Jumpsuit colors cannot be relied on for inmate classification because they are easily exchanged between inmates, and Custody Division is not always able to maintain proper distribution due to shortages of certain colors. Nevertheless, the general assignment of jumpsuit colors at Men's Central Jail is as follows:
| Dark Blue | General Population |
| Green | Pitchess Detention Center - Minimum Security |
| Light Blue | Outside Trusties |
| Orange | Homosexual |
| Red | Juvenile |
The general assignment of dress colors at Sybil Brand Institute is as follows:
| Blue | General Population |
| Dark Blue | State Prisoner |
| Green | Discipline |
| Orange | Mentally Ill |
| Red | K-10 Status |
| Yellow | Work Crews for outside of the facility |