Mendocino County Inmate Search & Jail Booking Roster
Search current detainees, recent bookings, bail bond details, visitation rules, and facility contacts in Mendocino County, California.
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1. Current Inmate Booking Roster
Source Agency Roster →Showing 205 active custody records for Mendocino County · Read on Sep 05, 2026 15:11 UTC
Records displayed below are gathered from publicly published local agency rosters and do not constitute an official certified court record. An arrest or booking does not indicate guilt or conviction; all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. · Source: Primary Agency Registry →
| Name | Booked | Charges | Status |
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APPIER, DAVID VICTOR
41 · MALE #2024-00003700
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06 Nov 2024 |
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In custody
$30,000 (Bail Bond); $25,000 (Bail Bond)
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PINKHAM, FLETCHER ROSS
42 · MALE #2024-00000579
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20 Feb 2024 |
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In custody
$1,000,000 (Bail Bond)
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JOAQUIN, LEE ANTHONY
36 · MALE #2023-00001359
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26 Apr 2023 |
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In custody
$830,000 (Bail Bond); $5,000 (Bail Bond)
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HILL, CHRISTOPHER FRANKLIN
23 · NON-BINARY #2022-00003405
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03 Oct 2022 |
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In custody
$800,000 (Bail Bond)
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STEELE, EDWARD TWOFEATHERS
36 · MALE #2022-00002637
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04 Aug 2022 |
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In custody
$5,000 (Bail Bond); $375,000 (Bail Bond)
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2. Jail Facility Information
Key physical location and contact channels for Mendocino County detention facilities.
3. How to Search for an Inmate in Mendocino County
Standard public record intake lookup procedures and timing notes.
To locate an individual detained in Mendocino County, follow standard public record intake search procedures:
- Online Booking Roster: Search the roster table above using the inmate’s full legal first and last name.
- Verify Booking Details: Review the booking date, charges, assigned booking number, and bond status.
- Intake Phone Verification: If the individual was arrested recently (within the last 2 to 6 hours), they may still be undergoing central intake and booking processing before appearing on the public index.
4. Bail & Bond Release Information
Bail payment methods and posting requirements for Mendocino County.
Bail amounts in Mendocino County are established by judicial bail schedules or set by a magistrate judge during an initial appearance arraignment.
5. Commissary & Inmate Account Deposits
Funding inmate accounts for phone time, hygiene, and commissary.
Detainees in Mendocino County can use funds deposited into their commissary trust accounts to purchase hygiene products, approved snacks, writing materials, and postage.
- Online Electronic Deposits: Available through authorized payment processors.
- Lobby Kiosks: Self-service kiosks located in the detention facility public lobby accepting cash and credit/debit cards.
- Money Orders: Must be made payable to the inmate with their assigned booking number. Personal checks are not accepted.
6. Inmate Mail & Phone Communication Rules
Mailing guidelines and telephone policies for Mendocino County.
All incoming correspondence is inspected for contraband by facility security staff prior to delivery.
Mendocino County Jail
951 Low Gap Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482
Prohibited items: cash, stamps, stickers, glitter, perfumed paper, polaroid photos, and packages without prior authorization.
7. Visitation Rules & Scheduling
In-person and video visitation guidelines in Mendocino County.
Visitation policies in Mendocino County require advance registration. Visitors must be on the inmate’s approved visitor list.
8. Courthouse & Case Docket Records
Clerk of court filings, hearing schedules, and case records.
Formal criminal charges, arraignment schedules, and court case dockets for individuals arrested in Mendocino County are maintained by the local Clerk of Court.
9. Surrounding & Regional County Jails
If an individual cannot be located in Mendocino County, check custody records in nearby jurisdictions:
10. Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions regarding Mendocino County jail rosters, booking procedures, and records.
How do I search for someone in Mendocino County custody?
To locate an inmate detained in Mendocino County, use the custody roster directory above or check the primary detention facility portal. You will generally need the individual's full legal name and date of birth or booking number to verify current housing status.
What information is needed to locate an inmate?
At minimum, the individual's legal first and last name is required. Having additional identifiers such as their date of birth, booking number, or arrest date ensures faster and more accurate verification.
How does bail and bond posting work in Mendocino County?
Bail is established according to the local judicial bond schedule or determined by a judge during an initial arraignment hearing. Bail can typically be posted in cash directly at the jail bonding window or through a state-licensed bail bond surety agent.
How do I deposit money into an inmate's commissary account?
Funds can generally be added to an inmate's commissary account online via approved electronic payment providers, through electronic kiosks in the facility lobby, or by mailing a postal money order clearly marked with the inmate's full name and booking ID.
What are the rules for sending mail to an inmate?
Incoming mail must be addressed with the inmate's full legal name and booking ID, accompanied by a complete return address. Letters must be on plain paper; contraband, polaroids, stickers, cash, and scented items are strictly prohibited by facility security.
How do inmate phone calls and communications work?
Detainees cannot receive incoming phone calls. Inmates may place outbound collect calls or use prepaid calling accounts set up by family members through the facility's contracted inmate telephone service provider.
What are the general rules for visiting an inmate in Mendocino County?
Visitors must be on the inmate's pre-approved visitor list and present valid, unexpired government-issued photo identification (such as a driver's license or passport). Minors must be accompanied by an adult legal guardian.
How do I find court hearing dates for someone arrested in Mendocino County?
Court dates, case dockets, and scheduled appearances are maintained by the Mendocino County Clerk of Court. Case records can be looked up through the county court docket search or by contacting the clerk's criminal division.
Is inmate arrest and booking information a matter of public record?
Yes. Under state open records statutes and Freedom of Information laws, criminal arrest logs and detention rosters are public records unless sealed or expunged by formal judicial court order.
What should I do if an indexed public record has an error or has been expunged?
If your criminal case was dismissed, sealed, or expunged, or if you wish to request record removal from our directory index, please submit documentation via our Record Removal Request page.
11. Data Source & Directory Disclaimers
This directory compiles public custody data from published agency sources in Mendocino County, California. This website is an independent directory and is not affiliated with any law enforcement or government department.
FCRA Notice: We are not a Consumer Reporting Agency under 15 U.S.C. § 1681. Information may not be used for employment, housing, or credit decisions. To submit a removal request for sealed or expunged records, visit our Record Removal Request page.
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