Lerdo Detention Facilities
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- Not available
- Established
- Not available
- Operated By
- Kern County Sheriff's Department
Lerdo Detention Facilities Inmate Communication Overview
The Lerdo detention facilities in Bakersfield are operated by the Kern County Sheriff's Department and form the county's main jail complex, with separate pre-trial, maximum-medium, and minimum-security facilities on the Lerdo grounds. Together they house pretrial detainees and sentenced inmates for Kern County.
Securus Technologies handles the inmate phone system, video visitation, email and texting, and digital letters across the Lerdo facilities. SecureView tablet rentals are also available: inmates can make calls directly from the tablets, use eMessaging for text-based messages and pictures, and access education, entertainment, and facility services. The county's own orientation materials route inmate mail through the Securus Digital Mail Center.
Because the Lerdo complex includes several separate facilities, families should confirm exactly which Lerdo facility their loved one is in before setting up accounts, since schedules and procedures can differ. One funded Securus account covers calls, messages, and video visits across the complex.
Communication Options
Available communication services at Lerdo Detention Facilities.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: Securus
eMessaging through Securus, including text-based messages and pictures. Fee based. SecureView tablets also support messaging.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: Securus
Video visitation through Securus. Schedule in advance. Inmates can also make video calls from rented SecureView tablets.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: Securus
Pictures can be sent through Securus eMessaging, subject to jail content rules.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: Securus
Inmate-initiated calls through the Securus phone system, from unit phones or SecureView tablets. All calls are recorded and monitored.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Deposit options are not confirmed on the available sources. Check the Kern County Sheriff's detentions pages before sending funds.
Communication Providers at Lerdo Detention Facilities
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
Securus
Securus Technologies handles the phone system, video visitation, eMessaging, and digital letters at the Lerdo facilities. SecureView tablet rentals are available, and mail routes through the Securus Digital Mail Center.
View Securus ServicesCommunication Rules at Lerdo Detention Facilities
- Confirm which Lerdo facility your loved one is in (pre-trial, max-medium, or minimum) before setting up accounts.
- Set up and fund one Securus account. It covers calls, messages, and video visits across the complex.
- Schedule video visits in advance through the Securus platform.
- Send general mail through the Securus Digital Mail Center, per the county's orientation materials.
- All calls, messages, and video visits are recorded and monitored, except privileged attorney calls.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Lerdo Detention Facilities
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- Which company handles communication at the Lerdo facilities?
- Securus Technologies handles the inmate phone system, video visitation, email and texting, and digital letters. SecureView tablet rentals are also available for calls, eMessaging, and more.
- How do video visits work?
- Video visitation runs through Securus and is scheduled in advance. Inmates with rented SecureView tablets can also make video calls directly from the tablet.
- Can I message an inmate?
- Yes. Securus eMessaging supports text-based messages and pictures on a fee basis. Fund your Securus account to send messages.
- Where do I send mail to an inmate?
- General mail routes through the Securus Digital Mail Center for Kern County, per the Sheriff's orientation materials. Follow the county's mail instructions for the correct addressing.
- How do I send money to an inmate?
- Deposit options are not confirmed on the available sources. Check the Kern County Sheriff's detentions pages for the current approved deposit method.
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