Access Cattaraugus County Jail Roster

The Cattaraugus County jail roster provides booking records for inmates held at the county jail in Little Valley, New York. Cattaraugus County is in the southwestern part of the state, and the sheriff's office handles all jail operations. If you need to search for someone arrested or booked in Cattaraugus County, the jail roster is where you will find their custody status, charges, and booking information. The sheriff's office updates the roster as new bookings and releases take place throughout the day.

Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office and Jail

The Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office operates the county jail at 301 Court Street, Little Valley, NY 14755. Call (716) 938-6447 to reach the sheriff with questions about inmates, booking records, or jail roster information. The sheriff handles law enforcement across Cattaraugus County, runs the jail, and serves civil papers and warrants.

The Cattaraugus County Jail holds both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. Under New York law, county jails house inmates serving sentences of one year or less. Those sentenced to longer terms are transferred to state prisons run by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. The jail operates under the oversight of the New York State Commission of Correction, which sets minimum standards for all county correctional facilities. SCOC conducts regular inspections and reviews inmate complaints.

Cattaraugus County is a large, mostly rural area. It borders the Seneca Nation of Indians territory, which has its own law enforcement. Arrests on Seneca Nation land are handled separately and would not appear on the Cattaraugus County jail roster.

How to Search the Cattaraugus County Jail Roster

The most direct way to search the Cattaraugus County jail roster is to call the sheriff's office at (716) 938-6447. Staff can confirm whether a person is in custody, what charges they face, and whether bail has been set. You can also visit the sheriff's office in person at the Little Valley location. The Cattaraugus County Sheriff's website may have additional resources or an inmate list posted online, though the availability of online tools can vary.

You have the right to request jail roster records under New York's Freedom of Information Law. Submit a written FOIL request to the Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office. Include the inmate's name and any dates you know about the arrest or booking. The office must acknowledge your request within five business days. Basic booking information is public record. The New York Correction Law governs which records jails can release and which are exempt from disclosure.

For statewide searches, the DOCCS Inmate Lookup lets you search all New York State prisons. This is useful when someone has been sentenced and transferred from the county jail. The NY.gov incarcerated individual lookup provides another way to access the same state records. Neither of these tools covers county jail inmates directly.

Inmate Booking Details

When someone is booked at the Cattaraugus County Jail, the jail roster captures their full name, date of birth, booking date and time, arresting agency, charges, bail amount, and court appearance schedule. This record stays active on the roster as long as the person remains in custody. Once they are released, transferred, or sentenced and moved to a state facility, their record on the county roster gets updated to reflect that change.

Bail in Cattaraugus County is set by a local judge at arraignment. New York's bail reform laws limit which charges allow cash bail. For eligible offenses, the bail amount reflects the seriousness of the charge and the defendant's background. To post bail, contact the sheriff's office for the exact amount and the accepted forms of payment. Cash and bail bonds are the most common methods. A bail bondsman usually charges around 10% of the total bail as their fee, which is not refunded even if the case is dismissed.

Court case details can be tracked through the WebCrims portal. Search by name or case number to see hearing dates and case status for criminal proceedings in Cattaraugus County courts.

Visiting and Contacting Inmates

Visitation policies at the Cattaraugus County Jail are managed by the sheriff's office. Call (716) 938-6447 to learn about visit schedules, approved visitor lists, and rules for visitors. Most New York county jails require valid photo ID and a security screening for all visitors. Dress codes apply, and personal items like phones and bags cannot be brought inside the facility. Some jails now offer video visitation as well. Ask about both in-person and virtual options when you contact the jail.

To send mail to an inmate, address the envelope to the inmate's full name and booking number at 301 Court Street, Little Valley, NY 14755. Use a plain white envelope with blue or black ink. All incoming mail is inspected by jail staff. Do not send cash, stamps, or any items besides paper and photos. Letters that break the rules will be returned or thrown away. Phone calls from inmates are handled through a contracted phone service provider. The inmate or the receiving party will need to set up an account to pay for calls.

New York State Jail Roster Resources

State-level tools can help when you need to search beyond the Cattaraugus County jail roster. The DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup portal covers all New York State prisons. Contact DOCCS by phone at (518) 457-8126. The State Commission of Correction publishes a directory of all county jails with contact information and oversight details. To file a FOIL request with SCOC, mail it to 80 South Swan Street, 12th Floor, Albany, NY 12210 or call (518) 485-2346.

VINE offers free inmate tracking and notification. You can register to get alerts by phone, email, or text when an inmate's custody status changes. The VINE hotline is 1-888-846-3469. This service covers county jails and state prisons across New York, making it a good option for keeping tabs on inmates who might be transferred between facilities.

Additional state resources include the New York Sex Offender Registry and the WebCrims court case lookup. The sex offender registry is separate from the jail roster but provides background on registered offenders in Cattaraugus County and statewide.

Cities in Cattaraugus County

Cattaraugus County does not have any cities that meet the population threshold for a dedicated page on this site. The county seat is Little Valley. Other notable communities include Olean, Salamanca, and Ellicottville. All arrests made in Cattaraugus County result in booking at the county jail in Little Valley. Contact the sheriff at (716) 938-6447 for jail roster information on anyone booked from any part of the county.

Nearby Counties

Cattaraugus County borders several other counties in western New York. Each county runs its own jail and keeps its own jail roster. If you need to check whether an arrest was processed in a neighboring county, try the links below.