County jail · Santa Ana
Intake Release Center
The Intake Release Center (IRC) in Santa Ana is the Orange County Sheriff's main booking facility, where most adult arrests in the county are processed.
About Intake Release Center
Nearly everyone arrested in Orange County goes through the IRC. Booking includes identification, a medical screening and a housing classification. After booking, a person is released or assigned to another jail.
The IRC is also where many people are released. If you're picking someone up, follow the release information OCSD posts. Release times are hard to predict.
The IRC is in the Santa Ana civic center near the Central Men's and Women's Jails and the Central Justice Center courthouse.
How to look up someone at this facility
- Go to the official Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD) website and open its inmate search.
- Search by full legal name. Add a date of birth if the tool allows it.
- Write down the booking number. You'll need it for mail, money deposits and visits.
What families should know
People at Intake Release Center may be moved to other Orange County facilities or taken to court, so housing can change quickly. Always confirm the person's current location before you visit or mail anything.
For bail and release questions, see our California bail basics. This site doesn't provide legal advice. Talk to a licensed attorney or the public defender's office about a specific case.
Location
Intake Release Center is in Santa Ana, Orange County, California. View on a map. Check the official Orange County Sheriff's Department website for the current visitor entrance and mailing address.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is at Intake Release Center?
Use the free official inmate search on the Orange County Sheriff's Department (OCSD) website. Search by full legal name and date of birth, and write down the booking number.
Can I visit someone at Intake Release Center?
Visits follow the rules posted by the Orange County Sheriff's Department. Most Southern California jails require visits to be scheduled ahead of time and require a valid government-issued photo ID. Confirm the current schedule on the official website before you travel.
How do I send money to someone at Intake Release Center?
Use only the deposit methods listed on the Orange County Sheriff's Department's official website. These usually include online, kiosk or money order options. Never send money to someone who contacts you claiming they can get a person released.
Is SoCal Inmate Info affiliated with Intake Release Center?
No. We are an independent informational resource and are not affiliated with any law enforcement or government agency.