West Virginia Inmate Search

The West Virginia corrections system is comprised of both state-run and federal prisons, as well as county jails. Inmate records are made available to the public through a variety of resources.

If you are looking to search for an inmate in West Virginia, you can use the West Virginia Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (WVDCR) Offender Search tool. This tool allows you to search for inmates currently incarcerated in the state's correctional facilities.

To search for an inmate using the WVDCR Offender Search tool, follow these steps:

1. Visit the WVDCR Offender Search website at https://apps.wv.gov/OIS/OffenderSearch/RJA/Offender.
2. Enter the inmate's last name or first and last name in the search fields provided. You can also search for an inmate using their offender ID number.
3. Click the "Search" button to perform your search.
4. The search results will provide you with a list of inmates that match your search criteria. You can click on an inmate's name to view more information, including their mugshot, offense information, sentence information, and facility location.

VINELink is an online resource that allows victims and concerned citizens to easily search for inmate information. It provides up-to-date information on the status of inmates held in state and county correctional facilities.

For those seeking federal prison inmate records, the Federal Bureau of Prisons website provides search capabilities for inmates held in federal custody. Information provided includes an inmate’s name, registration number, facility address and phone number, as well as their release date.

County jails also have their own inmate lookup systems, with information such as the name of the jail and contact details. In addition to providing inmate records, county jails typically provide information about inmates’ charges, convictions, and sentences, as well as any court hearings or upcoming parole hearings.

Types of Correctional Facilities in West Virginia

West Virginia Prisons and Jails