Sierra County Jail
California
Sierra County Jail
The Sierra County Sheriff's Office runs the Sierra County Jail in Downieville.
- Address
- 100 Courthouse Square, Downieville, CA 95936
- Phone
- (530) 289-3700
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Sierra County Jail in Downieville, call the Sierra County Sheriff's Office at (530) 289-3700. Give the person's full name and date of birth. If the person has been sentenced to state prison, use the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) inmate locator.
Visitation
The Sierra County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules at the jail in Downieville. Call the facility before you go to confirm the current schedule, the ID requirements and the dress rules. Visitors may need to be approved in advance.
Bail and bond
Bail for people booked into the Sierra County Jail is set by the court's bail schedule or by a judge. Call the Sheriff's Office to confirm the bail amount, which payment methods are accepted, and whether you can pay in person at the Downieville facility. You may also be able to post a bond through a licensed bail agent.
Mail and money
Send mail to the inmate's full name at the jail's address in Downieville, and follow the Sheriff's Office rules on allowed items. Call the facility to confirm how to deposit money into an inmate's account and which methods are currently accepted.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Sierra County Jail?
Call the Sierra County Sheriff's Office at (530) 289-3700 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Sierra County Jail?
The jail is at 100 Courthouse Square, Downieville, CA 95936.
How do I post bail in Sierra County?
Contact the Sheriff's Office to confirm the bail amount and accepted payment methods, or use a licensed bail agent.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Sierra County Jail?
Yes, but call the facility to confirm the current deposit methods and rules.