Vanderburgh County Detention Center Inmate Search & Info
Find an Inmate, Check Booking Details and Handle What Comes Next
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff provides a live inmate lookup and a separate recent-bookings search. After finding the person, you can use this guide to work through bond, court, visitation, phone, money, mail and release questions.
Search Current Inmates Call Jail: 812-421-6200Vanderburgh County Jail Quick Information
The local detention facility is the Vanderburgh County Jail in Evansville. It is operated by the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office and can house up to 600 inmates.
3500 N. Harlan Avenue
Evansville, IN 47711
Use for jail, custody, release-date and bonding questions that require staff help.
Search the current jail population by name or browse by the first letter of the last name.
How to Search the Vanderburgh County Jail Inmate List
The Sheriff’s inmate lookup supports a name search and last-name filtering. Use it for current custody instead of relying on an old third-party inmate list.
Open the official inmate lookup
Go directly to the Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s inmate-search page.
Enter the person’s name
Search the legal name as accurately as possible. You can also browse using the first letter of the last name.
Open the matching record
Confirm that the name and identifying details match the person you are trying to locate.
Save the custody details
Keep the inmate information available before checking bond, court dates, phone services or other jail procedures.
Was the Person Just Arrested? Check Recent Bookings
Vanderburgh County maintains a separate recent-booking page. It is useful when you know an arrest occurred but you are unsure whether the person has fully entered the regular jail population.
Use Recent Booking Records
The page can be searched by name and filtered alphabetically by last name.
Check Recent BookingsAllow time for booking
The Sheriff’s bond guidance says it takes at least one hour from arrest through completion of booking.
Until booking is complete, jail staff may not yet have charges or bond information.
Can’t Find the Person in the Vanderburgh County Inmate Search?
Do not assume a missing result means the arrest did not happen. Work through the search in a logical order before calling multiple agencies.
If the arrest was today
Wait until booking has had time to process, then check the recent-booking and current-inmate pages again.
If the person was previously listed
They may have bonded out, been released, transferred, sentenced to state custody or moved because of another jurisdiction.
You Found the Inmate. Do These Things Next
The inmate lookup answers the first question only. The next steps depend on whether you need release, court, communication or practical support information.
Do not send money to anyone until you know the actual bond type and amount.
Use Indiana MyCase for public court information rather than treating the jail record as the complete case.
CPC/InmateSales currently handles jail telephone time, video visits and electronic communication.
On-site visits require advance scheduling and an InmateSales/CPC account.
Use the jail lobby kiosk or the currently listed online deposit service.
Use the jail’s release-date procedure or VINE notifications depending on your reason for monitoring custody.
How to Post Bond for a Vanderburgh County Inmate
Bond location and timing depend on when you are paying and the type of case. Vanderburgh County uses the Clerk’s offices during regular business hours and the Sheriff’s Office for specified after-hours bonding.
| Situation | Where / when |
|---|---|
| Misdemeanor bond | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM at the Misdemeanor Clerk’s Office, Room S231, Civic Center, 1 NW Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. |
| Other bonds | Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM at Room 216 of the Courts Building, 825 Sycamore Street. |
| After-hours bonding | Sheriff bonding is listed Monday-Friday from 4:30 PM-2:00 AM and Saturday-Sunday from 9:00 AM-2:00 AM. |
What to bring
- A state-issued photo ID.
- The exact bond amount when paying cash.
- A credit card belonging to the person posting the bond if using a card.
Vanderburgh County states that credit-card bond payments include a non-refundable convenience charge based on the bond amount.
The Sheriff’s Office warns that the jail will not call you and send a website link to bail a friend or relative out.
Verify payment instructions directly with the Clerk or Sheriff’s Office before sending money.
Find the Vanderburgh County Court Case
Jail data shows custody and booking information. Indiana MyCase is the better place to follow the public court case, case number, hearings, chronological case activity and available court documents.
