Merced County Juvenile Hall

To search for an inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall, 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 209-381-1400 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Merced County and every other county in California.

Merced County Juvenile Hall Inmate Search

The Merced County Juvenile Hall maintains an average of 118 offenders in custody on any given day. The Merced County Juvenile Hall 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 Merced County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 22,300 offenders.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall? What is the Schedule?

Merced County Juvenile Hall ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

2840 W. Sandy Mush Road
Merced, CA 95341
209-381-1400

• 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 209-381-1400 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 209-381-1400 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall?

How to Deposit Money into an Inmate's Account in Merced County Juvenile Hall

To deposit money into the account of an inmate in Merced County, follow these instructions:

• Create an account with Touchpay Services, a GTL company.
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• Select California.
• Select Merced County Juvenile Hall
• Enter the Inmate ID of your inmate.  This can be found by calling 209-381-1400 or by looking up the inmate's name in the Inmate Search link.
• Enter your billing information and send money.
• You can also deposit cash using the kiosk at the Merced County Juvenile Hall.  To do this you need the Inmate's ID Number and the Facility Locator Number for Merced County.

For all the information you need regarding making an inmate deposit, what it costs, how much you can send, how long it takes for your inmate to receive funds and more, and to get the Facility Locator Number, check out our Send Money Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Merced County Juvenile Hall

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Merced 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 Merced 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 Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall, and what can I send them?

Merced County Juvenile Hall Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Merced County Juvenile Hall 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 Merced County Juvenile Hall 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:
2840 W. Sandy Mush Road
Merced, CA 95341

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
2840 W. Sandy Mush Road
Merced, CA 95341

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 Merced County Juvenile Hall 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 noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Merced County Juvenile Hall 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:
2840 W. Sandy Mush Road
Merced, CA 95341

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Merced County Juvenile Hall using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Merced County Juvenile Hall have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Merced County Juvenile Hall’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 209-381-1400 for further assistance.

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Merced County?