Inyo County Jail Roster

Inyo County publishes an online jail roster through the CrimeGraphics platform. You can search for current inmates at the county jail in Independence. The database shows recent arrests and bookings from across the small Eastern Sierra county. Law enforcement agencies report all bookings to the central system. Each record displays names, charges, booking dates, and bail amounts. The search tool works without creating an account for free police blotter access in Inyo County.

Inyo County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Inyo County Sheriff Office handles law enforcement and jail operations for most of the county. The jail sits in Independence, the county seat. This facility processes all adult bookings for Inyo County. When deputies or local police make an arrest, they bring people here. Staff collect fingerprints and photos. They record charges and personal information. All data goes into the system that feeds the online search tool.

Search the jail roster at inyo.crimegraphics.com. The portal lets you look up current inmates by name or booking number. Results show booking dates, charges, and custody status. You can also see bail amounts and housing locations. Updates happen as the jail processes new bookings and releases in Inyo County.

For questions about a specific arrest, call the jail at (760) 878-0370. Staff can help if you cannot find someone in the online database. They can explain visiting rules and how to send mail or money to inmates. The sheriff office can be reached for general inquiries about arrest records in Inyo County.

Search Inyo County Arrest Records

Go to the CrimeGraphics search page. Enter a first and last name. You can also search by booking number if you have it. Click search and results appear quickly. The system checks the current jail roster for matches. Each result shows basic booking details and custody status.

The online system displays current inmates and very recent releases. For older arrest records, contact the sheriff office directly. California law lets anyone request booking logs under the Public Records Act. Submit a written request describing what records you want. The agency has ten days to respond. Some records may cost money to copy but basic booking information is usually free in Inyo County.

Note: Booking information represents accusations and does not prove guilt until adjudicated in court.

Police in Inyo County

Bishop Police Department serves the largest community in Inyo County. Officers make arrests within city limits and book people at the county jail. The sheriff office provides patrol for unincorporated areas and small towns across the county. Lone Pine, Independence, and other communities rely on sheriff patrol. The California Highway Patrol covers US Highway 395 and state routes through Inyo County.

CHP makes arrests for traffic offenses and DUI. These bookings go to the county jail. All arrests from any agency appear in the same online database. For police reports beyond booking information, contact the specific agency that handled your case in Inyo County.

California Arrest Record Laws

State law requires police to release certain booking information. Government Code Section 7923.600 lists what agencies must disclose. This includes the name and occupation of every arrested person, their physical description including date of birth, color of eyes and hair, sex, height and weight, the time and date of arrest, the time and date of booking, the location of the arrest, the factual circumstances surrounding the arrest, and the bail amount. Law enforcement must make this information public in California.

Some records stay confidential during active investigations. Complete criminal history summaries are protected under Penal Code Section 11105. Only law enforcement and authorized agencies can access these master records. The California Department of Justice maintains statewide criminal records. Local agencies like Inyo County Sheriff compile their own summaries under Penal Code Section 13300. These can be released if doing so enhances public safety.

You can review your own criminal record through the DOJ Record Review process. This requires fingerprints at a Live Scan location. The fee is $25. You get a complete summary of arrests and convictions on file. If errors exist, you can challenge them through the Record Review Unit. This ensures Inyo County arrest records in state databases stay accurate for background checks.

Inyo County Jail

The jail operates in Independence serving Inyo County for all adult bookings. Men and women are housed in separate areas. Booking happens any time when arrests occur. Processing includes fingerprints, photos, and medical screening. Staff enter all information into the jail management system that feeds the CrimeGraphics database.

Inmates can make phone calls using the jail phone system. Calls are monitored and recorded except calls to attorneys. Family members can set up prepaid accounts to receive calls. Mail is allowed but goes through security screening. Photos and letters are acceptable. Packages are not permitted. Check the jail rules before sending anything to someone in Inyo County custody.

Visiting happens on scheduled days and times. Check the CrimeGraphics portal or call the jail to confirm the schedule. Visitors must follow dress codes and behavior rules. Bring valid ID when you visit. Registration may be required before your first visit to the Inyo County jail.

Court Records in Inyo County

The Inyo County Superior Court handles criminal cases after arrest. The courthouse sits in Independence. You can search case information through the court website. Dockets show charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. Some records are sealed or confidential. Most adult criminal cases are public once filed with the court in Inyo County.

The District Attorney prosecutes crimes in Inyo County. Their office keeps files on active cases. You can request public records from the DA through standard channels. The Public Defender represents people who cannot afford private attorneys. Both offices work out of the courthouse complex in Independence. They handle cases that begin with arrests shown in the police blotter for Inyo County.

For people sent to state prison, use the CDCR inmate search instead of county resources. State inmates are no longer in county custody. The CIRIS database tracks prison locations and release dates. County jails hold people awaiting trial or serving short sentences. Longer sentences get served in state facilities after transfer from Inyo County.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Inyo County. Each has its own sheriff office and jail system with separate booking records and inmate search tools.