LOS ANGELES, CA Los Angeles MDC View
Los Angeles MDC, also known as the Metropolitan Detention Center Los Angeles, is a federal detention facility in Los Angeles, California, operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. It primarily holds federal pretrial detainees, inmates awaiting court proceedings, and people in transit or awaiting sentencing or transfer. The facility serves the federal court system in the Los Angeles area rather than functioning as a county jail. It supports the justice process by securely housing people in federal custody and coordinating with courts, the U.S. Marshals Service, and other federal agencies.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at Los Angeles MDC
Members of the public can look up people held here using the official inmate search link available on this page. Federal facilities generally use an inmate locator rather than a daily county jail roster. Search results typically list the person’s name, register number, age, sex, release date or custody status, and facility location; booking date or charge details may be limited and may need to be confirmed through the court. New custody records may take several hours to become searchable after intake, so a person may not appear immediately after arrest or transfer. If no record appears, try again later or contact the facility for general guidance.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at Los Angeles MDC?
Visits are usually scheduled under facility rules and may require advance approval on the inmate’s visiting list. Check the current visiting schedule, rules, and any appointment requirements before traveling.
What do I need to bring when visiting Los Angeles MDC?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, state ID, passport, or military ID. Bring only approved items, because personal property, phones, bags, and other items may be restricted.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming calls, but they may place approved outgoing calls through the facility phone system. Video or electronic communication options depend on current facility policy and the inmate’s custody status.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full committed name and register number when addressing mail. Mail is inspected, and items such as cash, contraband, Polaroid-style photos, and unauthorized materials are usually not accepted.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit funds through approved payment methods, but limits and processing times can apply.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at Los Angeles MDC?
For federal cases, release conditions or bond are set by the federal court, not by the facility. If bond is allowed, follow the instructions from the court clerk, defense attorney, or U.S. Marshals Service for how and where to post it.
What happens during the intake process at Los Angeles MDC and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff confirm identity, process custody paperwork, conduct screening, assign housing, and enter records into the system. Search records may take several hours to update, so the inmate may not appear online right away.