San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall

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San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall Information

With 50 beds, the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall is located in San Luis Obispo, California. It houses all of the youth offenders within the county who have been arrested and are waiting for their first court date, who are waiting to hear their sentence, or who have been sentenced to the facility. While residing at the location there are regular school classes provided by local teachers, medical treatment is provided, dental care is available, and mental health care is provided. Outdoor recreation, daily school, and several constructive activities are also available, and participation is expected. Art classes, chess, alcohol and drug treatment, counseling, support programs, yoga, tutoring, book clubs and more are all available regularly to all youth who are in the facility. Mail: Both incoming and outgoing mail is permitted, but will be checked for contraband, must contain only approved letters and other items, and has to have a full return address. Mail is not permitted with someone who is also on probation or who is housed in another facility. Phones: Phones are located within the housing units and can be accessed during free hours to contact approved numbers, most often parents or guardians. Visitation: Two visits of one hour each are permitted each week with parents or guardians. Visiting hours are provided each day and visits can be scheduled by calling 805-781-5389.

Phone: 805-781-5389

Physical Address:
1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Juvenile's first and last name
San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall
1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408

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How Do You Find Someone in the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall?

To search for an inmate in the San Luis Obispo 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 805-781-5389 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up a list of criminal courts for San Luis Obispo County and every other county in California.

San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall Inmate Search

The San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall maintains an average of 47 offenders in custody on any given day. The San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 12,940 offenders.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Understanding the booking process at San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall

After an arrest, individuals are taken to San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall 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 San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall:

  • 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 805-781-5389.

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Directions / Map to the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in custody in San Luis Obispo County

Once someone is booked at San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall in San Luis Obispo 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 805-781-5389 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 San Luis Obispo County can help cover bail.
  • Property within the county can also be used as collateral.

For detailed information about the bail process in San Luis Obispo County, California, see the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall? What is the Schedule?

San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall Juvenile Visitation Schedule & Policies

1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
805-781-5389

  • The juveniles detained in the Juvenile Hall are entitled to receive two (2) one-hour visits with their parent(s)/guardian(s).
  • Other persons may visit upon the approval by the youth’s Deputy Probation Officer or the Juvenile Hall Supervising Deputy Probation Officer.
  • Visitations are available at the Juvenile Hall every day of the year during visiting hours.  
  • To schedule a visit, parents / guardians may call 805-781-5389
  • You cannot bring anything into the visit or give anything to your juvenile.

 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 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 San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall?

San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408
805-781-5389

Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • An inmate may have 2 one-hour visits per week. The visiting week is Sunday through Saturday.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • A maximum of one adult is allowed per an On-site video session. Children may accompany the adult.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.

MEN'S AND WOMEN'S JAIL

DAY TIME
SUNDAY - MEN 8:00AM, 9:00AM,
10:00AM, 12:00PM,
1:00PM, 2:00PM
SUNDAY - WOMEN 8:00PM, 9:00PM
MONDAY NO VISITS
TUESDAY - MEN 8:00PM, 9:00PM
TUESDAY - WOMEN 12:00PM, 1:00PM
WEDNESDAY NO VISITS
THURSDAY -MEN 12:00PM, 1:00PM
THURSDAY - WOMEN 8:00PM, 9:00PM
FRIDAY NO VISITS
SATURDAY - MEN 12:00PM, 1:00PM,
2:00PM, 8:00PM,
9:00PM
SATURDAY - WOMEN 8:00AM, 9:00AM,
10:00AM


San Luis Obispo County HONOR FARM

  • Each inmate is allowed up to thre adult visitors at a time, and a reasonable number of children.
  • Visitors are allowed to briefly kiss and embrace inmates when greeting, and then again while leaving.
  • Visitors and inmates are allowed to hold hands above the table while sitting across from each other.
DAY TIMES
SATURDAY 12:00PM - 3:00PM
SUNDAY 12:00PM - 3:00PM

 

San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM
MONDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM
TUESDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM
WEDNESDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM
THURSDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM
FRIDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM
SATURDAY 8:00 AM - 9:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall, and what can I send them?

San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo 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:
1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408



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 San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall 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 San Luis Obispo 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:
1065 Kansas Ave.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93408

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the San Luis Obispo 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 San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 805-781-5389 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall? What does it look like?
Other Jails in San Luis Obispo County

What are the other City and County Jails in San Luis Obispo County?

San Luis Obispo County County Jails
San Luis Obispo County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding San Luis Obispo County?

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Search for an Inmate in San Luis Obispo County

This facility, known as "San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall" is also known as San Luis County Juvenile Justice Center, San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall , San Luis Obispo Juvenile Hall , California, San Luis Obispo.