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About Mountain View Jail
Municipal Detention Facility
Mountain View Jail is a city jail operated by the municipal police department in California. City jails typically hold individuals for short periods following arrest, pending arraignment or transfer to county facilities.
Facility Quick Facts
- Facility Type: City/Municipal Jail
- Capacity: N/A beds
- Population: Short-term detainees
- Operated By: Local Police Department
Contact Information
How to reach inmates
Due to the short-term nature of city jail detentions, communication options may be limited. Contact the facility at 650-903-6344 for information about a specific detainee.
Visitation
Limited visiting hours
City jails may have limited or no visitation due to the temporary nature of detention. Contact the facility for current policies and visiting hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountain View Jail
You can search for inmates at Mountain View Jail by scrolling down to the 'Recent Inmates' section on this page. The table shows current inmates with their booking information, release dates, and other details.
You can also use the official California Department of Corrections inmate locator for the most up-to-date information.
The phone number for Mountain View Jail is 650-903-6344.
When calling, be prepared with the inmate's full name and booking number if available. Phone lines may be busy during peak hours, so consider calling early morning or mid-afternoon.
Mountain View Jail is located at:
1000 Villa St, Mountain View, CA 94041
Santa Clara County, California
View the driving directions section above for a map and directions to the facility, or open in Google Maps.
To visit an inmate at Mountain View Jail, you typically need to:
- Get Approved: Complete a visitor application and be added to the inmate's approved visitor list.
- Schedule a Visit: Most facilities require appointments. Contact the facility or use the online scheduling system if available.
- Follow Dress Code: Wear appropriate clothing - no revealing attire, gang-related colors, or clothing similar to inmate uniforms.
- Bring Valid ID: A government-issued photo ID is required for all visitors.
Contact the facility at 650-903-6344 for specific visitation hours and rules, or visit our complete visitation guide.
Mountain View Jail is classified as:
- Security Level: City Jail - Medium
- Facility Type: Adult
- Location: Santa Clara County, California
This facility is operated under the jurisdiction of the California corrections system.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate at Mountain View Jail:
- Online: Use services like JPay, GTL, or Access Corrections (depending on the facility's provider).
- Money Order: Send a money order by mail to the facility's designated address.
- Lobby Kiosk: Some facilities have kiosks in the lobby for depositing funds.
- Phone: Call the facility's commissary service to deposit by phone.
Always include the inmate's full name and ID number. Contact the facility at 650-903-6344 for specific deposit instructions and accepted methods.
To receive phone calls from an inmate at Mountain View Jail:
- Set Up an Account: Create an account with the facility's phone service provider (commonly GTL, Securus, or ICSolutions).
- Add Funds: Deposit money into your account to cover call costs.
- Be on the Approved List: Your phone number must be on the inmate's approved calling list.
- Accept Collect Calls: Be prepared to accept the call when it comes through.
For more detailed instructions, visit our complete inmate calling guide.
To send mail to an inmate at Mountain View Jail:
Address Format:
[Inmate Full Name], [Inmate ID]
Mountain View Jail
1000 Villa St, Mountain View, CA 94041
Important Guidelines:
- Use white paper and blue or black ink only
- Include your full return address
- Do not include stickers, glitter, or perfume
- Photos may be limited - check facility rules
For complete mail guidelines, visit our guide to sending mail to inmates.
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