Perry County Released Inmates
Perry County released inmates records are kept by the sheriff's office in New Lexington. This central Ohio county also uses the Southeast Ohio Regional Jail for overflow inmates. If you need to find someone who was booked into the Perry County Jail or the regional facility, the sheriff is the first place to check. State prison records for Perry County inmates are also available online. This page shows you how to search for released inmates across all Perry County resources.
Perry County Overview
Perry County Sheriff and Jail
The Perry County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail in New Lexington. Arrests from across the county come through this facility. The jail holds inmates on misdemeanor and felony charges. When someone posts bond, completes a sentence, or gets transferred, the sheriff records the release. All booking and discharge data stays on file.
You can call the sheriff at (740) 342-4123. The office is at 185 Zanesville Street in New Lexington. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody or has been released. They keep records going back years. Walk-in visits are accepted during business hours.
| Office | Perry County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 185 Zanesville Street, New Lexington, OH 43764 |
| Phone | (740) 342-4123 |
| Website | perrysheriff.com |
Southeast Ohio Regional Jail
Perry County participates in the Southeast Ohio Regional Jail system. This shared facility serves several counties in the region, including Athens, Fairfield, Hocking, Jackson, Morgan, and Vinton. When the Perry County Jail runs out of space or an inmate needs to be housed elsewhere, the regional jail takes them. Released inmates records for those people may be held at the regional facility instead of the local jail.
The regional jail phone number is (740) 750-7950. If you cannot find a Perry County inmate through the sheriff's office, call the regional jail. The two systems work together but maintain separate records. Someone booked in Perry County could end up being released from the regional facility.
This setup is common across rural Ohio. Counties pool resources to manage jail populations. For Perry County released inmates, checking both locations gives you the best chance of finding a complete record.
Regional jail systems like this one help smaller counties handle inmates that exceed local capacity. Perry County uses this network to manage its jail population.
Search Perry County Released Inmates
The ODRC Offender Search covers anyone sent to state prison from Perry County. It is free. Search by name, offender number, or county of commitment. The system shows current and past inmates, including those on parole or post-release control. Mugshots and sentence details are included in the results.
For county jail data, call the Perry County Sheriff at (740) 342-4123. The staff can look up released inmates by name. They can tell you booking date, charges, and discharge date. You can also call the Southeast Ohio Regional Jail at (740) 750-7950 if the person may have been held at that facility.
The Ohio.gov offender portal links to the ODRC database. It only tracks state prison inmates. For county-level records, go through the sheriff or regional jail directly.
Note: Check both the Perry County Jail and the Southeast Ohio Regional Jail when searching for released inmates, as inmates can be held at either facility.
Perry County Court Records
The Perry County Clerk of Courts keeps criminal case records at 105 N. Main Street in New Lexington. Phone is (740) 342-1492. Court files show charges, hearing dates, plea deals, and sentencing outcomes. For released inmates, the disposition tells you how the case ended and what terms came with the sentence.
Common Pleas Court handles felonies in Perry County. Municipal court covers misdemeanors. Under Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43, court records are public. You can ask for copies without explaining why. The clerk charges a small fee.
Ohio Inmate Laws for Perry County
Under ORC Section 5120.21, the ODRC must keep records on every state prison inmate. That covers name, age, sex, entry date, and discharge terms. Perry County follows these state rules. The department shares conviction details, photos, and supervision status publicly.
The Public Records Act in ORC Section 149.43 gives anyone the right to request government records. No ID or reason needed. Offices respond during business hours. Medical records and victim statements stay confidential. Basic booking and release data for Perry County inmates is public.
Parole falls under ORC Section 2967.01. Released inmates from Perry County on parole stay under the Adult Parole Authority until final release. Community control under ORC Section 2929.15 lets judges sentence offenders to local probation for up to five years instead of prison time.
Perry County Inmate Tracking
VINE lets you track an inmate in Perry County for free. Sign up for alerts by phone, text, or email. When the inmate gets released or moved, you get a notification. VINE covers county jails and state prisons across Ohio.
The Ohio Attorney General's BCI provides criminal background checks for $22. You need the person's full name, fingerprints, and a signed consent form. BCI covers Perry County arrests and convictions in the statewide system.
Perry County Public Records
Getting released inmates records in Perry 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 New Lexington. 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. Perry County is part of the Southeast Ohio Regional Jail system. The sheriff handles local records and can direct you to the regional facility for additional data.
For state prison records on released inmates from Perry 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 Perry County. Check a neighbor if you are unsure where someone was held.