(619) 719-1087Quick Summary Las Colinas Detention Facility is the primary intake center for female inmates in San Diego County. The facility has a capacity of 1,280 inmates and emphasizes rehabilitation through academic, vocational, and reentry programs. Las Colinas offers in-person and video visitation options, with specific scheduling and dress code guidelines. Communication with inmates can be
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George F. Bailey Detention Facility: Full Facility Guide
Quick Summary The George F. Bailey Detention Facility is the largest maximum-security facility operated by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, with a capacity of 1,380 inmates. In Otay Mesa, GBDF offers in-person and video visitation options with specific scheduling and dress code guidelines. Communication with inmates can be maintained through phone calls, emails, letters,
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California Self-Defense Laws Explained
Quick Summary Self-defense in California means using reasonable force to protect yourself, someone else, or your property from immediate harm. The force must match the threat faced, and your belief in the danger must be reasonable. In very specific situations, deadly force is permissible, but only under strict conditions. Special provisions like the Castle Doctrine
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California Felony Sentencing Guidelines: What You Need to Know
Quick Summary Understanding California’s felony sentencing guidelines is critical for individuals facing felony charges. Key aspects include the differences between determinate and indeterminate sentencing, the impact of aggravating and mitigating factors, and the role of sentencing hearings. Special considerations such as sentence enhancements, the Realignment Act, and the Three Strikes Law significantly influence sentencing outcomes.
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How to Find and Contact an Inmate in California
Quick Summary To contact a resident in a California correctional facility you first have to identify the type of facility as each has distinct procedures. Use the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) Inmate Locator for state prisons and check sheriff’s department websites for local and county jails. To send mail to a resident,
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