Allegheny County Jail, PA Inmate Search: Roster & Mugshots (2024)

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Allegheny County Jail Inmate Search and Jail Roster How do you find someone who is in jail in Allegheny County? Search for information about an inmate in the Allegheny County Jail and view their jail mugshot: How do I find out if someone was arrested in Allegheny County? What information is included in jail booking records and the jail roster? How often are jail booking records and rosters updated? How do I find an inmate in the Allegheny County Jail? How do I find an inmate in a Pennsylvania state prison? How do I find an inmate in federal prison? How do I find a detainee in an ICE facility? How do I find an inmate in juvenile detention? How can I see if someone is in jail or prison in Allegheny County or the state of Pennsylvania? How do I get information on someone in jail in Allegheny County? Who can I call to find an inmate in Allegheny County? Does the jail or prison have to keep the inmate in the county or state where they are charged or convicted? What if I can’t find an inmate and I know they are in custody in Allegheny County? I know the person was arrested and in jail, but my search in the roster comes back as “no record found.” What happened? I was released from jail in Allegheny County, but my record still shows. When will it go away? An inmate’s family member just died; how can I let them know right away? An inmate’s family member just died; will they be allowed to attend the funeral? What determines whether an inmate is placed in low or high security facilities? What information is available about an inmate? What is vinelink.com? How do I find old Allegheny County jail and inmate records from years ago? How can I have my jail record sealed? Where can I get Prison records from the state of Pennsylvania? For inmate services and facility information such as: Allegheny County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 7/23/2024 Allegheny County Inmate Criminal Charges - 7/23/2024 Allegheny County Inmate Sex - 7/23/2024 Allegheny County Inmate Age - 7/23/2024 FAQs References

Allegheny County Jail Inmate Search and Jail Roster

How do you find someone who is in jail in Allegheny County?

Search for information about an inmate in the Allegheny County Jail and view their jail mugshot:

  • Review the Jail Roster, or
  • Call the Allegheny County Jail at 412-350-2000
  • Look up the offender's criminal charges
  • Find out their bond, and
  • View their public mugshotin the roster.

If you cannot find the mugshot of the offender that has been arrested, it is because Allegheny County or the state of Pennsylvania has recently changed their policy regarding publicly posting them in the jail roster. However, you can write the jailat the following address and request a copy of an inmate's mugshot be mailed or sent by email to you. Make sure to include your email address in all correspondence.

Mail to:

Allegheny County Jail
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Attention: Media Relations - Inmate Mugshot Request

Mail, click on the link below, or call the facility at 412-350-2000 for the information you are looking for.

Allegheny County Jail Inmate Search

How do I find out if someone was arrested in Allegheny County?

There are five ways to find out if someone was arrested in Allegheny County:

1. Look them up on the official jail inmate roster.
2. Look them up on vinelink.com, a national inmate tracking resource.
3. Call the jail at 412-350-2000. This is available 24 hours a day.
4. Write or visit the jail and request information.
You can reach them at:
Allegheny County Jail
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

5. Do a search online using this person’s name, the town or city you think they were arrested in, and the crime you think they were arrested for. Sometimes the local newspaper, police department or sheriff’s office will have a daily police blotter published on their website.

What information is included in jail booking records and the jail roster?

Jail booking records, also known as the jail roster, typically include the following information:

• Full name of the inmate
• Inmate's physical characteristics (age, sex, height, weight, etc.)
• Inmate’s mugshot(s)
• Booking number, Inmate ID#, Jacket #, etc.
• Booking date and time
• Charges or offense details – the applicable statute
• Bond or bail amount, if applicable
• Court date, if set, plus the court name and location
• Previous arrests in this jurisdiction, conviction details, and sentence

  • Note that not all this information will be included. Most booking records and jail inmate rosters contain only the basic information such as name, date of arrest and the criminal charge.
  • The amount and quality of the information depends on the state’s laws and the jail’s policies.

How often are jail booking records and rosters updated?

Most jails update their records at least once per day. Some booking information is updated as often as every 15 minutes in the roster. From the time a person is first arrested until when they are booked in the jail, it can be as short as a couple of hours, up to 24 hours, or even longer if they were arrested during a major event such as a protest or riot in which hundreds of people were arrested at the same time.

How do I find an inmate in the Allegheny County Jail?

