Lakewood Jail

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Lakewood Jail Information

Lakewood Jail is a 25-bed jail located in Lakewood, Los Angeles County, California. For inmate information, you can call them at any time at 562-866-9061.

This facility handles the booking and processing of individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Depending on the charges, they may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until the conclusion of their trial.

The inmate search tool allows you to view the jail’s roster and find out who is currently in custody.

Those sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Inmates with longer sentences are transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

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

It is helpful to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, you can call Lakewood Jail at 562-866-9061 for assistance.

Phone: 562-866-9061

Physical Address:
5130 N. Clark Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712

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

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How Do You Find Someone in the Lakewood Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Lakewood 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 562-866-9061 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.

Lakewood Jail Inmate Search

The Lakewood Jail maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lakewood 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 Lakewood Jail
The Lakewood Jail in California has a capacity of 27 inmates. The Lakewood Jail in California is located at 5130 N. Clark Avenue, Lakewood, CA 90712. The contact number for the jail is 562-866-9061. Visitation hours at the Lakewood Jail in California vary depending on the type of visit. Inmates are allowed one to two visits of 15-30 minutes each per week, and visitors can schedule a video visit or traditional visit up to 1 day to 7 days in advance. Visits typically take place Tuesday and Sunday between 3:30 pm and 10 pm, and family members can visit daily between 9 am and 6 pm. Lakewood Jail in California has been subject to allegations of mentally ill inmates being chained to chairs for days and left to sleep. It has also seen an increase in burglaries, which is related to prison overcrowding. The case of a federal prison in Texas illustrates the prison conditions throughout state and federal prisons in California. The Lakewood Sheriff's Station provides contact information for those seeking more information about inmate issues and conditions. Lakewood Jail in California is unique in that it is a temporary housing facility, meaning some of the amenities of a longer-term facility are not available. It houses inmates with low level misdemeanor offenses to those awaiting trial for violent crimes such as robbery, rape, and murder. Additionally, California law allows incoming jail detainees to make a few local phone calls free of charge, and anyone who doesn't bail out is held at the Lakewood Jail.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking procedure at Lakewood Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Lakewood Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.

The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.

The booking process at Lakewood Jail includes the following steps:

  • Personal identification confirmation.
  • Mugshots for record-keeping.
  • Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
  • DNA collection may be required.
  • Conducting a thorough body search.
  • Securing personal belongings.
  • Providing a phone call.

The booking process can take anywhere from one hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 562-866-9061.

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Directions / Map to the Lakewood Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to handle bail after an arrest in Los Angeles County

If someone has been booked at Lakewood Jail in Lakewood, their next steps may include:

1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 562-866-9061.

There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.

  • Bail payments can be made with cash, credit, or money orders.
  • Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Los Angeles County.
  • Property within Los Angeles County may also be used to cover the bail amount.

For a full guide to the bail process in Los Angeles County, California, visit the Lakewood Jail Bail Information Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Lakewood Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

5130 N. Clark Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712
562-866-9061

  • 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 562-866-9061 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 562-866-9061 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 Lakewood Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 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 Lakewood Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lakewood Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lakewood Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lakewood Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Lakewood Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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:
5130 N. Clark Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
5130 N. Clark Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712



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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood 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:
5130 N. Clark Ave.
Lakewood, CA 90712

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lakewood Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lakewood Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lakewood Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Lakewood 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 Lakewood Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 562-866-9061 for further assistance.

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This facility, known as "Lakewood Jail" is also known as Lakewood Jail, California, Los Angeles.