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🗓️ Last Updated: February 2026

All Orange County Jail Phone Numbers

The Theo Lacy facility phone number is (714) 935-6202 — use this to schedule visits, check on bail, or confirm inmate information. You cannot call an inmate directly at any OC facility; inmates place outbound calls through the GTL phone system. All phone numbers below are verified from official OCSD sources.

Theo Lacy Facility — Orange
Theo Lacy Jail Phone Numbers
Visit Scheduling (714) 935-6202
Main / Inmate Records (714) 935-6940
Cashier / Bail (714) 935-6905
Scheduling calls accepted 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM daily. Bail cashier hours: daily 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Central Men's & Women's Jail — Santa Ana
Central Jail Phone Numbers
Visit Scheduling (714) 647-4543
Inmate Records (714) 647-4666
IRC Cashier / Bail (24/7) (714) 647-6085
IRC is open 24/7. Central Jail visiting hours: Fri–Mon, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
James A. Musick Facility — Irvine Area
James Musick Phone Numbers
Main Facility (949) 855-2600
Visiting Info(949) 249-5059
Minimum/medium security facility. Call for inmate status and visiting information.
IRC — Intake Release Center — Santa Ana
IRC Phone Numbers
IRC Cashier / Bail (24/7) (714) 647-6085
Visit Scheduling (714) 647-6050
IRC Facility Phone(714) 647-6063
Intake and release processing facility. Bail is accepted 24/7 at the IRC cashier. Address: 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana.
Visiting Hours

Visiting Hours at All OC Jail Facilities

Most OCSD facilities require advance appointments for visits (Theo Lacy, Central, and IRC). Visiting days are Friday through Monday at the main facilities, and each inmate may receive up to four visits per week. James A. Musick Facility currently states scheduled appointments are not required at this time—call ahead to confirm. Always confirm hours directly with the facility before traveling, as schedules can change.

Theo Lacy Facility
501 The City Drive South, Orange, CA 92868
Fri–Mon · 8 AM–5 PM
Visiting Days Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday only
Hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Appointments Required — no walk-ups accepted
Advance Notice At least 24 hours before visit
Schedule By Phone — call 7:00 AM–4:00 PM daily
Max Visitors 2 adults + 2 minors per visit
Visit Length Minimum 30 minutes
Visits/Week Up to 4 per inmate (Fri–Mon)
Parking North structure — across from Juvenile Courthouse, next to UCI Medical Center
Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment. Bring government-issued photo ID. Visitors released from any jail within the past 60 days are generally ineligible unless blood relatives with Watch Commander approval.
📞 Schedule: (714) 935-6202
Central Men's & Women's Jail
550 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Fri–Mon · 8 AM–4 PM
Visiting Days Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday only
Hours 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Appointments Required — by appointment only
Advance Notice At least 24 hours before visit
Max Visitors 2 adults + 2 minors per visit
Visit Length Minimum 30 minutes
Visits/Week Up to 4 per inmate (Fri–Mon)
Parking On-site at 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana
Same rules apply as Theo Lacy — government ID required, no visitors under the influence, no revealing clothing. Children under 18 must be with an approved adult.
📞 Schedule: (714) 647-4543
James A. Musick Facility
13502 Musick, Irvine, CA 92618
Fri–Mon · 8 AM–5 PM
Minimum/medium security. Call ahead to confirm any current procedures before traveling.
📞 Confirm: (949) 855-2600
Visiting Friday–Monday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Appointments Not required at this time (call ahead to confirm)
Main Phone (949) 855-2600
Visiting Info (949) 249-5059
Intake Release Center (IRC)
550 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703
Fri–Mon · 8 AM–5 PM
IRC is the intake/release processing center. Visiting is available during the posted Fri–Mon hours by appointment.
📞 IRC 24-hr: (714) 647-6085
Visiting Days Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday only
Hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Appointments Required — schedule by phone
Schedule By Phone Call (714) 647-6050 — 7:00 AM–4:00 PM Mon–Fri
Cashier / Bail Accepted 24/7 at (714) 647-6085
Central Jail — Santa Ana

Central Men's Jail Orange County — Phone Number & Visiting Hours

The Orange County Central Men's and Women's Jail in Santa Ana is located at 550 N. Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703 — on the same campus as the Intake Release Center (IRC). The main scheduling and general information number is (714) 647-4543. For inmate records, call (714) 647-4666. The IRC 24-hour bail line is (714) 647-6085.

Visiting hours at the Central Jail are Friday through Monday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, by appointment only. The same scheduling rules apply as Theo Lacy: call at least 24 hours in advance, have the inmate's booking number ready, and bring government-issued photo ID. Up to 2 adults and 2 minors may visit at one time; each inmate may receive up to 4 visits per week.

