Gavilan Bay Jail

Brief about Gavilan Bay Jail

Gavilan Bay Jail is an Adult correctional facility with 85 beds in Salinas. You can end up here if you get sentenced for non-violent crimes such as robbery, theft, etc.

Gavilan Bay Jail plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of Salinas City residents by providing exceptional services. Salinas Sherrif department's unwavering commitment to its responsibilities ensures a secure environment for living, working, and raising a family. The Salinas Law Enforcement Department upholds safety and justice in the local community.

Facility Type and Security Level

Gavilan Bay Jail is an Adult facility with a medium level of security. You can visit only once a week during the jail's working hours.

Contact Gavilan Bay Jail Administration

Contact Number

You can reach out to the facility's administration department via the following number: 831-759-6700

Fax Documents

To Fax the required documents to the facility, you can fax 831-784-0254.

How To Contact An Inmate At Gavilan Bay Jail

Mail Inmates

You can mail inmates at the Gavilan Bay Jail addressed to:

Connect Inmates Via Phone

The Gavilan Bay Jail allows phone calls or video communication with offenders. Phone calls get managed through GTL, which requires setting up a specific account. Read our first-time phone setup guide for a hassle-free experience. It's important to note that all calls are recorded and subject to monitoring. Inmates are unable to receive calls but can make collect calls.

How to Send Money To An Inmate's Trust Fund In Gavilan Bay Jail

Sending money to an inmate's trust fund has become much easier in the last ten years. To send money to an inmate incarcerated in Gavilan Bay Jail, you can use any of the following methods:

1. Online: Send money at www.accesscorrections.com, Jpay.com, Western Union, Moneygram
2. Visiting Facility: Using Debit or Credit Card at Facility kiosks.
3. Money Order: You can send a money order by Mail (USPS only). Some facilities might require you to fill up an additional form to send a money order to the inmate's trust fund.
4. Cashiers Cheque: Send a cashier's check by mail; some facilities might require you to fill up an additional form attached in the mail.
5. Using Phone: Touch pay and Jpay allows you to send money to your inmate's trust fund. Call 1-800-574-5729 to send money through Jpay, Or use TouchPay Service by calling 1-866-232-1899. [Service fee might be applicable].

You can read our ultimate guide to sending money to an inmate or visit the Facility Website to understand the process better.

Visitation Guide For Gavilan Bay Jail

Follow the facility's visitation hours for a smooth entry. The timings are below. For updated timings, visit the Brazos County Juvenile Justice website or contact the facility at 831-759-6700.

Be Approved For Visitation

To visit an inmate, you must be on the approved visitor list. To be added to the list, you need to apply by following the instructions in our application guide. You can download the application form from the article. Once you've filled it out, you can mail or fax it to the facility for processing.

Prepare For Visitation

Visitation Rules

All visitors must produce an I.D. during the visit. Follow the below rules during visitation for a hassle-free experience:

• If you are a convicted felon or have a warrant on your name, your visit will be dis-approved
• You will be dis-approved for visiting if you are on active probation, parole, or any form of conditional release.
• Don't wear revealing / improper attire.
• Don't be under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
• Ex-inmates are not allowed to visit the facility
• Don't threaten any person in custody or the jail's security.

Visitation Timings

The Visiting Days are Weekends and Holidays only.
Visiting Hours are Saturday - Sunday [9:30 AM to 3:00 PM]. Visitation days might differ according to Inmate IDs. Please call and confirm the timings for your visit.