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El Dorado County, California | Sheriff’s Office Custody Division
El Dorado County Jail Roster: Find Current Inmates and Daily Bookings
Looking for someone recently arrested in Placerville, South Lake Tahoe, or elsewhere in El Dorado County? The Sheriff’s Office provides an official online inmate roster through Citizen RIMS. It is the starting point for identifying people currently held at the county’s two adult jail facilities.
You can use the county roster to check available custody and booking information without subscribing to a third-party inmate-search website. However, an active inmate list does not necessarily preserve every past arrest or show every person released earlier in the day.
This guide explains how to find an inmate, review recent bookings, check for mugshots, confirm bail, arrange visits, send mail, fund communication services, and request official records.
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300 Forni Road
Placerville, CA 95667
Published capacity: 303 inmates plus 8 outpatient medical beds.
1051 Al Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Published capacity: up to 158 inmates.
How to Search the El Dorado County Jail Roster
The Sheriff’s Office links directly to its Current Inmates service from the official Custody Division webpage.
The linked Citizen RIMS service lets visitors review publicly available information about people in local jail custody.
Step-by-step inmate search
- Open the inmate roster. Visit El Dorado County Current Inmates.
- Review the available records. The public inmate listing is displayed through Citizen RIMS.
- Find the inmate’s name. Use the page’s available search or filtering controls, or your browser’s Find function where supported.
- Confirm the identity. Compare the complete name and any identifying details provided in the result.
- Review booking information. Check the booking number, admission information, and other fields displayed for the particular inmate.
- Confirm the jail location. Determine whether the person is being held at Placerville or South Lake Tahoe before visiting.
- Call if necessary. Contact the relevant detention facility when custody or release information is time-sensitive.
El Dorado County Daily Jail Bookings and Recent Arrests
People arrested by the Sheriff’s Office, local police departments, or other authorized agencies may be booked into one of the county’s two adult jails.
For a recent arrest, check the current roster first. If the available record displays a booking date or time, compare it with the reported arrest. Do not assume that every arrest immediately creates a public roster entry.
How to check a recent booking
- Open the official inmate list.
- Find the individual’s legal name.
- Review any booking date, number, and custody details provided.
- Check which county jail currently holds the person.
- If the booking occurred recently and no result appears, call the appropriate jail.
- For an older arrest, contact the Sheriff’s Records Unit rather than relying solely on today’s inmate list.
The active roster should not be described as a complete daily arrest log. Someone booked and released before your search may no longer appear.
Arrest reports versus jail bookings
An arrest report documents law enforcement activity, while a jail booking records admission to custody. A police report may be held by Placerville Police, South Lake Tahoe Police, the Sheriff’s Office, or another arresting agency.
If you need the underlying arrest report, identify which agency handled the arrest and request the appropriate record from that agency.
Understanding El Dorado County Inmate Booking Information
A jail search can contain several different identifiers. The available fields and level of detail depend on the public system and the individual record.
| Record field | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Inmate name | The name recorded by the detention facility. |
| Booking number | A unique identifier associated with a jail admission; also used for inmate correspondence. |
| Booking date/time | When the person was recorded as admitted, if publicly displayed. |
| Arresting agency | The law enforcement agency connected with the booking, if disclosed. |
| Charges | Alleged criminal offenses or legal holds, where available. |
| Bail | An amount or condition associated with possible release, when established. |
| Custody status | Information about present detention or release status. |
These describe common booking-record fields, not a guarantee that every item appears in each Citizen RIMS result. If the roster does not show a necessary detail, contact the facility or records office.
El Dorado County Jail Mugshots and Booking Photographs
Booking photographs may be captured during jail intake, but public availability depends on the agency’s system and applicable records laws.
The official inmate roster should be your starting point. Do not assume that every person listed has a publicly viewable mugshot.
How to look for a booking photograph
- Open the official Citizen RIMS inmate list.
- Locate the correct inmate and review the available record.
- Check whether a booking photograph is displayed.
- If the image is unavailable, contact the Sheriff’s Records Unit.
- Ask whether that particular booking photograph is disclosable and what request procedure applies.
The Sheriff’s Records Unit maintains booking-related records, but some information may be withheld or redacted under applicable California law.
Do not rely on unofficial mugshot websites as evidence of current incarceration or the outcome of a case.
What If Someone Is Not on the El Dorado County Jail Roster?
A missing name does not prove that no arrest occurred. Several explanations are possible:
- Recent booking: Intake may still be underway.
- Release: The person may already have been discharged.
- Transfer: The person may have moved to another county or state institution.
- Different name: The record may use another legal name or spelling.
- Different jurisdiction: The person may be detained by another agency.
- Restricted information: Some records may not appear publicly.
For current custody information, call Placerville Jail at 530-621-6000 or South Lake Tahoe Jail at 530-573-3030.
