The Inmate Reception Center (IRC) and How It Handles Property & Mail for MCJ
Trying to track down your loved one's belongings or figure out where mail gets processed for Men's Central Jail (MCJ)? The Inmate Reception Center (IRC) handles both. Here's what you need to know about the facility, its location, and who to call.
The Inmate Reception Center (IRC) is located at 450 Bauchet Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.
The IRC operates within the Twin Towers Correctional Facility. If you see different addresses in the Bauchet Street area, know that the IRC is part of Twin Towers.
The IRC handles the front end - and sometimes the back end - of custody. It manages intake, classification, processing, and release for everyone in Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department custody.
For families, the IRC matters for practical reasons: it stores inmate property and evidence, handles cashier services, and processes all inmate mail. Questions about personal items, money, or mail? You'll likely end up dealing with the IRC.
Property: The IRC is responsible for the storage of inmate property and evidence.
Mail: The IRC is responsible for the processing of inmate mail.
The IRC handles cashier services too. If you have questions about payments or account issues, start here.
For property or mail questions related to MCJ, the IRC lists two contact numbers: Watch Commander (213) 893-5303 and Main Control (213) 893-5324. You may also see MCJ's general numbers elsewhere: Watch Commander (213) 974-4916 and Main Control (213) 974-4921. When you call, have the inmate's name and any identifying information ready so staff can pull up the right record.
Note: The IRC lists Watch Commander (213) 893-5303 and Main Control (213) 893-5324. MCJ listings may show Watch Commander (213) 974-4916 and Main Control (213) 974-4921. If one set doesn't get you answers, try the other.
- ✓ Start with the IRC numbers: Watch Commander (213) 893-5303 and Main Control (213) 893-5324
- ✓ If you can’t get the answer you need, try the MCJ numbers: Watch Commander (213) 974-4916 and Main Control (213) 974-4921
- ✓ Have the inmate’s name and any identifier you have ready before you call
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