Cypress Jail

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Cypress Jail Information

Cypress Jail is a 10-bed jail in Cypress, Orange County, California. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 714-229-6652.

This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.

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

Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.

Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Cypress Jail at 714-229-6652 for assistance.

Phone: 714-229-6652

Physical Address:
5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630

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

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How Do You Find Someone in the Cypress Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Cypress 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 714-229-6652 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.

Cypress Jail Inmate Search

The Cypress Jail maintains an average of 10 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cypress 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 Cypress Jail
The Cypress Jail in California has a capacity of 428 prisoners. It is operated by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and offers limited public visiting hours. Inmates can receive mail at P.O. Box 3100, Chino, CA 91708 and more information about the jail can be found on cellblock7.org . The Cypress Jail is located at 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, CA 90630. The general information phone number for the jail is 714-229-6652, and the capacity of the facility is unknown. Inmates can be searched for online or by calling the general information phone number. Visiting hours at Cypress Jail in California vary depending on the day of the week, where the inmate is housed, the inmate's sex, and other factors. Generally, visiting hours are from 8:00am to 4:00pm on Fridays through Mondays, with each session lasting 15 to 30 minutes and a maximum of four visitors per booth. Inmates can make phone calls up to 15 minutes in length. California Institution for Men (CIM) in Chino is also a correctional facility in California. Cypress Jail in California is unique in that inmates are allowed an unlimited number of phone calls as long as collect call is willing to pick up. It is also a low security level City Jail with a state-of-the-art locking system and closed circuit cameras covering every area where inmates are located. Inmates can work in the kitchen, laundry room, or commissary to gain work benefits, and the Cypress Community Art Gallery showcases works that transform the envelope into an artist's canvas.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

What should you know about the booking process at Cypress Jail?

Once arrested, the person is taken to Cypress Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.

Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.

Steps involved in booking at Cypress Jail include:

  • Confirming identity.
  • Taking mugshots for record.
  • Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
  • DNA collection if applicable.
  • Comprehensive physical search.
  • Seizing personal property.
  • Access to a free phone call.

Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Cypress Jail at 714-229-6652.

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Directions / Map to the Cypress Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Steps to pay bail in Orange County

After an arrest, individuals are brought to Cypress Jail in Cypress for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:

1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 714-229-6652.

Bail payment can be handled through various means.

  • Payment methods include cash, credit cards, and money orders.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Orange County are available for assistance.
  • Property within the county can be offered as collateral for bail.

To learn more about the bail process in Orange County, California, visit the Cypress Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Cypress Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630
714-229-6652

  • 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 714-229-6652 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 714-229-6652 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 Cypress Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 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 Cypress Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cypress Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cypress Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cypress Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Cypress Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Cypress 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 Cypress 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:
5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630



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 Cypress 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 Cypress 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:
5275 Orange Avenue
Cypress, CA 90630

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cypress Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cypress Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cypress Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Cypress 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 Cypress Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-229-6652 for further assistance.

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Other Jails Nearby

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

Orange Riverside San Diego Los Angeles San Bernardino
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This facility, known as "Cypress Jail" is also known as Cypress Police Department, Cypress Jail, California, Orange.