District of Columbia Jail
District of Columbia
Central Detention Facility (DC Jail)
The District of Columbia Department of Corrections, not a sheriff, runs the Central Detention Facility and the nearby Correctional Treatment Facility in Southeast Washington, DC.
- Address
- 1901 D Street SE, Washington, DC 20003
- Phone
- (202) 673-7316
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://doc.dc.gov/
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How to find an inmate
The DC Department of Corrections (DOC) holds people in the Central Detention Facility (DC Jail) and the Correctional Treatment Facility in Washington, DC. Check the official DOC website at doc.dc.gov for its inmate lookup tool, or call DOC with the person's full name and date of birth. People sentenced to prison for DC Code felonies are sent to the Federal Bureau of Prisons, so use the BOP inmate locator for them.
Visitation
DC DOC sets the visitation rules for the Central Detention Facility and the Correctional Treatment Facility in Washington, DC, including in-person and video visits. Visitors usually must schedule ahead, bring valid photo ID, and follow the dress code and search rules. Check doc.dc.gov or call the facility for the current schedule and requirements before you visit.
Bail and bond
In Washington, DC, the DC Superior Court makes release decisions, and the Pretrial Services Agency supervises people who are released. Most defendants are released without money bail, but a judge may set a cash bond in some cases. Contact the DC Superior Court or the defendant's attorney to confirm the bond amount, where to pay, and which payment methods are accepted.
Mail and money
DC DOC sets the rules for mail and money deposits for people held at the Central Detention Facility and the Correctional Treatment Facility in Washington, DC. Address mail with the person's full name and DOC identification number, and follow the facility's rules on content and banned items. Check doc.dc.gov or call DOC for the current mailing address, deposit methods, and limits.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the DC Jail?
Use the inmate lookup on the DC Department of Corrections website (doc.dc.gov), or call DOC at (202) 673-7316 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Central Detention Facility?
The Central Detention Facility (DC Jail) is at 1901 D Street SE, Washington, DC 20003.
How do I post bail in the District of Columbia?
The DC Superior Court sets release conditions, and most defendants are released without money bail. If a judge sets a cash bond, contact the court or the defendant's attorney for payment instructions.
Can I send money to an inmate at the DC Jail?
Yes, deposits to an inmate's account are allowed. Check doc.dc.gov or call DOC for the current deposit methods and rules.