Open Indiana MyCase
MyCase is the Indiana Judicial Branch’s statewide public court-search service.
Search the defendant’s name
Use identifying information carefully and narrow the result to Vanderburgh County when necessary.
Open the matching case
Review the court, case number, charges, hearings, case events and publicly available documents.
Use the court for the official record
If a document is not available online, contact the court maintaining the case for an official copy.
When Do Newly Arrested Inmates Go to Court?
The Sheriff’s current court-times page lists approximate video-court times based on the type of arrest and assigned court.
The inmate appears by video before the Misdemeanor and Traffic Court.
The listed appearance is through video court before Superior Court Division II.
The Sheriff’s page lists an afternoon video-court appearance for these cases.
Vanderburgh County Jail Visitation
The jail uses Combined Public Communications, or CPC, through InmateSales for remote and on-site video visits. An account is required before either type of visit can be scheduled.
Remote visits are listed from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM seven days a week, with meal-service blackout periods.
Local visits are held on normal business days, excluding county holidays.
On-site visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
On-site visitation rules to know
- Visitors need a CPC/InmateSales account.
- On-site visitors are limited to three local visits per week.
- Visitors under 18 must meet the jail’s immediate-family rule and be with a parent or legal guardian.
- Proper clothing is required for both on-site and remote visits.
- Video visits may be monitored except where professional/legal confidentiality applies.
- Three-way video calls and outside live-streaming are prohibited.
Phone Calls and Electronic Messages
Combined Public Communications currently provides the inmate telephone system. Phone time can be purchased at the jail, online through InmateSales or by calling CPC.
The inmate can use available telephone time to call numbers permitted by the system.
The purchased talk time is associated with the phone number for which it was funded.
Avoid discussing sensitive legal strategy during a standard jail call.
InmateSales is also the Sheriff’s listed service for electronic messages and video communication.
Official Phone Account InstructionsHow to Put Money on a Vanderburgh County Inmate’s Account
Vanderburgh County currently lists two primary commissary-deposit methods: the lobby kiosk and an online account deposit.
Cash or credit-card deposits can be made through the kiosk inside the main jail entrance.
The Sheriff’s page lists the kiosk as available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Sheriff’s commissary and communication guidance directs online deposits through JailFunds.
Open JailFundsThe Sheriff’s mail policy specifically tells senders to use the kiosk or online commissary-deposit system instead.
How to Send Mail to a Vanderburgh County Inmate
Regular correspondence does not go to the physical jail address. Use the Sheriff’s current inmate-mail processing address exactly as published.
C/O “Inmate Name”
PO Box 76550
Highland Heights, KY 41076
What the jail accepts
- Normal letters.
- Store-bought cards without glitter or electronic music inserts.
- Standard envelope sizes up to 8½ × 11 inches.
- Photographs measuring 5 × 7 inches or smaller, subject to content rules.
- Homemade cards.
- Crayon or marker.
- Care packages.
- Magazine or newspaper clippings.
- Self-addressed envelopes.
- Nude photographs.
Inmates purchase pre-stamped envelopes from commissary. The jail states that stamped envelopes are supplied to indigent inmates.
Medical Care for Someone in the Vanderburgh County Jail
The jail states that full-time medical staff are on site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Emergency medical treatment is also available around the clock.
Routine medical request
Inmates request non-emergency care by submitting a written sick-call slip available in the housing units.
Medical scheduling
The Sheriff’s page says medical staff collect requests daily and schedule a clinic visit within 48 hours.
Picking Up an Inmate’s Money or Personal Property
Vanderburgh County allows inmates to authorize certain money and property releases. The inmate must approve the release; a visitor cannot simply arrive and demand the property.
The Sheriff’s current guidance says keys and money may be signed out at any hour, but generally only once during the incarceration.
The inmate designates who may receive the property.
Examples include glasses, contacts and approved shoes for inmate workers.
The Sheriff’s property page contains an apparent time-format inconsistency for one DOC-transfer pickup period, so confirm the current pickup window with jail staff first.
