Redwood City, CA San Mateo County Correctional Facility (Maguire Correctional Facility) View
San Mateo County Correctional Facility, also known as Maguire Correctional Facility, is a county jail in Redwood City, California. It is operated by the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office Corrections Division. The facility generally holds adults who have been booked into county custody, including pretrial detainees awaiting court proceedings and people serving county jail sentences. It also may hold individuals awaiting transfer, release, or other court-ordered action. As part of the local justice system, the facility supports booking, detention, court appearances, inmate housing, and release processing for law enforcement agencies and courts in San Mateo County.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at San Mateo County Correctional Facility (Maguire Correctional Facility)
Members of the public can look for someone in custody by using the official inmate search link available on this page for the facility’s roster. County jail rosters typically list the person’s name, booking date, assigned charges, custody status, bail information when available, and upcoming court details if posted. Records usually become searchable after booking and classification steps are completed, which can take several hours. A newly booked person may not appear immediately, and information can change as court orders, releases, or transfers are processed. If the online search does not show the person, check again later or contact the facility or San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office for custody information.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at San Mateo County Correctional Facility (Maguire Correctional Facility)?
Visits are usually scheduled in advance and may be offered in person, by video, or both depending on current facility rules. Check the official visitation instructions before going, because hours, appointment rules, and housing-unit access can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting San Mateo County Correctional Facility (Maguire Correctional Facility)?
Visitors generally need a valid government-issued photo ID and must follow dress code and conduct rules. Do not bring prohibited items into the facility, and expect security screening before the visit.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates usually cannot receive incoming personal calls, but they may be able to place outgoing calls through the approved phone provider. Video visits, if available, normally require an account, scheduling, and compliance with facility rules.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Mail should include the inmate’s full legal name and booking or inmate number if available. Use the mailing address and rules provided by the facility, and avoid sending cash, prohibited items, or materials that violate mail guidelines.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary allows eligible inmates to buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to deposit funds through the approved payment system, subject to limits and fees.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at San Mateo County Correctional Facility (Maguire Correctional Facility)?
Bail is generally set by the court or by the county bail schedule, depending on the charge and case status. To post bail or bond, confirm the current amount and accepted payment methods with the facility or the court before making arrangements.
What happens during the intake process at San Mateo County Correctional Facility (Maguire Correctional Facility) and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, record booking information, review charges, screen for medical and safety needs, and assign housing. Online records may take several hours to appear because processing must be completed before the information is searchable.