Find Released Inmates in Clinton County

Clinton County released inmates can be searched online through the sheriff's office inmate search system, which is one of the more accessible tools in the state for this type of lookup. The jail is in Frankfort, the county seat, and is run by Sheriff Rich Kelly. This page explains how to use the Clinton County inmate search, what records are available, and which state-level tools supplement local data when you need to track someone who may have been transferred or released to state supervision.

Clinton County Inmate Search Online

The Clinton County Sheriff's Office maintains its own inmate search tool at clintoncountysheriff.com/inmateSearch. This is one of the most direct ways to find a currently held or recently released inmate in Clinton County without calling the jail. The search is free and does not require an account. You can look up by name and get basic booking information from the results.

An alternative active inmates page is also accessible at the direct address 66.203.18.194/ActiveInmates. This can serve as a backup if the primary search tool is down or returning no results. Clinton County maintains its own search system rather than routing through the statewide Indiana County Jail Public Portal, so these local tools are the right place to start for county jail records.

The jail is located at 301 E. Walnut Street, Frankfort, IN 46041. For direct questions about inmates or releases that the online tool does not answer, call 765-659-6396. The Clinton County Sheriff's alternate site may also carry updated department news and service information.

What Clinton County Jail Records Contain

Booking records created by the Clinton County Jail include the inmate's full name, date of birth, charges, booking date, bond amount, and the court case number if one has been assigned. These records are created at the time of arrest and updated as the case moves through the system. Release dates are added when an inmate is discharged, either by posting bond, completing a sentence, or being transferred.

Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, codified at IC 5-14-3-3, makes most jail booking records open to the public. There are exceptions, and some records tied to ongoing investigations or juvenile cases may be restricted. However, standard adult booking records in Clinton County are public information and should be available either through the online portal or by calling the jail.

Jail administration in Clinton County falls under the authority of the sheriff's office. Indiana Code IC 36-2-13 outlines the sheriff's legal duties, which include operating the county jail and maintaining custody records for all detainees. These statutes establish the framework for how Clinton County handles its released inmate records.

State Resources for Clinton County Released Inmates

When someone is released from the Clinton County Jail or moved to a state facility, state-level tools become essential for tracking their status. Indiana maintains several free databases that pull from county and state records.

The Indiana Offender Locator is run by the Indiana Department of Correction and covers anyone serving a state prison sentence or on state community supervision. If a Clinton County inmate was transferred to an IDOC facility after sentencing, this is where you find their current status, facility location, and expected release date. The search is by name and is free to use without an account.

Indiana Courts MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase shows the court record side of Clinton County cases. You can search by name or case number to find filings, hearing dates, sentencing orders, and case outcomes. Court records are separate from jail records but often contain the information most useful for understanding why someone was detained and what happened to their case.

The screenshot below is from the Indiana Offender Locator, where you can search for Clinton County released inmates who were transferred to state custody.

Indiana DOC's Offender Locator tracks all inmates currently in state custody or under IDOC supervision.

Search results include facility name, status, and projected release date for inmates serving state sentences.

Indiana SAVIN Notifications for Clinton County

Indiana SAVIN allows you to register for automatic notifications when a specific offender's custody status changes. This includes releases from the Clinton County Jail, transfers to other facilities, court appearances, and re-bookings. Register online at indianasavin.in.gov or call VINELink Indiana at 866-959-8463 for phone-based alerts.

Clinton County is part of the SAVIN network, so you can look up current detainees and get notifications for anyone held or recently released there. The service is free and can send alerts by phone call, email, or text message depending on your preference. Once you register, you do not have to keep checking manually. You get notified when something changes.

VINELink also provides access to Indiana offender data through vinelink.vineapps.com. The underlying data is the same, so use whichever interface works for you. Both are maintained as part of Indiana's victim notification network.

Criminal History Records in Clinton County

The Indiana State Police keeps a statewide criminal history database that includes arrests and convictions from Clinton County and all other Indiana counties. You can request a limited criminal history online for $16.32 or by mail for $15 through the ISP criminal history page.

A limited criminal history includes felony and misdemeanor convictions, pending charges, and arrest records maintained by state agencies. It does not include sealed or expunged records, and it only covers Indiana. This type of record is different from a booking record at the county level. A booking record shows who was arrested. A criminal history shows what happened in court afterward.

The privacy rules around criminal history access are set by IC 5-14-3-4, which identifies categories of records that agencies may withhold. Most conviction data is public, but certain records tied to dismissed cases or diversion programs may have restricted access depending on the circumstances.

Sex Offender Registry for Clinton County

Clinton County released inmates with sex offense convictions are required to register with local law enforcement. The Indiana Sex Offender Registry is public and searchable by county at iCRIMEwatch.net. Filter by Clinton County or by zip code to find currently registered offenders in the Frankfort area.

Registration is a legal requirement in Indiana for anyone convicted of a qualifying sex offense. When a registered offender is released from the Clinton County Jail or from a state facility back to Clinton County, their registry entry is updated with their current address and status. The Clinton County Sheriff's Office plays a role in monitoring compliance with registration requirements. The registry is updated regularly and is a reliable source for current information on offenders with registration obligations.

IDOC Records Requests for Clinton County Cases

If a person served a state prison sentence after a Clinton County conviction, the Indiana Department of Correction holds records of that term. The IDOC records request portal at in.gov/idoc lets you request documents such as commitment orders, program records, and release information.

The IDOC's responsibility to maintain and disclose offender records is codified at IC 11-8-2-5. Some records are available without a formal request, while others require a written submission. If you are trying to confirm that someone was released from state custody on a Clinton County sentence, the IDOC records request is the appropriate channel for official documentation.

Nearby Counties

Clinton County is surrounded by Tipton, Hamilton, Boone, Tippecanoe, Carroll, and Cass counties. Each has its own sheriff's office and inmate records system.