Visalia Inmate Roster Search

Visalia jail roster records are managed by Tulare County. The city has over 141,000 residents and is the county seat. All people arrested in Visalia are booked at the Tulare County jail system. The sheriff runs the Main Jail at 897 S Mooney Boulevard in Visalia. This is where most inmates go after arrest. You can search the online roster to find who is in custody. The system shows booking dates, charges, and bail info. It updates regularly as new people are booked and others are released. Most searches take only a few seconds if you know the person's name.

Tulare County Runs Visalia Jails

Visalia is in Tulare County. The city does not have its own jail. When Visalia police arrest someone, they book that person at the county jail. The sheriff runs all jails in Tulare County. Most Visalia bookings happen at the Main Jail on Mooney Boulevard. Some inmates transfer to other county facilities later based on space or security needs. All are part of the same system.

The jail holds inmates from many agencies. This includes Visalia PD, sheriff's deputies, highway patrol, and other local police. All arrests in the county use the same booking process. The roster shows everyone in custody. If someone was arrested in Visalia, they will be in the Tulare County system. You search by name or booking number to find them.

Search Tulare County Inmate Records

The Tulare County Sheriff has an online inmate search at tularecounty.ca.gov. 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 Visalia and other parts of Tulare 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 in Tulare County custody.

You can also call the jail at (559) 636-4655 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 Visalia Inmates

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 Tulare County jail and updates in real time. Many people in Visalia 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 only tracks county jail inmates, not state prison or federal custody.

Visalia Police Department

The Visalia Police Department is the main law enforcement agency for the city. When they arrest someone, they book the person at the Tulare 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 Visalia PD. For jail info, contact the sheriff.

Visalia PD can provide arrest reports and incident info. They do not have custody info. For that, call the Tulare County Sheriff at (559) 636-4655 or search the online inmate roster.

Inmate Services in Visalia

The Tulare County Sheriff works with third-party companies to offer services to inmates and families. JailPhone handles inmate phone calls. Families can set up a prepaid account to receive calls from inmates. GTL also provides services for video visits and messaging. You can set up accounts online or by phone.

These services charge fees for phone calls, video visits, and money deposits. Rates vary by service. Check each company's website for current pricing. Many families in Visalia use these services to stay in touch with inmates without having to visit the jail in person.

Legal Help in Visalia

Several groups offer legal help for people facing criminal charges or dealing with jail issues in Visalia. Central California Legal Services has an office in Visalia at (559) 733-8770. They help low-income clients with certain legal issues. The Tulare County Public Defender represents people who cannot afford a private lawyer. Their office is at (559) 636-5494.

The Tulare County Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service. They match you with a local attorney who handles criminal or civil cases. For court info, contact the Tulare County Superior Court at (559) 730-5000. 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 Visalia.

Nearby 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.

• Fresno - Fresno County
• Clovis - Fresno County
• Bakersfield - Kern County

Tulare County Jail Roster

Visalia is in Tulare County. All jail bookings go through the Tulare County Sheriff. The county jail serves Visalia and many other cities. For more on county facilities, booking procedures, and other resources, visit the Tulare County jail roster page.

View Tulare County Jail Roster