The Fresno County North Annex Jail is a 1104 bed jail in the city of Fresno, Fresno County, California. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 559-475-9491.
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 559-475-9491, 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 Fresno County North Annex Jail at 559-475-9491 to get it.
Phone: 559-475-9491
Physical Address:
1265 "M" Street
Fresno, CA 93721
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Fresno County North Annex 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 559-475-9491 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Fresno County and every other county in California. Fresno County is one of the few jails in the country that maintains a public list of inmates who are killed or die while in custody.
Fresno County North Annex Jail Inmate Search
The Fresno County North Annex Jail maintains an average of 1104 offenders in custody on any given day. The Fresno County North Annex 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 Fresno County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 63,100 offenders.
The following charts of Fresno County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Fresno County Corrections Department, the state of California Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Fresno County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Fresno County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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Fresno County has a jail system that consists of three buildings that are placed close together in the city of Fresno and that operate together. All inmates are taken through the Main Jail for their assignments, classification, and booking process then when they are assigned to a housing pod with those who are similar or the same classifications, they will remain in the Main Jail or be transferred to either the North Annex or the South Annex.
While housed, inmates will be under the care and control of the county detention staff and will receive all their meals, access to commissary, clothing and laundry, recreational space and activities, and several programs to assist in reducing recidivism and providing tools and skills that will be used throughout their future. These programs include substance abuse treatments and support groups, religious services, cognitive thinking, work attitude and behavior, relationship building, parenting, seeking employment, money management, interpersonal skills, reading and a library service, legal research access, community resources and services programming, health and wellness services, recreational programming, and much more.
The focus in Fresno County North Annex Jail is safety and security for the inmates, the staff, visitors, and the surrounding community, and reducing recidivism by providing skills and tools. Transition programs support those who are facing their release and assist them in reintegrating into the community efficiently. Family can offer their own support to inmates by funding their phone accounts and accepting calls, sending mail to inmates, or funding their commissary account, along with arriving for visits on their visiting days.
Mail: All mail is inspected for contraband, must be in a plain white envelope with a full return address, and not contain cash or adult content.
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Phones: Phones are present either within the cells or in the common areas, and this allows inmates to call their family or friends each day when they are not in classes, working, or during meal times. Incoming calls are not permitted. Outgoing calls are permitted from 8am to 9:45pm.
Visitation: Visiting is based upon the jail assignment and the housing pod. Fresno County North Annex Jail visits occur Tuesday through Sunday with weekday visits occurring 8am-9:30am, 11am-12pm, or 12:30[,-5pm, and on weekends from 8am011:15am or 12pm-5:15pm. Pod A is Tuesday mornings and Friday afternoon, Pod F Tuesday afternoons and Sunday mornings, Pod B Wednesday Mornings and Saturday afternoons, Pod D Wednesday afternoons, Pod C is Thursday mornings and Sunday afternoons, Pod E Thursday afternoons and Saturday mornings, Pod D Friday mornings.
After being arrested, the offender is brought to the Fresno County North Annex 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 Fresno County North Annex Jail:
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 559-475-9491.
When an offender is arrested and brought to the Fresno County North Annex Jail in Fresno 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 Fresno 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 559-475-9491 to get the exact amount.
The payment of an offender's bail or bond can take many shapes.
For detailed Frequently Asked Questions and Answers about the entire bail process in Fresno County California, check out the Fresno County North Annex Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail? What is the Schedule?
1265 "M" Street
Fresno, CA 93721
559-475-9491
| DAY | TIMES | HOUSING |
| SUN | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All A-Pods |
| MON | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All B-Pods |
| TUE | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All C-Pods |
| WED | NO VISITS | N/A |
| THU | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All D-Pods |
| FRI | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All E-Pods |
| SAT | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All F-Pods |
How it Works with GettingOut
1. Register an account.
2. Select Fresno County North Annex Jail
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.
4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.
GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.
Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.
To visit an inmate in Fresno County, whether by video or in person 'at the jail', follow these steps:
Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Fresno County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of GettingOut.
There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate in Fresno County North Annex Jail:
1. Using the GettingOut Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut apps.
To remotely visit an inmate in Fresno County follow these steps:
1. Start by confirming that Fresno County North Annex Jail's Video Visitation is working correctly by looking up Fresno County here.
2. The next step is to create an account here for GettingOut.
3. Then add funds to your account.
4. Last, select Fresno County North Annex Jail, and then the inmate you wish to communicate with.
Other Fresno County Services provided by GettingOut:
- Phone Calls & Voicemail
- Email, Photo & Video Sharing
- Inmate Tablet Rental
- Deposits
Customer Service
If you have any questions about the Fresno County North Annex Jail Visitation Services you can call them at 866-516-0115.
