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Luzerne County Inmate Search

Luzerne County, Pennsylvania Inmate Search

An inmate search lets the public check whether someone is currently in custody. In Luzerne County, this service is managed by the Luzerne County Correctional Facility, which provides an inmate lookup tool on its website for checking custody status. The Detention Center primarily holds people short-term, including those awaiting trial, serving sentences, or awaiting transfer to state or federal facilities.

County jail records cover individuals who are awaiting trial or serving short-term sentences in the correctional facility. Those sentenced to state prison are transferred to the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections. Individuals in federal custody are managed by the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

Within the county, the two largest cities are Wilkes-Barre and Hazleton. The Wilkes-Barre City Police Department and the Hazleton Police Department do not maintain separate public jail rosters. Individuals arrested by these agencies are typically booked into the county correctional facility and appear in the facility’s records.

Search results generally display the inmate’s name, booking date, charges, custody status, housing location, bond amount, and when available, a mugshot.

How to Find an Inmate in Luzerne County Jail

To locate an inmate housed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility, individuals can use the public inmate lookup tool provided through the facility’s website. The tool uses the Pennsylvania inmate locator system, allowing results to be filtered by committing county to display individuals held locally. The facility which is operated by the Luzerne County Division of Corrections, can also provide custody information directly for those who need additional assistance.

Luzerne County Correctional Facility

99 Water Street

Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Phone: (570) 829-7741

Luzerne County Sheriff’s Office

200 North River Street

Courthouse, Basement Level

Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Phone: (570) 825-1651

How to Use the Luzerne County Jail Roster

Luzerne County provides a public inmate lookup tool for individuals housed at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility. The county uses the Pennsylvania inmate locator system, where results can be filtered by county to display individuals held locally. Recently booked inmates may not appear immediately while processing is completed.

Search Options:

Full name (first and last)
Date of birth
Parole number or Inmate number (if known)
Committing county (select Luzerne)

Steps to Use the Roster:

Open the Luzerne County Correctional Facility website
Select the Inmate Lookup tool.
Enter the inmate’s details and choose Luzerne County from the list of committing counties to narrow the results to local inmates.
Check custody status, charges, housing location, and bond information.
If the inmate is not listed, review the roster again after a few hours or contact the facility directly.

What Information is Included in the Luzerne County Inmate Roster

The Luzerne County inmate roster is provided through the Inmate Lookup tool and lists individuals held at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility. The roster typically includes:

Name: The individual’s legal name
Name type: Indicates whether the name listed is legal or an alias
Mugshot: Booking photograph, when available
Inmate or parole number: A unique identification number assigned to the individual
Current location: Where the individual is housed within the facility
Permanent location: Assigned housing unit or program placement
Committing county: The county responsible for the arrest or commitment
Last updated time: When the roster information was most recently refreshed

Certain information, such as personal contact, medical details, or juvenile records, is not publicly accessible. Access to roster data is provided under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law (65 P.S. §67.301), which allows public access while protecting sensitive or confidential information.

Contact Details for Luzerne County Jail or Sheriff’s Office

Individuals seeking official updates about inmate status, booking, or jail procedures should contact the Luzerne County Correctional Facility or the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Office directly. The Correctional Facility manages inmate housing, booking, and visitation, while the Luzerne County Sheriff’s Office can assist with law enforcement matters, civil process services, and certain public records requests.

Office	Address	Main Phone	Booking/Visitation Line
Luzerne County Correctional Facility	Water Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711	(570) 829-7741	N/A
Luzerne County Sheriff’s Office	200 N. River Street, Courthouse, Basement Level, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711	(570) 825-1651	N/A

Jail Facility Overview in Luzerne County

Luzerne County operates the Luzerne County Correctional Facility, which is the primary jail for adult men and women. It manages intake, daily custody, and releases across multiple security levels.

The Luzerne County Re-Entry Service Center/Day Reporting Center is a community program for eligible inmates. Participants report regularly, attend programs, and follow supervision rules while serving part of their sentence outside the main jail. The program supports reintegration and compliance with court or parole requirements.

