Indiana County Pennsylvania Jail Roster
The Indiana County jail roster lists people currently held at the Indiana County Jail on Hoodridge Drive in Indiana, Pennsylvania. You can search by name to find booking records, charges, and custody status. The jail holds both people awaiting trial and those serving short sentences in the county. Indiana County is in western Pennsylvania, east of Pittsburgh, and the jail is operated by the Indiana County Sheriff's Office. Use the search tool below to look up Indiana County jail roster records.
Indiana County Quick Facts
Indiana County Jail at Hoodridge Drive
The Indiana County Jail is located at 665 Hoodridge Drive in Indiana, PA 15701. This facility holds adult male and female inmates who are either awaiting trial on criminal charges or serving sentences imposed by Indiana County courts. You can reach the jail by phone at 724-471-7500. The facility is operated by the Indiana County Sheriff's Office.
The Indiana County government website provides information about county offices and services, including links to the Sheriff's Office that manages the Indiana County jail roster.
The Indiana County government site at indianacountypa.gov is the official source for county department information and jail roster contacts.
The Indiana County Sheriff's Office directly oversees the jail and maintains the official Indiana County jail roster.
The Sheriff's Office at indianacountypa.gov/sheriff manages all aspects of the Indiana County jail roster and inmate custody.
| Facility |
Indiana County Jail 665 Hoodridge Drive Indiana, PA 15701 Phone: 724-471-7500 Fax: 724-471-7504 |
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| Operated By | Indiana County Sheriff's Office |
| Website | indianacountypa.gov |
How to Search the Indiana County Jail Roster
You can search Indiana County jail roster records by contacting the jail directly at 724-471-7500. Staff can confirm whether a specific person is in custody and give you basic booking information. For a broader search, several online tools provide access to court records and criminal history in Indiana County.
The Pennsylvania UJS portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us is a good resource for criminal case searches in Indiana County. You can look up cases by party name or docket number. Results show the charges filed, court dates, and case disposition. This is separate from the jail roster but helps you understand the full legal status of someone with a case in Indiana County. VINE at vinelink.com provides automated custody notifications so you can stay informed when someone's status changes at the Indiana County Jail.
Note: The Indiana County jail roster only shows people currently in custody at that facility. It does not include people who have been released or placed in state custody.
Services and Programs at Indiana County Jail
The Indiana County Jail provides a range of programs and services for inmates. Medical and mental health services are available to address health needs during confinement. GED preparation helps inmates work toward their equivalency credential while in custody at Indiana County Jail.
Substance abuse counseling is a core program at the Indiana County Jail. This reflects the broader statewide focus on addressing addiction as part of the criminal justice process. Religious services are available, and recreation programs give inmates structured time during their stay. Work release is offered for eligible inmates, allowing them to maintain employment while serving their sentence.
Visitation at Indiana County Jail requires prior approval. Anyone wishing to visit must be on the inmate's approved visitor list and bring a valid photo ID. Call 724-471-7500 in advance to get the current visitation schedule and any rules in effect at the time of your visit.
Indiana County Criminal Records Search
Criminal records in Indiana County are accessible to the public through both county-level and state-level systems. Court records maintained by the Clerk of Courts cover criminal case filings, verdicts, and sentences. You can search these online through the UJS portal or visit the courthouse in Indiana for in-person access.
The PATCH system at epatch.pa.gov provides statewide criminal history reports. These records are compiled from court and law enforcement data across Pennsylvania and include Indiana County cases. There is a fee to use the PATCH system. Free searches are available through the UJS portal for court records only.
The Pennsylvania Megan's Law sex offender registry at meganslaw.psp.pa.gov lets you look up registered offenders in Indiana County by address or zip code. The Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole at pbpp.pa.gov manages supervision for Indiana County residents released from state prison. Both databases are free to the public.
Historical Prison Records for Indiana County
Indiana County has a connection to the Western State Penitentiary in Pittsburgh that dates back to 1826. Under an act passed that year, inmates sentenced in Indiana County were required to serve their time at Western State. This was the standard arrangement for western Pennsylvania counties before county jails became widespread.
The records from this era are preserved at the Pennsylvania State Archives. They include intake records, descriptive registers, and discharge documents from Western State Penitentiary. These records often contain the county of origin, the crime, the sentence, and a physical description of the inmate. Researchers tracing family history or studying Indiana County's criminal justice past can access these records through the State Archives prison records guide. Many of the records are available as digital images, making them accessible without a visit to Harrisburg.
Note: Historical records from the State Archives document inmates from the 1800s and early 1900s and are separate from the current Indiana County jail roster.
Nearby Counties
Indiana County borders several other counties in western and central Pennsylvania. Search these county pages if you are looking for someone who may be held in a neighboring facility.