Step-by-Step

How to Schedule a Theo Lacy Visiting Appointment

The appointment process is straightforward once you have the inmate's booking number. Use the inmate locator guide to find it if you don't have it yet.

1

Confirm the Inmate Is at Theo Lacy

Look up the inmate through the OCSD Inmate Information System at ocsheriff.gov to confirm their current facility. Inmates can be moved between facilities, so always verify before scheduling. If the search shows Theo Lacy, proceed to step 2.
🔍 Inmate locator guide →
2

Call Theo Lacy Between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM

Call (714) 935-6202 during scheduling hours. Have ready: the inmate's full legal name and booking number, your government-issued ID information, and the names of all adults and minors who will be visiting. Appointments must be made at least 24 hours in advance — same-day visits are not available.
📞 Scheduling line: (714) 935-6202 · 7:00 AM–4:00 PM daily
3

Know the Visitor Rules Before You Go

All adults must bring valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license, passport, or consular card — no expired IDs). Children under 18 must be accompanied by an approved adult, or have written notarized permission to visit. Visitors who have been released from any jail in the past 60 days are typically ineligible, with limited exceptions for close relatives with Watch Commander approval.
4

Arrive 15 Minutes Early — Parking Is Nearby

Park in the North parking structure, located across from the Juvenile Courthouse and next to UCI Medical Center. Line up outside the lobby 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time. Security screening is required before entry. Bring only your ID and keys — leave everything else in the car.
🚗 Park: North structure across from Juvenile Courthouse, next to UCI Medical

What to Bring — and What to Leave Behind

Allowed

  • Valid government-issued photo ID (required for all adults)
  • Keys — no large keychains or tools
  • Baby necessities if bringing an infant
  • A contact phone number (staff may need to reach you)

Not Allowed

  • Food, drinks, or gum
  • Cell phones or electronic devices
  • Revealing, offensive, or gang-affiliated clothing
  • Bags, purses, or backpacks
  • Weapons of any kind
  • Anyone under the influence of alcohol or drugs (subject to arrest)
Planning your first visit? The full visitation guide covers how to register as a visitor, what to wear, what to expect at security screening, and how to handle visits with children — everything beyond the hours and rules listed above.
Inmate Phone Calls

How to Set Up Phone Calls from OC Jail

You cannot call an inmate at any Orange County jail — calls only go outbound from the inmate to you. All OC facilities use GTL (Global Tel Link / ConnectNetwork) as their phone service provider. Calls are monitored and recorded; attorney-client calls are not recorded.

1

Create a GTL / ConnectNetwork Account

Go to connectnetwork.com or download the GTL app. Create a free account using your phone number and personal information. This links your number to the system so you can receive calls and add funds.
🌐 connectnetwork.com — GTL's official portal
2

Add Funds to Your Account

Deposit money into your GTL prepaid account. You can prepay so you control costs and all calls come to your number only, or set up a general account where the inmate chooses who to call from their approved list. Inmates can also purchase phone credits through commissary.
3

Have the Inmate Add Your Number to Their Approved Contact List

The inmate must request to add your phone number through the facility system. Some facilities require a written request. If your number is not on the approved list, calls from the inmate cannot connect to you. This process may take 1–3 days to complete after the request is submitted.
⏰ Allow 1–3 days for contact list approval after first booking
Cannot receive collect calls? If the inmate is calling a cell phone or a carrier that blocks collect calls, the call will not connect without a funded GTL account. Set up your GTL prepaid account before the inmate's first call attempt to avoid missed connections. Inmates are typically allowed 1–2 free calls during initial booking.
Release Times

Theo Lacy & OC Jail Inmate Release Times

Release times vary significantly by facility and circumstances. Orange County does not release inmates early for overcrowding — sentenced inmates serve their full term. If bail has been posted, processing begins after documents are verified at the cashier.

Theo Lacy Facility
2 – 6 hours
After bail surety documents accepted at cashier (daily 8 AM–2 PM). For after-hours bail, go to IRC (24 hrs). Release processing begins after cashier confirmation.
Central Jail / IRC — Santa Ana
4 – 8 hours
IRC bail accepted 24 hours a day. The Central Jail/IRC complex processes a higher volume, so release typically takes longer. Weekend releases may be slower.
City Jails (Newport Beach, Anaheim, etc.)
30 min – 1 hr
Much faster than county facilities. If bail is not posted at the city jail, the person transfers to the IRC, where release time resets to 4–8 hours.
James A. Musick Facility
2 – 6 hours
Minimum/medium security facility. Release processing similar to Theo Lacy. Contact (949) 855-2600 to confirm bail status and expected release timing.
Release timing varies: The estimates above are common ranges, but actual release time depends on staffing, inmate processing volume, court orders, holds, and paperwork verification. For the most reliable status updates, use the inmate locator and/or contact the cashier/records line for the facility.
Inmate Mail

How to Send Mail to an Orange County Jail Inmate

Mail is one of the most meaningful ways to stay connected. Each facility has specific rules — follow them carefully or the mail will be returned or confiscated.