There are seven ways to find an inmate in Allegheny County or the Allegheny County Jail:

1. Look them up on the official jail inmate roster.
2. Look them up on vinelink.com, a national inmate tracking resource.
3. Call the jail at 412-350-2000. This is available 24 hours a day.
4. Call local police departments in Allegheny County. Sometimes the local jails will hold recent arrestees for up to 72 hours before transporting them the Allegheny County Jail.
5. Check with the jails in neighboring counties and look up their rosters. It is always possible they were arrested there instead of Allegheny County.
6. Write or visit the jail and request information.
Allegheny County Jail
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

7. Do a search online using this person’s name, the town or city you think they were arrested in, and the crime you think they were arrested for. Sometimes the local newspaper, police department or sheriff’s office will have a daily police blotter published on their website as well.

How do I find an inmate in a Pennsylvania state prison?

You can find an inmate in the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections by searching for them on the State Prison Locator, Vinelink.com (a nationwide inmate locator resource), or by calling the Department of Corrections.

How do I find an inmate in federal prison?

  • The United States Bureau of Prisons maintains an up-to-date inmate locatorwhere you can look up any inmate that has been in federal prison from 1982 to the present day.
  • If they are currently in custody, you can see what institution they are in.
  • If they are in transport, meaning they are being shuttled from one prison to another, that information will not be available. If they are no longer in custody, it will list their discharge date.
  • Other information provided is their BOP Registry Number (inmate ID#), their race, age and release date.
  • If they are in custody, there are links to how to visitthem, sendthem money, communicating with them and sending the prison a concern you may have about them.

How do I find a detainee in an ICE facility?

  • The US Immigration and Custom’s Enforcement maintains an up-to-date online detainee locator of all foreign detainees aged 18 and older that are in the custody of ICE.
  • When searching by name, a detainee's first and last names are required and must be an exact match. When inputting a hyphenated last name into the Online Detainee Locator System, include the hyphen for the locator to find the individual (e.g., Doe-Smith).
  • You can also search by using an A-number (Alien Registration Number) if you have it at the same link. The A-Number must be exactly nine digits long. If the A-Number has fewer than nine digits, add zeros at the beginning.
  • You are also required to select the detainee's correct Country of Birth from the drop-down menu provided on the page.

NOTE: If an alien is arrested for a state crime, you will still be able to locate them in the police jail or the county jail where they were arrested. If it was a misdemeanor crime, they would do their time in the Allegheny County Jail or the county jail where they were arrested and convicted.
If they were convicted of a Pennsylvania state felony and sent to state prison, and not deported, then you can locate them in the Pennsylvania state prison system.

How do I find an inmate in juvenile detention?

In the United States, a juvenile is a person under the age of 18. If a juvenile is arrested for a crime, it is unlikely that their name will be publicly listed on an inmate search page or detention center roster, or will be released to the public. Only the juvenile’s parents or legal guardians will be given that information.

If the crime is a serious felony such as Capital Murder, some states will release their name to the public, either when they are first arrested or after they are convicted. However, in general, it is unlikely that an inmate who is a juvenile will have their name released in any public way.

How can I see if someone is in jail or prison in Allegheny County or the state of Pennsylvania?

For online searches, if you want to see if someone is in jail in Allegheny County.

If you want a list of all the other county jail inmate searches in Pennsylvania.

If you want a list of all the county jails in the United States.

If you want to look up an inmate in any of the Pennsylvania state prisons. To look up the prisons in Pennsylvania.

How do I get information on someone in jail in Allegheny County?

If you want detailed information on a particular inmate in in jail in Allegheny County, and you can’t find it online in the jail inmate roster, your only other option is to either call the jail at 412-350-2000, go to the jail in person and ask, or write them at:
Allegheny County Jail
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

That said, most jails will limit the amount of information that they give to the public about an inmate in their roster because the offender is considered innocent until proven guilty, and thus is afforded a certain amount of privacy.

Once an offender is convicted, you are far more likely to find out information about them.

If you are good at using Google, you can dig into a person’s past and learn as much information about anyone as someone in the media can.

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Who can I call to find an inmate in Allegheny County?

To find an inmate in custody or ask about their roster in Allegheny County call 412-350-2000 24 hours a day.

Does the jail or prison have to keep the inmate in the county or state where they are charged or convicted?

No. Even though 99.9% of all pre-trial and convicted inmates are kept in the state where they were arrested and/or convicted, they can be kept in any US jail or prison that will have them. This is seen in circumstances where a jurisdiction is overcrowded, or an inmate is moved for their safety. That said, a person must stand trial where they were arrested unless the presiding judge or prosecuting attorney agrees to move the offender’s trial to a different jurisdiction if it is likely they will not get a fair trial.

What if I can’t find an inmate and I know they are in custody in Allegheny County?