How to Check a Vanderburgh County Jail Release Date
For an inmate serving a sentence in the Vanderburgh County Jail, the Sheriff’s Office tells callers to use the jail number to ask about the out date.
Ask about the sentenced inmate’s current release date.
The Sheriff’s current release page says inmates scheduled for release are released from the main jail entrance at 5:30 AM on the release date and have an opportunity to make a phone call beforehand.
Get Notified if Custody Status Changes
VINE can monitor an offender’s custody status in participating county jails and send notifications after qualifying changes.
VINE can alert a registered user when an offender is released.
Notifications can include transfer events.
The Sheriff’s VINE page also lists these custody-status events.
Phone registration uses a four-digit PIN to acknowledge notification calls. Multiple phone numbers and email addresses may be registered.
Vanderburgh County VINE Instructions Open VINEWhat if the Inmate Was Transferred to Indiana State Prison?
A sentenced person may remain in the county jail for a period before transfer. Once the person enters Indiana Department of Correction custody, use the statewide incarcerated-person search.
Search the county jail first
Confirm that the person is no longer appearing as a current Vanderburgh County inmate.
Check the court case
A sentencing entry or transfer-related court activity can help explain the custody change.
Search Indiana DOC
The state search supports a last-name search or first-and-last-name search.
Need an Official Incarceration or Sheriff’s Record?
The live jail lookup is not the same as requesting an official record. Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office has a dedicated public-records system that includes incarceration records.
Incarceration record
Use the Sheriff’s public-records section when you need a formal record rather than current roster information.
Other Sheriff’s records
The request system also includes criminal-history, incident, medical and administrative record categories.
The Sheriff’s public-records page states that qualifying public records are handled under Indiana’s Access to Public Records law.
Request Sheriff’s Public RecordsWhich Search Should You Use?
| What you need | Best source |
|---|---|
| Currently in Vanderburgh County Jail? | Vanderburgh County Sheriff Inmate Lookup. |
| Recently arrested? | Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records. |
| Case number or court hearing? | Indiana MyCase. |
| Sent to state prison? | Indiana Department of Correction incarcerated search. |
| Need custody-change alerts? | VINE. |
| Need a formal incarceration record? | Vanderburgh County Sheriff public-records request. |
Before Calling the Vanderburgh County Jail
A prepared call makes it easier for staff to understand exactly what you need.
Know the correct spelling and date of birth when available.
If the arrest was recent, tell staff approximately when it happened.
For example: custody, bond, release date, property or the correct office to contact.
Important Vanderburgh County Jail Contacts
| Office | Phone | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| County Jail | 812-421-6200 | Jail receptionist, custody and facility questions. |
| Sheriff Administration | 812-421-6203 | General Sheriff’s Office administration. |
| Operations Center | 812-421-6201 | Patrol and investigation-related contact. |
| Community Corrections | 812-421-6202 | Community Corrections matters rather than county-jail custody. |
| CPC / InmateSales | 1-877-998-5678 | Inmate telephone-account support. |
| VINE | 1-866-959-8463 | Custody status and notification registration. |
Vanderburgh County Jail Location
The jail is at 3500 N. Harlan Avenue in Evansville. Check the correct procedure before traveling because inmate mail, court bonding and some services use other locations.
Vanderburgh County Detention Center FAQs
How do I search for an inmate in Vanderburgh County?
Use the official Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Inmate Lookup. You can search by name or browse inmates using the first letter of the last name.
What is the Vanderburgh County Jail phone number?
The county jail receptionist number is 812-421-6200.
Where is the Vanderburgh County Jail?
The jail is located at 3500 N. Harlan Avenue, Evansville, Indiana 47711.
How soon after an arrest will booking information be available?
The Sheriff’s bond guidance says the process from arrest through completed booking takes at least one hour. Until booking is complete, the jail may not yet have charges or bond information.
