Search Released Inmates in Putnam County

Putnam County released inmates records come from two distinct sources: the Putnam County Sheriff's Office in Greencastle for local jail inmates, and the Indiana Department of Correction for inmates held at Putnamville Correctional Facility, a state prison also located in Putnam County. Understanding which agency holds the person you are searching for is the key first step. This page explains both systems and walks through Indiana's statewide tools for finding released inmates tied to Putnam County.

Putnam County Sheriff and Local Jail Records

The Putnam County Sheriff's Office handles custody at the county jail located at 13 Keightly Road, Greencastle, IN 46135. You can reach the sheriff at 765-653-3211 or email vjohnson@putnam-sheriff.org. The sheriff's main website is at co.putnam.in.us/sheriff/. This office maintains booking and release records for everyone who passes through the county jail, separate from the state prison down the road.

Under IC 36-2-13, the sheriff must maintain custody records for all persons held in the county jail. These records cover booking dates, release dates, charges, and basic identifying information. They are public under IC 5-14-3-3, Indiana's Access to Public Records Act. You can call the jail to ask about current inmates or submit a written request for records of Putnam County released inmates who passed through the county facility.

The screenshot below shows the Putnam County Sheriff's website where local jail and released inmate information is available. Source: co.putnam.in.us/sheriff/.

Remember: the county jail and Putnamville Correctional Facility are two separate facilities. The sheriff manages the county jail; the IDOC runs Putnamville.

Putnamville Correctional Facility and IDOC Records

Putnamville Correctional Facility is a state prison run by the Indiana Department of Correction. It sits at 1946 W. US Highway 40, Greencastle, IN 46135, which is inside Putnam County but is not part of the county jail system. People held at Putnamville were sentenced by courts from across Indiana, not just Putnam County. They are IDOC inmates, not county jail inmates. The records for these individuals are maintained by the state, not the sheriff.

To find someone held or previously held at Putnamville, use the Indiana Offender Locator at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov. Search by name or offender ID. Results show facility, sentence details, projected release date, and supervision status. Released inmates who served time at Putnamville will still appear in the locator with a released status. This is often the right tool when searching for Putnam County released inmates who were in state custody rather than the local jail.

If you need formal documentation, the Indiana DOC handles written records requests at in.gov/idoc/contact-us/records-request/offender-records/. That office handles requests for records tied to Putnamville and any other IDOC facility.

The screenshot below shows the Indiana DOC Offender Locator, the main tool for finding inmates and Putnam County released inmates who were in the IDOC system, including Putnamville. Source: offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov.

Putnamville is a medium-security facility that holds both male and female offenders from across Indiana. Use the IDOC locator for anyone connected to that facility.

Jail Record Rules in Putnam County

The administrative rule at 210 IAC 3-1-6 sets out what county jails must record and how long they must keep those records. The Putnam County Jail follows these requirements. Booking entries must include the person's name, charges, booking date, and release date. This means a written record exists for each Putnam County released inmate, even years after the fact.

For records that are not available through the jail phone line, a written public records request under IC 5-14-3-4 is the way to go. The statute sets out what exemptions exist. Basic booking and release data for Putnam County released inmates from the county jail is generally disclosable. The sheriff's office will explain if a specific record is exempt and cite the legal reason.

Statewide Jail Portal

Indiana's multicounty jail portal at public.indianajail.gov aggregates booking and release data from participating county jails. Whether Putnam County appears in this system depends on whether the local jail has connected to the state feed. It is worth checking the portal to see if Putnam County data is available without needing to call the jail.

The portal screenshot below shows the Indiana multicounty jail public system where Putnam County released inmates from the local jail may be searchable. Source: public.indianajail.gov.

Note that Putnamville Correctional Facility does not appear on this county jail portal. That facility is IDOC-managed and is only searchable through the Offender Locator tool.

Victim Notification for Putnam County

Indiana SAVIN lets crime victims sign up for automatic alerts when an offender's custody status changes. Alerts cover both county jail releases and IDOC releases, which is especially relevant in Putnam County given the presence of Putnamville Correctional Facility. You can get notified when someone is released from either the county jail or the state prison. Register at indianasavin.in.gov or call VINELink at 866-959-8463 any time.

VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com/state/IN/ENGLISH lets you add multiple offenders and choose how you want to be notified. Calls, texts, and emails are all available. This service is free and runs around the clock. It is one of the most reliable tools for tracking Putnam County released inmates before they leave custody.

Criminal History Records for Putnam County

The Indiana State Police handles statewide criminal history requests. A criminal history check covers all arrest, charge, and conviction data on file with the ISP across every Indiana county, including Putnam. Online requests cost $16.32 and return quickly. Mail-in requests cost $15.00 and take more time. Both options are at in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services/get-limited-criminal-history/.

This type of check is more comprehensive than a simple jail roster lookup. It shows Putnam County arrests, outcomes, and any other records statewide. If you want fuller context about a Putnam County released inmate beyond their most recent custody stay, a criminal history request through the ISP is a good next step.

Court Records and Released Inmates in Putnam County

Criminal cases from Putnam County courts are searchable through Indiana Courts MyCase at public.courts.in.gov/mycase/. This free tool shows case filings, charges, and outcomes for matters handled in the local courts. You can look up what someone was charged with, how the case ended, and what sentence was imposed. This is the official court record tied to any Putnam County arrest, separate from jail status or IDOC records.

Most criminal case records in Putnam County are open under IC 5-14-3-3. Courts may restrict specific records under IC 5-14-3-4, but routine cases are generally viewable in MyCase. Court records are especially useful when you want to understand the legal history behind why someone was held at either the Putnam County Jail or Putnamville Correctional Facility.

Sex Offender Registry for Putnam County

Released inmates from Putnam County who were convicted of qualifying sex offenses must register with the Indiana Sex Offender Registry. This includes those released from both the local county jail and from Putnamville Correctional Facility. Search the registry at icrimewatch.net/indiana.php. You can filter by county, city, or ZIP code. Each listing shows the current address, a photo, and the offense tied to the registration requirement.

Run a name search to check whether a specific Putnam County released inmate appears on the registry. Not all released inmates are listed here, only those whose conviction type requires registration. The Indiana State Police manages the registry and updates it regularly.

Nearby Counties

Putnam County is located in west-central Indiana and borders several counties in the area. Each neighboring county has its own sheriff and jail resources for released inmate records.