Search Albany County Jail Roster

The Albany County jail roster tracks all inmates held at the Albany County Correctional Facility on Albany Shaker Road in Albany, New York. If you need to find someone who was recently arrested or booked in Albany County, the jail roster is the best place to start. The sheriff's office keeps an updated list of current inmates with their charges, booking dates, and bond amounts. You can search through the county's published inmate list or file a FOIL request for more detailed jail roster records. Albany County also offers several inmate services and lookup tools that make it easier to find custody information fast.

Albany County Sheriff's Office and Jail

The Albany County Sheriff's Office runs the Albany County Correctional Facility at 840 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211. This jail has been in use since 1931 and can hold roughly 1,043 inmates. It houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates serving short terms. The sheriff's main office can be reached at (518) 487-5400, while the correctional facility has its own line at (518) 869-2600. You can find more about the sheriff's role and duties on the Albany County Sheriff's website.

Albany County runs a number of programs inside the jail. There is a Drug Treatment Unit for inmates dealing with substance use issues. Hudson Valley Community College operates a satellite campus at the facility, giving inmates a chance to take college courses. The SHIP Program provides transitional housing for non-violent inmates after release, with 50 private rooms available. Medical and mental health care is handled by institutional contractors on site. These programs aim to cut down on repeat offenses and help inmates get back on their feet once they leave custody.

The Albany County Correctional Facility page has more details on jail operations, programs, and policies for visitors.

How to Search the Albany County Jail Roster

There are a few ways to look up inmates in Albany County. The county publishes a current inmates list on its website. You can view it directly at the Albany County current inmates document. This list shows names, booking dates, and charges for people held at the correctional facility. It gets updated on a regular basis, though there may be a short delay between a new booking and when the name shows up on the list.

For a broader search that covers the whole state of New York, the DOCCS Inmate Lookup tool lets you search for anyone in the state prison system. This is useful if someone has been transferred from the Albany County jail to a state correctional facility. The NY.gov incarcerated individual lookup is another option that pulls from state records. Keep in mind these state tools only cover state facilities, not county jails directly.

You can also file a FOIL request. FOIL stands for Freedom of Information Law and it gives you the right to ask for public records from New York government agencies. For Albany County jail roster records, submit your request through Albany County's NextRequest portal or mail it to 58 Verda Avenue, Clarksville, NY 12041. New York Correction Law under Article 2 governs what jail records can and cannot be released. Response times vary but the agency must acknowledge your request within five business days.

Inmate Information and Booking Details

When someone is booked into the Albany County Correctional Facility, the jail creates a record that goes on the jail roster. This record includes the inmate's full name, date of birth, booking date and time, charges filed, bail or bond amount, and court dates. The jail roster is a public record under New York law. Anyone can request access to basic booking information without needing to explain why they want it.

Bond information is available by calling (518) 427-8787. If you need to post bail for someone held at the Albany County jail, that number connects you to the right office. Bail amounts depend on the charges and the judge's decision. Some inmates may be held without bail on serious charges. Others might be released on their own recognizance, which means no money is needed for release.

Commissary orders for inmates must be placed by 8 AM on Fridays. Call 518-408-1525 for details on how to add funds or place orders. Inmates use commissary to buy snacks, hygiene items, and other personal goods while in custody.

Visiting Inmates and Contact Rules

Albany County uses video visitation through Securus Technologies. On-site visits at the jail are free of charge. Remote video visits cost $5.95 for a 30-minute session. You can schedule visits at securustech.net or by calling 1-877-578-3658. Video visitation is available for both pre-trial and sentenced inmates. You need to set up an account with Securus before you can schedule a visit.

If you want to send mail to an inmate, use a white envelope with blue or black ink. Address it to the inmate's full name and include their book number or case number. The jail's mailing address is 840 Albany Shaker Road, Albany, NY 12211. All incoming mail is inspected for contraband. Do not include cash, stamps, or any items besides paper and photos. Letters that do not follow these rules will be returned or discarded.

New York State Jail Roster Resources

Several state-level tools can help with jail roster and inmate searches that go beyond Albany County. The DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup portal covers all state prisons. If an inmate has been sentenced and moved out of the county jail, this is where you will find them. The State Commission of Correction jail directory lists every county jail in New York along with contact details and oversight reports.

VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) is a free service that lets you track an inmate's custody status. You can register for phone or email alerts so you know when someone is released, transferred, or moved. The VINE hotline is 1-888-846-3469. This service works for both county jails and state prisons in New York.

The WebCrims portal lets you look up criminal court cases in New York. This can be helpful if you have a name but need to find out what county or court is handling the case. The Sex Offender Registry is another state resource. It is separate from the jail roster but can provide additional background on certain offenders.

Cities in Albany County

Albany County includes the city of Albany, which is the state capital and the county seat. The town of Colonie sits just north of Albany and is one of the larger suburban communities in the area. Inmates from any city or town in Albany County go to the Albany County Correctional Facility. The sheriff's office handles all bookings regardless of which local police department made the arrest.

Nearby Counties

Albany County borders several other counties in New York's Capital Region. Each county runs its own jail and maintains its own jail roster. If you are not sure which county handled an arrest, check the neighboring counties listed below.