Cuyahoga County, Ohio Inmate Search

Cuyahoga County operates a single primary adult detention facility, the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center (CCCC). This facility houses individuals arrested within the county. An inmate search in Cuyahoga County is the process of locating an incarcerated individual or obtaining custody details for someone held at the jail. This search is conducted through the Sheriff’s office, which oversees inmate custody and maintains official incarceration records.

A typical inmate search may produce details such as the individual’s full name, physical description (including age, gender, and race), booking date and time, current custody status, listed charges, and bond or bail information.

How to Find an Inmate in Cuyahoga County Jail

The Sheriff’s office offers several ways for the public to locate an inmate held at the Correctional Center or at affiliated facilities. Available methods include the following:

• Mobile Application : The Cuyahoga Sheriff’s Office provides a free mobile application for remote access. The app includes a daily inmate roster and related custody details. Users only need to download the application to begin searching.
• In-Person Inquiries: Members of the public may visit the Sheriff’s office during regular business hours to request information about individuals in custody. Staff may require specific identifying details (such as an inmate’s name or number) to conduct a search.
• Mail and Phone Inquiries: Inmate information can also be requested by submitting a written inquiry to the Sheriff’s office. Requests generally require identifying information or a relevant date range and should include a self-addressed envelope for responses. In addition, the Sheriff’s office can be contacted by phone to make general inquiries about inmates.

The Sheriff’s office and Correctional Center are located at the same address:

1215 West 3rd Street

Cleveland, Ohio 44113

How to Use the Cuyahoga County Jail Roster

The Cuyahoga County jail roster is available to the public and can be accessed through various channels, including online, in person, by mail, or by phone through the Sheriff’s office.

For online access, the Sheriff’s office provides a mobile application that must be downloaded before use. The app is coded for both Android and iOS systems and can be found on the Google Play Store or the App Store. After installation, the inquirer can open the app and select the "inmate/jail information" option on the home screen. The search tool allows users to enter an inmate’s name, after which the system displays records that match the search criteria.

What Information is Included in the Cuyahoga County Inmate Roster

A publicly accessible inmate roster, the Cuyahoga County roster included, typically provides limited (but essential) information about individuals held in custody. This includes

Personal information: Public rosters commonly display basic identifying data that does not violate open records restrictions. This may include the inmate’s full name, age, race, and sex, and in some cases, physical descriptors such as height and weight. Booking photographs are often included.

Booking Information: Rosters list the date and time of booking. These details support recordkeeping and allow the public to understand when an arrest occurred and how long an individual has been in custody.

Booking Number: A unique identifier assigned to inmates during their booking.

Custody Status: This section indicates whether the individual remains detained, is housed at a specific facility, or has been released.

Charges: All offenses associated with the arrest or conviction. The listed charges often reflect the severity and nature of the alleged conduct.

Additional Case Details: Some rosters also provide court-related information, such as scheduled hearing dates, bail or bond amounts, and any assessed fines or fees, whether pending or paid.

Although much of this information is available under the Ohio Open Records Law, disclosure is not unlimited. Section 5120.21 of the Ohio Revised Code restricts access to certain records, including inmate medical files, juvenile inmate information, informant statements, and recordings of inmate telephone calls. These materials are accessible only to authorized personnel within the criminal justice system.

Contact Details for Cuyahoga County Jail or Sheriff’s Office

Members of the public can contact jail staff or obtain official information in several ways. The jail facility is administered by the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office, which is the primary contact for inquiries.

The Sheriff’s office and the jail are located at the same address. Individuals may visit in person, contact the office by phone, submit written correspondence by mail, or send inquiries via email.

Cuyahoga County Sheriff

1215 West 3rd Street

Cleveland, Ohio 44113

Email: shcuy@cuyahogacounty.gov

For general inquiries related to the Sheriff’s office or jail operations, the main office can be reached at (216) 443-6000.

Requests for official records or warrant-related information should be directed to the Records and Warrants Division at (216) 443-6100.

Individuals seeking booking information for recently admitted inmates may contact the jail’s booking desk directly at any of the following numbers:

• (216) 698-4820
• (216) 515-8348
• (216) 698-6430

Additional inmate updates and commonly requested information are available through the Sheriff’s official website and the Sheriff’s mobile application, which includes a frequently asked questions section.

Summary Contact Information for the Cuyahoga County Jail and Sheriff’s Office:

Category	Contact Details
General Information	(216) 443-6000
Records and Warrants Division	(216) 443-6100
Booking Desk	(216) 698-4820, (216) 515-8348, or (216) 698-6430
Visitation	(216) 443-5575
Inmates Updates	Sheriff’s mobile application

Jail Facility Overview in Cuyahoga County

The primary detention facility in Cuyahoga County is the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center, located in Cleveland. This large-scale facility consists of two housing towers, commonly referred to as Jail I and Jail II, and includes both traditional cell housing and open-bay dormitory units. The CCCC confines individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, as well as those serving custodial sentences.

The Corrections Center provides essential medical care and limited rehabilitative programming, operating as a full-service detention facility. It processes more than 26,000 individuals annually and has a maximum operational capacity of approximately 2,500 inmates at any given time. The facility functions as an all-level security institution, overseen by the Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office and administratively managed by the Chief of Corrections and the Associate Warden. Male and female inmates are housed separately within designated areas of the facility.

In addition to the adult jail, Cuyahoga County operates a Juvenile Justice Center (JJC) overseen by the Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court, also located in Cleveland. This center houses a 180-bed secure detention facility for youth (CCJDC). The CCJDC includes residential living units, classrooms for educational instruction, recreational spaces, and comprehensive medical and mental health services.

