Ventura County Jail Inmate Search & Roster 2026

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Ventura County, California · Custody and family action guide

Ventura County Booking Lookup: Custody, Bail, Visits, Mail and Court Help

The Ventura County jail search works differently from many county rosters: a name search requires both a first and last name, while a booking-number search should use the booking number by itself. Once the correct record appears, that booking number becomes the key for mail, deposits, email, medical notifications, and facility questions.

This guide explains the complete process in one place—how to locate the person, fix a failed search, identify the correct facility, prepare for Todd Road or Pre-Trial visitation, send approved funds or mail, check the criminal case, report an urgent health concern, and track release or transfer changes.

Run official inmate search Call inmate information No record found?
Identity and legal-status warning: A name match, arrest entry, charge, or bail amount does not prove guilt and may not identify the correct person. Compare the date of birth, booking number, booking date, facility, and case number before sending money, publishing information, arranging transportation, or contacting an employer.
Name-search rule

Both first and last name are required.

Inmate information

805-654-3335

Main Ventura jail

800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura.

Todd Road visits

Call 805-933-8501.

Source review

August 1, 2026.

Start with the right input

Choose the fastest Ventura County inmate-search route

A
You know the name

Enter both required fields: at least two characters of the last name and at least one character of the first name. Leave middle name and birth date blank for the first attempt.

B
You have the booking number

Use the booking-number search by itself. Do not combine the number with a name unless the live form specifically asks you to do so.

C
You need to email the inmate

Search by first and last name only—or booking number only—verify the correct result, then select the red envelope beside the inmate’s name.

Important Ventura difference: A last-name-only search is not enough. The county form requires both first and last name unless you use the booking-number option.

Choose the problem you need to solve

Each section provides the information first and sends the user outside only for a live action.

60-second official lookup

How to search the Ventura County jail roster correctly

Open the official Sheriff search Use the Ventura County Sheriff inmate-search page rather than a copied booking list or mugshot site.
Enter both required name fields The last name requires at least two characters and the first name at least one. Middle name and date of birth are optional.
Begin without optional fields Search the first and last name first. Add the middle name or date of birth only when several people share the name.
Try name variations Test a maiden name, former surname, compound surname, hyphenated version, suffix, shortened first name, or alternate spelling.
Use the booking number when available A booking number is usually the cleanest match and is needed for several later jail services.
Compare the full record Check the date of birth, booking date, facility, charge entries, bail information, and case number before deciding it is the correct person.
Save the record identifiers Write down the exact listed name, booking number, facility, and every case number.
Call before acting on a recent record For recent arrests, transfer questions, or unclear release information, call 805-654-3335.
Open live custody search Call custody information

How to read a Ventura County booking result

Booking fields, meaning, and next action
Field What it means What to do next
Booking number The jail identifier connected with the current booking. Use it for mail, deposits, email, medical notifications, and phone questions.
Booking date When the person entered Ventura County booking. Compare it with the known arrest date and distinguish current from older records.
Facility The jail or housing location presently shown. Call before visiting because housing and facility assignment can change.
Charge The alleged booked offense associated with the record. Check Superior Court because charges can later be amended, dismissed, or resolved.
Bail The present bail status or amount connected with a case. Confirm every case and hold before paying; one amount may not clear the entire booking.
Case number The identifier used by Ventura Superior Court. Use it for the criminal case inquiry, court date, records request, and attorney questions.
Release or transfer The person may no longer be housed at the listed facility. Call with the booking number and ask whether release is complete or which agency received custody.
Jail record versus court record: The jail page is for custody and booking operations. The court portal may later show filed charges, hearing dates, case outcomes, and documents that differ from the original booking entry.
Troubleshooting

No Ventura County inmate record found? Follow this order

The arrest just happened Identification, medical screening, property inventory, fingerprinting, and booking may still be underway. Retry later and call the inmate-information line.
The form rejects the name Confirm that both first and last name contain the required minimum characters. Do not leave the first-name field blank.
The spelling may differ Try legal, maiden, former, hyphenated, compound, or abbreviated versions without adding the birth date initially.
The person may have been released A citation, bail, court release, time served, or completed processing can remove the person from current-custody results.
Another agency may hold the person Confirm the arresting city, neighboring county, California state custody, federal custody, or hospital-related hold.
A criminal case appears but no jail record The person may be out of custody. Search the Ventura Superior Court case inquiry using the name or case number.
Useful phone script “I am trying to confirm whether [full legal name], date of birth [date], is currently in Ventura County custody. The arrest may have occurred on [date] through [agency]. I have booking or case number [number]. Can you confirm the facility, release, or transfer status?”
Facility routing

