NKSP has a general population medium custody facility and a minimum support facility with a ten-bed Level I firehouse. The general population portion of the institution focuses on providing educational/vocational opportunities to inmates equipping them with skills which will aid them in finding gainful employment upon their release from prison. NKSP is also the site where the Central / Southern California Transportation Hub for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation is located and operates from.
https://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Visitors/docs/InmateVisitingGuidelines.pdf
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iwant to know who is jose angel Hernandez# you tell him i love him
Hi Sonia,
You can communicate directly with the inmate since you have his ID No. and his address.
is there anyone I can talk to about why I have not heard back about my visiting form sent in 4months ago thank you for your time
Hi Tyquisha, for more information about your question, please click this–Link
Because they are quarantined in regards to safety precautions for Corona Virus
i want to no did my brother recieve his money i sent to him through jpay
Hi Ronnie,
You need to contact your brother to confirm whether the money is in his account. You could also call the facility for information.
ive sent about 3-4 letters to my husband and just recently received one from him saying he hasn’t received any MORE letters from me and iam wondering what could have possibly have happen when he was receiving all my letters and now he isnt ?
blessings, I would like to know how long before I can visit my son
Hi Dawn,
To visit your son, you need to be on his visitor’s list. You also have to be approved for visitation. Your son needs to send you the application for visitation. For additional information, click the link to the prison’s web site for additional information about visitation. The link is on our page.
my husband has been there since february 16 and already seen his counselor. and
got his release date..so how long will it take for him to either get a visit or
will he be moved again?
Hi Ashley,
I recommend contacting your husband’s case manager for information. Prisonpath is a private web site and not connected in any way to any prison.
Do you know how i can visit.
Hi Ashley,
Please click the following link for visitor information.
I would like to know how find out an inmates address. I have his cdcr # but that’s all I have. I don’t know where to mail the letter to. Can anyone help? I’ve tried calling north kern but I can’t get through. It’s automated and I keep pressing the extension but it just takes me back to the beginning of the recording.
Hi Kat,
For information about locating your inmate, click this link.
For information about prison life and culture, click this link.
North Kern State prison but you have to know what facility letter and building also cell number it’s P.O. Box Delano, CA 93216
How do you find out why I was denied for visiting
Hi Tasiemai, Please note the following about visitation. For more information about prison life, click this link. Visiting A Friend or Loved One In Prison 2 If you are approved to visit, the prisoner is notified and he/she must notify you. Once approved, you are listed in the computer as being an approved visitor for the prisoner; you do not need to bring any proof of approval with you to the prison. If you are disapproved, you will receive a letter from the prison setting forth the reason for disapproval; the prisoner will also receive notice of the disapproval but… Read more »
They are quarantined for measles and mumps
I want to know i can visit my boyfriend, since they brought him to L.A For court once again anf they send him back to north kern. My application to visit him was approved and i had a visit to see him before they moved him. So now that hes back there can i visit him or is he back in reception?
I would like to write a letter to the Warden. Is this possible & if so can I have all information necessary please. Thank you
Hi Juliette,
I would call the prison to confirm the warden’s address. The address is:
Mailing Address:
Sandra Pennywell, Warden
P.O. Box 567
Delano, CA 93216-0567
My husband just got there about 4 days ago. Was wondering if I can write to him or can he call me. Some people say that he can’t call or write me for 90 days. His number is AP7700. Please let me know. Thank you very much Tina Mitschelen
I’m trying to find my cousin who I believe is at north kern prison. All I have is his name and birthday and I know he was previously in Vista jail. How should I go about finding him? I only have his old cdc# number.
Hi Summer,
We recommend trying the inmate locators on the home page and this prison page.
instead of driving all the way to the prison cant I talk to him through a laptop via webcam ?
lol
Hi Kathryn, Please note the following information, but I would recommend calling the facility directly to confirm the visitation schedule. For information about prison life for an inmate, click this link. For information about what prison is like, click this link. Visitation (ADC Inmate Visitation Policy) Phase I inmates – 1 four hour block of visitation on either Saturday or Sunday Phase II inmates – 3 four hour blocks of visitation on either Saturday or Sunday* *Lumley Close Custody – 2 visits per week * Lumley Max custody 1 two hour Non Contact Visit Phase III inmates – 4 four… Read more »
I am trying to locate new inmate: Michael Lucas Turner. age: 26. Please email me so that I may visit Him. Thank You, Bruce Ireland bmireland2@hushmail
Hi Bruce,
We recommend trying our inmate locators on this prison page and the home page.
CAN INMATES MAKE COLLECT PHONE CALLS?
