Lorain County Released Inmates
Lorain County released inmates records are kept by the sheriff's office in Elyria. With a population over 309,000 and 17 cities in the county, the Lorain County Jail processes a high volume of bookings and releases each year. The sheriff's office posts a public inmate roster that gets updated weekly. If you need to find someone who was booked into the jail or who has since been released, this page covers all the search tools and local resources for Lorain County. State prison records are also available through the free ODRC search.
Lorain County Overview
Lorain County Jail and Released Inmates
The Lorain County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in Elyria under Sheriff Phil R. Stammitti. This is a minimum to maximum security facility that holds adult offenders charged with misdemeanor or felony offenses. All inmates are either serving their sentence, awaiting trial, or awaiting transfer to state or federal prison. The jail has a capacity of 422 male and female inmates. It includes medical staff, mental health staff, an infirmary, a full-scale laundry facility, a professional kitchen, a library, and contract commissary service.
When an inmate finishes their time or posts bond, the sheriff's office processes the release. All booking and release data stays on file. You can reach the office at 440-329-3709 for released inmates information. The jail is at 9896 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035.
The office has three main divisions: corrections, law enforcement, and K9. The corrections division handles all jail operations including booking, housing, and release processing for Lorain County inmates.
| Office | Lorain County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Sheriff | Phil R. Stammitti |
| Address | 9896 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035 |
| Phone | 440-329-3709 |
| Website | loraincountysheriff.com |
Lorain County Inmate Roster Search
The Lorain County Jail maintains a public inmate roster updated weekly. Inmates are listed in alphabetical order with name, date of birth, booking date, booking number, and charges. This roster shows who is currently in custody. For released inmates, the roster may not keep old entries, so you might need to contact the sheriff's office directly.
The state-level search is another route. The ODRC Offender Search covers anyone sent to an Ohio state prison from Lorain County. It is free. You can search by name, offender number, or county of commitment. Results include current and past inmates, including those who have been released, paroled, or placed on post-release control. Mugshots, criminal charges, and sentence details are all available through this tool.
The Lorain County violent crime rate was 380 per 100,000 in 2021. That means the jail sees steady traffic. Keeping up with released inmates data can be tricky when the roster only shows current inmates. For a broader search, try the Ohio.gov offender search portal which links to the same ODRC database.
Note: The weekly roster update means there can be a short delay before new bookings or releases appear on the Lorain County list.
Lorain County Jail Visitation and Mail
If you are trying to reach someone at the Lorain County Jail, all visits happen through a video monitoring system. Visitors must create an account on the ICSolutions website first. General population visitation hours run seven days a week: 8:30 am to 11:30 am, 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, and 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Isolation and medical pods have different schedules as set by the facility.
Inmates can receive mail from friends and family. Acceptable items include letters, white postage pre-paid postcards, softcover books, magazines, and newspapers sent directly from publishers or reputable retailers. All mail goes to: Inmate Name, C/O Lorain County Jail, 9896 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035. Funds can be added to inmate commissary accounts online through AccessCorrections or by phone at 866-345-1884. You need the inmate's full name and facility location.
Lorain County Released Inmates Court Records
The Lorain County Clerk of Courts is responsible for releasing records on criminal and civil charges. Their office is at 225 Court Street, Elyria, OH 44035. You can call (440) 329-3627 to ask about specific cases. Court records often indicate custody status and facility location, making them useful for tracking released inmates in Lorain County.
The Elyria Municipal Court at 601 Broad Street handles misdemeanor cases and traffic offenses in the Elyria area. Common Pleas Court handles felonies. Both types of cases can result in jail time and produce records that tie back to the inmate's booking data. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, most court records are public. You do not need to be a party to the case to request copies.
The Lorain County Government offices are at 226 Middle Avenue in Elyria. They can point you to the right department for any records request related to released inmates.
Ohio Laws on Released Inmates
Ohio law governs how released inmates records are handled in all 88 counties, including Lorain. Under ORC Section 5120.21, the ODRC must keep a record for every inmate showing their name, residence, sex, age, date of entry, and the date and terms of discharge. The department shares the inmate's name, convictions, photo, supervision status, facility placements, and disciplinary history with the public.
The Ohio Public Records Act in ORC Section 149.43 gives anyone the right to request government records. No ID needed. No reason required. Public offices must respond promptly and provide copies at cost. Inmate medical records, security plans, and victim impact statements are kept confidential. For Lorain County released inmates data, you can send a public records request to the sheriff's office or the county government.
Parole falls under ORC Section 2967.01. A parolee stays under supervision until they get a final release. Community control is covered by ORC Section 2929.15. A judge can sentence a felony offender to community control for up to five years instead of prison.
Lorain County Inmate Notification
VINE is a free service that lets you track an inmate's custody status in Lorain County. You sign up for alerts by phone, text, or email. When the inmate's status changes, you get a notification. That includes release from jail or transfer to another facility. VINE covers county jails and state prisons across Ohio. It is open to anyone.
The Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation also provides criminal background check services. The fee is $22 per request. You need the person's full name, a valid address, fingerprints, and a signed consent form. BCI has offices in London, Bowling Green, Richfield, and Youngstown.
Cities in Lorain County
Lorain County has 17 cities. These major cities have their own released inmates pages with local details.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Lorain County. If you are not sure where someone was held, check the neighboring county too.