Del Norte County Inmate Search

Del Norte County maintains a jail roster through the Sheriff's Office in Crescent City. Anyone can search for inmates online at no cost. The county uses CitizenRIMS to post booking records and custody status for people held at the local jail. These records update daily. You can look up current inmates by name or booking number. The system shows charges, booking dates, and bond information. VINE notification services are also available for Del Norte County residents who want alerts about custody changes.

Del Norte County Sheriff Jail Information

The Del Norte County Sheriff runs the main jail facility at 650 Fifth Street in Crescent City. This office handles all bookings for the county. Call them at 707-464-4191 for general jail questions. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody. They can also help with bail and visitation rules.

The Sheriff's Office operates the only detention center in Del Norte County. It holds people who are waiting for trial. It also keeps those serving county jail sentences. The building sits in downtown Crescent City near the courthouse. Most arrests in the county end up here. Local police bring people to this location after booking.

You can visit during set hours each week. Jail staff will give you the times when you call. Bring a valid ID if you plan to visit an inmate. Rules change based on custody level and charges.

Search Del Norte Jail Roster Online

Del Norte County posts its jail roster at delnorte.citizenrims.com/incarcerated-people using the CitizenRIMS platform. This tool shows all current inmates in real time. Type a last name to start your search. You can also use a first name or booking number if you know it.

The roster lists each person's full name and age. It shows when they were booked and what charges they face. Bond amounts appear if bail was set. You will see housing location for inmates. Some entries include mugshots but not all records have photos. The system updates throughout the day as new bookings come in and releases happen.

CitizenRIMS works on phones and computers. No login is needed. The search is free. Results load fast. You can see if someone got out by checking the release date field.

VINE Notification for Del Norte County

Del Norte County participates in VINE. This system lets you track inmates and get alerts. The VINE phone number is 877-411-5588. You can call anytime to check custody status.

VINE also works online. Go to the VINE website and select California, then Del Norte County. Enter the inmate's name to see if they are in custody. You can register for free alerts that notify you when someone is released or moved to another facility. Many victims and family members use this tool to stay informed about custody changes without calling the jail repeatedly.

Alerts come by phone, email, or text. Pick what works best for you. Set it up once and VINE will notify you automatically.

Del Norte County Booking Process

When someone gets arrested in Del Norte County, they go to the jail in Crescent City for booking. This process takes a few hours. Staff collect personal information and take fingerprints. They search for warrants and run a background check. A mugshot is taken. Property gets inventoried and stored.

After booking, the person sees a judge within 48 hours. The judge sets bail or orders them held without bail. Some people post bond right away. Others stay in jail until trial. First-time offenders with minor charges often get out quickly. Serious felonies or repeat offenders may sit longer.

Bond can be paid at the jail. Cash and bail bonds are accepted. Some use a bail bondsman to cover the full amount. Once bail is posted, release takes a few hours. Family members should call ahead to confirm payment options and release times.

Del Norte County follows state laws for booking and detention. Inmates have rights to phone calls and medical care while in custody.

Inmate Services in Del Norte County

Inmates at the Del Norte County Jail can use phone and commissary services. Third-party companies provide these. Families can deposit money into inmate accounts. This lets inmates buy snacks, hygiene items, and other supplies from the jail commissary.

Phone calls from the jail cost money. Rates vary based on the provider. You can set up a prepaid account to receive calls from an inmate. Some companies also offer video visits. Check with the Sheriff's Office to find out which services they use.

Mail is allowed at the Del Norte County Jail. Letters must follow rules about content and size. No cash can be sent in the mail. Money orders are the safe way to send funds. Include the inmate's full name and booking number on all mail and deposits.

Nearby Counties

Del Norte County borders Humboldt County to the south and Siskiyou County to the east. Each runs its own jail system with separate records.

• Humboldt County Jail Roster - Posts daily PDF reports in Eureka
• Siskiyou County Jail Roster - Uses CitizenRIMS in Yreka

If you cannot find someone in Del Norte County, check these neighboring counties. People arrested near county lines may be held in a different facility.