Glendale Jail

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Glendale Jail Information

Located in Glendale, Los Angeles County, California, the Glendale Jail is a 25-bed jail. For inmate information, you can contact them 24 hours a day at 818-548-3124.

This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on their charges, inmates may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

You can use the inmate search tool to view the roster of individuals currently in custody.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this facility, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides details on the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

It’s advisable to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you cannot locate it online, call Glendale Jail at 818-548-3124 for help.

Phone: 818-548-3124

Physical Address:
140 N. Isabel St
Glendale, CA 91206-4313

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name and booking #
PO BOX 86164
Terminal Annex
Los Angeles, CA 90086-0164

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How Do You Find Someone in the Glendale Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Glendale Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 818-548-3124 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Los Angeles County and every other county in California.

Glendale Jail Inmate Search

The Glendale Jail maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Glendale Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Los Angeles County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 529,180 offenders.

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About the Glendale Jail
The Glendale Jail in California has a capacity of 96 persons. It is a secure facility that houses adult inmates over the age of 18 who have already been convicted of a crime under California law. The detention center serves men and women and was built in 2005. It is one of the busiest jails in Los Angeles County, with monthly bookings numbering 500 to 700. The address is 131 North Isabel Street PO Box 10142, Glendale, CA, 91206. The address and contact number for Glendale Jail in California is 131 N Isabel St, Glendale, CA 91206 and 818-548-3124 respectively. For immediate inmate and bail information, call (888) 224-5266. The Glendale Detention Facility in California has visitation hours from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. daily, with inmates allowed two 15-minute visits per day. Emergency visits are also allowed, subject to approval. The Glendale City Jail (GCJ) is a 96-bed correctional facility operated by the Glendale Police Department (GPD). It holds individuals who have been arrested and are waiting for an Initial Appearance on either felony or misdemeanor charges. Remote video visits from families and friends are available, however, there have been reports of inmates being held in cells without beds or blankets for two nights. The California State Prison, Los Angeles County (LAC) is a separate facility located in Lancaster, CA. Glendale Jail in California is unique in that it offers a "Pay to Stay" or "Private Jail" program, making it the third busiest municipal jail in Los Angeles County. It also serves as a medical hub for Enhanced Outpatient (EOP) and EOP inmates and generated $96,475 in 2012 through its pay-to-stay program.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Booking process details at Glendale Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Glendale Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.

It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.

The booking process at Glendale Jail typically involves the following steps:

  • Identifying the individual.
  • Taking a mugshot.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal background.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Conducting a full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal property.
  • Allowing a phone call.

Booking times can range from one hour to 48 hours. For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 818-548-3124.

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Directions / Map to the Glendale Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to post bail for a loved one in Los Angeles County

Once booked at Glendale Jail in Glendale, the individual has several possible outcomes:

1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 818-548-3124.

Several payment methods are available for bail.

  • Bail can be paid in cash, by credit card, or with a money order.
  • Licensed bail bondsmen in Los Angeles County can assist with the process.
  • Property within the county can also be used to pay bail.

For more details on the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Glendale Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Glendale Jail? What is the Schedule?

Glendale Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

140 N. Isabel St
Glendale, CA 91206-4313
818-548-3124

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 818-548-3124 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 818-548-3124 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
MONDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM
6:00PM - 8:00PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM - 11:00AM
2:00PM - 4:00PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Glendale Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Glendale Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Glendale Jail?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Glendale Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Los Angeles County follow these instructions:

Glendale Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose California.
  • Choose Glendale Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Glendale Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. California to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. California to California) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Los Angeles County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Glendale Jail, and what can I send them?

Glendale Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Glendale Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Glendale Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.

Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope. 

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
140 N. Isabel St
Glendale, CA 91206-4313



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
140 N. Isabel St
Glendale, CA 91206-4313



Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.

Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.

Books
The Glendale Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Glendale Jail standards will be disposed of. 
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
140 N. Isabel St
Glendale, CA 91206-4313

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Glendale Jail, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Glendale Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Glendale Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Glendale Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 818-548-3124 for further assistance.

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