Agency	Office and Mail Address	Phone Number	Office Hours	Email
Luzerne County Correctional Facility	Water Street, Wilkes-Barre PA 18711	(570) 829-7741	Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.	Not publicly listed
Luzerne County Re-entry Day Reporting Center	125 N Wilkes-Barre Boulevard, Suite 4, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702	(570) 825-1725	Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.	Not publicly listed

How to Send Money to an Inmate in the Luzerne County Correctional Facility

Funds may be deposited into an inmate’s account for commissary purchases, phone use, and approved services through the following methods:

Lobby Kiosk (Cash): Located in the facility lobby, the kiosk accepts cash in denominations from $5 to $100 for commissary or phone accounts, up to $300 per transaction. A $2.50 fee applies.
Online or Phone (Card): Deposits may be made online through ConnectNetwork by selecting Luzerne County Correctional Facility and entering the inmate’s information. Funds can be applied to the general account (commissary) or telephone account. Fees range from $2.95 (up to $20) to $11.50 (up to $300).
Mail (Money Orders or Certified Bank Checks): Deposits can also be mailed to the facility. Include the inmate’s full name and LCDOC booking number, and send to:

Luzerne County Correctional Facility
99 Water Street
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Deposits are subject to vendor fees and facility policies. Cash and personal checks should not be mailed to the facility.

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

Luzerne County operates a single adult detention facility, the Luzerne County Correctional Facility. Custody information for individuals housed there is available through the county’s inmate locator system, which provides basic booking and housing details.

Luzerne County does not operate a public juvenile detention center, and juvenile records are not publicly accessible. Information involving juveniles must be requested through the appropriate court or juvenile justice authorities.

Facility	Separate Search	How to Access
Luzerne County Correctional Facility	Yes	Access the inmate locator through the Luzerne County Correctional Facility website or request information by phone at (570) 825-7741 or in person through facility administration

Luzerne County Visitation Rules and Schedule

Visiting an inmate at the Luzerne County Correctional Facility helps family and friends stay connected. All visits are subject to facility rules, and only approved visitors may attend.

Who Can Visit:

Only individuals on the inmate’s approved visitor list may attend
Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, who should bring valid photo ID, the child’s birth certificate, and social security card
Legal guardians must also provide guardianship papers
All visitors must carry a photo ID plus two additional legal forms of identification
Individuals with active warrants are not permitted to visit

Visiting Procedure:

Schedule visits in advance by contacting the visitation office
Professional visits are allowed during business hours on a first-come, first-served basis
Arrive early for check-in and security screening
Visits typically last 30 minutes
Follow all staff instructions and maintain proper behavior
Visitors must wear modest clothing; revealing, gang-related, or offensive attire is prohibited
Items such as tobacco, lighters, cell phones, cameras, recording devices, food, gum, and drinks are not allowed

Visitation Days & Times:

Visits are available Monday through Sunday, with hours depending on the housing unit
Visitation may be suspended during holidays or facility lockdowns

Consequences & Contact:

Failure to follow visitation rules may result in the visit being ended early or privileges being suspended. For questions or to schedule a visit, call the Luzerne County Correctional Facility at (570) 829-7741.

Mailing and Commissary Information

The Luzerne County Correctional Facility processes incoming mail through a secure screening system. Family and friends should follow all formatting requirements carefully to ensure delivery

Mailing Format:

Inmate First and Last Name, Booking Number

Luzerne County Correctional Facility

99 Water Street

Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Mailing Guidelines:

Plain white envelope and 8½" x 11" paper only
Single-sided letters in blue or black ink (or pencil), up to five pages
No staples, tape, glue, or metal items
Up to four photos per day (4" x 6" only; no Polaroids)
Do not include cash, personal checks, colored paper, stickers, adhesives, perfume, stamps, or magazine clipping

Non-legal mail is opened and inspected for safety and compliance with facility rules.

Commissary Funds:

Funds may be added via the lobby kiosk, approved online service, or by mailing a money order or certified bank check. Cash and personal checks are not accepted by mail. Policies may change, so confirm requirements with the facility before sending mail or funds.