Search Allen County Booking Releases

Allen County booking releases provide details on people booked into or released from the Allen County Jail in Lima, Ohio. The Allen County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Matthew B. Treglia, operates the jail around the clock. Their online inmate inquiry system lets you search for inmates by name, booking number, or custody status at any time. Whether you need to confirm someone is in custody, check bond amounts, or view booking dates, Allen County makes this information easy to find. This guide walks you through every way to access Allen County booking releases and related jail records.

Allen County Sheriff's Office and Jail

The Allen County Sheriff's Office is at 333 North Main Street in Lima, OH 45801. Sheriff Matthew B. Treglia leads the department, with Chief Deputy Todd Mohler and Major Shane Hartman on the command staff. You can reach the office at 419-227-3535 for general questions. For emergencies, call 911.

The Allen County Jail houses inmates who are waiting for court dates or serving sentences. The jail runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The Corrections Division manages all jail operations, from booking new inmates to processing releases. In-person visitation is available, with hours and rules posted on the Corrections Division page of the sheriff's website.

How to Find Allen County Booking Releases

Allen County offers one of the better online search tools in Ohio. The Allen County Inmate Inquiry system runs on the NewWorld platform. You can search by name, subject number, booking number, or in-custody status. The system also lets you filter results by booking date range and housing facility. Two facilities are listed: ACJ (Allen County Jail) and "Furlough off count" for inmates on furlough.

There is also a second search portal on the Allen County Sheriff alternate site. This page lets you search by first name, last name, or booking date. The results show entries with pagination, and you can reset search criteria at any time. Both portals pull from the same data, so use whichever one works best for you.

You can always call the jail for booking release info. The general line is 419-227-3535.

Allen County Inmate Inquiry System

The NewWorld Inmate Inquiry system is the main tool for looking up Allen County booking releases. Here is a view of the inmate inquiry page.

The search form lets you enter a name or booking number. Results show up in a table format. Each record includes the inmate's name, booking date, charges, and housing location within the jail. The system updates regularly as new bookings and releases happen throughout the day.

Allen County Jail Roster Details

The Allen County Jail roster is updated on a regular basis. It shows all people currently in custody at the jail. For each inmate, the roster includes their full name, booking date, charges, and current status. The jail address for mail and other purposes is 715 S. Calhoun St. Room 101, though the main sheriff's office is at 333 North Main Street.

Booking releases in Allen County follow Ohio's public records rules. Under ORC 149.43, these records are open to the public. You do not need to state a reason to request them. The sheriff's office must provide access within a reasonable time frame. If you want copies mailed to you, there may be a small fee for copying and postage.

Allen County Sheriff's Office Website

The Allen County Sheriff's Office website is the central hub for all jail and law enforcement services in the county.

The site features links to inmate inquiry, concealed carry permits, visitation info, and more. The motto of the office is "Together to Make a Safe Community." From this page you can reach the Corrections Division, file a report, or look up booking releases directly.

Visitation at Allen County Jail

Allen County Jail allows in-person visitation. Specific hours and rules are posted on the sheriff's website under the visitation section. Before you visit, check the Corrections Division page for current schedules. Rules can change, so it is a good idea to call ahead.

If you plan to visit someone in the Allen County Jail, make sure to bring valid ID. The jail may have a dress code and restrictions on what you can bring inside. Children may need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. All of these details are on the visitation info page of the sheriff's site.

Note: Visitation schedules can change without notice due to lockdowns or staffing issues.

Allen County Corrections Division

The Corrections Division page on the Allen County Sheriff's website provides details about the jail and how to search for inmates.

This page explains how the jail operates and directs visitors to the inmate search tool. It covers general prisoner information and links to the full inmate inquiry system. The Corrections Division is staffed around the clock to handle bookings, releases, and day-to-day operations in the facility.

Public Records and Ohio Law

Allen County booking releases fall under Ohio's public records law. ORC 149.43 says that records kept by public offices are open for inspection. This includes jail booking logs, arrest records, and release information. County jails in Ohio must also follow the rules in Chapter 341 of the Ohio Revised Code, which covers jail operations and record keeping.

If an inmate moves from the Allen County Jail to a state prison, their records shift to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. You can search for state inmates through the ODRC Offender Search tool. The ODRC website has more details about state-level custody and parole procedures under Chapter 2967.

Crime victims can register with VINE to get automatic alerts when an inmate's status changes. This covers Allen County Jail and other Ohio facilities. Victim notification rights are also covered under ORC 2930.16.

Nearby Counties

Allen County is in northwest Ohio, surrounded by several other counties. Check the county where the arrest took place for the right booking release records.