Theo Lacy Facility — Mailing Address

[Inmate Full Name] — [Booking Number]
Theo Lacy Facility
501 The City Drive South
Orange, CA 92868

What you can send: Up to 10 pages of photocopied or printed material per letter. Up to 10 photos — maximum 8×10", no nudity or sexually suggestive content. Paperback books must be sent directly from the publisher or distributor (not from home). Each inmate may have up to 5 books at a time.

What is not allowed: Packages of any kind. Hardcover books. Photos with nudity, gang signs, or weapons. Cards with glitter, stickers, or raised elements. Cash or checks inside envelopes. Mail without a return address — it will not be delivered.

Important: All mail is searched before delivery. Include the inmate's booking number on the envelope to ensure it reaches the correct person. Booking numbers can be found using the inmate locator guide.

Central Jail mailing address: Same rules apply. Address mail to: [Inmate Full Name] — [Booking Number] / Orange County Central Jail / 550 N. Flower Street / Santa Ana, CA 92703.
Featured Services — Phone & Commissary
Stay Connected — Phone & Commissary Services
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GTL / ConnectNetwork — OC Jail Phone Service
Official phone provider for all OC Sheriff facilities. Set up a prepaid account to receive inmate calls at lower rates.
Set Up Account →
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AccessCorrections — Inmate Funds & Commissary
Deposit money to an inmate's account online 24/7. Used at Theo Lacy, Central Jail, and James Musick facilities.
Deposit Funds →
Frequently Asked Questions

Phone & Visiting — Common Questions Answered

What is the Theo Lacy facility phone number?

Theo Lacy’s visit scheduling line is (714) 935-6202 (call 7:00 AM–4:00 PM). For main/inmate records call (714) 935-6940. For the cashier/bail line call (714) 935-6905 (cashier hours may vary; if closed, the IRC cashier accepts bail 24/7).

What are Theo Lacy visiting hours?

Theo Lacy visiting hours are Friday through Monday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Visits are by appointment only — no walk-ups. Call (714) 935-6202 between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM at least 24 hours in advance. Each inmate can receive up to 4 visits per week. Each visit is a minimum of 30 minutes with a maximum of 2 adults and 2 minors.

How do I schedule a Theo Lacy visiting appointment?

Call (714) 935-6202 between 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM, any day. Have the inmate's booking number, your photo ID information, and the names of all visitors ready. Appointments must be at least 24 hours in advance. Confirm the inmate's location using the inmate locator before calling — inmates can be moved between facilities.

How long does Theo Lacy take to release an inmate after bail is posted?

Release time after bail is posted is often 2–6 hours, but it can vary based on staffing, processing volume, and any holds or court orders. If the Theo Lacy cashier is closed, the IRC cashier accepts bail 24/7 at (714) 647-6085. No release time can be guaranteed—confirm status directly with the facility.

What is the Central Jail Santa Ana phone number and visiting hours?

Central Jail visit scheduling is (714) 647-4543. Inmate Records: (714) 647-4666. Visiting hours are Friday through Monday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, by appointment only. Each inmate may receive up to four visits per week (Fri–Mon).

Can I call my loved one directly at Orange County Jail?

No. You cannot call an inmate directly at any Orange County facility. Inmates place outbound calls to approved numbers through GTL (Global Tel Link / ConnectNetwork). Set up a free account at connectnetwork.com, add funds, and make sure the inmate adds your number to their approved contact list. Legal calls to attorneys are not monitored or recorded.

How do I send money to an inmate at Theo Lacy or Central Jail?

Deposit funds in person at the IRC cashier (24 hours, 550 N. Flower St., Santa Ana) or at the Theo Lacy cashier (daily 8 AM–2 PM, (714) 935-6905). Online deposits are available through AccessCorrections. Money orders must be made payable to "County of Orange – Sheriff's Department" with the inmate's name and booking number. Personal checks are not accepted. The maximum account balance is $500. See the full commissary guide.

What happens to visits if an inmate is moved to a different facility?

If an inmate is transferred, any scheduled visits at the previous facility are cancelled. Always confirm the inmate's current facility using the inmate locator before traveling, then call the new facility to reschedule. The OCSD system is updated within a few hours of any transfer.
Need to Find Which Facility They're In First?
You can't schedule a visit until you know the facility. Our inmate locator guide walks you through the OCSD search system step by step.
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