Find Released Inmates in Vermillion County

Vermillion County released inmates records are handled through the Vermillion County Sheriff's Office, which runs the county jail in Hillsdale. If you are trying to find out whether someone is currently locked up at the Vermillion County Jail or has been recently let go, the sheriff's office is the starting point. This page covers how to reach the local sheriff, what state tools apply to Vermillion County, and where to look for criminal records tied to people who have moved through the local system.

Vermillion County Sheriff and Jail Records

The Vermillion County Sheriff's Office maintains the county jail and keeps records on current and past inmates. The jail is located at 1888 S. State Road 63, Hillsdale, IN 47854. This is outside the county seat of Newport, so be aware if you are going in person. You can reach the sheriff's office at 765-492-3838 during business hours.

The sheriff's website is at vermilliongov.us/sheriff. It provides contact details and general information about the department's operations. The office does not appear to run a standalone online inmate search, so your best options for checking current custody status are to call the jail directly or use the statewide VINE system. Staff can confirm whether a person is in custody and, in many cases, tell you when they were released.

For a small county like Vermillion, phone contact is often the most direct path to inmate information. Jail staff handle booking and release records as part of daily operations, and they are generally able to answer basic questions about custody status without a formal records request. If you need a written record, you can ask about submitting a public records request under Indiana law.

The screenshot below was captured from the Vermillion County Sheriff's Office website, showing the department's contact and service information.

The page shows the basic department layout and contact options available to people seeking released inmates or jail records in Vermillion County.

VINE Notification for Vermillion County

Vermillion County is part of Indiana's statewide VINE system. VINELink covers county jails and state prisons across Indiana and lets you look up anyone in custody by name or offender ID. If someone is held at the Vermillion County Jail, they should appear in the VINE database shortly after booking. Visit vinelink.vineapps.com or call 866-959-8463 to check status at any time of day. No registration is needed for a basic search.

If you want automatic alerts when a person's custody status changes, you can register through VINELink. The system will call or text you the moment someone at the Vermillion County Jail is released. This is useful when you need timely notice but cannot check the system manually every day. The notification service is free.

Indiana SAVIN at indianasavin.in.gov is a related tool that covers both county jails and state facilities. If a Vermillion County resident ends up in a state prison rather than the local jail, SAVIN will still track their status and can alert you when they are released from state custody.

State Offender Locator and IDOC Records

Not every person booked in Vermillion County stays at the local jail. Some are transferred to Indiana Department of Correction facilities to serve longer sentences. The IDOC Offender Locator covers state prison inmates from every county in Indiana, including Vermillion. Search by name at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov. The database shows facility assignment, projected release date, and basic offender details at no cost.

The screenshot below shows what the Indiana DOC offender locator looks like, a statewide tool that covers Vermillion County inmates who have moved to state prison.

County jail records and state prison records are kept separately in Indiana. If someone was convicted of a felony and sent to a DOC facility, their record at the Vermillion County Jail may show as released even though they are still incarcerated at the state level. Checking both systems gives you a complete picture.

For formal requests about someone who has been through state custody, the IDOC records office handles written requests. Information on how to submit is at in.gov/idoc/contact-us/records-request/offender-records.

Court Records and Criminal History Access

Court records for cases handled in Vermillion County are available through the Indiana Courts MyCase portal. You can search by name to find criminal filings, case outcomes, and sentencing records. Most records are free to view. Visit public.courts.in.gov/mycase to start a search.

If you need a certified criminal history report on someone who has been through the Vermillion County system, the Indiana State Police runs that service. A name-based search costs $16.32 online or $15.00 by mail. The report covers statewide arrests and convictions. You can order at in.gov/isp/criminal-history-services/get-limited-criminal-history. Fingerprint-based checks are also available at a higher cost and give a more thorough result.

Indiana's public records law at IC 5-14-3-3 gives people the right to inspect and copy records held by public agencies, including jail logs and booking data. Under IC 5-14-3-4, some records may be withheld if releasing them could compromise an active investigation or endanger someone. But basic released inmates records at the Vermillion County Sheriff's Office are generally accessible to the public on request.

The screenshot below shows the Indiana Courts MyCase portal, which covers Vermillion County criminal cases.

This portal is free to use and does not require an account for basic case searches. It covers criminal, civil, and other case types from courts across the state.

Sex Offender Registry and Other Resources

The Indiana Sex Offender Registry lists people convicted of qualifying offenses who live or work in Vermillion County. Search by name, zip code, or city at icrimewatch.net/indiana.php. The registry is a state-maintained database and is updated regularly as people register or move.

Indiana Code IC 36-2-13 establishes the sheriff's duty to operate the county jail and maintain custody records. This is why the Vermillion County Sheriff is the primary local authority for released inmates information. The sheriff must keep records and respond to lawful public access requests. If you need a formal copy of a booking or release record, you can submit a written request to the sheriff's office citing this code section.

The Indiana multi-county jail portal at public.indianajail.gov aggregates inmate data from participating counties across the state. It is useful when you are not sure which county a person may be held in. Vermillion County may post data to this portal, so it is worth checking if the local sheriff's website does not return results.

Nearby Counties

Vermillion County borders Parke, Fountain, Warren, and Vigo counties. If someone may have been held in a neighboring jurisdiction, you can search those records through the links below.