Ventura County jail facilities: where the inmate may be housed

Main detention locations and practical use
Facility Address and contact What families should know
Pre-Trial Detention Facility 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93009
805-654-3335 		Located at the Ventura County Government Center near the Hall of Justice and Public Defender. Call for the current housing-based visiting session.
Todd Road Jail 600 S. Todd Road, Santa Paula, CA 93060
805-933-8501 		Visiting days are Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Check in one hour before the assigned session and call before driving.
East County Jail 2101 E. Olsen Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360 A smaller East County detention or booking location. Use the central inmate search and phone line to confirm whether the person remains there.
Do not mail to the street address: Ventura County uses a central inmate-mail address at PO Box 6929, Ventura, CA 93006. The facility street address is for arrival and routing, not ordinary inmate correspondence.

What happens after a Ventura County arrest?

01
Intake

Staff confirm identity, record the arrest, inventory property, and complete initial security and medical screening.

02
Booking number

A booking number is assigned. Families should save it because it links later services to the correct person.

03
Classification

Housing may depend on custody level, medical or mental-health needs, safety issues, discipline, and facility capacity.

04
Bail or court review

The record may show bail, no bail, a release status, or a court-related hold. The displayed amount may not resolve every case.

05
Housing movement

The person can move between intake, Pre-Trial, Todd Road, East County, court, medical housing, or another agency.

06
Release or transfer

Physical release can occur after paperwork and property return, or custody may transfer to another county, state, or federal agency.

Bail and release

How to verify Ventura County bail before paying

Bail is case-specific. A booking can contain multiple cases, different bail conditions, or another agency hold. The safest process is to verify the entire booking rather than act on one amount seen in a screenshot.

Confirm the exact person Match the booking number, date of birth, facility, booking date, and case number.
List every case and hold Ask whether another warrant, probation issue, parole issue, immigration matter, or outside-agency hold could prevent release.
Confirm the current bail status The live search and court status can change after arraignment or another judicial order.
Ask where payment must occur Use the Sheriff’s current posting-bail instructions or the clerk handling the case; do not use payment instructions sent only by an unknown caller.
Verify any bail-bond business independently Confirm the business and agent before signing a contract or transferring money. Read collateral, premium, refund, and co-signer terms.
Keep proof and confirm physical release Save receipts and case numbers. Payment or a release order does not mean the person has already exited the jail.
Scam protection: Do not pay a supposed warrant or jail obligation with gift cards, cryptocurrency, peer-to-peer transfers, or a caller-provided money code. Hang up and independently call 805-654-3335.
Open current posting-bail action page
In-person visitation

Ventura County Jail visit limits, ID, clothing and prohibited items

Weekly allowance

Two visits of 30 minutes each per week under the current jail orientation rules.

Visitor count

Maximum two visitors, including children: two adults or one adult and one minor.

Minor visitor

A minor must be accompanied by a parent, grandparent, or legal guardian. Proof may be required.

Todd Road Jail schedule and check-in

Todd Road public visiting framework
Item Published rule What to do
Visiting days Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Use the inmate’s housing assignment to identify the correct session.
Session timing Multiple morning and afternoon sessions are scheduled by housing unit. Call 805-933-8501 rather than guessing the session.
Check-in Visitors are expected to check in one hour before the visit begins. Arrive early enough for ID and security screening.
Public counter 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Sunday. Use the public counter for routing and approved deposit questions.
Operational changes Emergencies, high demand, discipline, or housing movement can delay or cancel visits. Call the facility on the day of the visit.

Visitor identification

Commonly accepted identification includes a valid driver license, government-issued identification, military identification, current passport, or immigration identification. A driver license no more than 30 days expired may be accepted under the published Todd Road guidelines, but final approval remains with facility staff.

Dress and belongings checklist

Wear a shirt with sleeves and shoes
Avoid ripped pants
Keep shorts and skirts within one inch above the knee
Avoid sheer, provocative, strapless, or midriff clothing
Bring personal ID and a small key ring only
For an infant, bring only a permitted bottle or blanket
Leave these outside: Purses, wallets, backpacks, diaper bags, carriers, strollers, phones, smartwatches, books, magazines, newspapers, photos, loose papers, food, candy, cigarettes, matches, lighters, pens, pencils, and cameras.
Prior incarceration rule: Todd Road guidelines state that a person previously booked into Ventura County Jail cannot visit for one calendar year after release.
Trust fund and commissary

How to deposit money and understand Ventura County commissary

Use the exact inmate name and booking number. Verify the identity before payment because deposits may be difficult to reverse and vendor service fees may apply.

