Todd Road Jail – Santa Paula, CA

Todd Road Jail is located in Ventura County and is the main jail for the region. Do you know someone in jail at Todd Road Jail? This site tells you about everything you might need to know about Todd Road Jailsuch as the following: Learn how to locate an inmate. Find mugshots. The jail’s phone number and address. Bail and how to get out of jail. Booking and intake procedures. Court information. And more…

The chance of going to jail is a scary and stressful thought, not only for the person who gets locked up, but also that person’s family, friends, and loved ones. This guide is meant to give you all the information and advice that you’ll need to make getting locked up easier. If you have specific questions, just ask it in the comment section below, and please leave any comments or tips that might help other people in the same situation is much appreciated.

Do you have a family member or friend in jail and don’t know how to contact them?

Do you know a family member or friend that’s been arrested and you don’t know how to find out what jail they’re in?

To search who’s in jail at Todd Road Jail you should visit their web site and use the inmate search.

The Todd Road Jail Inmate List has information on persons who have been arrested and are in jail, including status, how much their bail is, and times you can visit. You can also get information for anyone arrested and booked or discharged in the past 24 hours. Jail inmates are shown in alphabetical order by last name. You’ll be able to get their inmate information faster if you’ve got the arrestee’s first and last name, birth date, or arrest number.

If the person you are looking for could possibly be at another county jail you should check our California county jail guide: California County Jails Directory

A mugshot, also known as a booking photo, is a photo taken by the police when you are booked into jail. They will take one and a side-view photo. Your full name and jail ID number will be in the photos, and they are kept on file at the jail.

Mugshots of Todd Road Jail prisoners can be found on the website, or you can go in person to the Todd Road Jail. When you search for mugshots on the website you will have to enter the person’s full name, and the booking date, if you know it.

Are you trying to have your mugshot taken down from the Todd Road Jail site? This can be tricky, since the mugshot is a public record. To get your mugshot removed you have to file a Petition to Expunge with the court. Basically, this means that all of your arrest records will be sealed, so no one will be able to see them. Unfortunately, this happens very rarely.

Read our in-depth tutorial about getting your mugshot taken down, the many different mugshot sites, and the mugshot removal websites: How To Remove Your Mugshot from the Internet

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If you’re incarcerated, your primary thought is about when you get out. After you’ve been booked, your bail amount is decided by a special judge called a magistrate. If there is no bail set this might mean that you will either be free to go until your trial, or you have to stay in jail until your trial.

If you do bail out you must agree to be there for your court date, and until then you won’t be allowed to leave the county.

Usually, a prisoner can earn early release in exchange for good behavior when they follow the rules and conduct themselves properly while they’re in jail.

If you do exhibit good behavior and the jail believes you can be trusted, you may be allowed to do work release. You will have to stay jail each day after work, or you might be allowed to move to a halfway house instead of jail.

Your bail is money that you have to pay to be released from jail until you go to court. Your bail amount is determined by the seriousness of your crime. Someone you know will need to put up ten percent of the total that was set in order to get discharged from jail. If you miss your scheduled court date, whoever paid your bail won’t get their money back.

To find out someone’s bail amount you need to call the jail or the county courthouse. If know the person’s information, including name, address and date of birth, they will let you know what their bail is set at. Also, you can check their bail amount and status on the jail website.

Posting bail to get out of jail is never fun, but most of the time, it is really easy if you have the money. First of all, figure out if it is a “Cash Bond Only” situation. If it is, you can’t get a bondsman. They only accept cash at the jail, so you have to take cash – they will not take checks. As soon as you’ve paid the bail bond, the prisoner will be released into your care. If they don’t violate the terms of their bail, you will get this money back.

If the amount of bail set is large, or you just can’t afford it, you should try to hire a bail bondsman. Bail bondsmen usually charge a fee of 10-15% of the total amount of bail set by the magistrate, and usually have a minimum of $100. This money will not be returned to you and bondsmen usually only accept cash. If bail is very large, the bail bondsman will usually require that they use your assets as collateral.

To contact a local bail bondsman click here: How to find a bail bondsman

Have you ever used the services of bail bondsman either for yourself, a family member or friend? If you have, leave a comment below and tell your story, and let us know how it worked out.

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In the state of California the amount of bail you pay is pre-determined using by the California Felony Bail Schedule, but the magistrate or judge has the ultimate say on you bail amount. The California Felony Bail Schedule lists every crime included in state law and the exact bail amount for each of the crimes.

• Time Off For Good Behavior
• Work Release
• Time Served
• Pre-Trial Release Programs
• Get Released on House Arrest
• Get Released on Your Own Recognizance

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The intake procedure takes you through each of the following steps:

• You will get put in a holding cell. If the jail is really busy, it will take a while to get processed.
• First, will have to answer some basic questions, like your full name, address, birth date and an emergency contact.
• You will also be asked about your medical and psychological history.
• You’ll be given an inmate number.
• You will get fingerprinted.
• They will take your mugshot.
• Any personal property you have will be taken from you and stored until you are released.
• They will allow you to use the phone in order to talk to a member of your family, friend, or bail bondsman.
• If they expect that you will make bail and be released quickly, you will be allowed to keep wearing street clothes, otherwise you will be given a jail uniform – the jumpsuit.

