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Find a Butte County Jail Inmate and Confirm Current Custody
If you are trying to find someone arrested in Oroville, Chico, Paradise, Gridley, Biggs or another part of Butte County, start with the Butte County Sheriff’s Office booking logs. One important limitation is easy to miss: the county publishes dated booking logs, not a continuously searchable live roster showing everyone who is still inside the jail.
The practical route is therefore: check the official booking log for the arrest period, identify the correct person and inmate number, then call the jail if you need to know whether that person is still in custody today.
A booking or charge is not a conviction. Charges may change after filing, and a person listed in a past booking log may already have been released or transferred.
How to Search the Butte County Jail Booking Roster
What Butte County Booking Logs Can Tell You
The Sheriff’s public booking documents are useful for establishing that a person was booked during a specific period. They commonly contain the following fields:
| Record field | What it means | How to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Inmate number | Identifier used in the jail record. | Keep it when calling the jail or comparing records. |
| Inmate name | Name under which the person was booked. | Verify spelling and aliases carefully. |
| Birth date | Date of birth shown with the booking. | Useful for separating people with similar names. |
| Booking date/time | When the jail recorded the booking. | Helps connect the jail record to the correct arrest. |
| Charge code | California statute or other charge identifier. | Use the court record for the formally filed case. |
| Charge description | Short description attached to the booking charge. | Do not treat this as the final court disposition. |
| Reference number | Internal record reference associated with a charge. | May help distinguish multiple entries. |
If the Inmate Does Not Appear in the Search
A missing name does not automatically mean there was no arrest. Work through these possibilities in order:
- Booking is still being processed: a very recent arrest may not yet appear in the published weekly document.
- You selected the wrong week: check the arrest date and open the neighboring date ranges.
- Name variation: retry a legal surname, hyphenated name, middle name or known alias.
- Released after booking: the person may appear in an older log but no longer be in custody.
- Different county: confirm where the arrest actually occurred, especially near county boundaries.
- State-prison transfer: use California’s CDCR incarcerated-person search if the person has entered state custody.
- Federal custody: use the Federal Bureau of Prisons locator for federal prisoners.
- Need a live answer: call Butte County Jail at 530-552-1600.
| You need to know | Best source |
|---|---|
| Was the person recently booked in Butte County? | BCSO Booking Logs |
| Are they still in Butte County Jail? | Jail line: 530-552-1600 |
| What criminal case was filed? | Butte County Superior Court Case Search |
| Were they transferred to California state prison? | CDCR / CIRIS |
| Are they in federal prison? | Federal BOP Inmate Locator |
| Do you want release/custody notifications? | VINE |
Charges, Court Dates and Bail: Check the Right Record
The jail record and the court record answer different questions. The booking log shows what was recorded when the person entered custody. The Butte County Superior Court record is the better source for the criminal case after charges are filed.
How to check the court case
- Open the official Butte County Superior Court case search.
- Search for the person or use the case number if you already have it.
- Open the matching criminal case and compare the party information carefully.
- Review the available charges, case activity and hearing information.
- If online information is insufficient, contact the Criminal Division at 530-532-7011.
The Criminal Division handles misdemeanor and felony matters for the county at One Court Street, Oroville, CA 95965.
Bail
The Sheriff’s Corrections page states that the jail accepts cash, money orders, cashier’s checks or a bond from a licensed bail bondsman. Cashier’s checks and money orders should be payable to the specific court from which the person is being bailed out.
Butte County Jail Address and Important Numbers
| Contact | Current information | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Butte County Jail / Corrections | 530-552-1600 | Current custody, visiting, housing and jail-service questions |
| Sheriff’s Office | 530-552-5300 | General Sheriff’s Office matters |
| Records / CCW | 530-552-5200 | Records-related questions |
| ACS / SWAP | 530-538-7545 | Alternative Custody Supervision and Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program |
| Superior Court Criminal Division | 530-532-7011 | Criminal court case questions |
Sheriff / correctional complex: 5 Gillick Way, Oroville, CA 95965.
Inmate mailing address: inmate’s name, 7 Gillick Way, Oroville, CA 95965.
Note: some Sheriff’s booking documents and the October 2025 jail handbook still display the older jail number 530-538-7471. The current BCSO Contact and Corrections pages list 530-552-1600 as the jail phone number, so use the newer number first.
Butte County Jail Visitation
The Sheriff’s Corrections Division states that inmates are generally allowed two 45-minute visits per week. Main Jail times depend on the person’s housing unit, so you should first confirm where the inmate is housed.
For most Main Jail housing, visiting is scheduled on Saturday and Sunday. The North Facility/Expansion Jail schedule also lists specific NORA units, and NORA 1 has Monday, Wednesday and Friday periods.