Available deposit routes
Method How it works Practical warning
JPay online Create or use a JPay account and identify the inmate with the correct booking information. Check the fee and recipient details before submitting.
JPay phone Call 1-800-574-5729. Keep the transaction confirmation number.
Lobby kiosk Kiosks are available at the Pre-Trial and Todd Road facilities. Confirm accepted payment types at the kiosk before arriving.
Todd Road counter The Todd Road public counter accepts inmate-account deposits. Call for current counter procedures if traveling a long distance.

Commissary rules families usually need

  • Inmates with funds may order commissary weekly.
  • The April 2026 orientation brochure states a combined weekly limit of up to $110 for regular commissary and pastry items.
  • At Pre-Trial and Todd Road, commissary forms are generally distributed Friday evening and collected Saturday night during count.
  • Disputes should be raised at delivery; the brochure states sales are final after the inmate leaves the delivery window.
  • A weekly welfare kit provides basic hygiene and correspondence items to inmates without adequate funds.
  • Phone, tablet, television, or other privileges may be affected by discipline, housing rules, or failed morning inspection.
Make a JPay deposit Call JPay
Contacting an inmate

Ventura County inmate phone calls, paid email, postal mail and photos

Phone calls through Securus

Advance Connect account

Family and friends may create a prepaid calling account for their telephone number. Securus accepts its current supported payment methods, including online and kiosk options.

Blocked or unavailable calls

Call Securus at 1-800-844-6591 to troubleshoot receiving calls or to block inmate calls to your number.

Refunds and disputes: Securus handles its own billing disputes and refund requests. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office does not issue Securus refunds.
Set up Securus phone service

Paid inmate email

Ventura County inmate email is not private electronic delivery. The message is screened for security, printed on light gray paper, and delivered with regular inmate mail. It is text-only and limited to 4,500 characters, approximately one page.

Published Ventura County inmate email packages
Package Email price Processing fee
1 email $2.25 $1.75
5 emails $11.25 $1.75
10 emails $22.50 $1.75
25 emails $56.25 $1.75
50 emails $112.50 $1.75
Never send privileged information: Inmate email is scanned. Do not send attorney-client communications, passwords, financial account details, medical records, witness strategy, or other confidential information.
Open the inmate search Use first and last name only, or booking number only.
Verify the correct record Compare booking number, date of birth, and facility.
Select the red envelope The red envelope beside the inmate’s name begins the email process.
Keep the message practical Stay below 4,500 characters and avoid confidential or prohibited content.

Postal mail address

Address format
Incarcerated person’s full name and booking number
Ventura County Jail
PO Box 6929
Ventura, CA 93006

Incoming envelopes, postcards, approved books, newspapers, and periodicals must arrive through USPS, FedEx, DHL, or UPS. Mail with an incorrect address, missing booking number, or an unapproved publication source may be returned.

Mail that is generally allowed

Clearly addressed ordinary letters and postcards
Marriage and birth certificates
Up to five ordinary 4×6 photographs per envelope
Approved publications sent directly by publisher or authorized retailer
Legal mail, opened and inspected in the inmate’s presence
Government mail inspected for prohibited items and routed normally

Mail likely to be rejected

Money and supplies

No cash, ordinary checks, money orders, blank postcards, envelopes, writing paper, greeting cards, stamps, pens, or pencils.

Altered materials

No laminated or layered cards, glue, tape, bows, buttons, foil, glitter, cloth, string, thick ink, correction material, or non-postage stickers.

Security content

No gang codes, contraband, drugs, escape material, threats, explicit sexual content, violent material, or content encouraging disorder.

Bindings and packaging

No wire or spiral bindings, bubble-lined or Tyvek envelopes, metal clasps, paper clips, or industrial staples.

Photos

No gang photos, sexually explicit images, visit or video-visit photos, prohibited instant-film materials, or more than five 4×6 photos per envelope.

Publications

Do not use an Amazon Marketplace third-party seller. Publications must meet the direct-source and security requirements.

