Buena Park Jail

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Buena Park Jail Information

Located in Buena Park, Orange County, California, the Buena Park Jail is a 25-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939.

This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.

Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.

Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Buena Park Jail at Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

Phone: Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939

Physical Address:
65650 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate name and booking number (required information)
Orange County Sheriff's Department
550 N. Flower St.
Santa Ana, CA 92703

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Buena Park Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Buena Park 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 Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for Orange County and every other county in California. In addition, Orange County provides access to an offender's criminal court information online.

Buena Park Jail Inmate Search

The Buena Park Jail maintains an average of 25 offenders in custody on any given day. The Buena Park 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 Orange County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 193,260 offenders.

The following charts of Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange 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 Orange 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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About the Buena Park Jail
The Buena Park City Jail in California has a capacity of 16 inmates, which is the maximum amount of beds per facility. Visiting hours are from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. and the facility is a Type I Holding facility secured area within the Police Department. Inmates can be searched for using the Buena Park City Jail Inmate Search. The address of the Buena Park Jail in California is 65650 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA 90620. The primary contact number for the jail is (714) 562-3939. For emergencies, call 911, and for non-emergencies call (714) 562-3902. Inmate records can be searched online through the State Courts website. The Buena Park Jail in California has visitation hours from 9:00 am until 10:45 am daily. Visits are 15 minutes long and each inmate may have only one visitor per day. Certain hours may be restricted based on the housing location of the inmate. Visits are conducted with plexiglass between the visitor and the inmate. The Buena Park City Jail is a “type one jail” facility as defined by the California Corrections Standards Authority. Visiting hours are from 9 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. The Jail Facility Manual outlines the conditions of the jail and when jail clothing will be issued. It is estimated that between 70 and 80 percent of inmates come in with substance abuse issues. To locate or get information of any inmate currently incarcerated in Buena Park Jail, contact the City Jail for information on the inmate or search inmate records. The Buena Park Jail in California is a Type I Holding facility as defined by the California Corrections Standards Authority. It has 2 holding cells and a 16-bed capacity, and is operated by the private correctional firm The GEO Group Inc.. Inmates can be located and visitation information obtained through a quick inmate search. The Jail Facility is secured within the Police Department and designed for short-term detention of arrestees.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at Buena Park Jail

After an arrest, individuals are taken to Buena Park Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.

It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.

The following steps outline the booking procedure at Buena Park Jail:

  • Personal identification verification.
  • Taking photographs (mugshots).
  • Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
  • Possibly collecting DNA samples.
  • Performing a full-body search.
  • Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
  • Allowing one phone call.

Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939.

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Directions / Map to the Buena Park Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in Orange County

Once someone is booked at Buena Park Jail in Buena Park after an arrest, there are several outcomes:

1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for bail details.

Bail payments can take several forms.

  • Cash, credit card, or money order can be used for payment.
  • A licensed bail bond agent in Orange County can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in Orange County, California, see the Buena Park Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Buena Park Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

65650 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620
Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939

  • 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 Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 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 Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 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 Buena Park Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 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 Buena Park Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Buena Park Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Buena Park Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Buena Park Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Orange County follow these instructions:

Buena Park Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose California.
  • Choose Buena Park Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Buena Park Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. California to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. California to California) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Orange County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Buena Park Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Buena Park Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Buena Park 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 Buena Park 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:
65650 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
65650 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620



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 Buena Park 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 Buena Park 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:
65650 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90620

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Buena Park Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Buena Park Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Buena Park Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Buena Park 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 Buena Park Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call Buena Park Jail: 714-562-3939 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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