
Informational Resources
California Jails
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
How people in custody or supervision can ask for disability accommodations and report violations of their disability rights by any public agency.
This resource is available in Spanish as “Información sobre la ADA” on our Spanish resources page.
California State Court Habeas Corpus Petitions
Information and forms for filing a state habeas corpus petition. A state habeas corpus petition can be used to challenge policies or actions by prison or jail staff or (in some circumstances) to challenge a criminal conviction or sentence.
This resource is available in Spanish as “Peticiones de hábeas corpus ante el Tribunal Estatal de California” on our Spanish resources page.
Conduct Credits for Felony County Jail Sentences
Describes the credits available to people serving county jail sentences for felonies, and how they are different from credits available to people serving CDCR prison terms
Filing a Grievance in County Jail
Summary of why and how to file a grievance about policies or actions by jail staff, which also may be required to preserve your rights to file a legal case.
This resource is available in Spanish as “Presentación de una queja en una cárcel del condado” on our Spanish resources page.
Legal Services for Prisoners with Children Resources
This non-profit organization publishes resources for people in prisons and jails, including a detailed Incarcerated Parents Manual that discusses child custody, child visitation, and divorce issues