The SCC court system fails these folks who are incarcerated as well as the community by releasing…read morethem prematurely with "conditions" that really do not work or serve. Especially for inmates that need longer term mental health care and interventions to curb criminal behaviors. Just putting them back out on the street makes the situation remain horrific and on going. I'm told that the facility is ICE cold and that there is not enough food for inmates who do not have access to accounts. This jail is archaic in its effectiveness and accountability. If the Judicial system were to step up and rule appropriately the penal system could also make an impact. This is NOT happening.

I wish I could give this place 0 stars. Smells TERRIBLE. I…read moredon't know how the staff doesn't realize or care how bad it smells or if they have just gotten used to it. Bad lighting. No updated furniture or decor. No wifi, no bedsheets, urine on the floor. I asked for the complimentary slippers when you visit and they refused. Urine on socks. Another guest tried to remove my face mask and we both had to be separated. Not a good first impression. The second and most recent visit, the food I was given was a piece of bologna in a bag, cheerios also in a bag, a warm carton of milk and an incredibly dry muffin. There were no vegan options and when I asked they slammed the cell door in my face. The next time I visit (if ever) please ask housekeeping to clean the hospitality area upon my arrival, and maybe a pillow?

My wife does volunteer work here. She offers some spiritual guidance, and also literacy training…read more She says this facility is well maintained, with programs that actually help the women prepare for life outside. She says the women have told her that if they were in the main jail, they would backslide. :(

recently Graduated the day programe and I went in figting screaming and hateing everthing about it…read moreI to was at Blain and can say IM SO GRATEFUL FOR THIS PROGRAME i was one who was no one can tell me anything I dont already know well I can say this is the greatest programe ive ever been to and my family has spent thousands on therapy and I never ever got anything out of all thoughs times and i was able to GEMMA while in the blain st county jail and im soooooooooo greatful the instructors who all volunteer r the best in the world i just wish i would of gave it a chance sooner THANK YOU GEMMA AND BLAIN STREET for the greatest experiance in my life Teresa Lee

I know the COs working visiting are not our friends but no need for all the extra attitude…read moreespecially at 830am. Like u literally just got here, who done pissed u off already. If your not happy at ur job, QUIT.

I have never been there to visit but will be visiting soon. When I tell you the level of disrespect…read morethese CO's have is terrible. They are constantly taunting my man. I hear it all the time when we are talking. When he stands up for his rights without any type of violence they press for an alarm on him. They know he is supposed to be coming home soon and it seems they just keep coming at him just to see how far they can push him. I have documented every incident and I will be helping my man consult an attorney in regards to the harassment he is constantly dealing with. This prison is the absolute worse. if you know anyone incarcerated here and they feel as if they are being harassed keep a record of this and pursue a lawsuit for harassment they need to learn these inmates have rights and are humans too

The Old Monterey City Jail is a nice visit for those who are interested in historic jails and those…read morethat are just interested in history, particularly California History. They are open from 10am-4pm, Thursday through Sunday, closed Monday through Wednesday. The address is on Pacific St (Google) and Madison St (Yelp), but the entrance to the jail is located behind Colton Hall on Dutra St. it is self guided and will probably only take you 5 minutes to walk in, read the signs at the different exhibits and snap a few pictures. If you are visiting Colton Hall Museum (where the first signing of the California Constitution took place), then you should check out the old jail.

Honestly, the facility was pretty filthy. Officers smelled funny. My rectum has dilated by 9…read moreinches. Tried to use my one phone call, they had no reception. 1/5 wouldn't recommend.

Decent eggs and oranges. Great place for a diet…read more My eighth floor single had a great view of the hills to watch the seasons change The wardens (and a priest) laid out and gave me some good books except for the last one. It was a textbook on Hebrew but it was biblical Hebrew and did not come with a woman to share my cell and teach me in bed. Some NINCOMPOOP bounced the basketball into the lights above, trying to get shiv! So deprived of practice, I still won't make the NBA. (I got those 4 1/2 months courtesy of Aladdin Bail Bonds. They pulled out of our deal when I told them that my mother was dying in England and I was going to visit. Then I was made NBA, No Bail Allowed.)

