Vacaville, CA California State Prison (SOL) View
California State Prison, Solano (SOL) is a California state correctional facility in Vacaville, Solano County. It is operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR). The facility primarily houses sentenced adult male inmates who have been committed to state prison, rather than people held only for local pretrial detention. Its role is to provide secure custody, supervision, and correctional programming for inmates serving state sentences as part of California’s prison system. Local arrests, short-term holding, and most pretrial cases are generally handled by county jail facilities and the courts before any transfer to state prison.
Contact and Location Information
How to Find an Inmate at California State Prison (SOL)
To find an inmate at the facility, use the official inmate search link available on this page. State and jail search systems typically list the person’s name, identification number, custody location, admission or booking date, custody status, and sometimes case or charge information. Records are not always searchable immediately after a person is processed. Intake, identification, and data entry can take several hours, and transfers between agencies can also delay updates. If the person was recently arrested in Solano County, check the county jail search first; if the person was sentenced to state prison, use the CDCR inmate locator or the official search link for this facility.
FAQs
How do I visit an inmate at California State Prison (SOL)?
Visits are usually scheduled through the state prison visiting system, and visitors must be approved before they can visit. Check the official visiting rules for the facility because days, times, and allowed visit types can change.
What do I need to bring when visiting California State Prison (SOL)?
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID and follow the dress code and property rules. Do not bring prohibited items, and arrive early enough for security screening.
How do I make phone or video calls with an inmate?
Inmates generally cannot receive incoming calls, but they may be able to place approved outgoing calls using the facility’s phone service provider. Video calling, if available, must usually be scheduled and funded through the approved vendor.
How do I send mail to an inmate?
Use the inmate’s full name, CDCR number if known, housing information if required, and the facility mailing address. Mail is screened, and items such as cash, contraband, or materials that violate rules may be rejected.
How does the commissary work?
Commissary lets inmates buy approved items such as snacks, hygiene products, and writing supplies. Family or friends may be able to add funds through the approved deposit system, subject to limits and fees.
How is bail set and how do I post bond at California State Prison (SOL)?
Because this is a state prison, inmates here are generally serving sentences and are not usually eligible for bail through the facility. Bail and bond matters are handled by the court and county jail before sentencing or transfer to state custody.
What happens during the intake process at California State Prison (SOL) and when will the inmate appear in the system?
During intake, staff verify identity, review records, assign housing, complete health and security screening, and enter information into the system. It can take several hours or longer for records to appear online, especially after a transfer or recent processing.