Have you ever been booked into jail? If you have, please tell us what happened. How long did it take to get through intake? How were you treated? Do you have any secrets that will help others to get through the process?

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Once you are able to post bail, you will be allowed to go home after you get discharged. This process takes between 15 minutes to all day. In simple terms, the faster you can post bail, the faster you can get out of jail. Also, how fast you get released can depend on whether or not you’ve been given a cash bond or if the judge has to figure out your bail amount. For minor charges, you will get booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. When you get to the end of your sentence and know the release date, you should plan to be discharged between 9am and noon.

If the police have a, or if you must start a jail sentence, you really should follow the law and turn yourself in. If you have a warrant, go down to the jail reception area, and tell them that believe that there could be an outstanding warrant for your arrest. A record check will be run, and if you do, you will be taken into jail custody. If you have a jail sentence to serve, report to the jail at the exact time and date that the sentence order requires you to. Ensure that you get don’t get there late, or they may decide to arrest you. Be sure to only bring required items when you go, like your driver’s license or even photo ID, any prescription medication you might take, as well as an official sentencing order.

In order to have visitors, inmates have to give each visitor’s name to the jail in advance of any visit. Your visitor’s names will go into the log for the requesting inmate. Each visitor must provide acceptable photo identification when visiting an inmate. Any visitors showing up late or without a visiting order will not be allowed to visit the inmate.
The Todd Road Jail visitation procedures are always changing, so review the official Todd Road Jail jail site before you visit an inmate.

All phone calls from jail are collect calls or through a pre-paid phone account. Phone calls made in jail are usually more expensive than regular phone calls. There are certain restrictions about when and how often you can use the phone, but bear in mind lots of people want to use the phone – so you have to share. If you break the rules, an inmate’s phone privileges might get reduced or totally denied.

The Todd Road Jail phone number is: 805-933-8501

All inmate mail is required to be mailed using the US Postal Service. You cannot use any other form of mail delivery. You should print the person’s name, inmate ID, and jail address on the envelope. Do not mail anything in a package, padded envelope, bag, or an envelope containing metal parts. All mail received by the jail is opened and read by the jail officers, and the mail will be returned if the jail decides it is inappropriate.

Use this address when sending a letter to someone incarcerated at Todd Road Jail:

Todd Road Jail
600 South Todd Road
Santa Paula, CA 93060

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Todd Road Jail
600 South Todd Road
Santa Paula, CA 93060

The mail policy at Todd Road Jail changes frequently, so it would be best to review the the Todd Road Jail website when you send a letter to an inmate there.

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If you have been arrested, you should know you still have rights, one of these being the right to request an attorney. You are only allowed to make so many phone calls in jail, so make sure you have a friend or family member locate an attorney when you talk to them. You might be asking yourself ‘but do I really need a lawyer’ You’re not required to have an attorney in all cases, a criminal lawyer can advise you of your rights, help protect your interests and guide you through the legal system. The faster you hire a lawyer to represent you and work on your charges, the better your chances.

For more information on this, visit: Find a Lawyer

If you are in trouble, but can’t afford an attorney, a Public Defender will be assigned to you. Also, the Public Defender’s Office has a number of staff such as independent investigators, forensics experts and social case workers. You should be reassured that Public Defenders are bona-fide lawyers, members of the State Bar and are fully licensed to practice law in California.

Have you ever had to use a Public Defender? Are you satisfied with how they handled your case and represented you in court?

Court records are a matter of public record. They have a court case file with a docket and all documents that have been filed in your case. You, and anyone else, can access court records with the online service, or at the Ventura County Clerk of Court.

The Clerk of Court is an officer of the court who manages court records. The Clerk of Court also administer the oath for anyone testifying in court, and also read the court verdict when the jury has finished deliberations. All court records related to your case are kept at the Ventura County Clerk of Court.

Court costs and court fees are the costs associated with your case, which include filing fees, motion fees and various court charges. If you can’t afford to pay these fees and have a Public Defender, you can get a waiver for these fees and won’t have to pay them.

The magistrate is the person that will preside over your case. Magistrates are judges that do different tasks, which include setting your bail amount, issuing warrants for arrest, and acting as the presiding judge over preliminary court proceedings and detention hearings.

A pre-sentencing report is put together with your background information and details of the defendant’s life and public history, which the magistrate will review and take into account when deciding on the sentence. Information and personal details will be requested from the person on trial, the defendant’s family, and if necessary the victim of the crime. Remember you are allowed to ask to receive a copy of the report before you are sentenced, and make sure that you go over it and correct any mistakes in it.

