Across the United States. Find the right facility, understand the process, and get the details you need to stay connected.
Facility information. Live custody records are held by the responsible agency.
Choose a state to explore its jails and prisons. Know the facility already? Search by name above.
Select a state or use the alphabetical directory below.
50 states found
35 metro areas with at least 2 million residents. Choose a metro, then the county where the facility is located.
Metro population as of July 1, 2025. Source: U.S. Census Bureau Metro areas can cross county and state lines.
You do not need to understand the entire system to take the first step.
Find the facility by stateLegal name, date of birth, and where the arrest happened.
Start with the arresting agency. Ask who has custody now and which locator to use.
Write down the booking or register number and the current facility. Use both when asking for help.
A missing search result does not confirm release. Booking updates and transfers can take time to appear.
Practical preparation, right here. Select what you need to do, then check the local requirements in the facility guide.
Before choosing a day, confirm where the person is housed and whether visits require approval or an appointment. Use the instructions for that specific facility.
Plan a Rikers visit with the free DOC visitor bus, the Q100, registration windows and the visiting calendar. Know what to confirm before leaving home.
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A location is only part of the picture. The agency responsible for someone’s custody determines where to look and which rules apply.
Start with the county sheriff or city agency. Confirm the current holding location after an arrest or transfer.
Explore this directoryJail411 brings facility details and family guidance together. We explain the process here and connect you to the responsible service when a live record, appointment or transaction is needed.
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