If you know an inmate is in custody in Allegheny County, and you can’t find them, it can mean one of several things:

1. Either you or the jail has the spelling of the inmate’s name inputted incorrectly.
2. The jail has not yet updated their booking information or roster.
3. The inmate has already been released.
4. The inmate has either been arrested or is being housed in another jail.
5. The inmate is underage; therefore, it is illegal to post their information, or the inmate you are trying to find had their age incorrectly listed as someone under age 18.

I know the person was arrested and in jail, but my search in the roster comes back as “no record found.” What happened?

Same answer as that above. If you know an inmate is in custody in Allegheny County, but your search comes back in the roster as “no record found.”, it can mean one of several things:

1. Either you or the jail has the spelling of the inmate’s name wrong.
2. The jail has not yet updated their booking information or roster.
3. The inmate has already been released.
4. The inmate has either been arrested or is being housed in another jail.
5. The inmate is underage; therefore it is illegal to post their information, or the inmate you are trying to find had their age incorrectly listed as someone under age 18.

I was released from jail in Allegheny County, but my record still shows. When will it go away?

If your record of arrest and booking is still showing online, even though you were released, it is because some jails allow that information to remain public indefinitely. Unfortunately, even though the charges against you may have been dropped, many jails will not erase that information from their public records voluntarily.

In a situation like this your only option will be to get an attorney and request they petition the court to force the jail to remove this information. That said, if you were in fact found guilty of the crime you were arrested for, it is unlikely they will remove the information surrounding your arrest and conviction.

An inmate’s family member just died; how can I let them know right away?

The death of a family member is one of the few times, if not the only time, that a jail will take a message for an inmate. Because of the sensitivity of the tragic news, when a family member has died, the news will be transmitted by a member of the clergy, a counselor or someone who is very high ranking within the jail.

Jail management understands that a sudden death of a loved one could cause a violent emotional response that jeopardizes the safety of staff or other inmates.

An inmate’s family member just died; will they be allowed to attend the funeral?

The death of a family member is one of the few times, if not the only time, that a jail will allow an inmate, whether it pre-trial or post-conviction, to be allowed outside of the jail. Even if they are allowed outside the jail, they will have to have atleast two armed escorts. An inmate attending a funeralis an extraordinary cost, use of staff and potential danger to the public. That is why it is rarely allowed.

This is not always the case though, and whether an inmate can attend a funeral depends on the inmate’s security classification, whether the jail has the staff to handle it, official jail policy, whether or not the inmate has an attorney that can push the right people, including the judge overseeing the inmate’s case, etc.

What determines whether an inmate is placed in low or high security facilities?

An inmate’s security classification depends on the following:

1. The inmate’s current crime.
2. The inmate previous crimes.
3. The inmate’s history for violence within the walls of the facility.
4. The inmate’s gang affiliation.
5. The jail's current distribution of inmates.

What information is available about an inmate?

The information that a jail or court releases publicly about an inmate depends on the laws in the state, the policy of the jail, and the sheriff’s or warden’s individual decision.

Jail booking records and rosters can include more or less, the following information:

• Full name of the inmate
• Inmate's physical characteristics (age, sex, height, weight, etc.)
• Inmate’s mugshot(s)
• Booking number, Inmate ID#, Jacket #, etc.
• Booking date and time
• Charges or offense details – the applicable statute
• Bond or bail amount, if applicable
• Court date, if set, plus the court name and location
• Previous arrests in this jurisdiction, conviction details, and sentence

What is vinelink.com?

Vinelink, which you will see referenced when discussing public information about offenders and inmates, is a national public roster that both allows the public to look up and see the person’s status, plus be able to track their movements, whether it involves being transferred from one facility to another or being released from custody.

The tracking feature is especially helpful for those who are victims of, or witnesses to, a crime and fear that the release of an offender may be dangerous to them or someone close to them.

Anyone can register with Vine to receive automated notifications via email, text or phone. It is available in 48 states and 2,900 jails and prisons.

Here is a short video explaining why it started and how it works.

How do I find old Allegheny County jail and inmate records from years ago?

To find jail records that go back many years really depends on how far you want to go back, however you would need to send a written request to the county sheriff as follows:
Allegheny County Sheriff
Att: Jail Records
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Let them know the inmate’s name, any aliases, date of birth, the date range that the inmate may have been incarcerated, the crime they were charged with/convicted of, and any other helpful information you can think of.

How can I have my jail record sealed?