Can I search recent Vanderburgh County bookings separately?
Yes. The Sheriff’s Office maintains a Recent Booking Records page with a name search and alphabetical last-name filters.
Why is there no mugshot with a Vanderburgh County booking?
The Sheriff lists several possible reasons, including medical care, intoxication, lack of cooperation, ongoing processing, an outside-jurisdiction booking or a technical problem.
How do I find an inmate’s bond amount?
Check the official jail record and verify the bond type and amount before paying. For a very recent arrest, allow time for booking to be completed first.
Where do I post a Vanderburgh County bond?
During weekday business hours, bonds are handled through Clerk offices. Misdemeanor bonds go to Room S231 in the Civic Center; other bonds are posted in Room 216 of the Courts Building. The Sheriff handles specified after-hours bonding periods.
Can I pay a cash-only bond with a bail bondsman?
No. The Sheriff’s bond guidance states that a bond ordered as cash-only cannot be posted as a surety bond.
How do I search the inmate’s Vanderburgh County court case?
Use Indiana MyCase, the Indiana Judicial Branch’s public case-search system. Search the person’s name and narrow the result to the appropriate Vanderburgh County case.
What time do newly arrested inmates appear in court?
The Sheriff’s current court-times page lists approximate video-court times of 8:30 AM for misdemeanor arrests, 9:30 AM for Superior Court felony arrests and 1:30 PM for Circuit Court felony arrests.
How do I schedule a Vanderburgh County Jail visit?
Create a Combined Public Communications account through InmateSales. On-site visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
How many on-site visits are allowed?
The Sheriff’s current visitation policy allows up to three local on-site visits per week.
How do I put money on a Vanderburgh County inmate account?
Use the commissary kiosk at the jail entrance or the online JailFunds service currently linked by the Sheriff’s Office.
Can I mail money to a Vanderburgh County inmate?
No. The Sheriff’s inmate-mail policy says cash, checks and money orders may not be mailed to an inmate. Use the approved deposit system instead.
What address do I use to mail a Vanderburgh County inmate?
Regular mail is addressed to Vanderburgh County Detention Center, C/O the inmate’s name, PO Box 76550, Highland Heights, KY 41076.
Are Vanderburgh County inmate phone calls recorded?
Yes. The Sheriff’s current phone policy says inmate telephone calls are subject to monitoring and recording.
How can I find a Vanderburgh County inmate’s release date?
For an inmate sentenced to the county jail, call 812-421-6200 and ask about the current out date.
Can I receive notification when an inmate is released?
Yes. VINE can provide notifications for custody events such as release, transfer, escape or death after you register for alerts.
What if the inmate was transferred to an Indiana prison?
Search the Indiana Department of Correction incarcerated-person database. It supports searches by last name or by first and last name.
Does an inmate booking mean the person was convicted?
No. A jail booking reflects custody after an arrest or court action. It is not proof of guilt, and charges can later change or be resolved through the court process.
Official Vanderburgh County Resources
These are the primary government and contracted-service resources used for live searches and transactions. Use them when you need current custody information or must complete an action.
Current inmate-name search and jail population lookup.
Search recently booked individuals separately from the regular inmate roster.
Official locations, hours, identification and payment requirements.
Current remote and on-site video visitation procedures.
Current jail kiosk and online inmate-account deposit information.
Inmate mailing address, prohibited items and electronic communication information.
CPC/InmateSales telephone-account procedures.
Official jail guidance for sentenced-inmate out dates.
Custody-status tracking and notification instructions.
Official Indiana court case search.
Use after a person moves from county custody into Indiana state prison custody.
Facility, inmate-search, bond, visitation, phone, commissary, mail, medical, property, release, court and state-custody information was checked against official Vanderburgh County Sheriff, Indiana Judicial Branch and Indiana Department of Correction resources.
Live inmate status, court events, bond, service vendors, fees and jail procedures can change. Confirm time-sensitive information before traveling or sending money.
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