Modesto Jail Roster Database
The Modesto jail roster lists all inmates in Stanislaus County custody. Modesto is the county seat with over 218,000 residents. All people arrested in Modesto are booked at the Stanislaus County jail. The sheriff runs the Public Safety Center at 200 E. Hackett Road in Modesto. This is where most inmates go after arrest. You can search the online roster to see who is in custody. The system shows booking dates, charges, and bail info. It updates throughout the day as people are booked in or released. Most searches take just a few seconds.
Modesto Quick Facts
Stanislaus County Runs Modesto Jails
Modesto is in Stanislaus County. The city does not have its own jail. When Modesto police arrest someone, they book that person at a county facility. The sheriff runs the jail system. Most bookings happen at the Public Safety Center in Modesto. All custody records are kept by the sheriff, not the city police.
The jail holds inmates from many agencies. This includes Modesto PD, sheriff's deputies, highway patrol, and other local police. All arrests in the county use the same booking process. The jail roster shows everyone in custody. If someone was arrested in Modesto, they will show up on the Stanislaus County roster. You search by name or booking number to find them.
How to Search Modesto Inmate Records
The Stanislaus County Sheriff has an online inmate list at scsdonline.com. This tool shows all inmates in custody right now. You can search by last name, first name, or booking number. The database is free to use and open to the public. It updates often with new arrests and releases.
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 (209) 525-6500 for basic custody info. Staff can tell you if someone is in jail. They will not give out detailed info over the phone. Use the online search for full details. For automatic alerts about custody changes, sign up for VINE instead of checking the roster every day.
Note: The roster updates every few hours, so very recent bookings may not show up right away.
VINE for Modesto Inmate Alerts
VINE is a free service that tracks inmates. It sends alerts when custody status changes. You can use VINE to check if someone is in jail or has been released. VINE works with the Stanislaus County jail and updates in real time. Many people in Modesto 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.
Modesto Police Department
The Modesto Police Department handles law enforcement for the city. When they arrest someone, they book the person at the Stanislaus 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 Modesto PD. For jail info, contact the sheriff.
| Agency | Modesto Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 600 10th Street Modesto, CA 95354 |
| Phone | (209) 572-9500 |
| Non-Emergency | (209) 552-2470 |
| Website | modestopd.com |
Modesto PD can provide arrest reports and incident info. They do not have custody info. For that, call the Stanislaus County Sheriff at (209) 525-6500 or search the online inmate roster.
Inmate Services in Modesto
The Stanislaus County Sheriff works with third-party companies to offer services to inmates and families. GTL handles phone and video visits. You can set up a prepaid account at gtl.net or call 800-483-8314. Video visits let you talk to an inmate without going to the jail.
TouchPay handles money deposits for inmates. You can send money online at touchpayonline.com or call 866-232-1899. The money goes into the inmate's account for commissary, phone calls, and other needs. Processing can take a day or two, so plan ahead if the inmate needs funds right away.
Legal Help in Modesto
Several groups offer legal help for people facing criminal charges or dealing with jail issues in Modesto. Central California Legal Services has an office in Modesto at (209) 577-3811. They help low-income clients with certain legal issues. The Stanislaus County Public Defender represents people who cannot afford a private lawyer. Their office is at (209) 558-4413.
The Stanislaus County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service at (209) 521-2552. They match you with a local attorney who handles criminal or civil cases. For court info, contact the Stanislaus County Superior Court at (209) 558-6000. 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 rely on 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.
Stanislaus County Jail Roster
Modesto is in Stanislaus County. All jail bookings go through the Stanislaus County Sheriff. The county jail serves Modesto and many other cities. For more on county facilities, booking procedures, and other resources, visit the Stanislaus County jail roster page.