Whittier Jail
Whittier, California — Los Angeles County
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Visiting Information
Whittier Jail may offer visiting depending on its programs. Community corrections facilities, halfway houses, and transitional centers often have more flexible visiting than traditional lockups — some allow visits in common areas or outdoor spaces. Contact the facility for their current policy.
For visiting information, call (562) 567-9220.
Inmate Search & Lookup
Locating someone at Whittier Jail typically requires calling the facility directly. Detention centers and community corrections facilities may not appear in standard inmate search databases. If the person was recently transferred from a jail or prison, their record in the previous facility's system may not yet show the new location.
VINELink (vinelink.com) is a free service that tracks inmates across many facility types and can send you alerts on status changes.
For direct assistance, call (562) 567-9220.
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Sending Money to an Inmate
Deposit methods at Whittier Jail vary depending on the operating agency. Community corrections facilities and halfway houses may accept personal checks or cash payments directly — something most jails and prisons do not allow. Contact the facility for approved methods.
For deposit instructions, call (562) 567-9220.
Phone Calls
Phone policies at Whittier Jail depend on the facility's operating agency. Community corrections facilities and halfway houses may allow inmates to use personal cell phones or have more flexible calling hours than traditional lockups.
For phone information, call (562) 567-9220.
Mail & Communication
PO Box 84164
Terminal Annex
Los Angeles, CA 90084-0164
Communication options at Whittier Jail vary based on the facility's operating agency. Community corrections facilities and halfway houses typically allow more communication freedom than traditional lockups, including personal cell phone use in some programs.
For specific communication policies, call (562) 567-9220.
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About Whittier Jail
Whittier Jail is a correctional facility located in Whittier, California. It is situated in Los Angeles County, has a capacity of 31 inmates.
Facility Details
| Facility Type | Correctional Facility |
| Capacity | 31 inmates |
| County | Los Angeles |
| State | California |
| Status | Open |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The phone number for Whittier Jail is (562) 567-9220. When you call, you will reach the facility's main switchboard. Ask to be transferred to the booking desk for inmate information, or the visitation office for visiting questions. Calling during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 AM-5 PM local time) will generally connect you faster.
Whittier Jail is located at 13200 Penn St, Whittier, CA 90602. It is in Los Angeles County. If you are visiting, note that GPS may direct you to a staff entrance rather than the visitor entrance — look for visitor parking signs when you arrive.
Whittier Jail is a correctional facility located in Whittier, California.
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