact the records unit. Police reports are public records but may have a fee for copies.
Once someone is booked into county jail, all custody questions go to the Sheriff. The police department does not track inmates after they leave police custody. Use the Sheriff's online search or call 858-974-2222 to find someone in jail.
East County Cities
El Cajon is part of the East County region of San Diego County. Other cities in the county share the same jail system. Inmates from any city may be held at any facility. The Sheriff's inmate search covers everyone countywide.
Other major cities in San Diego County include:
All these cities use the San Diego County jail system. You search for inmates the same way no matter where they were arrested. The online tool at apps.sdsheriff.net/wij covers the whole county.
Visiting Inmates from El Cajon
Visiting an inmate in San Diego County jail requires scheduling ahead. Most jails now use video visitation. Each facility has different rules. Check the Sheriff's website for current procedures at the specific jail where your inmate is held. Video visits are booked through Securus Technologies. Visit securustech.net to create an account and schedule a visit. There is a fee for each session. You can visit from home or use a kiosk at the jail. In-person visits may require approval and are limited.
To send money to an inmate, use the approved deposit service on the Sheriff's website. You need the inmate's full name and booking number. Inmates use funds for commissary, phone calls, and other services. Never send cash or checks to the jail. Use only the official vendor.
Legal Help in El Cajon
If you or someone you know is in custody, legal help may be needed. The San Diego Defender's Office provides public defense for people who cannot afford a private lawyer. If you qualify, the court will appoint a public defender when you are arraigned. Call 619-338-4700 for more information or visit www.sdcda.org.
Legal Aid Society of San Diego offers free civil legal help to low-income residents at 877-534-2524 or www.lassd.org. They do not handle criminal defense but can assist with related issues. For court information, contact the San Diego County Superior Court at 619-450-5703 or visit www.sdcourt.ca.gov. The East County Regional Center courthouse in El Cajon handles many local cases.
San Diego County Jail Roster
El Cajon is in San Diego County. All jail bookings from the city are processed by the San Diego County Sheriff. The county jail system serves all cities and unincorporated areas. For complete information on county facilities, inmate services, and additional resources, visit the San Diego County jail roster page.