This page helps users with an inmate search in Delaware County, Ohio by pointing them to official jail and court resources and the right local contacts for follow-up questions.

The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office provides the Current Inmate Listing for the Delaware County Jail, while case-specific questions may route through Municipal Court or Common Pleas.

Current Inmate Listing – Delaware County Jail

The main official starting point is the Sheriff’s Current Inmate Listing – Delaware County Jail. Use it to check the current jail listing before calling the jail or a court office.

If the online listing does not answer a case-specific question, use the court contacts listed by the Sheriff’s Office. Municipal Court handles municipal court case questions, and Common Pleas handles Common Pleas case questions.

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Inmate information and jail services

The Sheriff’s Inmate Information page provides public guidance for Delaware County Jail visitation, mail, money deposits, phone accounts, commissary, medication drop-off, and commitment reporting.

The page also warns families about a scam involving false requests for payment for an electronic monitoring device. Do not send money for that purpose. For questions or concerns about inmate information, call the jail at (740) 833-2840.

Visitation options

Visitors must create an online account with ICSolutions Friends & Family to schedule a visit. Visits must be scheduled at least one day before the visit.

Each inmate is allowed one free 25-minute onsite visit per week at the jail. One additional offsite visit may be scheduled per inmate each day at the standard fee.

Onsite visits may include up to two adults and three children under age 18. Visitors check in with the Control Room Officer and must provide valid photo identification.

Onsite visitation hours at the jail are:

Day Hours
Tuesday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Thursday 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Sunday 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM and 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Initial court appearance and bond questions

When someone is arrested on new charges or a municipal court warrant, the Sheriff’s Office says the person will be seen the following business day by televised video arraignment. The TVA schedule is 10:00 a.m. Monday through Friday, though times may vary based on court needs.

To be present for the initial appearance, go to Municipal Court at 70 N. Union St., Delaware, Ohio 43015, 2nd floor. Bond payments are handled at the Municipal Court building.

For case information, contact Municipal Court or Common Pleas. For release timing, the jail must receive the required paperwork before an inmate can be released.

Mail, money, and phone accounts

Mail to an inmate must include the sender’s name and return address. Address letters to the inmate’s first and last name at 844 U.S. 42 North, Delaware, Ohio 43015.

Friends and family may add money through the jail lobby kiosk, by calling Inmate Deposits at (866) 345-1884, by using Access Corrections, or by mailing a signed money order to the jail with the inmate’s first and last name.

Electronic messages and photo sharing are available through GettingOut. Messages and photos are subject to review and approval by the jail, and processing may take up to 48 hours.

Delaware County inmate search contacts

Use these public contacts for jail, inmate, and case-specific questions tied to a Delaware County inmate search.

  • Delaware County Jail/Corrections Division, 844 US 42 N, Delaware, Ohio 43015
    Phone: (740) 833-2840
    Fax: (740) 833-2839
    Email: corrections@co.delaware.oh.us
  • Delaware County Sheriff’s Office Administration, 1776 State Route 521, Delaware, Ohio 43015
    Phone: (740) 833-2810
    Fax: (740) 833-2809
  • Municipal Court case information
    Phone: (740) 203-1550
  • Common Pleas case information
    Phone: (740) 833-2530 or 2550

Common questions

Where do I search for a current Delaware County Jail inmate?

Use the Sheriff’s current jail inmate listing for the official Delaware County Jail listing.

Who should I call for case-specific information?

Call Municipal Court at (740) 203-1550 or Common Pleas at (740) 833-2530 or 2550, depending on the case.

How do I schedule a jail visit?

Create an account with ICSolutions and schedule the visit at least one day before the visit. For ICS website issues, call ICS Visitation Support at (888) 646-9437.

Can I bring items to the jail for an inmate?

You are not able to bring anything to the jail to give to an inmate during a visit. Medication may be accepted if it is in the original prescription bottle with the inmate’s name.

How can I add money to an inmate’s account?

You can use the jail lobby kiosk, call Inmate Deposits at (866) 345-1884, use Access Corrections, or mail a signed money order to the jail with the inmate’s first and last name.