Kings County Jail

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Kings County Jail Information

Kings County Jail is a 637-bed facility based in Hanford, Kings County, California. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 559-584-1431.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.

The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Kings County Jail at 559-584-1431 for assistance.

Phone: 559-584-1431

Physical Address:
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Person # and Booking #
Kings County Jail
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Person # and Booking #
Kings County Jail
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Kings County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Kings County 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 559-584-1431 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Kings County and every other county in California.

Kings County Jail Inmate Search

The Kings County Jail maintains an average of 637 offenders in custody on any given day. The Kings County 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 Kings County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,220 offenders.

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About the Kings County Jail

The Kings County Jail in California built what is referred to as Phase I of their facility in 2006. In 2016, Phase II of the jail, adding an additional 67,000 square feet was completed at a cost of $33.2 million, adding another 252 beds, bringing the total rated inmate capacity to 613. And then in 2018, Phase III, costing another $20 million was completed, which added a 24-bed mental health wing, a culinary kitchen, classroom space, a day reporting center for people on probation and early release, and a vocational warehouse. This new expansion allowed for future expansion, which included kitchen and laundry facilities that could handle 1500 inmates.



Going back in history, Kings County still has standing their original jail, which was finally retired in 1964. 

The address for Kings County Jail in California is 1570 Kings County Drive in Hanford CA 93230. You can reach the jail 24 hours a day by calling 559-584-1431 and following the voice prompts to the jail. 

If you want to find out information about an inmate, or need information about communicating with inmates or sending them commissary money that you cannot find in the sections below this one, you can call the jail at 559-584-1431. You can also see information on the Kings County Inmate Locator, which includes their criminal charges, Person #, Booking #, Court Case #, date of arrest, arresting agency and other personal information.

Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Kings County Jail can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.

All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below.  If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 559-584-1431.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Kings County Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Kings County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.

The booking process typically involves the following steps at Kings County Jail:

  • Identification confirmation.
  • Photographs (mugshots).
  • Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
  • Potential DNA collection.
  • Conducting a physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Providing a free phone call.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Kings County Jail at 559-584-1431.

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Directions / Map to the Kings County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to pay bail in Kings County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Kings County Jail in Hanford, options for their release include:

1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 559-584-1431 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

  • Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Kings County can assist with the process.
  • Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Kings County, California, visit the Kings County Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Kings County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230
559-584-1431

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed two visits per week
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
MONDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
TUESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
THURSDAY NO VISITS
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM

Kings County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
  • Remote visits cost $9.00 for 30 minutes. Attorneys pay $18.00 for 60 minutes.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
MONDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
TUESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
THURSDAY NO VISITS
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM

Kings County Jail uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation. 



Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk. 

Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.

What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.

How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Kings County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.

Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.

Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Kings County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 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 Kings County Jail?

Kings County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230
559-584-1431

Schedule Video Visits online with Securus

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed two visits per week
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
MONDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
TUESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
THURSDAY NO VISITS
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM

Kings County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
  • Remote visits cost $9.00 for 30 minutes. Attorneys pay $18.00 for 60 minutes.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
MONDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
TUESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
WEDNESDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM
THURSDAY NO VISITS
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY 8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
12:15 PM - 3:00 PM
6:15 PM - 9:45 PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

You can deposit money four different ways:

correctpay.com Assistance:

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Kings County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Kings County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select California, then select Kings County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
  • You can deposit money four ways:
  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Kings County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Kings County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Kings County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Kings County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Kings County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Kings County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Kings County 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 Kings County 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 Full Name & Person # and Booking #
Kings County Jail
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Person # and Booking #
Kings County Jail
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230



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 Kings County 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 Kings County 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:
Inmate's Full Name & Person # and Booking #
Kings County Jail
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230

Kings County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Kings County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.

All mail is to be shipped to the Kings County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Person # and Booking #
Kings County Jail
1570 Kings County Drive
Hanford, CA 93230


For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

Kings County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

correctpay Contact, Help and FAQ

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

Kings County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.




Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').

Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

Things you CAN do:
1.  You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness) 

Things you CANNOT do:
1.  You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.

Other Things:
1.  Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.

What is the cost of sending inmate messages?

  • Send a text Message - 1 stamp
  • Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
  • Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
  • Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
  • Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
  • Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps

What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?

  • Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
  • Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
  • When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account


Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ  
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information  
Online Customer Service Support 
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app

Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075

How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Kings County Jail

To send a text or email message to a Kings County inmate, do the following:

Kings County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.

Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Kings County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps: 
1.  Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Kings County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.

For all Kings County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Kings County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

Kings County Jail now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


  
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:

  • Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
  • eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
  • Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
  • Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
  • Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
  • Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
  • Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
  • eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
  • Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
  • Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
  • Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your inmate will receive their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Questions:

How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Kings County Jail

To rent a tablet for an inmate in Kings County follow these instructions:

  • Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
  • Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
  • You get charged the 1st of each month. 
  • You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
  • No activation or early termination fees.
  • Your Kings County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.


If you have any questions:

For all Kings County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Kings County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 559-584-1431 for further assistance.

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