Richmond Jail – West County Detention Facility

General Information

Richmond Jail
aka “West County Detention Facility” Jail
5555 Giant Highway
Richmond, CA 94806
(510) 262-4200
(510) 262-4210
Richmond Jail Bail Bonds

W.C.D.F. or the West County Detention Facility is a direct supervision, medium-security jail operated by the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Department. The West County Jail in Richmond is the county’s primary women’s jail.

It houses those sentenced inmates who do not qualify for the county’s other sentenced facilities or “special needs” populations. 

W.C.D.F is a temporary holding facility only. If you are considering bailing out an inmate from the jail, we recommend that you contact us as soon as the inmate is arrested as defendants may be transferred to the Martinez Jail.

Visiting Instructions

Inmates can accept visitors everyday, except Wednesdays and Thursdays

Hours are 10:30 a.m, 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. For more information call (510) 262-4200.

• Inmates are responsible for scheduling and notifying visitors of the appointment time and date.
• Only 3 visitors per inmate are allowed
• Inmates are allowed (2) 30-minute non-contact visits per week.
• Visitors must arrive on time for the visit, otherwise, the visit may be cancelled.
• Visitors must have a valid California I.D. or Drivers License with photograph.
• Children of walking age are also considered visitors.
• Visitors must be over 18. A minor is allowed if accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
• All pockets MUST be empty in order to enter the facility.
• Visitors are allowed to enter with only one key – all other items are prohibited.
• Lockers are located in the entrance to help store any personal belongings.
• Conservative clothing is strictly enforced.

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