To have your jail records sealed, you will have to have the crime you were convicted of expunged. You should know up front that not all crimes are eligible for expungement.
1. Hire a lawyer that specializes in expungement.
2. If your crime is eligible, they will contact the District Attorney's office in the judicial district where you were charged or convicted.
3. They will file a petition with the court where you were charged or convicted.
4. The entire process may take 1-2 years.

Where can I get Prison records from the state of Pennsylvania?

To get prison records from the state of Pennsylvania, you will need to send a written request to the state prison system in Pennsylvania.

Let them know the inmate’s name, any aliases, date of birth, the date range that the inmate may have been incarcerated, the crime they were charged with/convicted of, the name of the facility you believe they were incarcerated in, plus any other helpful information you can think of.

For inmate services and facility information such as:

  • Directions
  • Booking Process
  • Visiting an Inmate
  • Sending Money
  • Mailing
  • Emailing or Texting
  • Receiving phone calls
  • Bail Bond Information
  • Court Information

Click the links above, or the button below.

Allegheny County Jail Inmate Services Information

Phone: 412-350-2000

Physical Address:
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & DOC Number
Allegheny County Jail
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & DOC Number
Allegheny County Jail
950 Second Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Every year Allegheny County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain 55,320 offenders, and maintain an average of 2,766 inmates (county-wide) in their custody on any given day.

The weekly turnover rate of inmates is approximately 55%, meaning that every week more than half of these inmates are released and then replaced with new offenders being booked into jail.

The charts below break down the men, women, races, ethnicities and the types of crimes that people are arrested and incarcerated for in both Allegheny County and state prisons throughout the country. This information is compiled from local police and the Allegheny County Sheriff's Department, as well as the state of Pennsylvania and the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau.

If you are looking for a prisoner in Pennsylvania or Federal custody, click on the appropriate institution below.

If you are searching for an inmate being held in another county in Pennsylvania, click below.

STATE OF Pennsylvania COUNTY JAILS

If you are searching for a prisoner in a Pennsylvania State Prison click below.

Pennsylvania Prison Inmate Search

If you are searching for a United States Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate click below.

Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Search

For ICE Detainees (Immigration) being held at a detention facility in the United States, click below.

ICE Detainee Search

Allegheny County Inmate Race & Ethnicity - 7/23/2024

Race Inmates % Total
White 1,015 46.39%
Black 520 23.77%
Hispanic or Latino 194 8.87%
American Indian/Native Alaskan 96 4.39%
Asian 167 7.63%
Pacific Islander/Native Hawaiian 93 4.25%
Other 103 4.71%
Total 2,188 100.0%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Department, Pennsylvania Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Allegheny County Inmate Criminal Charges - 7/23/2024

(many inmates have multiple charges)

Charge Inmates % Total
Felony (3rd Degree) 652 29.80%
Felony (2rd Degree) 664 30.35%
Felony (1st Degree) 58 2.65%
State Jail Felony 23 1.05%
Felony (Uncategorized) 540 24.68%
Misdemeanor (Class A) 251 11.47%
Misdemeanor (Class C) 0 0.00%
Holds 0 0.00%
Uncategorized 0 0.00%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Department, Pennsylvania Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Allegheny County Inmate Sex - 7/23/2024

Sex Inmates % Total
Male 1,987 90.81%
Female 201 9.19%
Total 2,188 100.0%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Department, Pennsylvania Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Allegheny County Inmate Age - 7/23/2024

Age Inmates % Total
Under 18 9 0.41%
18-20 118 5.39%
21-24 245 11.20%
25-30 510 23.31%
31-35 331 15.13%
36-40 305 13.94%
41-45 304 13.89%
46-50 124 5.67%
51-55 107 4.89%
56-60 95 4.34%
61-65 23 1.05%
66-75 17 0.78%
76-85 0 0.00%
Total 2,188 100.0%

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Department, Pennsylvania Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

Demographic, Crime and Inmate data is compiled from public reports provided by the Allegheny County Sheriff’s Department, Pennsylvania Corrections, United States Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation and the United States Census Bureau.

  • Jail (Main): 412-350-2000
  • Adult Probation: 412-350-2320
  • Bail: 412-350-4732
  • Court Pretrial Services: 412-350-4732
  • Crime & Warrant Tips: 412-350-4714
  • Criminal Court: 412-350-5500
  • District Attorney: 412-350-4400
  • Drug Court: 412-350-7337
  • DUI Court: 412-350-6066
  • Juvenile: 412-665-4114
  • Juvenile Court: 412-350-4590
  • Pittsburgh Municipal Court: 412.350.6715
  • Pittsburgh Police: 412-323-7800
  • Public Defender: 412-350-2401
  • Reentry Resources: 412-661-1670 ext. 625
  • Victims Help: 412-392-8582
Allegheny County Jail, PA Inmate Search: Roster & Mugshots (2024)

FAQs

How do I find out if someone's in the Allegheny County Jail? ›

Incarcerated individual booking date information can be found by calling the Allegheny County Jail at 412-350-2000 or the Arraignment Court at 412-350-3240.

