How to Find Out If Someone Is in Del Norte County Jail Right Now

Start with the Del Norte County Sheriff's Office website. It links to the Sheriff's Public Information Portal, which lists everyone currently in custody. You can check whether someone is in jail right now without making a phone call.

The portal covers more than just jail custody. You'll also see wanted persons listings and public information bulletins from the Sheriff's Office, so expect to find other public safety items mixed in with the incarcerated persons list.

1. Start on the Del Norte County Sheriff’s Office website - look for the link to the Sheriff’s Public Information Portal (this is the official portal the Sheriff’s Office points you to).
2. Open the portal and go to the incarcerated persons list - this is where you’ll check whether the person is currently in custody.
3. Search by name (try a few variations) - start with last name, then try first + last if you get too many results.
4. Use partial names if you’re not sure of spelling - if the last name is commonly misspelled, try a shorter version to catch alternate spellings.
5. Double-check what you typed - a missing letter, hyphen, or spacing difference can be enough to hide a match.
6. If you still don’t see them, move to a backup option - for time-sensitive situations, a phone call or custody notification service can help confirm what you’re seeing online.

Can't find what you need online? Call the Del Norte County Sheriff's Office at (707) 464-4191. It's the fastest way to confirm custody questions when the portal comes up empty or you're not sure you've found the right person.

California VINE is another option - you can search custody status and sign up for notifications if anything changes. Their toll-free number is 1-877-411-5588.

The Sheriff's Public Information Portal is a broader hub, not just a jail roster. Besides the incarcerated persons list, you may see wanted persons and public bulletins from the Sheriff's Office - all in one place.