Upper Darby Jail Roster Database
Upper Darby is one of the largest townships in Pennsylvania, and people arrested there are held at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Thornton. The Upper Darby jail roster reflects bookings by the Upper Darby Police Department and feeds into Delaware County's jail system. You can search this roster to find out if someone is currently in custody, review booking charges, or track case status through the county court system.
Upper Darby Quick Facts
Upper Darby Jail Roster Facility Information
Arrests in Upper Darby are processed through the Upper Darby Police Department and then sent to the George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Thornton. The facility serves all of Delaware County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. Warden Willie Bonds oversees the operation. The facility's mission centers on public safety through care, custody, and correctional practices that meet or exceed state standards.
| Facility | George W. Hill Correctional Facility |
|---|---|
| Address | 500 Cheyney Road Thornton, PA 19373 |
| Phone | 610-361-3200 |
| Warden | Willie Bonds |
| Website | delcopa.gov/prison |
| Township Website | upperdarby.org |
The Upper Darby Township website has information about police services, public safety news, and how to contact the township. For questions about a specific person on the Upper Darby jail roster, call the facility directly at 610-361-3200 or search through the inmate lookup tools described below.
How to Search the Upper Darby Inmate Roster
The primary tool for searching the Upper Darby jail roster is VINELink, which is linked to Delaware County's correctional system. You can visit vinelink.com to search by name and find out if someone is currently in custody at George W. Hill. VINELink also lets you register for automatic notifications when an inmate's status changes, which is useful for victims and family members who need to stay informed.
The Delaware County prison page at delcopa.gov also provides information on the facility, including how to contact staff. For court records connected to an Upper Darby arrest, the Pennsylvania UJS Web Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us provides free public access to case dockets. Criminal cases from Upper Darby are handled first at the Magisterial District Court level and then move to the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. You can track a case through both stages using the UJS portal.
Note: Court docket information reflects the legal case, while the jail roster shows physical custody status. These systems are separate and may not always match in real time.
Upper Darby Township and Police Department
The Upper Darby Township government operates the police department that makes arrests feeding into the county jail roster.
Upper Darby is one of the largest townships in all of Pennsylvania, with a densely populated urban layout that borders West Philadelphia. The township police department is one of the larger municipal forces in Delaware County. Arrests made in Upper Darby appear on the Delaware County jail roster and are held at the George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Thornton.
George W. Hill Correctional Facility for Upper Darby Inmates
The George W. Hill Correctional Facility is the only county jail in Delaware County, and all Upper Darby inmates are sent there. It is a large facility that serves a diverse population from across the county. The facility works to exceed correctional standards and provides a range of services to the people it holds.
Mail policy at George W. Hill has changed significantly. As of June 20, 2022, all personal letters, drawings, and pictures sent to inmates are digitally delivered via tablet rather than as physical mail. Attorney-client privileged mail is excluded from this policy. Money orders and physical mail should still be sent to: George W. Hill Correctional Facility, P.O. Box 247, Phoenix, MD 21131. Include the inmate's name and ID number on the envelope.
Visitation for Upper Darby inmates at George W. Hill can be scheduled through the online system at delawarecountypa.gtlvisitme.com. Register for a visit in advance using that portal. Contact the facility at 610-361-3200 with questions about scheduling or visiting rules.
Upper Darby Arrest Records and Court Access
When someone is arrested in Upper Darby, they face charges that move through the Pennsylvania court system. Preliminary hearings take place before a Magisterial District Judge. If the case proceeds, it is sent to the Delaware County Court of Common Pleas. Both stages create public records.
To find an Upper Darby court record, go to ujsportal.pacourts.us and search by name. You can see the charges filed, hearing dates, bail decisions, and case outcomes. This is one of the best free tools for following a case that started with an Upper Darby arrest and a booking onto the jail roster.
For a full criminal history background check, the ePATCH system at epatch.pa.gov provides certified reports from the Pennsylvania State Police. This is a fee-based service and returns statewide criminal history rather than a snapshot of who is currently in custody in Upper Darby.
Delaware County Jail Roster Records
Upper Darby is part of Delaware County, and all jail records for the township are maintained at the county level through the George W. Hill Correctional Facility. Visit the Delaware County page for the full roster, facility details, visitation rules, and county court resources.