Ventura County Jail Roster Access

Ventura County maintains an inmate search system through the Sheriff's Office. The main jail facility sits in Ventura on South Victoria Avenue. You can search for inmates online to find booking information, charges, and custody status. The database shows people currently held in county facilities. Searches are free and available at all times. Ventura County books thousands of individuals each year on charges ranging from traffic warrants to serious felonies. The online system makes it easy to find out if someone is in jail without having to call or visit in person. Most searches take just a few seconds to complete once you enter a name.

Ventura County Sheriff Jail Contact

The Ventura County Sheriff's Office operates the main jail at 800 South Victoria Avenue in the city of Ventura. Call 805-654-3335 for jail information. This number connects you to staff who can answer questions about inmates and visiting procedures.

The jail handles bookings from all over Ventura County. Police departments in Oxnard, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, and other cities bring arrestees to this facility. The sheriff also provides law enforcement to unincorporated areas and contracts with some smaller cities for police services.

Jail staff work around the clock processing bookings and managing inmates. They can tell you if someone is in custody. They provide information about bail and court dates when available.

Inmate Information Search

Ventura County offers an inmate search tool on the Sheriff's website. The system was available at sheriff.venturacounty.gov/inmate-information/inmate-search though the site sometimes requires direct contact during technical updates. You can search by name or booking number when the system is online.

Search results show the inmate's full name and booking date. You see all charges filed against the person. The system displays bail amount when set by the court. It tells you custody status and location within the jail.

The database updates throughout each day as new bookings occur. Recent arrests may take a few hours to show up in the system. If you do not find someone right away, try again later. Very new bookings need time to process before they appear online.

If the online system is down or you need more information, call the jail directly. Staff can look up inmates by name and provide current status information over the phone.

VINE Custody Notifications

Ventura County participates in VINELink for inmate notifications. Go to vinelink.dhs.gov and select California, then Ventura County. Register for free alerts about specific inmates.

VINE sends text or email notifications when an inmate's status changes. You get alerts for releases and transfers. This helps families stay informed about loved ones in custody. Victims of crime use VINE to track offenders and know when they leave jail.

Set up notifications for multiple inmates if needed. The service works across California so you can track people in different counties at the same time. All alerts are automatic once you register.

Booking and Arraignment Process

When someone gets arrested in Ventura County, police take them to the main jail for booking. Staff collect fingerprints and photographs. They record personal details and run warrant checks. Booking takes several hours from start to finish.

After booking, inmates see a judge within forty-eight hours. This first court appearance is called arraignment. The judge sets bail and reads the charges. Some people get released on their own recognizance. Others must post bail to leave custody before trial.

Bail amounts depend on the charge. Minor crimes have lower bail. Serious felonies require high bail or no bail at all. The court considers criminal history when setting amounts. People who cannot pay bail stay in jail until trial. Public defenders represent those who cannot afford private lawyers.

Inmate Communication Services

Ventura County jails use JPay for inmate services. This includes money deposits and electronic messaging in some cases. You can send funds to an inmate's account online through the JPay website. Search for Ventura County Jail and follow the prompts.

Money in an inmate's account pays for commissary items. Inmates buy snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies from the commissary. Funds also cover phone calls in most facilities.

Phone calls from jail go through a third-party vendor. Inmates can only call out. They cannot receive incoming calls. Set up an account to accept calls from the jail. Rates vary based on the service provider and type of call.

Visitation happens on scheduled days. Check the sheriff's website for current visiting hours. Bring valid photo ID when you visit. Follow dress code rules. The jail can deny entry if you wear inappropriate clothing or gang-related colors.

Send mail to inmates by addressing it to the jail with the inmate's full name and booking number. All mail gets screened before delivery. Do not send cash or prohibited items through the mail.

Ventura County Legal Resources

Inmates who need legal help can request a public defender. The court appoints counsel for people who cannot afford private attorneys. This happens at the arraignment hearing. Public defenders handle cases from first appearance through trial.

Legal aid organizations in Ventura County provide free advice on some matters. These groups help with questions about bail, charges, and court procedures. Contact information is available through the court or county website.

Bail bond agents operate near the courthouse and jail. They post bond for people who cannot pay the full bail amount. Bond agents charge fees for their services. Shop around to compare rates before choosing an agent.

Nearby County Jail Systems

If you do not find who you need in Ventura County, check surrounding counties. Arrests near county borders sometimes go to different jurisdictions.

• Los Angeles County - South and east of Ventura County
• Back to all California counties

Each county runs its own jail system. You need to search each database separately to locate someone who might have been arrested outside Ventura County.

Note: Ventura County does not have major cities over 100,000 population with their own jail roster pages. All searches go through the county system regardless of which city police department made the arrest.