Joshua Tree Jail

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Joshua Tree Jail Information

The Joshua Tree Jail is a 50 bed jail in the city of Joshua Tree, San Bernardino County, California. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 760-367-9546.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.

You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.

Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 760-367-9546, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Joshua Tree Jail at 760-367-9546 to get it.

Phone: 760-367-9546

Physical Address:
6527 White Feather Road
Joshua Tree, CA 92252

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How Do You Find Someone in the Joshua Tree Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Joshua Tree 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 760-367-9546 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for San Bernardino County and every other county in California.

Joshua Tree Jail Inmate Search

The Joshua Tree Jail maintains an average of 50 offenders in custody on any given day. The Joshua Tree 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 San Bernardino County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 174,960 offenders.

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About the Joshua Tree Jail
The Joshua Tree Jail in California has a capacity of 79 inmates. It is designed for temporary housing and does not have the amenities of a longer-term facility. The jail is part of the San Bernardino County, CA Jail and Prison System, which has seen a jail-building boom in recent years. This contrasts with California State Prisons, which are designed for minimum security and medium security inmates and have a design capacity of 2,200. The Joshua Tree Jail in California is located at 6602 White Feather Road, Joshua Tree CA. The jail's phone number is 760-366-4175 and the anonymous crime tips line is 800-78 CRIME. Inmates can be located by calling 760-366-5746, and visits can be scheduled by calling 909-887-0364 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. The Joshua Tree Jail in California allows inmates one to two visits of 30 minutes each at the facility, and potentially no limit on the number of visits when using the home visitation option. Visiting hours are from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm on Monday and 8:00 am to 3:00 pm on Sunday. Certain hours may be restricted based on the housing location of the inmate. Those who choose not to use the home visitation option can schedule a visit by calling (909) 887-0364 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. A former inmate at the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department jail in Joshua Tree is suing the county and local deputies after a week in custody due to medical neglect. The Sheriff's Department has faced criticism for its healthcare services, with an inmate dying in his cell due to lack of timely care. Inmates can be located using the Inmate Locator form on the Sheriff's Department website, and those with underlying conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and other health issues are particularly vulnerable to the coronavirus. Joshua Tree Jail in California is unique because it houses male offenders convicted of crimes under both California state and federal laws. It is also located near the 800,000-acre Joshua Tree National Park, which is known for its spiritual and scenic beauty. The park is home to the iconic Joshua Trees, which are actually Agave plants that were once used by native people to create baskets and shoes. Inmates at the jail can be located using an online search tool.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What is the booking process for the Joshua Tree Jail?

After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Joshua Tree Jail for booking, which is the detailed process of identifying, classifying, deciding on charges, and whether the person will either be released on their own recognizance, allowed to be released on bail, or moved into the jail until their court date.

The first thing every newly arrested person must do is close their mouth. Everything an offender says may be used against them, so the best thing to do is remain silent when questioned about the arrest and what led to it.

These are the steps of booking someone into the Joshua Tree Jail:

  • Personal identification.
  • Mugshot(s).
  • Questions about medical history, mental health, drug and alcohol use, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA.
  • Full body search.
  • Property forfeiture.
  • Free phone call.

Booking can take as little as an hour, or up to 48 hours on a busy weekend or holiday evening, or if the offender is violent, wasted or generally uncooperative. If you have any questions about when you can pay an offender's bond and what the cost will be, call the facility at 760-367-9546.

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Directions / Map to the Joshua Tree Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

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When an offender is arrested and brought to the Joshua Tree Jail in Joshua Tree for booking, there are several outcomes after being processed.

1. The offender will be released with no bail, promising to return on a specific date to appear before a judge in either Municipal or San Bernardino County Court.
2. The offender is ordered to remain in jail until their court date.
3. The offender is allowed to be released after paying a specified bond or bail.  Call 760-367-9546 to get the exact amount.

The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.

  • If can be paid by cash, money order or credit card.
  • It can be paid using a bail company, licensed to do business in San Bernardino County.
  • It can be paid by using a residential property in the county as collateral. 

For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in San Bernardino County California, check out the Joshua Tree Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Joshua Tree Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

6527 White Feather Road
Joshua Tree, CA 92252
760-367-9546

  • 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 760-367-9546 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 760-367-9546 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 Joshua Tree Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 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 Joshua Tree Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joshua Tree Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joshua Tree Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joshua Tree Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Joshua Tree Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree 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:
6527 White Feather Road
Joshua Tree, CA 92252



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
6527 White Feather Road
Joshua Tree, CA 92252



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 Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree 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:
6527 White Feather Road
Joshua Tree, CA 92252

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joshua Tree Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joshua Tree Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Joshua Tree Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Joshua Tree 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 Joshua Tree Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 760-367-9546 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding San Bernardino County?

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This facility, known as "Joshua Tree Jail" is also known as Joshua Tree Jail, California, San Bernardino.