How to Contact an Inmate at Kings County Jail, CA (CA)

Two tools will save you time. The Kings County Inmate Locator updates hourly, making it reliable for confirming whether someone is currently in custody. If you don't see them listed right away, check back. For real-time updates, register for VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) to receive notifications about Kings County inmates. You can sign up by phone at 1-800-491-0689 or through VINE's online registration option.

• ✓ Do not bring cellphones, cameras, or video cameras into the visitation area.
• ✓ Do not wear low-cut shirts, tube tops, or tank tops. You can be turned away and not permitted to visit.

1. Check the Kings County Inmate Locator. The listing is updated hourly, so checking again later can help if someone was booked recently.
2. Register for VINE notifications. Call 1-800-491-0689 to register by phone, or use VINE’s online registration option.
3. Watch for VINE updates after you register. VINE is designed to notify registered people about changes tied to the inmate’s custody status.

• ✓ Plan your timing for visits. You can only schedule a visit after the inmate’s current visit has completed.
• ✓ Leave cellphones, cameras, and video cameras out of the visitation area.
• ✓ Dress for entry. Low-cut shirts, tube tops, and tank tops can get you turned away.

Before making a trip or relying on a notification, confirm the details through official Kings County sources. Check that the inmate locator is still updated hourly and that VINE registration remains available at 1-800-491-0689 and online. Remember: VINE calls may appear as a 502 area code and won't answer if you call back. For visitation, verify that you can only schedule your next visit after the current one has completed. Also confirm the current restricted items and dress code rules, including the ban on cellphones and cameras. You may be turned away for low-cut shirts, tube tops, or tank tops.