Main Jail visiting start times
| Housing unit | Published start time(s) |
|---|---|
| A Pod | 3:45 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. |
| B Pod cells 65–68 & 73–76 | 8:15 a.m. |
| B Pod cells 69–72 & 77–80 | 9:00 a.m. |
| C Pod cells 49–52 & 57–60 | 12:45 p.m. |
| C Pod cells 53–56 & 61–64 | 1:30 p.m. |
| D Pod cells 33–36 & 41–44 | 9:45 a.m. |
| D Pod cells 37–40 & 45–48 | 10:30 a.m. |
| E Pod cells 17–20 & 25–28 | 2:15 p.m. |
| E Pod cells 21–24 & 29–32 | 3:00 p.m. |
| F Pod | 11:15 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. |
| G Pod | 8:15 a.m. or 9:00 a.m. |
| H Pod | 3:45 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. |
| J Pod | 9:45 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. |
| K Pod | 12:45 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. |
| L Pod | 2:15 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. |
| M Pod | 11:15 a.m. or 12:00 p.m. |
| West Facility Overflow | 5:15 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. |
| South Dorm | 10:30 a.m. or 11:15 a.m. |
| P, Q, T Singles | 7:30 a.m. |
| Main Jail Overflow | 4:45 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. |
| T3 / T4 / S1 | 1:00 p.m. / 3:15 p.m. / 4:00 p.m. |
Published female housing times
| Housing | Start time |
|---|---|
| R6 / R7 | 9:45 a.m. |
| W1 / W3 | 9:00 a.m. |
| W2 / W6 | 8:15 a.m. |
| Main Jail Singles P, Q, R, T, U, W | 7:30 a.m. |
| North Dorm | 1:45 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. |
| Main Jail Overflow | 4:45 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. |
North Facility / NORA schedule
| Housing | Days | Published periods |
|---|---|---|
| NORA 2 cells 14 & 16 | Sat/Sun | 7:30–8:15 a.m. |
| NORA 2 cells 15 & 17 | Sat/Sun | 8:15–9:00 a.m. |
| NORA 2 cells 18 & 21 | Sat/Sun | 9:00–9:45 a.m. |
| NORA 2 cells 19 & 22 | Sat/Sun | 9:45–10:30 a.m. |
| NORA 2 cell 20 | Sat/Sun | 10:30–11:15 a.m. |
| NORA 2 cell 23 | Sat/Sun | 11:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m. |
| NORA 2 cell 24 | Sat/Sun | 12:00–12:45 p.m. |
| NORA 2 cells 12 & 13 | Sat/Sun | 12:45–1:30 p.m. |
| NORA 3 | Sat/Sun | 1:30–2:15 p.m.; 2:15–3:00 p.m. |
| NORA 4 | Sat/Sun | 3:00–3:45 p.m.; 3:45–4:30 p.m. |
| NORA 5 | Sat/Sun | 4:30–5:15 p.m.; 5:15–6:00 p.m. |
| NORA 6 | Sat/Sun | 6:00–6:45 p.m.; 6:45–7:30 p.m. |
| NORA 1 | Mon/Wed/Fri | 7:45–8:30 a.m.; 12:00–12:45 p.m.; 5:00–5:45 p.m. |
Check the official visiting-schedule page shortly before traveling because housing assignments and jail procedures can change.
The jail also states that convicted felons are not allowed on jail premises without prior written permission from the Jail Administrator.
Send Money and Use Commissary
The Sheriff’s Corrections page directs family and friends to Access Corrections for inmate-account deposits. Deposits can also be made at the jail lobby kiosk, which the county lists as available 24 hours a day, or by calling 866-345-1884.
| Deposit | Web/app | Phone | Card kiosk | Cash kiosk |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.01–$19.99 | $4.95 | $6.95 | $4.95 | $4.00 |
| $20–$99.99 | $7.95 | $9.95 | $7.95 | $4.00 |
| $100–$199.99 | $9.95 | $11.95 | $9.95 | $4.00 |
| $200–$300 | $11.95 | $13.95 | $11.95 | $4.00 |
The jail states that an inmate can spend up to $100 per week on commissary. Money must be in the inmate’s account before 4:00 p.m. Sunday for that week’s commissary ordering.
The October 2025 inmate handbook also says an inmate may receive only one internet commissary order per week, not exceeding $100.
Verify current deposit fees and commissary rules on the Sheriff’s Corrections page before paying.
How to Send Mail to a Butte County Jail Inmate
Address regular inmate correspondence as follows:
7 Gillick Way
Oroville, CA 95965
The Sheriff’s current mail rules state that the inmate’s housing location and ID number are not necessary for normal correspondence.
Do not put these items in regular mail
- Food
- Greeting cards
- Polaroid photographs
- Stationery
- Postage stamps
- Cash or personal checks
- Stickers, labels, lipstick, perfume, unknown substances or other material considered a security risk
Incoming mail is opened and searched for security reasons. The county says mail is processed on weekdays, excluding weekends and holidays.