How to find out if someone is in jail in Pennsylvania? ›

Inmates incarcerated in the Pennsylvania Jail can be located on the Inmate/Parolee Locator for free. To begin, enter the preferred search criteria; this can be for parolee or inmate. The search procedure requirements include first name, last name, inmate number, gender, race, date of birth, and nationality.

What is the Pittsburgh jail called? ›

ACJ Overview

Built in 1995, the Allegheny County Jail (ACJ) is a high-rise, direct-supervision jail located in downtown Pittsburgh. Incarcerated individuals committed by the Courts are housed at the ACJ facility and at two alternative housing facilities.

Can you look up mugshots in PA? ›

If your loved one is in jail at a local correctional facility, you might be able to view their mugshot online or in person at the jail. To see a mugshot online, you need the inmate's name and the date of their arrest. Mugshots are public records, which means you should receive access to them.

How do I access local mugshots? ›

Your local police station should have arrest records for the city. Stop in during normal business hours to request a report. You may need to fill out a form and pay a processing fee. Arrest records are public records, so they should be generally available.

How do you check if someone you know went to jail? ›

Alternatively, requestors may use the 'Locate Inmate' tool available on the CDCR website. The search tool allows users to query the database by two required filters, CDCR number or Last name. A search by the last name typically yields a list of all inmates with that name.

How many people are in the Allegheny County Jail? ›

As of 9/6/24, the jail population (950 2nd Avenue & Alternative Housing) is 1,912, which is down 2% from one month ago and up 7% from one year ago. Press ESC to clear any mark selections.

Can you visit someone in Allegheny County Jail? ›

Potential visitors can then schedule visits online or by calling 855-208-7349. All visits must be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance. To be placed on visiting lists for multiple inmates, contact Chief Deputy Warden Jason Beasom at 412-350-2027.

How do I find out if someone has a criminal record in PA? ›

Online Request

The Pennsylvania State Police have established a web-based computer application called "Pennsylvania Access To Criminal History (PATCH)". Results are often received immediately when applied for online.

How do I locate an inmate in the US? ›

Locate or learn about an inmate

Use the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) inmate locator to find out when a prisoner is or was expected to be released. To learn more details about an inmate, find out how to submit a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to BOP.

What is a state sentence in PA? ›

In PA, a state sentence is one with a maximum of 2 years or more. The PA Board of Probation and Parole is the paroling and supervising authority in state sentences. A county sentence is one in which the maximum sentence is 2 years minus 1 day or less.

What is the oldest jail in Pennsylvania? ›

When Eastern State opened more than 180 years ago, it changed the world. Known for its grand architecture and strict discipline, this was the world's first true “penitentiary,” a prison designed to inspire penitence, or true regret, in the hearts of prisoners.

What are the female prisons in PA? ›

The State Correctional Institution at Muncy is a medium/maximum security facility for adult female offenders. It is located in the borough of Muncy, Lycoming County, approximately 18 miles east of Williamsport.

What does Penn mean in jail? ›

pen noun (ENCLOSED SPACE)

[ C ] a small area surrounded by a fence in which animals are kept, or slang a prison or jail.

What app shows local mugshots? ›

JailBase app lets users search for mugshots, arrest records using facial recognition.

How do I look up a police report in Pittsburgh? ›

How to Obtain a Copy of a Police Report: The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police Central Records and Reporting Unit (CRRU) is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The address is 660 First Avenue, 3rd floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219. All police reports are $15 - check or money order only.

How to find out if you have a warrant in Allegheny County, PA? ›

IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A WARRANT, CRIMINAL OR OTHERWISE, YOU MUST SHOW UP IN-PERSON AT THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE. THE SHERIFF'S OFFICE DOES NOT GIVE OUT WARRANT INFORMATION OVER THE PHONE. Sheriff's Warrant Office Local & Nationwide for Law Enforcement & Criminal Justice Agencies ONLY obtaining warrant information.

How do I find divorce records in Allegheny County, PA? ›

Certified copies of a divorce decree can be obtained at the Allegheny County Department of Court records. Consult https://dcr.alleghenycounty.us/for instructions, fees, and hours. Divorce pleadings are filed at Allegheny County Department of Court Records, (not the Allegheny County Family Division).

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