Monroe County Released Inmates
Monroe County released inmates records are kept by the sheriff's office in Woodsfield. This small, rural county sits in eastern Ohio along the Ohio River. The sheriff operates the county jail and maintains all booking and release data. If you need to find someone who was held in the Monroe County Jail or who has since been released, the sheriff's office is your primary contact. This page covers both local and state-level search tools for released inmates in Monroe County.
Monroe County Overview
Monroe County Sheriff and Jail
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail in Woodsfield. The office is at 101 S. Main Street, Woodsfield, OH 43793. Call (740) 472-1612 for inmate information. People arrested in Monroe County are booked into this facility. The jail holds inmates awaiting trial, serving short sentences, or waiting for transfer to state prison.
The sheriff's office website at monroesheriff.com provides information about the department and its services. The screenshot below shows the sheriff's office site where you can find contact details and local resources for released inmates in Monroe County.
When an inmate finishes their sentence or posts bond, the sheriff's office processes the release. Every booking produces a record with the arrest date, charges, bond amount, and custody status. Release date and conditions are added when the person leaves.
| Office | Monroe County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 101 S. Main Street, Woodsfield, OH 43793 |
| Phone | (740) 472-1612 |
| Website | monroesheriff.com |
Search Monroe County Released Inmates
For local jail records, call the Monroe County Sheriff at (740) 472-1612. They can tell you if someone was booked, what the charges were, and when they were released. You can also visit the office in person at 101 S. Main Street in Woodsfield during business hours.
For state prison records, the ODRC Offender Search is free and covers anyone committed to state prison from Monroe County. You can search by name, offender number, or county of commitment. The system shows current and past inmates, including those who have been released, paroled, or on post-release control. Mugshots, charges, and sentence details are all there. The Ohio.gov offender search portal links to the same ODRC database.
Monroe County is one of the smaller counties in Ohio. The jail processes fewer bookings and releases than urban counties. That can work in your favor. The staff at the sheriff's office may be able to find records faster since the volume is lower.
Monroe County Government Resources
The Monroe County government website provides links to county offices and services. The screenshot below shows the county government portal where you can find additional resources related to released inmates and public records.
The county government offices in Woodsfield can direct you to the right department for public records requests. If you need released inmates data that the sheriff's office cannot provide, the county government may be able to help point you in the right direction.
Monroe County Court Records
The Monroe County Clerk of Courts handles criminal case records at 101 S. Main Street, Woodsfield, OH 43793. Call (740) 472-1654 for case details. Court files include charges, hearing dates, and dispositions. The court and the jail are both on Main Street in Woodsfield, which makes it convenient to check both in one trip.
Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, most court records in Monroe County are public. You do not need to be part of the case to request copies. Common Pleas Court handles felonies. Local courts deal with misdemeanors. Court records show the full timeline from charges to sentencing, which helps track released inmates in Monroe County.
Note: In a small county like Monroe, the clerk's office and sheriff's office are close together, so you can check both in one visit.
Ohio Laws on Released Inmates
Under ORC Section 5120.21, the Ohio DRC keeps a record for every state prison inmate. The record includes 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, and facility placements with the public. These rules apply to released inmates from Monroe County who served time in state prison.
The Ohio Public Records Act under ORC Section 149.43 makes government records in Monroe County available to anyone who asks. No ID or reason needed. Parole under ORC Section 2967.01 keeps released inmates under supervision until final release. Community control under ORC Section 2929.15 is the probation alternative for felony offenders.
Monroe County Inmate Alerts
VINE is a free tool that lets you track an inmate's custody status in Monroe County. Sign up for alerts by phone, text, or email. When the inmate is released or transferred, you get notified. VINE covers county jails and state prisons across Ohio. It is open to anyone, not just crime victims.
The Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation offers criminal background checks for $22 per request. You need the person's full name, address, fingerprints, and a signed consent form. This service can turn up records beyond what the free ODRC search shows for released inmates in Monroe County.
Monroe County Public Records
Getting released inmates records in Monroe County starts with a request to the right office. The sheriff handles jail records. The clerk of courts keeps case files. Both offices sit in Woodsfield. Walk-in requests are the fastest way. Call first to check hours. You can also send a written request by mail.
Under Ohio law, public offices must respond to records requests promptly during regular business hours. They can charge for copies but not for looking at records. If an office denies your request, they must give you a written reason with the legal basis for the denial. You do not need to say who you are or why you want the records. Monroe County offices are in Woodsfield. The sheriff at 101 S. Main Street handles jail records for all released inmates from the county.
For state prison records on released inmates from Monroe County, send your request to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. The ODRC can share the inmate's name, convictions, photo, supervision status, and facility history. Medical records and security data stay sealed under ORC Section 5120.21.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Monroe County in eastern Ohio. Check them if you are not sure where someone was held.