Photo storage limit: The mail policy states that an inmate may possess no more than 20 photographs in the cell. Excess mail may be placed in property or mailed out at the inmate’s expense when it creates a fire or storage problem.
Rejected-mail appeal: When mail is rejected, the sender and inmate should receive notice describing the item and reason, with an opportunity to appeal under the jail’s mail procedure.
Court and legal help

Ventura County criminal case search, records, court phone and Public Defender

Copy every case number from the booking record One booking may include multiple criminal matters.
Use Criminal and Traffic Case Inquiry Search with the first and last name or the case number. Date of birth and driver license searches are not available.
Understand the database limits Municipal cases before January 1, 1989 are unavailable online. Felony cases before 1995 may be partially entered or missing.
Do not treat the website as the official court record The court warns that online data may contain errors or omissions. Confirm important dates and outcomes with the responsible department.
Request older or complete records Use the Records Department in person or by mail when the portal does not show the needed file.
Contact appointed counsel If the person cannot afford private counsel, the Ventura County Public Defender handles qualifying adult criminal matters.
Ventura criminal court and records details
Service Official detail Practical preparation
Criminal/Traffic Department 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura
805-289-8545 		Have the case number, defendant name, and hearing question ready.
Walk-up payments Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. Verify the case and payment amount before arriving.
Records Department Hall of Justice, Room 218
805-289-8668 		Bring photo ID and the case number. Staff pull up to five cases per transaction.
Record search $15 per search request, maximum 15 names. Free public terminals are available for self-searching in the Records lobby.
Copies 50 cents per page; certification may add a separate fee. Some files are off-site and may require at least two court days.
Mail request Ventura Superior Court, Attn: Records Department, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93009. Include the request, payment, and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Ventura County Public Defender

Adult cases: 805-654-2201

Hall of Justice, Room 207
800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura

Office: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Paralegal walk-in hours

8:30 a.m.-11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.-4 p.m.

Bring the case number, court date, booking number, and any paperwork available.

Search live court case
Medical, mental health and safety

How Ventura County inmates request care and how families report emergencies

Routine sick call

The April 2026 orientation brochure states that routine sick call is available seven days a week at Ventura County detention facilities.

Dental care

Dental triage is requested through sick call, and the brochure states that a dentist visits each facility weekly.

Ability to pay

Medical and dental treatment is provided regardless of the inmate’s ability to pay.

Inside the jail

  • Use a blue medical kite to request medical, dental, or psychiatric services.
  • Pill call occurs morning and evening, seven days a week.
  • For an emergency, suicidal statements, hopeless behavior, or immediate danger, the inmate should alert staff immediately.
  • Questions or complaints concerning disability access or an accommodation may be submitted by kite.

Family emergency notification

The Sheriff’s online emergency medical form requires the inmate’s first and last name, booking number, facility, type of emergency issue, reporter’s name, phone, email, and a description. The booking number is required, so retrieve it from the inmate search first.

Submit emergency medical notification

Confidential medical or mental-condition information

Ventura County also provides a health-information process for families who need to share an inmate’s diagnosis, medication, treatment history, suicide risk, disability, or urgent mental-health information. The Sheriff states that this information remains confidential and is viewed only by medical staff.

PREA and sexual-abuse reporting

Zero tolerance: Ventura County’s orientation rules prohibit sexual assault and harassment. An inmate may report concerns to any staff member, through a jail kite, through a confidential medical kite, or through the Public Defender hotline available to inmates. Retaliation for reporting should also be reported immediately.

Custody-change notifications and victim assistance

Ventura County supplies custody information to VINE. VINELink is available around the clock and may provide telephone, email, TTY, or text notification when custody or case status changes.

Use VINE for
  • Custody-status checks
  • Release or transfer notifications where available
  • Case-status notifications where supported
  • Creating a notification plan without repeatedly searching the roster
Safety planning

Automated notification can be delayed. Do not use VINE as the only safety measure. For immediate danger, call 911 and contact the Ventura County District Attorney’s victim-assistance resources.

Ventura County Crime Victims Assistance Unit

805-654-3622

Register or check VINELink

Ventura County local tips that prevent common mistakes

First name is required

Unlike many jail sites, Ventura’s form does not support a last-name-only search.

Save the booking number

It is reused for mail, deposits, inmate email, emergency medical forms, and staff questions.

Call Todd Road first

Housing determines the session, so the correct day alone is not enough.

Government Center shortcut

Pre-Trial, Superior Court, Records, and the Public Defender are all associated with the 800 S. Victoria Avenue campus, but use different rooms and counters.