After you are convicted of a crime, you will then get sentenced. The judge will have several different options when sentencing you, including community service to probation, to incarceration in either jail (short term) or prison (long term). Depending on the severity of the crime, you might get immediately taken into custody, or you could get a date to report to jail to do your time.

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Are you trying to find out if some you know is currently in jail, or has gone to jail in the past?

This is pretty simple to do, just you will have to access the jail website and do an inmate search, and search using:

• Their name.
• Birth date.
• Approximate booking date.
• or inmate ID.

If you’re not sure if this person is in jail, you can also call the jail find out if they’ve been arrested.

If you think you have a warrant out for your arrest, you can check the arrest warrants on the Ventura County jail website or you can call the jail directly. You have to have their first and last name. Or, you can just go down to the jail and inquire at the information desk. Bear in mind that if there is a warrant for your arrest, you will be taken into custody immediately.

If you know a person’s name, and the date of their arrest, contact the jail, on the phone, go there in person, or you can check online. Records of arrests are a matter of public record and this information is freely available.

A Civil Process is when you are served with legal papers, such as court orders. You can access civil process orders by going to the Ventura County Sheriff’s office, on their website or by phone.

All registered sex offenders have to be registered and listed on a sex offender database. Those listed on these databases have been convicted in a court of law of a sex offense. You are able to view these offenders on the internet, but bear in mind that you will not get the street address, rather the address block of the address that they registered.

Court Records are public records and available to anyone. They include a court case file that includes a docket sheet and all documents filed in your court case. You can access the court records on the internet, or at the Ventura County Clerk of Court where the case was filed.

Every state maintains records of a person’s criminal background. These online databases are connected and you can track criminal histories from any other state. You can go to county courthouse and check in person, or you can check online. It is helpful to know the county, and if it was in a totally different state, you might have to pay a fee for a more complete search.

A criminal records search you will find out if someone has been arrested, charged, or convicted for crimes, which include:

• Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
• Drug Possession.
• Kidnapping.
• Rape or other sexual assault.
• Violent crimes.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

If you do a criminal records check, you will not find if that person has had:

• Tickets for speeding.
• Lost their driver’s license or license revoked or suspended.
• Any accidents.
• Minor infractions or moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To get this information, you must do a search for their driving history.

Have you ever had to search for criminal records of someone you know? Was it a difficult process? Did you do your search online or did you call the Ventura County courthouse? Was the information correct? There are lots of reasons that people search for criminal records and backgrounds, and your account may help other people that are in the same situation.

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Most Wanted

On a Federal level, the FBI has a listing of the Top Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Ventura County, the Ventura County Sheriff has a list of most wanted criminals, too.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List

Ventura County Top Ten Most Wanted List: Link


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

Just the thought of being incarcerated in the Ventura County jail is no fun, you will soon get accustomed to the daily routine there. You should expect an alarm for wake-up at 6:00am, and next you’ll have roll call. After roll call you will get breakfast. Following breakfast you will work in the work program or other activity that you are assigned. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Todd Road Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Todd Road Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The procedure to send funds to someone in jail is likely to change, so you should review the official Todd Road Jail site when send money to someone in jail there.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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News and Media

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Photos / Pictures

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Todd Road Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Todd Road Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

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Requirements:

• You have to be over the age of 21.
• You have to possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You have to be a US Citizen.
• You have to pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You have to pass a drug test.
• You have to have a good level of fitness.
• You have to be in good health.
• You have to have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• The right to protection from the accused.
• The right to notification.
• The right to attend proceedings.
• The right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• The right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• The right to restitution.
• The right to a speedy trial.
• The right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever been incarcerated in this jail? Do you know anybody that is an inmate there? Have you ever visited an inmate at this jail?

If your answer is yes, then we would like you to tell us about it. Write about what you experienced because other people can learn what to expect.

Things you can write in what you write:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail, yard and pod layout and facility
• Jail staff and Guards
• Food and commissary
• Visitation Days
• The other inmates – what are they like?
• Safety
• Jail gangs
• Programs and activities


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Tell Your Story

Everbody that’s been incarcerated has some stories about their time ‘inside’. How’d you get locked up? Did you get fair treatment? How was day to day life at Todd Road Jail? Tell us about the other inmates. How did going to jail affect your life?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Did you meet some cool folks in jail? Trying to say wassup to someone from jail? Leave a message for them here.

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Links and Resources

Main Todd Road Jail Website
Todd Road Jail Inmate Search
Todd Road Jail Mugshots
Todd Road Jail Bail Amount Link

California Bail Schedule

Todd Road Jail Visitation Procedures
Todd Road Jail Jail Mail Policy Link
Todd Road Jail Inmate Inquiry Link
Todd Road Jail Warrant Inquiry
Todd Road Jail Arrest Lookup
Todd Road Jail Send Money Procedure
Todd Road Jail Employment


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