Akron, Ohio Inmate Search
An inmate search is a free tool that lets the public check whether a person is currently held in jail. Persons arrested in Akron are usually held at the Summit County Jail. The Summit County Sheriff's Office offers an online inmate lookup tool. Interested persons may search by booking number, last name, first name, or date of birth. Results typically include:
- Full name and mugshot
- Booking date and booking number
- Charges filed
- Bond amount
- Custody status
Concerned persons may contact the Akron Police Department for any questions or information regarding an arrested individual:
Akron Police Department
217 South High Street
Akron, OH 44308
How to Find an Inmate in Akron Jail
The Akron Police Department may hold arrested persons for a short time for booking and charging before a transfer. Longer stays take place at the Summit County Jail, which the County Sheriff's Office runs. Concerned persons may reach the jail by calling (330) 643-2171.
To find an Akron arrestee, interested persons should first contact the Akron Police Department at (330) 375-2244, then search the County Sheriff's online inmate roster. The county jail and the County Sheriff's addresses are listed below:
Summit County Jail
205 East Crosier Street
Akron, OH 44311
Summit County Sheriff's Office
53 University Avenue
Akron, OH 44308
How to Use the Akron Jail Roster
Persons arrested in Akron are usually held at the Summit County Jail, run by the County Sheriff’s Office. Interested persons should search there, not through the city police department. Outlined below are step-by-step directives on locating an inmate:
- Visit the Sheriff’s Office website
- Scroll down to locate the “View Inmate Roster,” and click on it
- Use the browser’s Find option (CTRL + F) to search the inmate’s last name, first name, booking number, or date of birth.
Persons who prefer to call may reach the Sheriff’s Office at (330) 643-2154. Requestors should have the full name and date of birth ready before calling.
What Information is Included in the Akron Inmate Roster
The Summit County Sheriff’s roster lists persons now held in the county jail, including those arrested in Akron. Interested persons will usually find these details:
- Inmate number: A unique identification number assigned to each inmate. This ID is required for inmate mail, visits, and phone calls.
- Full name: The last name appears first on the roster.
- Date of birth, race, and sex: Helps confirm the right person.
- Photo: The roster includes the inmate's booking photo.
- Charges: A short description of the inmate’s offense.
- Arrest date and time: When the arrest took place.
- Arresting agency and officer number: A short agency code, such as APD for Akron Police, plus the officer’s badge number.
- Bail: Often known as a bond
Under the Ohio Public Records Act (Ohio Revised Code Section 149.43), anyone may request public records. However, restricted records such as sealed files, juvenile records, victim information, Social Security numbers, medical records, and open investigation files cannot be viewed by the public.
Contact Details for Akron Jail or Sheriff’s Office
Outlined below is all the relevant contact information needed to make an effective search for Akron jail records or information:
217 South High Street
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 375-2552
205 East Crosier Street
Akron, OH 44311
Phone: (330) 643-2171
53 University Avenue
Akron, OH 44308
Phone: (330) 643-2154
| Contact | Phone | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Akron Police Department | (330) 375-2552 | 217 South High Street Akron, OH 44308 |
| Summit Sheriff's Office | (330) 643-2154 | 53 University Avenue Akron, OH 44308 |
| Summit County Jail | (330) 643-2171 | 205 East Crosier Street Akron, OH 44311 |
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Summit County Jail?
Friends and family can send money to an inmate at Summit County Jail through some of the following approved channels:
- A kiosk in the facility lobby accepts deposits. The kiosk accepts cash or credit card transactions every day (8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.).
- Depositors may set up an account with a valid email address and will need a smartphone to access username and password information. Credit card processing fees do apply.
- Friends and family can add funds to a prepaid phone account. This lets an inmate call approved contacts.
(Note:) Each deposit is capped at $150. The jail rejects cash and personal checks sent by mail. Inmate accounts cannot be used for court payments.
Inmate Search by Jail Facility
Holding facilities administered by Akron and, consequently, Summit County do not handle public search access the same way:
- Summit County Jail: The online roster is publicly accessible. Interested individuals can look up someone by name to view their mugshot, charges, and bond amount.
- Summit County Juvenile Detention Center: No public search tool exists because juvenile records are private. During business hours, parents, guardians, and attorneys can inquire about records by calling the intake line or the Juvenile Court Clerk's Office.
- Private correctional or residential reentry programs: No independent public search is offered for any Akron-based correctional or residential reentry programs. You can obtain information about court-ordered placements through court supervision officers.
- The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC) has a search engine for all state prisons.
| Facility | Separate Search Option? | How to Access |
|---|---|---|
| Summit County Jail | Yes (Online roster) | County jail roster or call (330) 643-2171 |
| Juvenile Detention Center | No | Call (330) 643-2960 |
| Private correctional or residential reentry programs | No | Contact the program or the court supervision officers |
| ODRC (State Prisons) | Yes | Online search, filter by Summit County |
Akron Visitation Rules and Schedules
You can visit a loved one at the Summit County Jail through video visits, either in the jail lobby or from a personal phone or computer. Outlined below is what families and friends need to know to plan a successful visit:
- Who Is Allowed to Visit: After registering online, any adult (18 years of age or older) may schedule a visit. Only in the presence of a parent or legal guardian are children under the age of eighteen permitted to attend, and they must remain under constant supervision. A maximum of two visitors are permitted per visit; however, infants younger than one year old are not included in this figure.
- ID and Approval: Before making an appointment, register for a free account on the official website. Adults should bring a valid photo ID, like a driver's license or passport. A birth certificate or other proof of guardianship should be carried by parents or guardians when bringing a kid.
- Dress Code and Behavior Expectations: It is recommended that visitors dress modestly and not wear clothing that is exposing, associated with gangs, or resembles jail uniforms. Inappropriate behavior may cause an early termination of the visit. Visitors should remain composed and courteous throughout.
- How Long Visits Typically Last: 25 minutes per visit.
- General Days and Hours for Visitation: Visits take place from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visitors should show up 15 minutes early to check in, and lobby visits should be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Items a visitor can bring to an inmate: Inmate Services allows Bibles and other religious texts, as long as the material arrives sealed in its original factory packaging.
Mailing and Commissary Information
Personal letters do not go straight to the Summit County jail. Instead, they are mailed to a processing center in Jonesboro, Arkansas, where staff scan the letters before sending the digital copy to the inmate's tablet. Legal mail from a lawyer or the court goes straight to the jail in Akron instead.
- For personal letters, use this format:
Summit County Jail, Ohio
[INMATE NAME, INMATE ID#]
P.O. Box 16120
Jonesboro, AR 72401
(Note:) Always write the full name and return address of the sender. Letters missing this information get sent back or thrown away. Do not send glitter, crayon, marker, or colored pencil drawings. Do not send tape, stickers, staples, or glue. Do not spray letters with perfume or cologne. Do not send nude or obscene photos, cash, checks, or money orders.
Individuals should send commissary only through the money machine in the front lobby of the jail facility or through the approved website, not through mail.