First off, the guards are so mean, they treat us like criminals and they don't even let us shower…read moreevery day. And the meals are very bland and meager. And this whole not being able to leave when we want crap is crazy. I'm not staying here anymore nor will I recommend this place to any of my friends or family. Management needs to be retrained A.S.A.P.

The San Mateo Main Jail is actually called "Maguire Correctional Facility" at 300 Bradford St, in…read moredowntown Redwood City. On May 25, 2023, I had a somewhat awkward experience trying to get to the entrance of this place. They're doing construction, and the front entrance is blocked by fencing. You need to walk around it to get inside. This was my first time here. I was tasked with doing a pickup in the lobby. Once inside, everyone is behind glass. Staff was helpful and professional. An elderly man needed help locating an inmate, so a staff person came out to offer assistance. I had to wait in the lobby, and then my "pickup" came out. It was an uneventful experience. If you wait in the lobby, there's no scan or search. No cellphone use in lobby

I got to say. For a jail this place was smelling good, freshly painted by the trusted inmates. If…read moreyou had to go to jail I recommend San Mateo County Jail. I had a time when I had to stay here & I will admit for the worst food it was pretty good! I think one night was Salisbury steak with vegetables and some potatoes. The guards treated you with respect but still treated you like an inmate. The clothes were fairly new & clean. This place I was housed for a few days had windows to see outside. Very accommodating with visiting hours. Plus in the summer the weather is nice even though you can't go outside the walls of the jail. I'm from south city and it was a pleasure stay here momentarily.

Ahhh back again...not my fault. I don't know if the county got more money to invest in dryer sheets…read moreor what but my blankets felt and smelled excellent! I thank goodness that got out today because I really don't want to gamble and see if Tuesday's oatmeal is still lumpy. Jumpsuit was still made of that high-quality cotton I just hate being without a bra. I hate the flip flops they just don't fit right I don't have a huge fear wearing them due to the fact I am brave enough to take a shower at 24 Hour Fitness with no shoes on. Anywhoo...great place, great staff. If you're going to get busted I highly recommend you do it in the East Bay Area.

One of the worst hotels I've been too. Beds are lumpy and my room mate smelled like tuna and spent…read moreall night slamming pork. Room service was slow and food was cold. View wasn't all that great nor were quiet hours enforced. Guy also got stabbed right in front of me with a shank. At one point two guys came in even though I had the do not disturb sign on and I thought they were going to make the bed and get me new towels but they just handcuffed me and stole my weed. Communal showers are nice though and Tyrone made me feel like one of his guys so an extra star for that. Can't beat the price though and still better than the average motel6.

This place has the WORST mental and behavioral health staff. There was a "therapist" that talked to…read moremy family member about BPD, speaking negatively and incorrectly about what caused BPD in a person and stating that people with borderline personality disorder are "failed narcissists" and "they could never be wrong". Check your therapists' credentials, Maple, as there is a male therapist on staff giving false and disturbing information to your inmates. This is truly disturbing that these are the kind of people you appoint to help your inmates with their mental health.

So Yeh Guys and Girls, a few months ago I wrote a fantastic review in relation to Maple Street…read moreCorrectional Facility. "5 stars an all". Well today only 4 stars.. ??.. For those of us that have had the pleasure of behind the glass visiting with Loved Ones ,know how awful that set your alarm for exactly 6:25am so as to be ONE of the Lucky "3" THREE ¿?.. visiting rooms. WHY IN THE SAM HELL don't they open up a couple of those EXTRA just not being used visiting rooms .. I'm just saying .

The warden threw a party in the county jail The prison band…read morewas there and they began to wail The band was jumpin' and the joint began to swing You should've heard them knocked-out jailbirds sing. Great place to visit but wouldn't want to live here.