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California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC)

California Department of Corrections and RehabilitationMaximum security

California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC) is a state prison in Lancaster, California, run by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. The state classifies it as maximum security. Federal facility data from 2020 put its capacity at about 2,300 beds.

California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC) Address and Phone

Facility type
State prison
Address
44750 60th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93536Open in Google Maps
Main phone
(661) 729-2000
Operated by
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
County
Los Angeles County

Visiting, Mail and Phone Calls

Visiting days, visitor approval, dress rules and the mailing format for letters are set by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and can change at short notice. Read the official facility page and call ahead before you travel.

Official listing on cdcr.ca.gov

Jails and Police Near California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC)

Anyone arrested near Lancaster is booked into the county jail first; a state facility only receives people after sentencing, commitment or transfer.

Other State Prisons in California

Open status checked against the official cdcr.ca.gov facility listing in November 2026. Address and phone come from that listing or, where it shows none, from the federal HIFLD prison dataset. This page lists no inmates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find an inmate at California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC)?
Use the official offender search of the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (inmatelocator.cdcr.ca.gov). Search by name or state inmate number; the result shows the current facility. People in state prison are not listed on county jail rosters.
What is the phone number for California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC)?
The listed main number for California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC) is (661) 729-2000.
Who runs California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC)?
California State Prison-Los Angeles County (LAC) is operated by the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and is located in Los Angeles County.