Crawford County Released Inmates
Crawford County released inmates records come from the sheriff's office in Bucyrus. The county is in north-central Ohio. If you are looking for someone booked into the Crawford County Jail or need to check if they have been released, the sheriff's office keeps those records. Call them at (419) 562-7906 or visit the jail at 182 E. Mansfield Street. For people sent to state prison from Crawford County, the ODRC Offender Search is a free online tool. This page explains every way to search for released inmates in Crawford County.
Crawford County Overview
Crawford County Jail Released Inmates
The Crawford County Sheriff's Office operates the jail at 182 E. Mansfield Street in Bucyrus. This is where people arrested in Crawford County are booked and held. The jail houses inmates facing misdemeanor and felony charges. Some are pre-trial detainees waiting for their day in court. Others serve short sentences for lesser crimes. When an inmate posts bond or completes their sentence, the sheriff's office processes the release and keeps the record on file.
You can reach the Crawford County Sheriff at (419) 562-7906 for inmate questions.
Every person who comes through the Crawford County Jail gets a booking record. That file shows the date they came in, the charges, the bond amount, and their custody status. Release details get added when the person leaves. These records are public under Ohio law. You can get copies by calling, visiting the jail, or filing a written request with the sheriff's office in Bucyrus.
| Office | Crawford County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 182 E. Mansfield Street, Bucyrus, OH 44820 |
| Phone | (419) 562-7906 |
| Website | crawfordcountysheriff.com |
Search Crawford County Inmates
To look up released inmates in Crawford County, start with the sheriff's office. Their site may have a jail roster or inmate search function. Enter a name and see if the person shows up. For people already released, you may need to call (419) 562-7906 or go in person for the details.
The ODRC Offender Search is a free state-level tool that covers anyone sent to Ohio state prison from Crawford County. You search by name, offender number, or county. Results show current and former inmates, including those released, paroled, or on post-release control. It also lists mugshots, charges, and sentence info.
The Ohio.gov offender search portal connects to the same ODRC database and adds context. The state tool covers prison inmates only. For Crawford County Jail records, you need the sheriff's office.
Crawford County Court Records
The Crawford County Clerk of Courts maintains criminal case files. These records include charges, court dates, and how each case ended. The clerk's office is at 112 E. Mansfield Street in Bucyrus and can be reached at (419) 562-2766. For released inmates in Crawford County, the court disposition confirms the conviction, sentence, and any supervision terms that came with release.
Common Pleas Court handles felonies in Crawford County. Municipal courts take misdemeanor cases. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, most court records are public. Anyone can ask for copies. The Crawford County government site can also help direct you to the right office for your records request.
Note: Court records and jail records are separate systems, so check both the clerk and the sheriff for complete released inmates data.
Ohio Laws on Crawford Inmates
Ohio law governs released inmates records in all 88 counties. Under ORC Section 5120.21, the ODRC must keep records for every inmate showing name, residence, sex, age, date of entry, and discharge details. The department shares the inmate's name, convictions, photo, supervision status, and facility placements with the public.
The Public Records Act under ORC Section 149.43 gives anyone access to government records. No ID needed. No reason needed. In Crawford County, send a public records request to the sheriff or the county government at 112 E. Mansfield Street in Bucyrus. Medical records, security plans, and victim statements are kept confidential.
Crawford County Release Types
Inmates leave the Crawford County Jail through bond release, time served, or transfer to state prison. Bond release is most common for pre-trial cases. Time served means the sentence is done. Felony convictions with longer terms lead to transfer to the ODRC.
Parole is governed by ORC Section 2967.01. The Adult Parole Authority manages parolees until they get a final release. Post-release control works the same way. Community control is Ohio's probation, covered by ORC Section 2929.15. A judge can sentence a felony offender to community control for up to five years. A local probation officer handles oversight in Crawford County.
Crawford County Inmate Alerts
VINE is a free service for tracking inmates in Crawford County. Sign up for alerts by phone, text, or email. You get a notice when custody status changes, including release from jail or transfer. VINE covers county jails and state prisons across Ohio. It is open to anyone.
The Ohio Attorney General's BCI runs background checks for $22 per request. You need the person's full name, address, fingerprints, and a signed consent form. BCI checks pull from the statewide criminal database.
BCI has four offices in Ohio. They are in London, Bowling Green, Richfield, and Youngstown. You can mail forms or go in person. The check pulls from a state database that holds records from all 88 counties. It can show past arrests, convictions, and jail time that may not show up in a single county search. For Crawford County released inmates with a long criminal history, a BCI check is the most thorough option outside of the free ODRC tool. Keep in mind that BCI needs fingerprints and signed consent, so it takes more effort than a simple name search.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Crawford County. Check a neighbor if you are not sure where someone was held.