Mahoning County Recent Arrests
Mahoning County recent arrests are processed through the county jail at 110 Fifth Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio. The Sheriff's Office runs a public jail roster that lists every person in custody right now. You can view names, charges, booking dates, and mugshots on the corrections page. The roster is sorted in alphabetical order and gets updated on a regular basis. If you need to check on someone who was picked up in Mahoning County, the online roster is the fastest way to get that information without having to call the jail directly or drive to the facility in person.
Mahoning County Overview
Mahoning County Sheriff's Office and Jail
The Mahoning County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for the county and runs the jail in Youngstown. The jail sits at 110 Fifth Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44503. You can call the jail at 330-480-4920 for custody checks or questions about an inmate. The facility holds people charged with both misdemeanor and felony crimes. Some inmates are serving short sentences. Others wait for trial or transfer to state prison.
The jail is a minimum to maximum security facility. All law enforcement agencies in Mahoning County bring their arrestees here for booking. That means city police, township officers, and state patrol troopers all use this same facility. Each booking creates a record that includes the person's name, date of birth, charges, booking number, and a mugshot photo. These records are public under ORC Section 149.43 and can be viewed by anyone.
| Address | 110 Fifth Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44503 |
|---|---|
| Jail Phone | 330-480-4920 |
| Facility Type | Minimum to Maximum Security |
Search Mahoning County Recent Arrests Online
The Mahoning County Corrections page hosts the public jail roster. The roster lists all current inmates in alphabetical order. Each entry shows the inmate's name, date of birth, booking date, booking number, and the charges filed against them. The page is updated regularly so the information stays current.
The Mahoning County jail roster gives you direct access to current inmate information from the corrections division.
This roster page shows who is currently held at the Mahoning County Jail and what charges they face.
If you do not have internet access, you can call the jail at 330-480-4920 during business hours. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody and provide basic booking details over the phone. The VINELink system offers another option. You can search by name and sign up for alerts when an inmate's status changes. VINELink sends notifications by phone, text, or email. The toll-free number is 1-800-770-0192 for those who want to use the phone-based system instead.
Mahoning County Arrest Records and Public Access
The Sheriff's Office handles public records requests for arrest reports and incident documentation. You can submit requests in person or by mail. When sending a request by mail, include a self-addressed stamped envelope for the return of your documents. The office also releases traffic accident reports and incident reports to the public upon request.
Under Ohio's Public Records Act, you do not need to explain why you want arrest records. The office cannot make you give your name, though they may ask for it. Fees apply for physical copies of records. You can inspect records for free at the office. Records tied to active investigations may be withheld under ORC 149.43(A)(1)(h). Juvenile records are protected by ORC 2151.357 and are not available to the general public.
Inmates at the Mahoning County Jail can receive mail. All letters are opened and searched for contraband before delivery. Mail should be addressed to the inmate's name at the Mahoning County Jail, 110 Fifth Avenue, Youngstown, OH 44503. Funds can be added to an inmate's account online through the AccessCorrections website using a credit or debit card.
Note: Visitation at the Mahoning County Jail allows one thirty-minute visit per week, and visits can be scheduled online through Securus Technologies.
Court and State Records for Mahoning County
The Mahoning County Clerk of Courts keeps records for all criminal and civil cases in the county. After an arrest in Mahoning County, the case gets a number and moves through the court system. You can track it from the first hearing through final disposition. The Clerk's Office maintains both physical and electronic records, and many case documents are available through their online search system.
State databases can help you find more information about Mahoning County arrests. The ODRC Offender Search shows people serving time in state prison after a conviction in Mahoning County courts. The BCI WebCheck system pulls criminal history from the state database for a fee. The BCI office in Youngstown is located at 20 West Federal Street and provides walk-in fingerprinting services. The eSORN registry tracks registered sex offenders by location across Ohio.
If a records request gets denied, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Court of Claims under ORC 2743.75. The court can order the release of records and award damages up to $1,000 if the office broke the law. The Sheriff's Office also keeps a most wanted list on their website with mugshots and warrant details for fugitives in the county.
Cities in Mahoning County
Mahoning County includes Youngstown and several smaller communities. All arrests from local police departments are processed at the Mahoning County Jail in Youngstown.
Other communities in Mahoning County include Boardman, Canfield, Struthers, Campbell, and Poland. Arrest records for all Mahoning County areas are available through the county jail roster.
Nearby Counties
Mahoning County borders several counties in northeastern Ohio. If you are not sure which county handled an arrest, check with the neighboring sheriff's office.