Cuyahoga County Released Inmates
Cuyahoga County released inmates records are managed by the sheriff's department in Cleveland. This is Ohio's second most populous county and sits along Lake Erie in the northeast part of the state. The Cuyahoga County corrections system handles thousands of inmates each year across multiple facilities. If you need to find someone who was booked into the Cuyahoga County Jail or check on a released inmate, several tools are available. The sheriff's department runs an online lookup, a mobile app, and a phone line for inmate records. This page covers all the ways to search for released inmates in Cuyahoga County, Ohio.
Cuyahoga County Overview
Cuyahoga County Corrections System
The Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department operates one of the largest corrections systems in Ohio. The main facility is at 1215 West 3rd Street in Cleveland. It is a maximum-security jail that houses both male and female inmates. The system has a total capacity of about 1,800 inmates. As of March 2026, the facility held 1,581 inmates. The jail provides educational services, substance abuse treatment, and religious services to people in custody.
You can reach the main jail at (216) 443-6000. The Records Division has its own line at (216) 443-6155.
The Cuyahoga County corrections system also runs two satellite facilities. The Bedford Heights Jail at 5661 Perkins Road in Bedford Heights holds minimum and medium-security male inmates. You can call that location at (440) 786-3254. The Euclid Jail at 545 East 222nd Street in Euclid houses minimum-security male inmates and runs work release programs. Their number is (216) 289-2800. The Cuyahoga County Juvenile Detention Center at 9300 Quincy Avenue in Cleveland is a separate facility run by the Juvenile Court, reachable at (216) 443-3300.
Inmates booked into any Cuyahoga County facility get a record that shows booking date, charges, bond amount, facility location, and custody status. When someone gets released, the date and terms of release are added. The jail primarily houses pre-trial detainees and people serving sentences of up to 18 months for misdemeanors and low-level felonies. More serious felony convictions lead to transfer to state prison.
| Office | Cuyahoga County Sheriff's Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 1215 West 3rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44113 |
| Main Phone | (216) 443-6000 |
| Records Division | (216) 443-6155 |
| Website | cuyahogacounty.us |
Cuyahoga County Sheriff App
In July 2025, Cuyahoga County launched "The Sheriff App" for Apple and Android devices. The app updates every hour with the latest jail roster. It shows who is booked into the Cuyahoga County Jail along with their photograph, charges, age, race, gender, and booking date and time. The county's Board of Control approved an $84,000 contract to support the app for three years.
The app does more than just show current inmates. It also includes an interactive map of registered sex offenders in Cuyahoga County. You can submit crime tips through the app. It connects to VINE for victim notification alerts. There is also information about concealed carry weapon licensing and prescription drug drop box locations. Push notifications let you get alerts when new information comes in. For anyone tracking released inmates in Cuyahoga County, this app is one of the fastest ways to check current jail status.
Search Cuyahoga County Released Inmates
Multiple ways exist to search for released inmates in Cuyahoga County. The online inmate lookup through the sheriff's department lets you enter a first and last name. You can add a date of birth or booking number for more precise results. The system shows custody status, charges, and which facility the person is in. For released inmates, you may need to use a different method since the online tool focuses on current inmates.
By phone, call the Records Division at (216) 443-6155. Give the inmate's full legal name and date of birth. They can check records for both current and released inmates. In person, visit the Records Division at 1215 West 3rd Street in Cleveland. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Bring a valid ID and fill out a request form. You can also mail a written request to the same address. Include the inmate's full name, date of birth, and what specific information you need.
The ODRC Offender Search is the state-level tool for anyone sent to Ohio state prison from Cuyahoga County. It is free. Search by name, offender number, or county of commitment. Results show current and past inmates, parole status, and post-release control details. The Ohio.gov offender search portal links to the same tool.
Note: The Cuyahoga County inmate lookup focuses on current inmates, so call the Records Division for information on people who have already been released.
