Modoc County Jail Roster

Modoc County does not post an online jail roster on its website. To find out if someone is in custody, you need to call the Sheriff's Office at 530-233-4416 or use VINE. The Sheriff handles all jail operations from the main facility in Alturas. Staff can tell you custody status and booking information over the phone during business hours. VINE provides 24-hour automated access to inmate records for Modoc County. The jail holds people awaiting trial and those serving short sentences, operating as the primary detention center for this rural county in far northeastern California.

Contact Modoc County Sheriff for Jail Information

The Modoc County Sheriff runs the jail at 102 South Court Street in Alturas. Call 530-233-4416 to ask about inmates. Staff can look up custody status when you provide a name. They will tell you if someone is currently held at the facility.

The Sheriff's Office handles bookings for all of Modoc County. This is a small facility in a rural area. The jail holds fewer inmates than larger counties. Most people book in for local charges. Some are held on warrants from other counties or states.

Business hours are Monday through Friday during the day. Call ahead to confirm someone is available to help with your question. After hours, you can use VINE to check inmate status without waiting for the office to open.

Use VINE for Modoc County Inmates

VINE works 24 hours a day for Modoc County. Call 877-411-5588 to check custody status anytime. The automated system asks for a name or booking number. It tells you if the person is in the Modoc County Jail right now.

You can also use VINE online. Go to the VINE website and select California as the state. Pick Modoc County from the list. Enter the inmate's first and last name. The system searches its database and shows current custody status. If the person is not in custody, they may have been released or moved to another facility.

VINE also offers alerts. Register online to get notifications when an inmate is released or transferred. Choose phone, email, or text for your alerts. This service is free. Many people use it instead of calling the jail multiple times to check status.

Victims of crime can use VINE for safety planning. The system notifies you before someone gets out so you have time to take precautions if needed.

Public Records Request in Modoc County

Modoc County has a public records portal at modoccountyca.nextrequest.com for formal requests. This portal lets you ask for documents and records from county departments. You can use it to request booking logs or other jail records that are not available online.

Fill out a request form with details about what you need. The county has 10 days to respond under California law. Some records are free. Others may have copying fees. Staff will tell you if there are costs before they process your request.

Most people just call the Sheriff's Office for simple questions about inmates. The public records portal is better for detailed reports or historical information that requires staff to search files and prepare documents.

Modoc County Booking Process

When someone gets arrested in Modoc County, they go to the jail in Alturas for booking. Staff take fingerprints and a photo. Personal property gets stored. A background check runs to find warrants. This takes a few hours depending on the situation.

Bail gets set based on charges and the county bail schedule. Some people post bail right away. Others wait in jail for a court date. First appearances happen within 48 hours of arrest. A judge reviews the case and may change bail at that hearing.

Bail can be paid at the jail with cash or a money order. Some people use a bail bondsman. Once bail is posted, release usually takes a few hours. Call ahead to confirm payment options and release times.

Modoc County is rural and small. The jail operates with limited staff. Be patient when calling or visiting. They will help you but it may take some time during busy periods.

Jail Visitation and Inmate Services

Visitation at the Modoc County Jail happens on set days and times. Call the Sheriff's Office to find out the current schedule. You need valid ID to visit an inmate. Rules about clothing and belongings are strict. Leave most items in your car.

Inmates can make phone calls from the jail. Third-party companies provide phone service. Rates vary. You may need to set up an account to receive calls from an inmate. Check with the jail to find out which company they use.

Commissary lets inmates buy snacks and hygiene items. Family can deposit money into an inmate's account. Include the inmate's full name and booking number when making deposits. The jail has information about how to send money.

Mail is allowed. Follow jail rules for letters and packages. Do not send cash. Money orders are safer. Photos may be allowed but check first.

Nearby County Jail Records

Modoc County shares borders with other counties that have their own jail systems:

• Siskiyou County Jail Roster - West of Modoc, online search available
• Lassen County Jail Roster - South of Modoc, CrimeGraphics portal
• Shasta County Jail Roster - Southwest of Modoc, online in Redding

If someone was arrested near a county line, check neighboring counties. They may be held in a different facility than you expect.

California State Resources

If you cannot find someone in Modoc County Jail, they may be in state prison. California runs a statewide inmate locator called CIRIS. This tool searches all state prisons. Go to ciris.mt.cdcr.ca.gov to search by name or CDCR number.

CIRIS shows current inmates and recent releases from state facilities. It does not include county jail records. Use CIRIS if someone has been sentenced to state prison or if you think they transferred from county jail to state custody.