Frequently Asked Questions
* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Fresno County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.
Fresno County North Annex Jail Phone: 559-475-9491
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail?
1265 "M" Street
Fresno, CA 93721
559-475-9491
| DAY | TIMES | HOUSING |
| SUN | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All A-Pods |
| MON | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All B-Pods |
| TUE | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All C-Pods |
| WED | NO VISITS | N/A |
| THU | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All D-Pods |
| FRI | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All E-Pods |
| SAT | 8:15AM-5:00PM | All F-Pods |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
You will use a Touchpay self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Fresno County North Annex Jail uses Touchpay to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person. The Fresno County North Annex Jail's 'facility number' (293721) and the inmate’s Booking number are required for online and telephonic deposits.
Option 3 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling Touchpay at 866-232-1899.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #), full legal name, and Facility Locator Number.
The Fresno County North Annex Jail's 'facility number' (293721) and the inmate’s Booking number are required for online and telephonic deposits.
How to Make a Deposit for Phone, Email or Visitation using GettingOut.com
Fresno County North Annex Jail uses GettingOut for some or all of its communication services with an inmate.
If you want to deposit money using this company for your use or your inmate's account, there are four ways to do it:
For all the information you need to know, including tips, guidelines and warnings about depositing money in a Fresno County North Annex Jail inmate's account for communication services, check out our Send Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail?
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Fresno County North Annex Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Fresno County North Annex 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 Fresno County North Annex 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:
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Fresno County North Annex Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Fresno County North Annex Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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:
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Postcards
The Fresno County North Annex 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.
Envelopes
The Fresno County North Annex Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Fresno County North Annex Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Fresno County North Annex Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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:
Inmate’s Name, Booking Number/Jail Identification Number
Fresno County Jail
P.O. Box 872
Fresno, CA 93712
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail, and what can I purchase?
Access Securepak carries over 1,000 different items in the following categories:
- Food and Snacks
- Personal Hygiene Products
- Electronics
- Apparel
Registration Process:
1. Register here.
2. Select California.
3. Select Fresno County North Annex Jail.
4. Find your Inmate.
5. Deposit Funds.
6. Order Commissary Items.
Once you are logged in, you will receive instructions on how much (and what products) you can send your inmate.
Contact Information:
* If you have any questions, you can call Access Securepak at 800-546-6283.
* You can email My Care Pack at customerservice@securepak.net.
* You can write them at:
Access Securepak
10880 Linpage Place
St. Louis, MO 63132
* You can Live Chat with a Representative online: (bottom left corner of page)
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.–11 p.m. CST,
and Saturdays, 10 a.m.–4 p.m. CST.
*Note* Access Securepak will issue a refund for or replace broken, damaged, or missing products reported by Fresno County North Annex Jail staff. They will not honor reports of discrepancies from inmate's families or friends.
My CarePack is the Fresno County North Annex Jail's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix of Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygiene products, Letter writing materials, Electronics and Apparel items for sale on their website.
*NOTE* -- Once you are fully registered and have selected the inmate you wish to send commissary to, you will receive instructions on how much you can deposit, how much (and what) you can purchase for your inmate, and how often you can send commissary.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Fresno County North Annex Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Fresno County North Annex Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Fresno County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Fresno County North Annex Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Fresno County North Annex Jail contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Fresno County North Annex Jail,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1. Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message. Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1. Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
To mail or email an inmate in Fresno County follow these steps:
When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:
Emailing Messages & Photos
Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Fresno County North Annex Jail,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.
All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Fresno County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Fresno County North Annex Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Fresno County North Annex Jail, such as:
- Free services are already available for use on the device at Fresno County North Annex Jail.
- Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
- Fresno County North Annex Jail Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What Does a Tablet Cost?
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.
Game Center:
30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)
Unlimited eBooks:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
Streaming Music:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)
Newsfeed
Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)
Same Day Subscription Services
Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)
Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)
Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)
All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes.
Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...
Tablet: $249.99 per each
Charger: $8.99 per each
Earbuds: $2.99 per each
To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL
2. Purchase the services you want for your Fresno County North Annex Jail inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Fresno County North Annex Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-475-9491 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Fresno County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Fresno County?
This facility, known as "Fresno County North Annex Jail" is also known as Fresno County Jail & Detention Facility, Fresno County Jail, North Annex , Fresno County Jail, North Annex , California, Fresno.
