Los Angeles County Men's Central Jail

The Men's Central Jail (MCJ) is physically located at 441 Bauchet St. Los Angeles, CA 90012, in between the 101, 110 and 5 freeways just north of downtown. The jail houses inmates awaiting trial, as well as inmates who have been convicted and are serving local county time.

With a maximum capacity of 6,750 inmates, the Los Angeles County Men's Central Jail is considered to be the world's largest jail. The MCJ has a fully equipped hospital where doctors and nurses can treat inmates with almost any medical condition, including mental health issues.

The Los Angeles County jails, especially the Men’s Central Jail and the Twin Towers Jail in downtown Los Angeles, are not pleasant places to be incarcerated.  Many would describe the Los Angeles County Jail System as scary, dangerous and understaffed. If you are looking for a bail bond in Los Angeles County these words may be on heavy your mind.

If you have a loved one or friend in County Jail in downtown Los Angeles and are considering bail, you may want to consider these facts cited by the LA Times in May 2006:

• Cells in the Men’s Central Jail are literally filled to double the capacity intended. There are 200 three-man cells each holding six men. Additionally, there are 200 two-man cells each holding four men.
• Inmates are required three hours per week of time out of their cells. Yes, per week.
• The Sheriff’s Department is understaffed by 1000.

(Reference: LA Times, May 12, 2006, “U.S. Judge Calls for L.A. Jail Reforms”)

The Men’s Central Jail and the Twin Towers Complex are situated across the street from one another. Often, this facility is collectively referred to as the Twin Towers jail or as the Men’s Central Jail. In order to relieve tensions in the Men’s Central Jail, inmates are sometimes moved to the Twin Towers Jail.

Call us today for help getting your loved one released from The Men's Central Jail or the Twin Towers Facility.

888-767-2245 or 888-SOS-BAIL