Inmate Population in Washington County PA
Washington County inmate population records are kept by the Washington County Prison and the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections for state-sentenced inmates. The prison sits in Washington, Pennsylvania, the county seat of Washington County. You can search for current and recently held inmates through the PA inmate locator and through direct contact with the prison. Washington County is in southwestern Pennsylvania, south of Pittsburgh and west of Fayette County. This page covers where to search for inmates, how to contact the prison, and how to request public records in Washington County.
Washington County Quick Facts
Washington County Prison Inmate Population
The Washington County Prison is located at 100 W. Beau Street in Washington, Pennsylvania. This facility holds people who are awaiting trial in the Washington County Court of Common Pleas and those serving shorter sentences. The warden oversees the prison's operations. The main phone number for the Washington County Prison is 724-228-6840.
Washington County is a more populated county in southwestern Pennsylvania with a larger jail population than many rural counties. The prison holds people on a range of charges, from misdemeanors to serious felonies. Those convicted of offenses carrying more than two years are transferred to a Pennsylvania state correctional institution after sentencing. The PA DOC operates 24 SCIs across Pennsylvania and holds more than 36,000 inmates statewide.
The Washington County Prison handles visiting, inmate mail, telephone access, commissary services, and medical care. Visiting procedures require that approved visitors follow specific rules on identification, clothing, and scheduling. All mail to Washington County Prison inmates is screened before delivery.
The Pennsylvania DOC inmate locator shown above lets you search for inmates by name or DOC number. Washington County inmates sentenced to state prison can be found using this tool at cor.pa.gov.
| Facility |
Washington County Prison 100 W. Beau Street Washington, PA 15301 Phone: 724-228-6840 Fax: 724-228-6867 |
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| Warden | Warden oversees facility operations |
| Website | co.washington.pa.us/prison |
How to Search Washington County Inmate Records
Start your search with the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections inmate locator at pa.gov. This tool covers all state inmates across Pennsylvania and is updated daily. For Washington County Jail inmates not yet sentenced to state prison, call the prison directly at 724-228-6840. Local custody records are not always posted online, so a phone call saves time.
You can also use the PADOC direct portal at cor.pa.gov to search by name or DOC number. For inmates held in federal custody, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons locator. Federal cases from Washington County are handled by the Western District of Pennsylvania. SCI Greene is a state correctional institution located in nearby Greene County and is used for high-security inmates from western Pennsylvania.
Court records tied to Washington County criminal cases are available through the UJS Case Search portal. You can look up dockets by name or case number. The Court of Common Pleas handles all felony and civil matters for Washington County residents.
Note: For parolee status and supervision information, contact the Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole at pbpp.pa.gov. The PBPP handles all parole supervision for inmates released from state prison in Pennsylvania.
Washington County Sheriff Warrants and Transport
The Washington County Sheriff is Tony Mollica. The Sheriff's Office is at 100 W. Beau Street in Washington, Pennsylvania. The main phone number is 724-228-6830, and you can email the office at sheriff@co.washington.pa.us. The Sheriff's Office handles warrant service, civil process, inmate transport, fingerprinting, and Sheriff's sales for Washington County.
Deputies are responsible for transporting inmates to and from Washington County Court of Common Pleas hearings and between facilities. Active warrants can be checked through the UJS Case Search portal or by contacting the Sheriff's Office. The office also manages community programs and can assist with public records requests related to warrant and transport activity.
The official Pennsylvania inmate and parolee locator above is the primary state tool for finding inmates from Washington County who are held in state facilities. Bookmark this page for quick access to Washington County inmate searches.
Washington County Public Records for Inmates
Inmate records in Washington County are public documents under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. sections 67.101 through 67.3104. You do not need to provide a reason to request records. The Washington County Open Records Officer handles these requests. Requests must be submitted in writing.
Use the form available at co.washington.pa.us/open-records to submit your request. The fee for copies is $0.25 per page. Washington County has five business days to respond. If your request is denied, you may appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records. The state OOR handles appeals and can order records disclosed when appropriate.
For criminal background checks on Washington County residents, use the Pennsylvania Access to Criminal History system at epatch.pa.gov. PATCH is run by the Pennsylvania State Police. The Criminal History Record Information Act, 18 Pa.C.S. Chapter 91, sets the rules for collecting, keeping, and sharing criminal history records in Pennsylvania.
Washington County Court and Criminal Records
The Washington County Court of Common Pleas handles all felony cases filed in Washington County. Misdemeanor and preliminary matters go through Magisterial District Judge courts located throughout the county. All court records for Washington County are publicly accessible through the UJS portal and through the courthouse.
The Washington County Courthouse is at 1 S. Main Street in Washington. It covers criminal, civil, family, and juvenile court. You can search online dockets through the UJS portal, find court calendars, and request certified copies of court documents. The Prothonotary maintains civil records, while the Clerk of Courts holds criminal case files.
Arrests in Washington County are processed through the local MDJ courts first. After arraignment, cases move to the Court of Common Pleas if they meet the threshold for felony charges. Preliminary hearings determine whether enough evidence exists to proceed to trial. All steps create a paper trail in the public docket that can be accessed by anyone through the UJS portal.
Nearby Counties
Washington County is in southwestern Pennsylvania and borders several other counties. Check nearby counties if an inmate may have been transferred or if charges span county lines.