Hi Mrs. Roby, Inmates can make collect calls. Please note the following information about telephone calls at North Kern State Prison; Telephone Calls Family and friends (called party) cannot call prisoners; prison ers must call to speak to someone outside the prison. The prisoners use designated phone s that make collect calls to a land line (residence) or cell phones. The called party is responsible for paying for the calls. Calling cards cannot be used. International calls can be made if the called party sets up a pre- paid account with the telephone vendor. Instructions for these types of calls… Read more »
Dear Warden, I am writing to you concerning my son “Mohamed”, who is housed in your facility. I am a Saudi National who got married to an American lady “Ginger”. I had taken Mohamed away from his mother when he was 8 years old. When he couldn’t assimilate to Saudi people, who were prejudice against him due to his American blood, he was returned to USA to his Mom after 8 years. Last year he called me asking for help with his court case, I informed my Saudi Government and they bailed him with $90,000 and assigned a lawyer to… Read more »
Hi Jamal,
Prisonpath.com is a private web site and is not connected or affiliated with any prison. For information about money,visitation, or any other issue involving North Kern State Prison, click this link.
Chidren’s Visitation at North Kern State Prison: Minors (children under 18 years old) are required to be accompanied by an adult who is an approved visitor. If the minor child(ren) is accompanied by his/her parent, the only paperwork necessary is a certified copy of the minor child(ren)’s birth certificate. If the minor is accompanied by his/her legal guar dian, a certified copy of the minor child(ren)’s birth certificate and proof of legal guardianship is required. If the minor child(ren) is accompanied by someone other than his/her parent or legal guardian, in addition to the certified copy of the minor child(ren)’s… Read more »
Hello,
Can I take my cell phone to the visit?
Hi Lucy,
You are not allowed to bring your cellphone to the visit at the North Kern State Prison.
For information about prison life at North Kern State Prison, click this link for the 25 rules.
Can someone tell me the dress code for women and minor boys please!!! Thank you so much.
Hi Tina, Please note the following dress code at North Kern State Prison: There are restrictions on what you may wear to a prison. In general, there are four rules to remember: 1. Do not wear clothing that resembles the clothing that prisoners wear a. Blue denim pants; b. Blue chambray shirts; c. Orange jumpsuits or Orange tops with Orange bottoms; d. Red tops (Pleasant Valley State Prison only); or e. Dresses that resemble prisoner muumuu (female institutions only) 2. Do not wear clothing that resembles what custodial staff wear a. Forest green pants; b. Tan shirts; or c. Camouflage… Read more »
I cant get through to the mailroom and i cant figure out how to put the mailing address to send a book to an inmate located at North kern state prison
Hi Helene,
Book are sent directly from the vendor. The bookstore, publisher, or the web site, would need the inmate’s name, the inmate’s I.D. No.,and the full address of the prison.
For information about prison life, read the 25 Rules.
hello! I am going to visit someone tomorrow at north kern, and the drive is about 4 hours. I was told I do not need to make an appointment since he is still in reception and the visit is through glass. However, when reading online about the visits on the website it keeps referring to making an appointment. I do not want to drive all the way out there for nothing, Do you know if it is necessary to make an appointment?
Hi Katie,
Since prisons change rules about visitation, we recommend calling the prison directly to confirm the visitation information.
How can you communicate with an inmate
Hi Jimmy, Please note the following information about telephone calls to inmates: Telephone Calls Family and friends (called party) cannot call prisoners; prison ers must call to speak to someone outside the prison. The prisoners use designated phone s that make collect calls to a land line (residence) or cell phones. The called party is responsible for paying for the calls. Calling cards cannot be used. International calls can be made if the called party sets up a pre- paid account with the telephone vendor. Instructions for these types of calls can be found on the CDCR website at: http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Visitors/Receiving_Calls_From_Inmates_and_Wards.html… Read more »
How do you send a book to an inmate? And does the book have to be paper back?
Hi Nelly,
The books should be sent directly by the vendor directly to the inmate. You should not buy the book and mail it.
For information about prison life, read the 25 Rules.
Hello I’m am looking for an inmate by the name of Deshaun Lee Smith.The one that is listed is not him because the birthday is different.I believe his is 1/1/88.I don’t have a phone to call for this information so I hope someone will be able to help me this way.Thank You
Dear Miss Pennywel, NKSP Warden: On August 30, 2013, an Inmate was sent to NKSP for Reception and Processing. On Sept. 14, and 15, 2013, I (Bruce M. Ireland) tried to visit Inmate Michael L. Turner, with an approved V-PASS! When I arrived on both dates, I was refused Visitation! The only thing told to me, was that I neede a consent form. I replied to the Visiting Fuard at the desk…that I applied on-line! Again, I was remissed. I wrote to the Inmate for a Consent Form (106)! Yet, the inmate has ADHD, and, is not understanding of the… Read more »
Please someone help me if i am approved to see someone inreception but my ride isnt can i still be let in if my ride waits in the car
Hi,
If your ride is waiting in the car, then you should not have any problem. You can contact the facility directly for confirmation. For information about prison life, read the 25 Rules.
