To find out whether someone is in custody at the Yuba County Jail, call the jail at (530) 749-7740 or search the Sheriff's CitizenRIMS inmate lookup at yubacounty.citizenrims.com/map. The jail sits on the north side of the Yuba County Courthouse in Marysville, and the Superior Court's criminal FAQ gives the same jail number for clearing a warrant.
How do I look up someone at the Yuba County Jail?
Two official routes work: call the Yuba County Jail at (530) 749-7740, the number the Superior Court gives, or search the Sheriff's linked CitizenRIMS inmate lookup online.
- Call the jail at (530) 749-7740 and ask whether the person is in custody. The Superior Court's own criminal FAQ gives this number for checking custody.
- Or search online with the Sheriff's Inmate Search Lookup, the tool linked from the Sheriff's jail page.
- If the lookup does not show the person, call. Phone the jail at (530) 749-7740 and ask whether they are in custody, the same check the court's criminal FAQ describes.
- If the arrest happened in a different county, see our courthouse and jail guides by county to find the right one.
Where does Yuba County hold people after an arrest?
The Yuba County Jail, run by the Sheriff-Coroner's Office, sits on the north side of the county courthouse in Marysville, on Sixth Street between B and C Streets.
| Facility | Address | Public phone |
|---|---|---|
| Yuba County Jail | On the north side of the Yuba County Courthouse, Marysville, on Sixth Street between "B" Street and "C" Streets (mailing address, other than inmate mail: 215 5th Street, Suite 150, Marysville, CA 95901) | (530) 749-7740 |
The jail was built in 1962, with a major renovation and addition completed in the early 1990s, and has capacity for 428 people. It holds both sentenced inmates and people awaiting trial or sentencing, under Title 15 of the California Code of Regulations.
How does release work before trial in Yuba County?
Before trial, a person can leave custody on a misdemeanor citation, on release the court grants after Probation's Pretrial Services makes a recommendation, or by posting bail. Under Penal Code section 853.6, a person arrested for a misdemeanor who does not demand to see a judge must be released on a written notice to appear (the officer may book them first), unless a listed reason for keeping them applies, among them an outstanding warrant or a specifically stated reason to believe the person would not appear. For eligible people booked into the jail, Yuba County Probation's Pretrial Services (PTS) unit does a risk assessment focused on public safety and the likelihood of returning to court, then makes a recommendation to the Superior Court on detention, release and release conditions; PTS also supervises people released while their case is pending.
PTS uses a scored risk tool, the Ohio Risk Assessment System, developed at the University of Cincinnati. Probation says Yuba County's sample size is too small for a county-specific validation study, so it posts validation studies of the same tool from the Yolo and Napa County pretrial programs.
How do I post bail for someone at the Yuba County Jail?
Bail can be posted with the control room deputy at the Jail Lobby, using United States currency, a cashier's check, or a money order made out to "Yuba County Jail." The Sheriff's Department accepts bail only for the entire amount; a bail bond agency is the alternative if the full amount is not available.
The Yuba County Superior Court adopted its Felony Bail Schedule under Penal Code section 1269b, effective January 2, 2026. Its own rules call the scheduled figure a presumptive amount for an arrest without a warrant, used "until such time as a judge reviews the issue"; for a person booked only on a warrant, bail is the warrant's amount unless a judge orders otherwise. A judge can set a different amount. Two California Supreme Court rulings shape that decision. Under In re Humphrey (2021), when money bail is needed the judge must consider the person's ability to pay and should consider whether nonfinancial conditions of release could protect the public and the victim or make sure the person returns to court. Under In re Kowalczyk (April 30, 2026), in noncapital cases a judge may deny bail only for the offenses listed in article I, section 12(b) and (c) of the California Constitution, and money bail must generally be set at an amount that is "reasonably attainable," though it need not be easily affordable; a person who says they cannot pay an amount must support that with reliable evidence. For the full explanation, see how California bail amounts are set.
If a court later orders cash bail refunded, the Superior Court's own FAQ says the refund is processed automatically on that order and takes about six to eight weeks; the check is made payable to the depositor named on the bail receipt.
When is the first court date after an arrest in Yuba County?
An arrested person who stays in custody must see a judge without unnecessary delay, generally within 48 hours, not counting Sundays and holidays (Penal Code section 825). The exact words of Penal Code section 825(a)(1):
"the defendant shall in all cases be taken before the magistrate without unnecessary delay, and, in any event, within 48 hours after his or her arrest, excluding Sundays and holidays."
That is a deadline to appear before a judge, not a deadline for filing charges and not a guarantee of release. If the 48 hours run out while court is not in session, the deadline extends through the entirety of the next court session held on the following court day, under Penal Code section 825(a)(2), and someone arrested on a Wednesday after that day's court session must be taken before a judge by Friday, if neither day is a court holiday.
All Yuba County Superior Court operations are at one address, 215 Fifth Street, Suite 200, Marysville, CA 95901; our Yuba County Courthouse guide covers the court side. The court's own criminal FAQ says in-custody arraignments are generally heard at 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, but tells families to check the court calendar posted in the second-floor lobby, or call the Criminal Division at (530) 740-1800, option 4, for the specific time and department. Parking near the courthouse is limited to 2 hours; free longer-term parking is one block south, at 4th and C Streets.