El Dorado County Jail Bail, Bond and Release Information
Eligibility for release depends on the applicable charges, court orders, bail conditions, and any other custody holds.
How to check bail
- Find the person on the official inmate list.
- Record their name and booking number.
- Call the facility where they are housed.
- Ask whether bail has been established and whether another legal hold applies.
- Confirm the permitted payment methods, receiving location, and applicable fees.
- Keep payment records and ask about expected processing requirements.
Do not send bail money to personal payment accounts or third parties claiming they can secure immediate release.
Inmate release notifications
El Dorado County participates in California VINE, a service that provides available offender custody information and release-status notifications.
You can register online through VINELink or call 877-411-5588.
The service is free and supports eligible telephone and email notifications. Coverage and timing are subject to the participating agency’s records, so do not rely on a notification system as the only source for an urgent safety decision.
El Dorado County Jail Visitation Hours and Rules
The two county jails publish different in-person visiting schedules. Visiting is first-come, first-served, and schedules are subject to change, including holidays and operational restrictions.
Placerville Jail visiting hours
| Days | Visiting period | Final check-in |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Sunday | 8:00 AM–11:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Monday–Sunday | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
| Monday–Thursday | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM | 9:30 PM |
South Lake Tahoe Jail visiting hours
| Days | Visiting period | Final check-in |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Saturday | 8:00 AM–11:00 AM | 10:30 AM |
| Monday–Saturday | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM | 3:30 PM |
| Tuesday–Thursday | 7:00 PM–10:00 PM | 9:30 PM |
Important in-person visitation rules
- Each inmate generally receives a maximum of three 30-minute visits per week.
- A visitor is generally limited to one visit per day and three per week.
- Only one visitor may visit at a time, subject to the published exception for a minor accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- Visitors must provide acceptable identification.
- Minor visitors require appropriate identification and supervision.
- Visitors must comply with the dress code.
- Phones, cameras, handbags, food, and other prohibited personal items are not allowed inside the visiting area.
- Legal holidays and facility conditions may affect visiting availability.
Call ahead before an evening visit. The county warns that evening sessions may be canceled.
Read the complete official visitation policy.
Remote video visitation
Both facilities use NCIC Inmate Communications for remote video visits.
The county publishes a video-visitation calendar generally covering 8:00 AM to 11:00 PM, seven days a week, with certain blocks excluded for facility operations.
Its published information identifies a rate of $0.20 per minute for paid video visits and one free video visit per inmate each week. Pricing and availability should be confirmed with the provider.
- Open NCIC Video Visitation.
- Create or sign into a visitor account.
- Select the correct El Dorado County facility.
- Find the inmate and review available visit times.
- Schedule the visit in advance.
- Follow the provider’s identification, equipment, and payment instructions.
For assistance, call NCIC at 800-943-2189.
El Dorado County Inmate Phone Calls, Messages and Account Funding
The Sheriff’s Office identifies NCIC Inmate Communications as the telephone service provider for its two adult jails.
Setting up inmate phone service
- Visit NCIC Inmate Communications.
- Review the account setup and funding options.
- Select the correct correctional facility and recipient.
- Check calling rates and service fees.
- Complete the approved funding process and retain the receipt.
For phone account support, contact 800-943-2189.
Electronic inmate messages
The county’s published correspondence information identifies CorrectPay for electronic messaging.
Its posted prices are $0.25 for an incoming text message and $0.35 for an incoming picture or document message. The county also identifies a $0.50 charge for certain outgoing inmate messages, with specified free-message allowances.
For electronic messaging, visit CorrectPay. Confirm the current prices before adding funds.
Putting money on an inmate’s account
The county’s visiting rules state that cash or a cashier’s check may be brought to the facility for an inmate’s account or sent by postal service under the applicable procedures.
Before sending money, contact the specific jail to confirm current deposit instructions, permitted payment instruments, account identifiers, and restrictions.
Do not place cash inside ordinary personal correspondence sent to the centralized mail-processing address.
El Dorado County Jail Inmate Mailing Address and Mail Rules
The Sheriff’s Office uses a centralized mail-processing system for ordinary physical correspondence. Mail sent to that processing address is scanned and delivered to the inmate electronically.
Inmate’s Full Name
Booking Number
El Dorado County, County Jail
PO Box 591
Longview, TX 75606
Important inmate mail requirements
- Include the inmate’s name, Sheriff’s Office booking number, and your return address.
- Use correspondence no larger than 8.5 by 11 inches.
- Mail must contain no more than five pages.
- Write on the front side of each page only.
- Only one photograph is permitted per mailing.
- Legal and medical mail must be sent directly to the jail where the inmate is housed.
- Do not send money, books, newspapers, or other prohibited materials to the centralized processing address.
The county warns that mail processed at its Longview, Texas location is destroyed after electronic processing and will not be returned. Do not send original documents or irreplaceable photographs.
