Los Angeles County · Jail navigation
Someone was arrested.
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Find the right place to check, the number to call, and what to ask next. One step at a time.
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I don't know which jail they're in
Start with LASD's official custody page and choose Inmate Finder. If you cannot find them, call the information line or the agency that made the arrest.
Open LASD custody information ↗Enter personal details only on the official agency's site.
I know the jail or facility
Go to the facility guide for its address, a phone number, and official visiting information.
Browse LA County jails →A city police department arrested them
Contact that department to ask whether the person is still there, has been released, or has been transferred. Do not assume that a city arrest means they are already in county custody.
City and station jail contacts →I want to ask about their release
First confirm where the person is being held. Ask that facility what release information is available and who can answer questions about the next step.
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See the facility guides →Addresses, phone numbers, and official resources. No names or arrest records are published here.