Search San Benito Jail Roster

The San Benito County jail roster is not available on a public website. You must use VINE to check custody status or call the jail directly at 831-636-4060. The Sheriff's Office in Hollister runs the detention facility at 710 Flynn Road. VINE provides free access to inmate information for all California counties including San Benito. You can search by name and get alerts about custody changes. The county also uses Securus and GTL Visit Me for inmate phone and video services. Family members should call ahead before visiting the jail to confirm hours and requirements.

San Benito County Jail Information

The San Benito County Sheriff operates the jail at 710 Flynn Road in Hollister. This is the only detention facility in the county. Call 831-636-4060 for questions about inmates. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody. They help with bail, visits, and release info.

All arrests in San Benito County lead to booking at this jail. Local police bring people here after an arrest. The jail holds those awaiting trial and those serving county sentences. It is a smaller facility compared to nearby counties like Monterey or Santa Clara. Capacity limits mean some inmates may get moved to other counties if space runs out.

Visiting hours are set by the jail. Call ahead to confirm times. Bring ID. Follow dress codes. No personal items get past security checkpoints at the door.

Use VINE to Search San Benito Inmates

San Benito County does not post a public online roster. You must use VINELink to search for inmates. Call 877-411-5588 to check custody status by phone. This free service works around the clock. You can also visit the VINE website and select California, then San Benito County.

Enter the person's first and last name. The system tells you if they are in custody. It shows booking dates and the facility where they are held. You can register for free alerts that notify you when an inmate gets released or moved. Many victims and family members rely on VINE to stay updated without calling the jail every day. Alerts come by phone, email, or text based on your preferences when you sign up.

VINE does not show charges or bail amounts. Call the jail for that information. The system only tracks custody status and location.

Booking and Detention in San Benito County

When police make an arrest in San Benito County, they bring the person to the jail in Hollister. Booking takes a few hours. Staff collect personal data. They take fingerprints and a photo. Property gets stored. Warrants are checked through state and federal databases to see if the person is wanted elsewhere.

After booking, inmates see a judge within 48 hours. The judge decides bail. Some people get out on their own recognizance. Others must post bail to leave. Bail amounts vary based on charges and criminal history. Serious crimes lead to higher bail or no bail at all. Those who cannot make bail stay in custody until trial, which may take weeks or months depending on court schedules and case complexity.

Family can post bail at the jail. Cash, bail bonds, and property bonds are accepted. Bring the full amount or hire a bail bondsman. Release happens after payment clears. Ask staff how long it will take when you pay.

Inmate Phone and Visitation Services

Inmates at the San Benito County Jail use Securus and GTL Visit Me for phone and video calls. These services charge per minute. Families can set up prepaid accounts to receive calls. Video visits let you see an inmate without going to the jail.

Money can be deposited into inmate accounts for commissary purchases. Inmates buy snacks, hygiene items, and other supplies with these funds. Do not mail cash. Use money orders or online deposit systems instead. Include the inmate's full name and booking number on all deposits and mail.

Letters are allowed but must follow jail rules. No contraband. Photos are okay if they meet guidelines. Ask jail staff if you have questions about what you can send.

Nearby Counties with Online Rosters

San Benito County borders Monterey County to the west and Santa Clara County to the north. These counties have online jail rosters you can search.

• Monterey County Jail Roster - Search online at mcso.countyofmonterey.gov
• Santa Clara County Jail Roster - Search at eservices.sccgov.org
• Santa Cruz County Jail Roster - Use jailviewer.co.santa-cruz.ca.us

If you cannot find someone in San Benito County, check these neighboring counties. Arrests near borders may lead to booking in a different county.