Ross County Recent Arrests Search
Ross County recent arrests are tracked by the Sheriff's Office in Chillicothe. The county covers 693 square miles in south central Ohio and has about 76,600 people. The jail uses a third-party system through JDS Inc to post its inmate roster online. You can search by name to see who is in custody, what they are charged with, and their bail amount. The Sheriff's Office also handles records requests for incident and accident reports. Court records for cases beyond the arrest stage are on file at the Ross County Clerk of Courts.
Ross County Overview
Ross County Sheriff's Office and Recent Arrests
Sheriff George Lavender Jr. leads the Ross County Sheriff's Office. The office runs the jail at the Law Enforcement Complex on 28 North Paint Street in Chillicothe. The jail is a minimum to maximum security facility for men and women charged with misdemeanor and felony crimes.
The jail provides several inmate programs. GED classes help inmates work toward a diploma. Substance abuse classes address addiction issues. Anger management courses are available too. Alcoholics Anonymous meets at the jail on a regular basis. These programs are open to inmates who qualify and want to participate.
Major W. White runs the jail as Administrator. Lieutenant D. Hayburn serves as Assistant Jail Administrator. The jail phone is 740-773-1187. For emergencies, dial 911. The 24-hour dispatch line is 740-773-1185. The business office can be reached at 740-773-1186. Administrative hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm.
| Sheriff | George Lavender Jr. |
|---|---|
| Address | 28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601 |
| Jail Phone | 740-773-1187 |
| Dispatch | 740-773-1185 (24 hours) |
| Business | 740-773-1186 |
Ross County Arrest Records Online
The Ross County Sheriff's Office website at rosssheriff.com provides access to arrest data, records requests, and department info.
The site links to the inmate roster and provides contact info for all divisions. You can also submit records requests electronically through the Sheriff's website.
Ross County Inmate Roster and Search
The Ross County Jail uses a JDS Inc system for its online inmate roster. The roster lists inmates in alphabetical order. Each entry shows the inmate's Jail ID, photo, name, charges, court info, current disposition, and total bail. You can search by name to find a specific person.
The Ross County Clerk of Courts at 15 North Paint Street keeps court records. The online case search lets you look up cases by name or case number. You can find charge details, hearing dates, and case outcomes. The Clerk handles both criminal and civil records.
State-level tools also cover Ross County. The ODRC Offender Search tracks state prison inmates from all Ohio counties. VINELink monitors custody changes and sends free alerts. The BCI WebCheck system runs fingerprint background checks at $22 for Ohio or $55 for Ohio plus FBI.
Ross County Jail Booking and Visits
Arrests in Ross County start with booking at the jail on North Paint Street. Staff take photos and fingerprints. They enter charges and assign housing. The person then shows up on the inmate roster.
Visitation hours are Thursdays from 6pm to 10pm and Saturdays from 11am to 3pm. Each visit lasts 15 minutes. Inmates submit a list of people they want to visit, and only approved visitors can come. Mail goes to inmates at the jail address. All mail is opened and checked. Commissary funds can be added through AccessCorrections or at the kiosk in the jail lobby.
The Sheriff's Office also handles records requests. You can ask for traffic accident and incident reports through their website. You need the incident number or location when making the request. Other contact numbers include CCW/Background Checks at 740-779-1931, the U.S. 23 Major Crimes Taskforce at 740-775-1208, and Offender Registration at 740-656-6051.
Note: Ross County jail visits are only 15 minutes long and require prior approval of the visitor by the inmate.
Ross County Public Records Access
Under ORC 149.43, Ross County arrest records are public. Booking logs, arrest reports, and jail rosters can be requested from the Sheriff's Office. The Clerk of Courts holds court filings. The Recorder's Office has property records, which are separate from arrest data.
Public records requests can go in person at the County Government Building. If your request is denied, you can file a complaint with the Ohio Court of Claims. This process is simpler than a regular lawsuit. The court can order the office to hand over the records and may award damages up to $1,000 if the office broke the rules.
Ross County Sex Offender Information
The eSORN database lists registered sex offenders in Ross County. Search by name or zip code. Each record has a photo, home address, charges, and tier classification. Sign up for email alerts to get notified when an offender moves near you.
Ross County Jail Programs and Visits
The Ross County Jail runs GED classes, substance abuse programs, anger management, and AA meetings for inmates. Major W. White is the Jail Administrator. Lieutenant D. Hayburn serves as assistant. The jail's direct line is 740-773-1187. Dispatch runs 24 hours at 740-773-1185.
Visitation is on Thursdays from 6pm to 10pm and Saturdays from 11am to 3pm. Each visit lasts 15 minutes. Inmates must give the jail a list of people they want to visit. Only people on that list can get in. Commissary funds go through AccessCorrections online or at the lobby kiosk. Mail goes to the jail at 28 North Paint Street, Chillicothe, OH 45601. The Ross County Clerk of Courts keeps court records at 15 North Paint Street. Their online system lets you search by name or case number for case status and hearing dates.
The Sheriff can be reached at g.lavender@rosssheriff.com. Chief Deputy T.J. Hollis is at t.hollis@rosssheriff.com. For arrest report requests, use the electronic form on the website. You need the incident number or location when you submit a request.
Nearby Counties
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