San Bernardino - WVDC
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How to Visit Facility
Visits at West Valley Detention Center are by appointment only. You can schedule online or by phone.
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How to Contact an Inmate at Facility
Trying to reach someone in custody? Start with the facility's visit scheduling options. Below you'll find the official scheduling windows and contact info, plus what to confirm before you count on them.
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How to Send Money to Facility
Sending money is straightforward once you know which payment types are accepted and where to send them. Check the options below, then verify the current fees and contact info before submitting anything.
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Sending Commissary
- San Bernardino County Sheriff accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover for payments.
- The Civil Enforcement Unit charges $50.00 for service of a Summons and Complaint or Summons and Petition.
- Certain bench warrants issued under CCP 1993 or related sections are charged $175.00.
Contact Info
- Primary facility contact lists Captain Michael Martinez and includes the facility address and main phone.
- Normal hours for service are Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
- Civil Enforcement Unit mailing address is 157 W. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415.
Facility Info
- WVDC has a bed capacity of 3,347.
- The facility completes approximately 50,000 to 60,000 bookings and releases each year.
- All inmates are medically screened upon arrival and health professionals are on duty 24/7.
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Topic Overviews
Sending Commissary
The Sheriff's Office accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover, making phone or online payments straightforward. Civil Enforcement Unit fees include $50.00 to serve a Summons and Complaint or Summons and Petition, $175.00 for certain bench warrants, and $2,000.00 for levy and sale of real property. Eviction-related service (posting plus a Notice of Restoration) runs $180.00. To add money to an incarcerated person's trust account, use the facility's approved deposit method—online portal, phone deposit, kiosk, or money order. Check vendor fees, posting times, and any restrictions before sending funds.
Contact
West Valley Detention Center lists Captain Michael Martinez as a contact, along with the facility address and main phone number for general inquiries. For Civil Enforcement matters, send correspondence to 157 W. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415, or call (909) 387‑5700. Service hours are Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM. For records or formal requests, the county's Request for Information form lists San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department mailing addresses with the Sheriff‑Coroner as the point of contact. When calling or submitting a request, have the incarcerated person's full name and date of birth or booking/ID number ready.
Common Questions
Showing 6 of 8What payment methods does the San Bernardino County Sheriff accept?
The San Bernardino County Sheriff accepts Visa, MasterCard, and Discover for payments.
Sending CommissaryHow much does the Civil Enforcement Unit charge to serve a summons?
The Civil Enforcement Unit charges $50.00 to serve a Summons and Complaint or a Summons and Petition.
Sending CommissaryHow can I add money to an incarcerated person's account at a San Bernardino County facility?
Use the facility's accepted deposit option—online portal, phone deposit, lobby kiosk, or U.S. Postal money order (options vary by facility). Have the person's full name and booking/ID number ready, and confirm posting times, restrictions, and vendor fees before sending funds.
Sending CommissaryWho is the listed contact for West Valley Detention Center?
West Valley Detention Center lists Captain Michael Martinez as a contact, along with the facility address and main phone number for inquiries.
Contact InfoWhen can I contact the West Valley Detention Center for routine services?
Normal hours for service are Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Contact InfoWhere should I send Civil Enforcement correspondence for San Bernardino County?
Mail Civil Enforcement correspondence to 157 W. 5th Street, 3rd Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415. You can also reach the Civil Enforcement unit by phone at (909) 387‑5700.
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Did You Know?
Online visitor scheduling at San Bernardino WVDC opens Tuesday at midnight and closes Saturday at 11:59 p.m. Prefer to schedule by phone? Call (909) 887-0364 between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Either way, call the day before your visit to confirm your slot.
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