Agency	Office and Mail Address	Phone Number	Office Hours	Email
Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office	1215 West 3rd Street Cleveland, OH 44113	(216) 443-6000	8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays through Fridays	Office of the Sheriff Cuyahoga County
Cuyahoga County Corrections Center	1215 West 3rd Street Cleveland, OH 44113	No general administrative number; inquiries should be directed to the booking desk at (216) 698-4820, (216) 515-8348, or (216) 698-6430	No standard public office hours	No public email available
Juvenile Justice Center	9300 Quincy Avenue Cleveland, OH 44106	(216) 443-8400	No standard public office hours	No public email listed

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Cuyahoga County Corrections Center

Members of the public, including family and friends, may deposit funds for inmates housed at the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center through several approved methods. These funds are used primarily for commissary purchases.

Money may be added using the following options:

• Approved Private Service Providers: The Sheriff’s office authorizes specific contractors to process inmate deposits. These providers offer step-by-step instructions, often available online, to guide users through the payment process.
• Online Deposits: The Sheriff’s mobile application includes instructions for funding an inmate’s commissary account electronically.
• On-Site Kiosk: A payment kiosk is available in the facility’s lobby for in-person deposits.
• Contact Agents: Authorized agents are available by phone to assist with adding money to an inmate’s account.

To complete a deposit, the sender must provide accurate identifying information for the inmate, such as the inmate’s full name and identification number.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

Cuyahoga County manages multiple correctional facilities, each serving a distinct function and having varying degrees of public access to inmate information.

In addition to the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center and the Juvenile Justice Center, the county also houses the Community-Based Correctional Facility, commonly known as the McDonnell Center. The McDonnell Center accommodates adult males convicted of felony offenses who are not subject to mandatory prison sentences, as well as incarcerated individuals granted judicial release. Unlike traditional jails, this facility typically limits placements to a maximum duration of six months.

Public access to inmate records varies by facility. Information on individuals held at the Cuyahoga County Corrections Center is publicly accessible per Ohio’s Open Records Law. In contrast, offender records held by the Juvenile Justice Center are restricted under Ohio Administrative Code 5139-37-07 and are available only to authorized parties. Similarly, inmate information for the McDonnell Center is not released to the public. While members of the public may contact the Juvenile Justice Center or the McDonnell Center to inquire about individuals, neither facility provides a public jail roster.

Facility	Public Jail Roster Availability	Method of Access
Cuyahoga County Corrections Center	Available to the public	The Sheriff’s mobile application
Juvenile Justice Center	Not available to the public	Direct inquiries only
Community-Based Correctional Facility	Not available to the public	Direct inquiries only

Cuyahoga County Visitation Rules and Schedules

The Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office offers multiple visitation options for individuals incarcerated at the county jail, including video visitation (onsite and remote) and in-person visitation conducted behind glass. Attorneys are also permitted to visit. All visitation types operate on established schedules and are governed by specific rules that visitors must follow.

General Visitation Guidelines

Visitors must comply with all Sheriff’s office requirements. Failure to follow these rules may result in the denial or termination of visitation privileges.

Video Visitation (Onsite and Remote)

• Visitors must create a user account before scheduling a visit.
• All video visits are monitored and recorded.
• Visitors are prohibited from recording visit sessions.
• Each visit accommodates a maximum of 2 adults and 2 children.

Additional visiting rules are published on the Sheriff’s Registration & Visitation page.

In-Person Visitation (Behind Glass):

• Visits must be scheduled a minimum of 48 hours in advance.
• Visitors bringing minors must complete an "authorization for a minor child visitation" form.
• Children under 5 years old are not permitted.
• Minors over 5 years old must be accompanied by a legal guardian, who must provide proof of the child’s age.
• Visitors must present a valid identification, such as a government-issued identity card or passport.
• In-person and video visits may not be scheduled for the same time.
• Visitors must arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow for check-in procedures.

Dress Code and Prohibited Items

Visitors are required to follow the established dress and safety standards:

• No tight-fitting or revealing clothing.
• Shoes are required at all times.
• Heels and open-toed footwear are not permitted for safety reasons.
• Tank tops, spaghetti straps, muscle shirts, and tube tops are prohibited.
• Visitors may not bring contraband items, including firearms, alcoholic beverages, or narcotics.

Additional expectations and prohibited conduct are outlined in the Sheriff’s Office visitor handbook (available on the Registration & Visitation page).

For additional questions regarding behind-glass visitation, inquiries may be sent to BehindGlass@cuyahogacounty.gov

Cuyahoga County Inmate Visitation Schedule

Visit Type	Time and Day	Duration	Cost
On-site video visits	Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.	20 minutes per inmate; once per week for adult inmates, and twice per week for juvenile inmates	Free
Remote video visits	Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m, 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	25 minutes per session; unlimited sessions, but based on availability	$4 per visit
In-person (behind glass)	Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 a.m.	As scheduled	No charge

Mailing and Commissary Information

The Cuyahoga County Correctional Center does not accept personal mail sent directly to inmates. Instead, personal correspondence must be sent through a county-approved private service provider for a fee. When mail is received by the provider, it is digitally scanned and made available to the inmate for viewing on facility kiosks or tablets.

To prevent delays or returns, envelopes must be clearly and correctly addressed. Senders who wish to receive a reply may include a stamped, self-addressed envelope. Only items that can be digitally scanned are permitted. Oversized paper exceeding 14x8 inches and all non-paper materials are not accepted. Money orders are also prohibited.

Legal correspondence and approved publications are handled differently and must be mailed directly to the facility using the format below:

Full name

Address

City, State, Zip code

Inmate ID number

Cuyahoga County Correctional Facility

1215 West, 3rd Street

Cleveland, OH 44113

Family members and friends who want to add funds to an inmate’s commissary account can use the Sheriff’s mobile application, which provides current instructions and related information.