Auglaize County Released Inmates
Auglaize County released inmates records are kept by the sheriff's office in Wapakoneta, Ohio. This small county in western Ohio processes bookings and releases through a single jail facility. Whether you are looking for someone currently held or trying to find details on a past inmate, the sheriff's office has that data. For people who went to state prison from Auglaize County, the ODRC Offender Search gives you free access to their full record. This page covers all your options for searching released inmates in Auglaize County.
Auglaize County Overview
Auglaize County Jail and Sheriff
The Auglaize County Sheriff's Office runs the jail at 1051 Dearbaugh Avenue, Wapakoneta, OH 45895. The phone number is (419) 739-6565. All arrests in Auglaize County go through this facility. The jail holds people waiting for trial and those serving short sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The sheriff's office provides inmate lookup services. You can check the website or call the office to ask about someone's custody status. Staff keep records on every person who comes through the jail. That includes the booking date, the charges, bond information, and when and how the person was released. If someone posted bail, that shows up too. The records stay on file even after the person leaves custody.
The Auglaize County Sheriff's Office website at auglaizesheriff.org is the first place to check for current jail roster data and inmate information.
The Auglaize County government offices can also help with records requests. They are at 209 S. Blackhoof Street in Wapakoneta.
| Office | Auglaize County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 1051 Dearbaugh Avenue, Wapakoneta, OH 45895 |
| Phone | (419) 739-6565 |
| Website | auglaizesheriff.org |
Search Auglaize County Released Inmates
For local jail records, contact the Auglaize County Sheriff at (419) 739-6565. The office handles inmate lookup requests by phone and in person. Current inmates may be listed on the sheriff's website. For past inmates who have been released, calling is the fastest way to get details.
The ODRC Offender Search is the best tool for state prison inmates. Search by name, offender number, or county of commitment. Results include mugshots, charges, sentence details, facility placements, and release status. If someone from Auglaize County went to state prison, this database will have their file. It is free and updated regularly.
The Ohio.gov offender search points to the same ODRC system. It makes clear that only state prison records are covered there. County jail data is only available through the Auglaize County Sheriff's Office.
Note: Search with just a last name first to avoid missing results due to name spelling differences in the system.
Auglaize County Court Records
The Auglaize County Clerk of Courts keeps criminal case records at 201 Willipie Street, Wapakoneta, OH 45895. The phone number is (419) 739-6765. These records cover felony and misdemeanor cases filed in Auglaize County courts. They include charges, hearing dates, verdicts, and sentences.
When a case results in jail or prison time, the court file connects to the inmate's custody record. For released inmates, the disposition shows what happened at the end of the case. That includes the conviction, the sentence, and any terms of supervision. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, these court records are public. Anyone can request them without showing ID or stating a reason. The clerk's office must respond promptly and charge only copy costs.
Released Inmates Laws in Auglaize County
Ohio law applies equally across all 88 counties. ORC Section 5120.21 makes the ODRC keep files on every state inmate. The public can see names, convictions, photos, supervision status, and facility data. Medical records and security info are private. For Auglaize County inmates sent to state prison, this law governs what you can find out about them.
You can file a public records request with the Auglaize County government for any county-held records about released inmates. The offices are at 209 S. Blackhoof Street in Wapakoneta. Under the Public Records Act, no ID or reason is needed. The office must respond during business hours. Copies cost a small fee.
Parole and post-release control fall under ORC Section 2967.01. Both are managed by the Adult Parole Authority, not local offices. Community control under ORC Section 2929.15 is supervised by a local probation officer in Auglaize County.
Auglaize County Inmate Release Types
People leave the Auglaize County Jail through several paths. Bond release is most common for people not yet convicted. They pay bail and go home until their court date. Time served means the sentence is done. Transfers send felony offenders to state prison where the ODRC takes over custody.
After prison, some people come back to Auglaize County on parole. Others serve a term of post-release control. Both mean the person lives in the community but is watched by the Adult Parole Authority. If they break the rules, they go back. Community control is another option judges use for felony offenders in Auglaize County. It works like probation and can last up to five years. A local officer handles the supervision.
Auglaize County Inmate Notification
VINE lets you track inmates in Auglaize County. Sign up for alerts by phone, text, or email. When an inmate's status changes, you get notified. That includes releases, transfers, and escapes. VINE covers county jails and state prisons across Ohio. It is free to use.
The Ohio Attorney General's BCI runs criminal background checks for $22 per request. You need the person's full name, address, fingerprints, and consent. This gives a formal report that covers more than a jail roster search. BCI has four offices across Ohio in London, Bowling Green, Richfield, and Youngstown.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Auglaize County. Check a neighbor if you think the arrest happened outside Auglaize.