San Bernardino Jail Records
San Bernardino bookings and releases are handled by the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department. The city is the county seat and home to several major detention facilities that serve the Inland Empire. When an arrest happens in San Bernardino, the person typically goes to West Valley Detention Center or Central Detention Center depending on the charge and bed space. Both facilities maintain electronic booking logs that update throughout the day. You can search current and recent bookings to see names, charges, bail amounts, and custody location. The sheriff provides online access to this data at no charge. All records reflect what California law requires for public disclosure under state code sections governing arrest information.
San Bernardino Quick Facts
Detention Centers Serving San Bernardino
San Bernardino County runs multiple jails. The city itself has no separate jail system. All city arrests go to county facilities. West Valley Detention Center is in Rancho Cucamonga. Central Detention Center is in San Bernardino at 630 East Rialto Avenue. Glen Helen Rehabilitation Center is in Devore, used mostly for sentenced inmates and work release programs.
When someone is booked in San Bernardino, they may go to any of these jails based on space and security needs. Most pretrial detainees go to West Valley or Central. You search all facilities using one tool on the sheriff website. The booking search page is at jimsnetil.shr.sbcounty.gov/bookingsearch.aspx. That page shows live data from every San Bernardino County jail. Results include booking number, name, date of arrest, charges, bail, and current location.
The sheriff inmate locator page at wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/corrections/inmate-locator gives instructions on how to use the search tool. It also lists phone numbers for each jail. You can call to confirm an inmate location or ask about visiting hours. Public access to booking info follows Government Code 7923.610, which requires disclosure of arrest facts unless safety concerns exist in a San Bernardino case.
| Agency | San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department |
|---|---|
| Central Detention Center | 630 East Rialto Ave, San Bernardino, CA 92415 Phone: (909) 386-0969 |
| West Valley Detention Center | 9500 Etiwanda Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 Phone: (909) 386-0969 |
| Booking Search | jimsnetil.shr.sbcounty.gov/bookingsearch.aspx |
Note: The booking search tool updates multiple times daily, but there may be a short delay between a booking in San Bernardino and when it appears online.
Using the Inmate Search Tool
To search for San Bernardino bookings, go to the booking search page. Enter a last name or a booking number. The system returns matches from all county jails. You see results sorted by booking date. Each entry shows the person's full name, age, booking date, charges filed, bail amount, and which jail holds them now.
You can filter results by date range. If you want to see only the past week of bookings in San Bernardino, you set the start and end dates on the search form. This narrows the list and makes it easier to find recent arrests. The tool does not require a full name. A last name is enough. If many people share that name, the system lists them all. You pick the right one based on age or booking date.
Search options for San Bernardino bookings include:
- Last name only for a broad search across all jails
- Booking number if you have it from a prior lookup or court paper
- Date range to narrow results to recent San Bernardino arrests
- First name and last name together for more precise results
Some records may not appear if an investigation is active. Under Government Code 6254(f), law enforcement can withhold info that would endanger an officer or harm a case. This is rare but can happen in sensitive San Bernardino arrests. Most bookings show up within a few hours of processing.
San Bernardino Police Department Records
If San Bernardino Police made the arrest, you can request a copy of the arrest report from the city police records bureau. The bureau is at 710 North D Street in San Bernardino. They handle requests for incident reports, traffic collision reports, and arrest records generated by city officers. The county sheriff only provides reports for sheriff arrests or cases in unincorporated areas.
You request a San Bernardino PD report online or in person. Visit sanbernardino.gov/579/Records-Bureau for the request form and instructions. There is a fee for copies based on how many pages you need. Some reports are not released if the case is still open or involves a juvenile. The records bureau is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. You can call (909) 384-5742 for questions about obtaining a report for a San Bernardino arrest.
The San Bernardino Police Department also posts information on arrests and crime trends through their transparency page. While it does not replace the full inmate locator, it gives context on public safety issues in the city. For detailed arrest info, the county booking search remains the main tool for San Bernardino.
Bail and Release Information
When someone is booked in San Bernardino, bail is set based on a county bail schedule or a judge's order. The booking search shows the bail amount for each charge. If bail is posted, the person is released within hours of payment. If no bail is set, they may be held until a court appearance. Some charges allow release on own recognizance, which means no money is required.
You post bail at the jail where the person is held. Central Detention Center accepts bail 24 hours a day. West Valley does as well. You can pay with cash, cashier's check, or money order. Some people use a bail bond company. The bonding company posts the full amount and charges a fee, usually 10 percent of the bail. Once bail is posted for a San Bernardino booking, the inmate goes through a release process that takes a few hours. The inmate locator updates to show the release date and time.
For questions about bail amounts or release procedures, call the jail directly. The main number for San Bernardino County jails is (909) 386-0969. Staff can tell you if bail was posted and when the person will be out. They cannot give legal advice or tell you if you should post bail in a San Bernardino case.
Release Notifications Through VINE
San Bernardino County uses the VINE system. VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday. It alerts you when an inmate is released from jail. You register at vinelink.com or call 1-877-411-5588. You need the inmate name or booking number. Once you sign up, you get a call or email when the person leaves custody.
VINE is free. It works for all San Bernardino County jails. Crime victims often use it to know when someone gets out. Family members also use it to track a loved one's release date. The system updates in real time, so you get alerts as soon as the jail processes the release for a San Bernardino booking.
San Bernardino County Records
San Bernardino is located in San Bernardino County. All booking and release records for the city flow through the county jail system. For a complete overview of San Bernardino County detention facilities, booking procedures, records requests, and other custody resources, visit the full county page.