Cois M. Byrd Detention Center (Southwest Detention Center), Murrieta
Need to bail someone out of Cois M. Byrd? Call 888-669-0295, 24/7. Our Lake Elsinore office is 20–25 minutes from the jail.
Cois M. Byrd Detention Center at a glance
| Also called | Southwest Detention Center |
|---|---|
| Address | 30755-B Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563 |
| Jail information | (951) 696-3050 |
| Visit scheduling | (951) 696-3470, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. |
| Run by | Riverside County Sheriff’s Department |
| Court next door | Southwest Justice Center, 30755-D Auld Road |
| Parking | Public parking in front of the jail |
| Typical release after bail | 2–6 hours |
Who gets booked at Byrd?
Byrd is the main jail for southwest Riverside County. People arrested in Murrieta, Temecula, Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, Menifee and Canyon Lake are usually booked here. Depending on charges and housing, some people are later moved to Robert Presley Detention Center in Riverside or another county jail.
How to find someone at Byrd
- Search the Riverside County Sheriff’s online inmate locator with the person’s last name (and first name or date of birth if you have it).
- Write down the booking number. You will need it for bail, visits, mail and money.
- If they don’t show up yet, booking may still be in progress. Call us at 888-669-0295 and we will check for free.
How to bail someone out of Byrd
- Call 888-669-0295 with the person’s name, date of birth and booking number if you have it.
- We confirm the bail amount and whether bail can be posted now, or whether a court hearing or another hold has to come first.
- Sign by phone or e-signature. The usual premium is 10% of the bail amount, a rate filed with the California Department of Insurance. Payment plans are available.
- We post the bond at Byrd. Release usually takes 2 to 6 hours. Weekday daytime is fastest; Friday and Saturday nights are slowest.
Visiting someone at Byrd
- Schedule visits in advance by calling (951) 696-3470 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Up to two visitors per inmate, and inmates can usually have up to two visits a week of about 45 minutes.
- Bring a valid photo ID. Visitors may be searched and are subject to a warrant check.
- A dress code applies. Cameras, weapons, food and drink are not allowed in the lobby or visiting area.
- Attorney and special visits are scheduled through the facility.
Rules can change, so check the Sheriff’s Byrd page before you go, including the rules for minors.
Picking someone up after release
Call the jail first to confirm the person is still at Byrd. Releases come out at the Auld Road facility; park in the public lot in front of the jail. If the person was moved to another jail, the pickup location changes too.
Court dates after release
Most cases from southwest Riverside County are heard at the Southwest Justice Center, right next to the jail. Keep the court notice and check the date, time and department. We send court date reminders to every client.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Cois M. Byrd Detention Center?
30755-B Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563, next to the Southwest Justice Center. It is about 20–25 minutes from our Lake Elsinore office.
Is Cois M. Byrd the same as the Southwest Detention Center?
Yes. It is the same jail; Southwest Detention Center is its older name.
How long does release from Byrd take after bail is posted?
Usually 2 to 6 hours, longer on busy weekend nights.
Can I post bail at Byrd at night?
Yes. Bail can be posted 24 hours a day, every day, including holidays.
How much does a bail bond cost?
The usual premium is 10% of the bail amount. On a $25,000 bail, that is $2,500. Payment plans are available.
Need help at Byrd right now?
Call 888-669-0295, 24/7, in English or Spanish.