Who to Call When You Have Questions About Carson City Jail
Getting the right person at Carson City Jail starts with calling the right number. Here's a quick guide to match your question to the right office.
For general questions about Carson City Jail, call the Jail Information Line at (775) 283-JAIL (5245).
Not sure where to start? This is your best first call for basic jail information. Staff can point you in the right direction if your question belongs somewhere else.
Visits at Carson City Jail are by appointment only. You'll need to schedule ahead - don't just show up expecting to get in.
- Call the visitation appointment line - Use (775) 283-4777.
- Call during the scheduling window - Appointments are made on Thursdays between 9:00 A.M. and 3:00 P.M.
- ✓ Bring a valid driver’s license or ID for check-in
- ✓ Make sure you’re on the inmate’s visitors list
For money-related questions, call the Business Office at (775) 283-7811.
This office handles bail and commissary for the Detention Division. Questions about posting bail, making payments, or account issues? Start here.
If you need to reach the Sheriff’s Office, the main number is (775) 887-2500.
For a detention-division contact, Matt Smith is listed as Captain (Detention) and can be reached at (775) 283-7840.
Not sure who to call? Start with the Jail Information Line at (775) 283-JAIL (5245). It's your best bet for general questions, and staff can route you to the right office.
For bail or commissary questions specifically, call the Business Office at (775) 283-7811. They handle these functions directly, so you'll get answers faster than going through a general line.
Note: Detention Center staff can't recommend bail bond agencies. You'll need to find one on your own through a local directory.
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