Newspapers, magazines, periodicals and new paperback books must come directly from an approved book supplier. The Sheriff’s published mail rules specifically state that books/packages from Amazon are not accepted and hard-covered books are not allowed.
Phone Calls, Video Visits and Secure Messages
The Sheriff’s Corrections page states that inmate telephones are generally available between 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Inmates make outgoing calls; jail staff do not accept incoming calls or take telephone messages for inmates.
| Service | Published rate / provider |
|---|---|
| Domestic inmate calls | $0.07 per minute through the Sheriff’s listed phone provider |
| Video visitation | $0.25 per minute |
| Secure email | $0.25 per message |
| Picture secure email | $2.05 per message |
The Sheriff’s page links to ICSolutions for telephone services and GettingOut for video visitation. Rates and vendor arrangements can change, so check the current Corrections page before adding funds.
Release Information and Custody Notifications
Butte County links to VINE for custody-status notifications. This can be useful when you want an alert about a change rather than repeatedly checking booking documents.
The jail’s October 2025 handbook says a person ordered released after a court appearance will be released after the paperwork is processed and only if there are no other holds. The handbook warns that processing can take up to eight hours. A person who has completely served a sentence and has no holds is normally scheduled for release between 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on the final day.
Alternative Custody Programs
Butte County operates the Sheriff’s Work Alternative Program (SWAP) and Alternative Custody Supervision (ACS) for eligible individuals. The Sheriff’s handbook explains that participation is discretionary and can depend on the current and prior charges, jail disciplinary history, a stable living environment in Butte County and past compliance with alternative-custody programs.
ACS uses electronic monitoring for qualifying participants. For current program questions, the Sheriff’s Contact page lists 530-538-7545 for ACS and SWAP.
Official Resources Worth Saving
| Resource | Use it for |
|---|---|
| BCSO Booking Logs | Recent booking names, dates and listed charges |
| Corrections Division | Jail services, money, mail, phone, bail and visitation |
| BCSO Contact | Current Sheriff’s Office and jail phone numbers |
| Visiting Schedules | Main Jail and North Facility/NORA visiting times |
| Jail Information Handbook | Detailed jail rules, services, mail, release and inmate procedures |
| Superior Court Case Search | Filed criminal case and hearing information |
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Butte County Jail Inmate Search FAQs
1. Does Butte County have an online inmate search?
Butte County publishes official BCSO booking logs by date range rather than a continuously searchable live inmate roster. Use the booking logs to find a recent booking, then call the jail at 530-552-1600 when you need current custody confirmation.
2. How do I search the Butte County Jail roster by name?
Open the official BCSO Booking Logs page, select the date range covering the arrest, open the booking document and use your browser’s Find on Page function to search the person’s legal name. Verify the birth date, inmate number and booking date before relying on the match.
3. Does appearing in a booking log mean the person is still in jail?
No. A booking log records that a booking occurred during the listed period. The person may later have been released, transferred or held under a different status. Call the jail for current custody information.
4. What is the Butte County Jail phone number?
The current Butte County Sheriff’s Office Contact and Corrections pages list the jail number as 530-552-1600. Some older or continuing jail documents also display 530-538-7471, so use 530-552-1600 first.
5. Where is Butte County Jail located?
The Sheriff’s correctional complex is listed at 5 Gillick Way, Oroville, CA 95965. Inmate correspondence should be addressed to the inmate’s name at 7 Gillick Way, Oroville, CA 95965.
6. How do I find an inmate’s court date?
Use the Butte County Superior Court Case and Calendar Information portal for the filed criminal case and hearing information. The Criminal Division is at One Court Street, Oroville, and its phone number is 530-532-7011.
7. How much visitation does a Butte County Jail inmate receive?
The Sheriff’s Corrections Division states that inmates are generally allowed two 45-minute visits per week. The exact start time depends on the housing unit, and the North Facility/NORA schedule has additional unit-specific periods.
8. How do I send money to an inmate?
The jail directs deposits to Access Corrections, a 24-hour lobby kiosk or the Access Corrections toll-free number at 866-345-1884. The Sheriff’s published fee table varies by deposit amount and payment method, so verify the current fee before paying.
9. What can I mail to a Butte County Jail inmate?
Regular letters may be sent to the inmate at 7 Gillick Way, Oroville, CA 95965. The jail does not permit items such as greeting cards, Polaroid photos, cash, personal checks, stamps or stationery in incoming regular mail. New books must follow the Sheriff’s supplier and format rules.
10. What should I do if I cannot find the person in a Butte County booking log?
Check the correct booking week and name spelling first. If the arrest was very recent, allow for processing and call the jail. If the person may have been transferred, check California CDCR for state-prison custody or the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal custody.