Check the official inmate correspondence instructions before mailing anything.
El Dorado County Historical Booking Records and Court Case Search
For records from a previous arrest or an individual who is no longer in custody, the Sheriff’s Records Unit is more appropriate than the current inmate roster.
Requesting jail booking records
The county Records Unit maintains Sheriff’s Office reports, booking records, warrants, and related law enforcement information.
| Records office | Address | Telephone |
|---|---|---|
| Placerville Records Unit | 200 Industrial Drive, Placerville, CA 95667 | 530-621-5703 |
| South Lake Tahoe Records Unit | 1360 Johnson Blvd., South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 | 530-573-3000 |
The Placerville Records Unit publishes weekday hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, while the South Lake Tahoe office lists 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Both are closed on county holidays.
Personal local criminal history
According to the Sheriff’s Records Unit, eligible individuals may request their own local criminal history record. The posted $25 service can include ten years of local jail booking and release information, arresting agency details, and charges, subject to the county’s disclosure rules.
Many records services require an appointment, identification, and a completed application.
Review the official Records Unit procedures.
Finding criminal court information
A jail booking record does not establish the final outcome of a case. Criminal filings, hearing dates, court orders, and dispositions are handled through the relevant court.
Use the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado to find current court services and available case-search resources.
When searching, keep the inmate’s booking number separate from the court case number. They are different identifiers.
El Dorado County Jail Addresses, Contacts and Directions
Placerville Jail
Address: 300 Forni Road, Placerville, CA 95667
Phone: 530-621-6000
Fax: 530-626-9472
Get directions to Placerville Jail
South Lake Tahoe Jail
Address: 1051 Al Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
Phone: 530-573-3030
Fax: 530-541-6721
Get directions to South Lake Tahoe Jail
Frequently Asked Questions About the El Dorado County Jail Roster
1. Where can I search the official El Dorado County jail roster?
Visit the Sheriff’s Custody Division page at https://www.eldoradocounty.ca.gov/Public-Safety-Justice/Safety-Justice/sheriff/custody and select Current Inmates. The link opens the county’s Citizen RIMS inmate listing.
2. Is the El Dorado County inmate roster free?
The publicly available inmate roster can be accessed without purchasing a third-party inmate-search subscription. Separate requests for copies of records may involve applicable fees.
3. Does the El Dorado County jail roster show daily bookings?
The official current-inmates list provides information about people in custody and available booking details. It should not be treated as a complete historical daily arrest log because released inmates may no longer appear.
4. How can I find someone arrested today in El Dorado County?
Check the official Citizen RIMS inmate list. If the arrest was very recent and no record appears, contact Placerville Jail at 530-621-6000 or South Lake Tahoe Jail at 530-573-3030.
5. Are El Dorado County jail mugshots available online?
Booking photographs may be captured during intake, but a public image is not guaranteed for every inmate. Check the official roster and contact the Sheriff’s Records Unit about any photograph not publicly displayed.
6. Where are the El Dorado County jails located?
Placerville Jail is at 300 Forni Road, Placerville, CA 95667. South Lake Tahoe Jail is at 1051 Al Tahoe Boulevard, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150.
7. What are the El Dorado County Jail visitation hours?
Placerville offers morning and afternoon visiting seven days a week, plus Monday–Thursday evenings. South Lake Tahoe offers morning and afternoon visiting Monday–Saturday, plus Tuesday–Thursday evenings. Specific time slots and rules are published on the Sheriff’s visitation page.
8. How can I schedule a video visit with an El Dorado County inmate?
Use https://videovisit.ncic.com to create an NCIC visitor account and schedule an available visit. The county publishes one free video visit per inmate per week and a paid rate of $0.20 per minute, subject to current provider terms.
9. How do I send a letter to an El Dorado County inmate?
Ordinary personal mail is processed through PO Box 591, Longview, TX 75606. Include the inmate’s full name, Sheriff’s Office booking number, and your return address. Legal and medical mail follow separate procedures.
10. What if someone is missing from the El Dorado County jail roster?
Check spelling and consider whether the person was recently admitted, released, transferred, or held by another agency. Contact the relevant jail for time-sensitive custody confirmation.
Official El Dorado County Jail and Inmate Resources
Use the following agency resources for current custody information, official procedures, records, and communication services.
- El Dorado County Sheriff’s Custody Division
- Current Inmates — Citizen RIMS
- Official Jail Visiting Hours and Rules
- Official Video Visitation Instructions
- Inmate Mail, Phone Calls and Messaging
- Sheriff’s Records Unit
- Inmate Release Notification Program
- El Dorado County Superior Court
Reviewed October 30, 2026. This independent guide does not host live custody records. Booking status, bail amounts, service charges, visitation policies, and other detention procedures can change. Confirm important information directly with the Sheriff’s Office or the appropriate court.