Email is printed

Do not treat paid inmate email as confidential instant messaging.

Older cases may be absent

Pre-1995 felony files and pre-1989 municipal matters may require a Records Department request.

Do not use Amazon Marketplace sellers

Todd Road and mail rules reject publications ordered through third-party Marketplace sellers.

Five photos per envelope

Use ordinary 4×6 prints and remember the 20-photo cell-possession limit.

Release is not immediate

Bail, court release, identification, property return, and holds can extend the time before physical exit.

Ventura County jail contact directory and maps

Call the office connected with the actual task
Question Contact Prepare first
Is the person in custody, released, or transferred? 805-654-3335 Full name, birth date, booking number, arrest date, agency.
Which Todd Road visiting session applies? 805-933-8501 Name, booking number, housing assignment.
JPay telephone deposit 1-800-574-5729 Exact name, booking number, payment method.
Cannot receive or want to block inmate calls? 1-800-844-6591 Your telephone number and account details.
Criminal case or payment question 805-289-8545 Case number, defendant name, hearing or payment question.
Court copies or older file 805-289-8668 Case number, photo ID, documents requested.
Adult Public Defender case 805-654-2201 Court date, case number, booking number, paperwork.
Victim assistance 805-654-3622 Case information and immediate safety needs.
Pre-Trial Detention Facility and Hall of Justice
Todd Road Jail

Official Ventura County actions and source verification

The article above brings the operational rules into the page. The links below are limited to actions that require a live government or approved-provider system.

Live user actions
Primary official material reviewed
  • Ventura County Sheriff inmate-search instructions
  • April 2026 Incarcerated Person Orientation & Rules brochure
  • Todd Road Jail visiting and deposit instructions
  • Ventura inmate mail, email, and telephone policies
  • Ventura Superior Court criminal case and records procedures
  • Ventura County Public Defender contact and walk-in details
  • Ventura County VINE and medical-notification resources
Last reviewed: August 1, 2026. Custody, facility, visiting, vendor, fee, mail, and court procedures can change. Reconfirm a live action immediately before payment, travel, mailing, or a scheduled visit.

Ventura County Jail inmate search FAQs

How do I search for an inmate in Ventura County Jail?

Use the official Ventura County Sheriff search. Enter both the required first and last name, optionally add the middle name or birth date, or search by booking number alone.

What is the inmate information phone number?

Call 805-654-3335 with the full name, birth date, arrest date, agency, booking number, and case number.

Why is someone not appearing in the search?

The person may still be in booking, listed under a different spelling, released, cited, transferred, or held by another agency. Confirm that both first and last name were entered.

Which Ventura County jail may hold the person?

The record may involve the Pre-Trial Detention Facility, Todd Road Jail, or East County Jail. Confirm current housing before traveling.

How many visits can an inmate receive?

The current orientation rules state two 30-minute visits per week, with no more than two visitors including children at one time.

When can I visit Todd Road Jail?

Visiting days are Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Sessions depend on housing. Call 805-933-8501 and check in one hour before the confirmed session.

How do I send inmate money?

Use JPay online, call 1-800-574-5729, use a lobby kiosk, or follow the Todd Road public-counter procedure. Use the exact name and booking number.

What is the inmate mailing address?

Use the inmate’s full name and booking number, Ventura County Jail, PO Box 6929, Ventura, CA 93006.

How much does inmate email cost?

One email is $2.25 plus a $1.75 processing fee. Larger packages are available. Each message is text-only, limited to 4,500 characters, screened, printed, and delivered.

How do inmate phone calls work?

Ventura County uses Securus. Create an Advance Connect account for prepaid calls. For blocked calls or call-receiving problems, call 1-800-844-6591.

How do I search the criminal court case?

Use Ventura Superior Court Criminal and Traffic Case Inquiry with the first and last name or case number. Older cases may require a Records Department request.

How do I report an urgent medical or mental-health concern?

Use the Sheriff’s Inmate Emergency Medical Notification Form with the inmate’s name, booking number, facility, issue type, your contact information, and a clear description.

Independent public-information and presumption-of-innocence notice: This website is not the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, Ventura Superior Court, the Public Defender, JPay, Securus, or a live detention database. Custody and court data may be delayed, corrected, sealed, transferred, or changed. An arrest or charge is an allegation and does not establish guilt. Do not use inmate information to harass, threaten, discriminate against, exploit, or unlawfully identify a person.

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