Madera Inmate Roster Access
Madera jail roster info comes from Madera County. The city is the county seat with over 66,000 people. All people arrested in Madera go to the Madera County jail system. The sheriff runs the Main Jail at 195 Tozer Street in Madera. This is where most inmates are booked and housed. You can search the online roster to find inmates. The system shows booking dates, charges, and bail amounts for all county inmates. It updates regularly throughout the day. Most searches take just seconds when you have a name.
Madera Quick Facts
Madera County Runs All Jails
Madera is in Madera County. The city does not have its own jail. When Madera police arrest someone, they book that person at the county jail. The sheriff runs all jails in the county. The Main Jail at 195 Tozer Street in Madera handles most bookings. All custody records are kept by the sheriff. This includes arrests by Madera PD, sheriff's deputies, and other agencies in the county.
The jail holds inmates from many agencies. All arrests in the county use the same booking process. The roster shows everyone in custody. If someone was arrested in Madera, they will be in the Madera County system. You search by name or booking number to find them. The phone number for jail info is (559) 675-7951. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody if you call.
Search Madera County Inmate Database
The Madera County Sheriff has an online inmate search at inmatepublicview.maderacounty.com. This tool shows all inmates in custody. You can search by last name, first name, or booking number. The roster is free and updates throughout the day. Anyone can use it to find current inmates in Madera and other parts of the county.
Enter a last name to start your search. The system returns a list of all matches. Click on a name to see full booking info. You will find charges, bail amount, booking date, and current location. If there are many people with the same last name, add a first name to narrow the results. The roster does not show people who have been released or sent to state prison. It only shows current inmates.
You can also call the jail at (559) 675-7951 for basic custody info. Staff can tell you if someone is in jail. They will not give out detailed info over the phone for privacy reasons. Use the online search for full details. For automatic alerts about custody changes, sign up for VINE instead of checking the roster every day.
VINE Notifications for Madera Inmates
VINE is a free service that tracks inmates. It sends alerts when custody status changes. You can use VINE to see if someone is in jail or has been released. VINE works with the Madera County jail and updates in real time. Many people in Madera use it to stay informed without calling the jail every day.
Call 877-411-5588 to use VINE by phone. You need the inmate's name or booking number. The automated system 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 has a court date. This is useful for victims, witnesses, and family members.
You can also use VINE online at vinelink.dhs.gov. Select California, then search by name or ID. The site shows custody status and location. Registration is free and takes just a few minutes. Once you sign up, VINE sends automatic updates so you do not have to keep checking the jail roster.
Note: VINE tracks county jail inmates, not state prison or federal custody.
Madera Police Department
The Madera Police Department handles law enforcement for the city. When they arrest someone, they book the person at the Madera 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 Madera PD. For jail info, contact the sheriff.
| Agency | Madera Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 330 South C Street Madera, CA 93638 |
| Phone | (559) 675-4220 |
| Non-Emergency | (559) 675-4220 |
| Website | madera.gov/police |
Madera PD can provide arrest reports and incident info. They do not have custody info. For that, call the Madera County Sheriff at (559) 675-7951 or search the online inmate roster.
Inmate Services in Madera
The Madera 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.
HomeWav also provides services for video visits. VINELink works with Madera County for custody notifications. These services charge fees for phone calls, video visits, and money deposits. Rates vary by service. Check each company's website for current pricing.
Legal Help in Madera
Several groups offer legal help for people facing criminal charges or dealing with jail issues in Madera. Central California Legal Services has offices in the region. The Madera County Public Defender represents people who cannot afford a private lawyer. Their office is at (559) 416-5600.
For court info, contact the Madera County Superior Court at (559) 416-5400. Court staff can look up case info and tell you when hearings are scheduled. They cannot give legal advice, but they can help you find the right forms or direct you to other resources in Madera.
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.
Madera County Jail Roster
Madera is in Madera County. All jail bookings go through the Madera County Sheriff. The county jail serves Madera and other cities. For more on county facilities, booking procedures, and other resources, visit the Madera County jail roster page.