Knox County Released Inmates Search

Knox County released inmates and jail records can be found through the Knox County Sheriff's Office in Vincennes and through Indiana's statewide offender databases. The Knox County jail is located at 2375 S. Old Decker Road in Vincennes, and the sheriff keeps custody records for everyone booked into or released from that facility. This page covers how to access local jail records, what statewide tools apply to Knox County released inmates, and where to go for victim notifications or formal records requests.

Knox County Sheriff and Jail Records

The Knox County Sheriff's Office at knoxcountyindianasheriffsoffice.com is the primary local source for Knox County released inmates and current jail records. The jail address is 2375 S. Old Decker Road, Vincennes, IN 47591. The main phone number is 812-882-7660. Call during business hours to ask about current detainees or recent releases from Knox County custody. Staff can confirm hold status and provide basic booking information by phone.

Indiana Code IC 36-2-13 establishes the sheriff's legal duty to maintain custody records for all persons held in the Knox County jail. State regulations under 210 IAC 3-1-6 set specific standards for what jail records must include: names, charges, booking dates, and release dates for Knox County released inmates and active detainees. For written public records requests, IC 5-14-3-3 gives any person the right to inspect and copy those records.

The screenshot below shows the Knox County Sheriff's Office website, which is the starting point for local Knox County released inmates and jail record inquiries. Source: knoxcountyindianasheriffsoffice.com.

The Knox County Sheriff's Office in Vincennes handles all county jail inquiries and public records requests for released inmate information.

Indiana Offender Locator for Knox County Released Inmates

When a Knox County resident receives a felony sentence and is transferred to a state DOC facility, they appear in the Indiana Offender Locator at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov. This free database is run by the Indiana Department of Correction. You can search by name or offender ID number. The record shows where the person is held, how long their sentence is, and when they are expected to be released. Post-release supervision details are also included.

The DOC locator is separate from the Knox County jail records. Misdemeanor sentences and short felony terms are usually served at the county jail in Vincennes. Longer felony sentences go to DOC facilities and will not appear in local Knox County records. Using both the sheriff's office and the DOC locator together gives the most complete picture of Knox County released inmates across both the local and state systems.

To request formal written records from IDOC, go to in.gov/idoc/contact-us/records-request/offender-records/. This is the right path when you need official documentation rather than a website lookup for a Knox County case.

Indiana Multicounty Jail Portal

The Indiana multicounty jail portal at public.indianajail.gov aggregates booking and release data from county jails across Indiana. Check this portal as a secondary search tool for Knox County released inmates. If Knox County has connected to the state system, you can search by name and see current booking records without calling the jail. Filter by Knox County in the portal to see what data is available. The portal is free to use and run by the Indiana Sheriff's Association.

The screenshot below shows the Indiana multicounty jail portal used to search Knox County released inmates and booking data from participating Indiana county jails. Source: public.indianajail.gov.

If Knox County participates in the portal, the data is pulled directly from the jail management system and reflects current custody status.

Victim Notification for Knox County Cases

Indiana SAVIN provides free automated custody alerts for crime victims with cases in Knox County. Register at indianasavin.in.gov or through VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com/state/IN/ENGLISH. The VINELink phone line is 866-959-8463 and is available 24 hours a day. Once registered, you receive automatic alerts when an offender from your Knox County case is released from custody, moved to a different facility, or escapes. Notifications can be sent to you by phone, text, or email depending on your preference.

SAVIN covers both county jail releases in Vincennes and releases from DOC state facilities. So whether a Knox County released inmate served time locally or at a state prison, one registration covers both. You do not have to re-register or check in manually. The system handles notification automatically.

Court Records for Knox County

Knox County criminal case records are searchable for free through Indiana Courts MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. This portal shows charges filed, hearings held, and final dispositions for criminal cases in Knox County. Use it to trace the legal history behind a released inmate's time in custody. The record shows what the person was charged with, how the court ruled, and what sentence was imposed. MyCase does not show real-time jail status, but it is the official source for case outcomes in Knox County courts.

For a statewide criminal history check that includes Knox County records, use the Indiana State Police service at in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services/get-limited-criminal-history/. Online requests cost $16.32 and return results quickly. Mail requests are $15.00. This covers arrests and convictions from Knox County and all other Indiana counties where the person has a record.

Access to court records in Indiana is governed by IC 5-14-3-3. Most Knox County criminal cases are public. Some records are restricted under IC 5-14-3-4 when sealed by court order, but those cases are the exception rather than the rule.

Sex Offender Registry in Knox County

Knox County released inmates convicted of qualifying sex offenses must register with the Indiana Sex Offender Registry at icrimewatch.net/indiana.php. The registry allows searches by name, county, city, and ZIP code. Results include a photo, current address, and offense description for each registered person. The Indiana State Police maintain the registry and update it when offenders register or change their address. Searching is free and requires no account.

The sex offender registry covers only those convicted of qualifying offenses. For a broader search of Knox County released inmates across all offense types, use the sheriff's office, the Indiana Offender Locator, or the Indiana multicounty jail portal. Each tool serves a different purpose and together they provide the most complete picture of Knox County custody records.

Nearby Counties

Knox County is in southwest Indiana along the Illinois border. These neighboring counties have their own sheriff offices and jail resources for released inmate searches.