How do I find out if someone is in custody at the Truckee Jail?

You can search for an inmate using the Nevada County Sheriff's online jail roster at https://reports.nevcounty.net//justice/rdPage.aspx?rdReport=Sheriff.JailMediaReport. Search by name and look for the 'Current Location' abbreviation 'TKE', which indicates the inmate is being held at the Truckee facility. A Bail House bail agent is also happy to search the roster for you — call (530) 823-8340 anytime, 24/7.

Where is the Truckee Jail located?

The Truckee Jail is located at the Nevada County Sheriff's Office Eastern Division at 10879 Donner Pass Rd A, Truckee, CA 96161. The jail phone number is (530) 582-7838.

What areas does the Truckee Jail serve?

The Truckee Jail temporarily houses inmates arrested in Truckee and surrounding Eastern Nevada County communities. Generally, this includes areas as far west as Blue Canyon and as far east as the California state border, covering communities such as Donner, Soda Springs, and Loyalton.

How do I arrange a property release at the Truckee Jail?

To arrange a property release at the Truckee Jail, the arrested person must first request that the on-duty sergeant or booking officer release their property to a designated friend or family member. You will then need to visit the facility, complete the appropriate release forms, and present a valid photo ID. It is strongly recommended that you contact the jail in advance at (530) 582-7838 to confirm any additional steps or protocols before arriving.

Where do inmates exit after being released from the Truckee Jail?

Once released, inmates walk out the front door of the Sheriff's office, which is located right on the corner of the building at 10879 Donner Pass Rd A. Parking is limited, so plan accordingly. Due to the remote nature of Truckee, ride-share and taxi services may be difficult to arrange — it is recommended to wait in person until after the inmate has been officially released. A local bus service with connections to neighboring communities is available; the closest bus stop to the jail can be found at https://maps.app.goo.gl/2q8Jjj86bgXUtDpUA.

Can I visit an inmate at the Truckee Jail?

The Truckee Jail is a temporary holding facility and inmates may not be held there long-term. The facility is small with limited visitation accommodations. It is strongly recommended that you contact the jail directly at (530) 582-7838 before attempting a visit to confirm whether visitation is possible and to understand current protocols.

How quickly can a bail bond be posted at the Truckee Jail?

Bail House Bail Bonds has a local Truckee office at 11500 Donner Pass Road, Suite C — just minutes from the Truckee Jail. This allows them to offer fast bail postings at this facility, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call (530) 265-0535 for the Truckee office or (530) 823-8340 for immediate assistance.

What payment methods does Bail House accept for bail bonds in Truckee?

Bail House Bail Bonds accepts cash, verified checks, and all major credit cards. They handle both misdemeanor and felony bail bonds and are available 24/7 to serve the Truckee and Eastern Nevada County area.

Nevada City Jail - Wayne Brown Correctional Facility in Nevada County

Jail Location

925 Maidu Ave, Nevada City, CA 95959

Jail Information

Phone Number: (530) 265-1291

Nevada County Sheriff Web Page

The Wayne Brown Correctional Facility houses inmates arrested in Nevada City, and surrounding Nevada County communities. Generally speaking, if an inmate is arrested West of Blue Canyon or as far South as the Lake of the Pines, they will be housed at this location.

Contact Closest Bail Agent Now (530) 823-8340

Computer monitor displaying an example of a Nevada County online jail roster on a desk in a darkened room.

Are they in custody here?

Is your friend or family member in custody at this location? You can use the Nevada County Sheriff department's online roster to search for them. Housing location for the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility is denoted by the "Current Location" abbreviation WBCF. One of our bail agents would be happy to search the jail roster for you as well.

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Can I get property released?

At the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility, a property release may be arranged by having the arrestee make a request of the on-duty sergeant or any other officer in charge of booking at the time. You will need to fill out appropriate forms and present ID in order to complete the property release.

We highly recommend contacting the jail before hand to understand any other steps or protocols required.

Rear Entrance to the Wayne Brown Correctional Facility in Nevada City Nevada County California at night.

Where are inmates released from at the Nevada City Jail?

Generally, once an inmate is released, they will walk out the rear entrance of the Sheriff's department. The door inmates are released from can be difficult for some to find as it is around the backside of the building and not by the parking area located in front.

It may be difficult to arrange for transportation from this location via a taxi or ride-share service due to the remote nature of the community. Additionally, inmates generally will not be released after dark without a ride ready for them.

Alternatively, there is a bus service in Nevada City with connections to neighboring communities with the closest stop to the jail HERE at the nearby Nevada County Government Center. The bus does not run at night, however.

Visitation at Nevada City Jail?

We strongly recommend contacting the jail ahead of time in order to arrange visitation. Visitation is by appointment only. For more information about how to make an appointment and rules and guidelines required, you can visit the Nevada County Sheriff webpage on visitation HERE.