Alameda County Inmate Search

Alameda County inmate search refers to the various options for obtaining records of current and former detainees of Alameda County jails and correctional facilities. Compiled by jails, prisons, and correctional facilities within the county, such records typically provide information about individuals serving (or persons who served) jail time.

Alameda County inmate records are generated by the Alameda County Sheriff's Office (the supervising agency for Santa Rita Jail) and local police departments such as the Oakland Police Department and the Fremont Police Department.

Generally, a typical inmate search may provide access to information such as:

• Booking details:
• Full name (first, middle, last)
• Booking number
• Date of birth
• Gender
• Custody & Booking Information:
• Booking date, time, and location
• Name of the arresting agency
• Holding facility
• Custody status
• Charges & Case Information:
• List of charges
• Charge descriptions
• Charge status
• Bail or bond amount
• Court case number
• Release Information:
• Scheduled release date (if applicable)
• Type of release.

An inmate record search may also provide access to mugshots, special custody notes (such as protective custody or medical hold), and upcoming court dates.

In Alameda County, limited real-time information about current inmates and recently released convicts is accessible online through the Sheriff's Office Jail Inmate Locator; this online portal provides access to information about individuals serving terms at the Santa Rita Jail. Older inmate records may be accessible as part of criminal records through the Alameda County Superior Court Criminal Case Portal. Alternatively, individuals seeking access to Alameda County inmate records can reach out to the Alameda County Sheriff's Office at:

How to Use the Alameda County Jail Roster

Alameda County inmate records are accessible through the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Jail Inmate Locator. For individuals using this portal for the first time, the following steps may be helpful;

• Log in to the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Jail Inmate Locator portal
• Choose a search criterion (users can access records by name, person/personal file number, or using the last 24 hours option). Users can limit their searches to bookings made in the last 24 hours by checking the "show only bookings within the past day" box. In addition, the date of birth and sex can be used to streamline the search results.
• If unsure about name spellings, check the box for a phonetic search to find names that sound alike.
• Complete the CAPTCHA by typing the letters/numbers from the image into the CAPTCHA box.
• Click Find Inmate to submit.

For access to Alameda County inmate records through criminal case files:

• Visit the Alameda County Superior Court Criminal Case Portal
• Click the Register link, fill out the online registration form, and verify email through the verification link from the portal host (do not request an elevated role)
• Sign in to the portal using the email and password provided during registration.
• From the portal home, choose Smart Search to view inmate records through criminal case files using name or case number.

The Alameda County Superior Court Criminal Case Portal does not provide information about cases older than 2005. To access these records or obtain inmate records through certified copies of documents, call the Alameda County Superior Court's Criminal Division Clerk's Office at (510) 267-6912 or visit the René C. Davidson Courthouse at:

What Information is Included in the Alameda County Inmate Roster

Similar to most inmate rosters, the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Jail Inmate Locator provides access to information about current inmates and individuals previously detained by local law enforcement agencies within the county. This includes but is not limited to:

• Inmates personal information
• Booking details
• Facility and housing locations
• Booking date and time
• Name of arresting agency
• Charges against the subject
• Bail details.

Contact Details for Alameda County Jail or Sheriff's Office

Individuals seeking Alameda County inmate records can access them through the Alameda Sheriff's Office, Santa Rita Jail, and local police departments. For information about Alameda County inmates, contact any of the following agencies.

Jail Facility Overview in Alameda County

The table details the various detention facilities within Alameda County.

In addition, local police departments have temporary detention centers for short-term holding of arrestees during booking or court appearances.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

In Alameda County, the Santa Rita Jail is the primary detention facility. However, the Sheriff's Office is the custodian of adult inmate records. The Alameda County Sheriff's Office Jail Inmate Locator provides online access to Alameda County inmate records. Alternatively, requesters can contact the Alameda County Sheriff's Office or the Santa Rita Jail to inquire about the county's current or released inmates.

According to California laws, juvenile inmate records are confidential documents whose access is restricted to:

• The subjects of the documents
• The juvenile's parents or legal guardians
• Attorneys of record
• Court personnel
• Authorized state social services officials.

However, non-authorized requesters may access Alameda County juvenile inmate records by completing the Judicial Council's JV-570 Forms (Petition for Access to Juvenile Case File) and submitting along with the forms JV-571 (Notice) and JV-569 (Proof of Service) to the Juvenile Court Clerk's Office at:

Alameda County Visitation Rules and Schedules

The Santa Rita Jail is the primary detention facility in Alameda County. This facility houses pre-trial detainees and convicts serving sentences for various crimes. Individuals on approved lists can visit inmates under the following terms.

Who can visit

• Adults with valid identification documents
• Minors accompanied by parents or legal guardians

Approved Identification documents

• State driver's license or ID card
• U.S. passport
• Military ID
• Consular ID (acceptable if verifiable)

Dress code

• Shirtsand shoes
• No revealing, see-through, gang-related, or offensive clothing
• Hats, scarves, and head coverings are prohibited (unless for religious or medical reasons, and they must be approved.

Behavior expectations

• Physical contact must not go beyond a brief hug or handshake at the beginning or end of a contact visit
• Visitors will be removed and their visitation privileges suspended if they are abusive, under the influence, or disruptive

How long do visits typically last

• Contact visits - 30 minutes to 45 minutes
• Video visits - 20 minutes to 30 minutes

General days for visits and hours for visitation

There are no visits on Mondays and Tuesdays. In addition, some inmates may require background clearance for contact visits. To schedule a visit with the Santa Rita Jail, register and log in to the Alameda County Scheduling Portal.

Mailing and Commissary Information

An incoming mail for an Alameda County inmate must have:

• The receiver's full last name and Personal File Number (PFN) on the face of the envelope
• The sender's name and address.

Additionally, the Santa Rita Jail and other detention facilities within Alameda County do not permit inmates to receive packages, contrabands (including paper clips, staples, metal fasteners, or any metal items), envelopes, stamps, or writing materials through the mail.

A mail for an Alameda County inmate should be in this format:

For an inmate's file number, visit the Alameda County Sheriff's Office Jail Locator Portal and use names to search for PFN through jail booking information.

Individuals can deposit cash or money orders to fund Alameda County inmates' commissary through payment kiosks at the Santa Rita Jail facility. Online deposit is also available through third-party payment portals. Alternatively, money orders can be sent into the inmate's trust account through third-party platforms that offer such services using the detainee's name and PFN.

Note that online and kiosk payments may be limited to $300.00 per transaction.