Cuyahoga County Inmate Data
The Cuyahoga County Jail held 1,581 inmates as of March 2026. The largest age group is 25 to 30 years old, making up about 25% of the jail population with 401 inmates. The 31 to 35 age group comes next at roughly 18% with 280 inmates. People aged 21 to 24 account for about 12% of the population. The 36 to 40 group holds 14% and those aged 41 to 45 make up around 10%. These numbers shift daily as people are booked in and released.
Inmate records in Cuyahoga County include the person's current custody status and location, their full legal name, booking photograph, booking date and time, charges filed and case numbers, bond and bail amounts, scheduled court appearances, expected release date if sentenced, and housing facility information. Protected information that is not available to the public includes Social Security numbers, medical and mental health records, confidential informant data, records that could put facility security at risk, and most juvenile records.
Cuyahoga County Court Records
The Cuyahoga County Clerk of Courts provides online case lookup for criminal cases. You need to agree to the terms of service before searching. Searches work by defendant name, case number, or attorney name. The system shows criminal case logs, charges, court schedules, case progression updates, and judicial entries. The clerk's office is at 1200 Ontario Street in Cleveland. Call (216) 443-7950 for help.
Court records tie directly to released inmates data. When a case ends in conviction and jail time, the court file shows the sentence details. For released inmates, the disposition record confirms what happened and what terms apply after release. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, most court records are public and anyone can request copies. One thing to know is that domestic violence cases are not shown in the online system due to federal law. Some other sensitive data may also be hidden from public view.
Released Inmates Laws in Cuyahoga
Ohio law governs how released inmates records work in Cuyahoga County. Under ORC Section 5120.21, the ODRC must keep a record for every inmate with their name, residence, sex, age, date of entry, and the date and terms of discharge. The department can share the inmate's name, convictions, photo, supervision status, and facility history with the public.
The Ohio Public Records Act in ORC Section 149.43 gives anyone the right to request government records. No ID or reason required. In Cuyahoga County, send a public records request to the sheriff's department, the county government at 2079 East 9th Street in Cleveland, or the clerk of courts. Public offices must respond promptly and provide copies at cost. Inmate medical records, security plans, and victim impact statements are exempt.
Parole falls under ORC Section 2967.01. Community control is covered by ORC Section 2929.15. Both statutes apply to released inmates from Cuyahoga County who are under supervision.
Cuyahoga County Released Inmates Contacts
Cuyahoga County has many offices and departments tied to the criminal justice system. Knowing which number to call can save you time when looking up released inmates. The Common Pleas Criminal Court can be reached at (216) 443-8560 for case information. County Probation is at (216) 443-7900 if you need to check on someone under community control.
The County Prosecutor's office is at (216) 443-7800. They handle both criminal prosecution and crime victim services at the same number. The Public Defender's office is at (216) 443-7223. Juvenile Court is at (216) 443-8400 for cases involving minors. For the Parma Detention Center, which also serves as a city jail within Cuyahoga County, call 440-885-1234. Parma's facility houses arrestees charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes. Visitation there runs Tuesday and Thursday from 9am to 12pm and 6pm to 9pm, Saturday from 10am to 6pm, and Sunday from 6pm to 9pm.
Cuyahoga Inmate Notification
VINE is a free service that lets you track an inmate's custody status in Cuyahoga County. Sign up for alerts by phone, text, or email. When the inmate's status changes, you get a notice right away. That includes release from jail or transfer to another facility. VINE is also built into The Sheriff App, so you can get notifications through the app as well.
The Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation provides background checks for $22. You need the person's full name, an address, fingerprints, and a signed consent form. BCI has offices in London, Bowling Green, Richfield, and Youngstown. The Richfield office is the closest to Cuyahoga County.
Cities in Cuyahoga County
Several major cities in Cuyahoga County have their own pages with local released inmates information.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Cuyahoga County. If you are not sure where someone was held, check the neighboring county.