Richmond West County Ca, CA

At West County Jail, the inmate schedules social visits—so review the facility's visiting rules and regulations before you go. Visiting blocks run Monday–Thursday with morning and early afternoon sessions; check the facility schedule for exact hours and any assigned blocks. Up to three visitors can see an inmate at one time, but everyone must be scheduled. Arrive no later than 30 minutes before the visiting block ends. Dress appropriately and follow conduct expectations—violating laws, regulations, or visit procedures can end your visit and may cost you future visiting privileges. The Office of the Sheriff may use video-recording devices in visiting areas, though confidential attorney consultations are exempt.

Sending mail to someone at West County Jail is straightforward, but expect security screening. The jail delivers all legitimate mail to and from incarcerated persons without undue delay, handling it under Detention Division security regulations. Correspondence policies are available to inmates and staff, reviewed annually, and updated as necessary. Like most detention facilities, routine incoming and outgoing mail is inspected and screened for contraband. Legal mail typically receives special handling during contraband checks. To help your letter reach its destination, use the person's full booked name and identifier, and include a clear, printed return address. Avoid including items that are difficult to screen.

Sending money to someone at West County Jail is straightforward once you use the right payment type. The jail doesn't accept cash or personal checks—they'll be returned to the sender. For mailed funds, use a money order or cashier's check (traveler's checks work too) made out to the Office of the Sheriff. Write the inmate's name and booking number on the front. If a money order or cashier's check isn't filled out correctly, it gets sealed in the inmate's property and returned to the sender upon release. Prefer a credit or debit card? Card deposits are accepted only through lobby kiosks (Martinez and West County), by phone at 1-866-0460, or online at www.smartdeposit.com. Double-check the name and booking number before sending anything.

West County Detention Facility is at 5555 Giant Highway in Richmond. The main phone number is (510) 262-4200. For inmate-status or booking questions, you can also call the Martinez Detention Facility at (925) 646-4493. Need records help? The Records & ID Unit is at 2530 Arnold Drive, Suite 170 in Martinez, open Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM, with phone, fax, and email contact options. Bring valid government-issued photo ID for in-person services—DMV renewal paper receipts aren't accepted. Records requests may take up to ten days for a response. Payment is cash (exact change only) or check; credit/debit cards aren't accepted. Have the person's full name and date of birth or booking/ID number ready when you call or submit a request.