Orange City Police Jail

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Orange City Police Jail Information

The Orange City Police Jail is a 30-bed jail located in Orange, Orange County, California. For inmate details, you can contact them 24/7 at 714-744-7444.

This facility processes offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They undergo booking and processing, and depending on their charges, may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.

Use the inmate search tool to see who is currently in custody.

Inmates serving less than one year will do their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to the California State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, mailing them, receiving phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

It is useful to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence purposes. If it’s not available online, contact Orange City Police Jail at 714-744-7444 for assistance.

Phone: 714-744-7444

Physical Address:
501 City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

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 Orange City Police Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Orange City Police 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 714-744-7444 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.

Orange City Police Jail Inmate Search

The Orange City Police Jail maintains an average of 30 offenders in custody on any given day. The Orange City Police 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 Orange City Police Jail
The Theo Lacy Facility in Orange County, California has a maximum capacity of 3,442 inmates. It is a regional minimum security jail and is one of four jails operated by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. The facility maintains custody and welfare over a diverse inmate population. Inmate search, visitation, phone number and mailing address information can be found on the Orange County Sheriff's Department website. The Orange City Police Jail in California is located at 550 N Flower St, Santa Ana, CA 92703. The phone number for the jail is (714) 647-4666, and the mailing address is P.O. Box 22024, Santa Ana, CA 92702-0838. The Orange County Sheriff's Department can be contacted at (714) 647-1851 and the City of Orange Police Department can be contacted at (714) 744-2225. Additional information about the jail can be found on the Orange County Sheriff's Jail Information Page. The Orange City Police Jail in California has visitation hours from Friday to Monday, 8:00am to 4:00pm. Visits are typically 15 minutes to one hour in length each week. However, certain hours may be restricted based on the housing location of the inmate. Professional visitors will not be allowed and shorts must not be higher than 3 inches from the knee. The Orange County Jail in California has policies in place to ensure inmates are aware of the rules and regulations. Inmates may be sentenced to California state prison under the Determinate Sentencing Law (DSL), or they may be held at the Buena Park City Jail. The ACLU has alleged that inmates in Los Angeles jails are routinely denied access to clean water, functioning toilets, and other basic necessities. A comprehensive settlement was reached in Orange County Jail regarding equal access to programs for incarcerated people with disabilities. The Orange City Police Jail in California is unique in that it has a dedicated courtroom for arraignments located inside security, known as CJ1. It is part of the Orange County Sheriff's Department, which serves unincorporated areas of Orange County. The Orange Police Department also provides law enforcement services to the city of Orange, while the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) manages the state's prison system.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

The booking process explained for Orange City Police Jail

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Orange City Police Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.

It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.

The booking steps at Orange City Police Jail include:

  • Identification verification.
  • Taking mugshots.
  • Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
  • Possible DNA sample collection.
  • A full-body search.
  • Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
  • Providing a phone call.

Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 714-744-7444.

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Directions / Map to the Orange City Police Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

What are the bail options in Orange County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Orange City Police Jail in Orange for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 714-744-7444 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

  • Cash, credit, and money orders are accepted payment methods.
  • Licensed bail bond agencies in Orange County can provide assistance.
  • County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Orange County, California, see the Orange City Police Jail Bail Guide.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Orange City Police Jail? What is the Schedule?

Orange City Police Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

501 City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868
714-744-7444

  • 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 714-744-7444 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 714-744-7444 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 Orange City Police Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 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 Orange City Police Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange City Police Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Orange City Police Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange City Police Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Orange City Police Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange City Police Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Orange City Police Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Orange City Police 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 Orange City Police 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:
501 City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
501 City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868



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 Orange City Police 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 Orange City Police 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:
501 City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange City Police Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange City Police Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Orange City Police Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Orange City Police Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Orange City Police 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 Orange City Police Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 714-744-7444 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 "Orange City Police Jail" is also known as Orange City Police Department, Orange Jail, Orange Jail, California, Orange.