A spokesperson for the Santa Cruz County Jail said their lobby has finally reopened.  Sheriff's officials said the lobby was first closed about a year ago after a shift in the building's foundation damaged the facilitiy's windows and flooring.  Tiles began to buckle and popped out of place, they said and fire crews initially speculated the damage could have been related to a gas or water leak.  An evacuation plan was formulated to move inmates, if needed, although jail officials say they were happy it was not necessary.

According to a recent report, lobby services for the past 12 months have been serviced through the adjacent Santa Cruz County Superior Court.

The Santa Cruz County Jail houses has an average daily population of about 400.  Most male arrestees are transported to this facility in order to be o and processed.   Women are more frequently transported to the jail on Blaine Street.  Bail bonds can be posted at either of these locations 24-hours a day, 365 days a year.

Those wishing to visit an inmate at the Santa Cruz County Jail must receive visiting clearance from the jail staff.  Appointments are to be made on the Wednesday or Thursday before the weekend you would like to visit.  Visits take place on Saturdays and Sundays and are approximately 45 minutes in length.