Thank you very much I did they said as long as they werent a felon and i was approved should be okay so hopefully it will work out for my visit tomorrow fingers crossed thankx again appreciate it !
Hi Lil,
Great, hope all goes well,
Brad,
prisonpath.com
do you have this person at your facility?
I have been writing to him and my mail is returned to me I need to know the correct mailing address. His mother Maria Quintana.4
Hi Luis,
Try our inmate locators on this page and the home page. If you do not succeed, we recommend contacting the prison chaplain for assistance.
How do I go about scheduling a visitation with an inmate at your location?
Hi Deborah,
Please review our updated visitation section on this prison page which includes scheduling a visitation.
For information about prison life, read the 25 Rules.
I want to know who can we write to about getting visits, every time we try to use the vpass, it says all hours and days are full, and when we call, they are rude, and their are no openings, who can we write about this problem to, these inmate are entitled to visits, and we are unable to make a appointment. Please help!!
Hi Liz,
We recommend contacting the prison chaplain for help. By doing so, you are avoiding any blowback for your inmate, and chaplains can be very helpful.
Prison Path,
That is exactly the problem!! We shouldn’t have to worry about “blowback” to our loved ones, what is wrong with this system. I fear for my son’s safety.
Hello, my fiancé just got transferred to Delano. When I found out I went online and got his information to write to him. I sent it to P.O Box 567, I included his CDCR#. BUT I recently got a letter from him 2 days ago, and noticed he sent it from a different P.O Box #. My question is: Will he still get the letters I sent him to P.O Box 567?
Hi Syl,
He should still receive the letters, but with prisons, you cannot count on anything. You write to the new PO address and find out whether he received your past letters.
Brad
Founder of prisonpath.com
My sons in this place I’m trying to find out why and how I can talk to him?
I am wondering about some things I want to send to my son, such as pens, pencils, tracing paper and colored pencils. Is there a link to a complete list? The one I saw, does not include these items on the can or cannot send list. PS- He is still in reception.
Hi Sherri,
Please note that we added information above re: telephone calls to an inmate. You can also send mail to your family member, but you need the inmate’s ID no. for the address and the institution’s address.
My husband and i aré approved to see our son. How do we go about making an appointment to visit him.
Hi Yolanda,
If you have been approved, you can visit as explained below:
Visiting Hours
Saturdays, Sundays and Designated Holidays* from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
* New Year’s Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas
All visiting check-ins must be completed prior to 2:00 p.m. For updated information in English and Spanish regarding NKSP visitor hours or closures, please contact the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation’s toll-free Visiting Information Line at (800) 374-8474 or contact (661) 721-2345 ext. 7033.
How do I send my son money.
Hi Jovina,
For information on sending money to your son, go to this link—
http://www.cdcr.ca.gov/Visitors/Sending_money_to_inmates.html
Jpay, google it Jpay.com got to your AppStore and download it on your phone, so you can send anytime
Hi my name is Jessica Soriano and I want to know how Can I visit my husband he was send there on February 9 2018 how Can I get an application or how Can I send him letter ?
How many visitors are allowed at once in dalano?
My boyfriend was in reception since 01/11/18, yesterday I checked inmate locator I always do but this time it said No information found on him , so I tried 3 more different sites his name didn’t show up Nothing! No information found on him anywhere, could you please help me find out if he was sent somewhere else l know he was waiting to talk to his counselor, I’m just worried about him. Thank you
OK so I just want to go see my love one but I don’t have a car and I have looked at alot of other options but I live so dam far that it’s not possible any one have any ideas for me Im located in Oceanside CA
How can i get a inmates housing address?
I have his cdcr number but dont know the housing.
I tried the website but it doesnt give his housing.
It gives me multiple housings.
Hello I was wonding how I can find out which housing unit a inmate is being held in ???
Hi, I am wondering if visitation is allowed with an inmate who arrived at the prison, only for holding purposes? By holding purposes I am referring to him being released into a program and since he was housed near Arizona for the duration of his sentence, he had to be bussed home (5 hours away), and is now encountering what they call a layover with the busses before they transport them over to the program. So, while they are waiting to be bussed out, are they allowed to recieve visitors? I did fill out paper work for the first CDRC… Read more »
How long after they get to the prison will my boyfriend be able to make calls and receive letters
HEY CAN SOMEONE TELL ANTHONY DAVIS THAT I LOVE HIM WITH ALL MY HEARTPLEASE THANK YOU
Where is he located in facility? I can send message through my son if he is in reception
My boyfriend just arrived to north kern on 11/21/18 he got sentenced to 2 years
He called me yesterday but I had to add funds and the call dropped. How can I know if he’s still in reception? And online it doesn’t state his parole date online will that show up anytime soon?
Also on the court order it says his time will be in Chino men’s prison but since he got transferred to kern will he be serving his time there? ….. it’s a 4 hour drive for me please tell me it’s temporary