The court's criminal page says a defendant who is sick and charged with a felony is expected to appear by Zoom unless in the hospital, and should contact their attorney or the clerk's office for the Zoom information rather than miss the court date. Penal Code section 977 still sets the limits: a felony defendant appears remotely only by waiving the right to be physically present, never for a jury or court trial, and not for sentencing except in postconviction relief proceedings and as otherwise provided by law.
How do visiting, mail, and money work at the Yuba County Jail?
Visits happen daily on a schedule set by the person's housing; letters, cards and limited photos go by mail; money goes through TouchPay or a mailed money order.
Visiting runs daily, seven days a week, with the exact day and time set by the inmate's housing assignment; every inmate gets two visits per week, with one of them scheduled on a Saturday or Sunday. Up to three visitors are allowed per visit, and every visitor must register with the visiting clerk before the visiting period starts; arriving late is not guaranteed a full visit. The visiting area is in the basement, reached by stairs or an elevator. Because exact days and times depend on housing and can change, check the jail's current visiting information rather than a fixed schedule.
There is no limit on how many letters you can send to someone in the jail. Incoming mail with gang markings or derogatory remarks is returned to sender, and only a letter, a single-layer card, money, or a limited number of wallet-size photos (no larger than 3 by 5 inches) are accepted; the jail does not accept packages. An inmate with no money on their account gets two postage-free letters a week to family or friends, and unlimited postage-free letters to their attorney and the courts.
Money can go to an inmate's account through TouchPay, the Sheriff's Office's payment vendor since 2017: online at TouchPayOnline.com, by the toll-free automated line 1-866-232-1899, or at the Lobby Kiosk at 215 5th Street, Marysville (cash, credit, or debit). Yuba County's TouchPay facility ID is 795901. Money orders and cashier's checks (no cash, no personal checks) can also be mailed to an inmate at P.O. Box 1031, Marysville, CA 95901, to pay for commissary and phone. Property that an inmate releases to someone else can be picked up 24 hours a day at the Jail Lobby with valid identification. A person who leaves the jail before receiving commissary they were charged for can return to claim it on any Wednesday between 2:00 and 3:00 p.m.; unclaimed commissary is held only 90 days, with no refunds or exchanges.
What should I do right now if someone was just arrested in Yuba County?
First confirm the person is in custody, then line up bail money or a bail bond agency, keep all paperwork, and get a lawyer involved before the first court date.
- Confirm custody. Call (530) 749-7740 or search yubacounty.citizenrims.com/map.
- Decide how to help with release. Gather United States currency, a cashier's check, or a money order made out to "Yuba County Jail," or contact a licensed bail bond agency.
- Keep any citation or booking paperwork. It can confirm the charge and point to the right department.
- If money for a lawyer is tight, say so at the first court appearance. Under Penal Code section 987, a defendant who comes to arraignment without a lawyer must be asked whether they want one, and the court must appoint a lawyer for a defendant who wants one and cannot afford one.
- Call a criminal defense lawyer early. A lawyer can address bail, confirm the court date, and explain what happens next before the family has to guess.
Frequently asked questions
What if the Yuba County jail lookup does not show the person?
Call the jail directly at (530) 749-7740 and give the person's full legal name. The Superior Court's criminal FAQ names that number as the way to find out whether someone who was arrested is in custody.
How do I clear a warrant in Yuba County?
The Superior Court's own FAQ says a warrant can be cleared by reporting to local law enforcement or the county jail, at 215 Fifth Street, Suite 150 (mailing address), Marysville, phone (530) 749-7740.
Can I post bail at the Yuba County Jail with a credit card?
The Sheriff's Office jail page lists United States currency, a cashier's check, or a money order made out to "Yuba County Jail" at the Jail Lobby. It does not list a credit card as an accepted form of payment for posting bail directly at the jail.
How long does a bail refund take in Yuba County?
About six to eight weeks from the date of the court order, according to the Superior Court's own FAQ. Cash bail refunds are processed automatically once the court orders them, and the check is made payable to the depositor named on the bail receipt.
Does Yuba County have a drug court or mental health court?
Yuba County Probation names three collaborative, specialized court programs: Behavioral Health Court, Drug Court, and a Proposition 36 track, each combining judicial supervision with intensive probation, drug treatment and testing, and health or mental health services as needed. Eligibility is program-specific; ask the court or your attorney.
Who asks for a lower Yuba County bail amount, and when?
After an arrest without a warrant, the arrested person, or their attorney, a friend or a family member, can ask a judge for bail lower than the schedule, or for release on own recognizance, under Penal Code section 1269c (not for the offenses listed in Penal Code section 1270.1(a)). At a court appearance, including the arraignment, the judge fixes the amount, and the defense can ask for a reduction.
Talk to a lawyer
The Law Offices of David S. Chesley offers a free consultation and is available 24/7, including for a family member calling about someone just arrested in Yuba County. Call (800) 755-5174 to talk with a lawyer about what happens next, request a free consultation online, or see our California service areas to find the office nearest you.