Passaic County Inmate Search
In Passaic County, New Jersey, an inmate search is a process that aids the retrieval of information about detainees of county law enforcement agencies. This search helps members of the public access important custody information about an inmate's incarceration status, charge and bond details, and personal details. Interested persons may look up Passaic County inmate information online or in-person at the Sheriff's Office. All information considered a part of Passaic County Public Records will be disclosed to the public unless otherwise specified by law or court order.
Inmate records are considered public in the United States and therefore are made available by both traditional governmental agencies as well as third-party websites and organizations. Third-party websites may offer an easier means to search, as these services do not face geographical limitations. However, because third-party sites are not government-sponsored, the information obtained through them may vary from official channels. To find inmate records using third-party aggregate sites, requesting parties must provide:
- The location of the sought-after record, including state, county, and city where the inmate resides.
- The name of the person listed in the record, unless it is a juvenile.
Passaic County Prison System
The Passaic County Sheriff's Office oversees the administrative functions of the County jail. Established in 1957, the prison currently has four(4) floors with a 1,242-inmate capacity. However, most of Passaic County's male inmates are housed in Bergen County Jail. Some of Passaic County's male inmates and all of its female inmates are held in Hudson County.
How to Find an Inmate in Passaic County
A record seeker can find an inmate in Passaic County online or in person at the County Sheriff's Office. Online requesters may utilize the Inmate Lookup tool at the Sherriff's Office homepage to find an inmate. The search criteria are by name or Unique Identifier or Value. A name search will turn results on all inmates with the searched name. However, a Unique Identifier or Value search will give a more specific result. During business hours, an in-person search can be done at the Sheriff's Office. Although online inmate searches are free, in-person requests usually attract a fee. Requesters must know basic information about the inmate, like name and booking number. The Sheriff's Office is located at:
Passaic County Sheriff's Office
435 Hamburg Turnpike
Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone: (973) 389-5900
How Does a Passaic County Inmate Search Work?
Per the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (OPRA), anyone can inspect or obtain copies of inmate records from law enforcement agencies in Passaic County. However, certain inmate records may be exempted from public disclosure. Examples of confidential inmate records are victim's records, criminal investigatory records, and records containing personal identifying information like social security numbers. Confidential records are only restricted to a select few, like record holders, their legal representatives, and any other person with a court order. A typical Passaic County inmate search reveals the following information:
- Inmate's name, sex, and date of birth
- Inmate information (booking number, permanent ID number, race, citizen, and country of birth)
- Incarceration information (current housing section, cell, block, and bed, current location, county, commitment date, and projected release date)
- Detainer information
- Bond information (case number, bond type, amount, status, percent, posted by, post date, and total)
- Charge information (case number, offense date, code, description, grade, and degree)
Where to Find a Passaic County Inmate Locator
Individuals can find Passaic County inmate locators at the county jail and state and federal prison websites. Passaic County Sherrif's Office has an Inmate Locator that can be used to find inmates housed in the county jails. The search criteria are by name or Unique Identifier or Value.
The New Jersey Department of Corrections (DOC) also has an Inmate Locator that can be used to find Passaic County inmates housed in state prisons. The search criteria are by the following means:
- SBI Number, Name, and Sex
- Hair Color, Eye Color, and Race
- County(s) of Commitment and Current Facility Location
- Birth Date and Age
The search result will reveal information like the inmate's name, SDI number, race, sex, hair and eye color, ethnicity, height, weight, current prison sentence, admission date, current facility, incarceration history, and aliases.
Individuals can also use the Inmate Locator on the Federal Bureau of Prisons' website to find information about Bergen County inmates in federal prisons. The search parameters are by name or number. The search result will provide information about the inmate's full name, register number, age, race, sex, and release date.
Alternatively, requesters use third-party inmate locators to find Passaic County inmates. The inmate's name and booking numbers may be required to facilitate the search. Access to third-party inmate locators typically comes with fees as low as $10.
How to Send Money to a Passaic County Inmate
Interested persons can deposit money into an inmate's account through a third-party system. Cash, money orders, certified checks, personal checks, and cash sent through the mail will not be accepted and will be returned to the sender. Inmates are not permitted to have any form of currency in their possession.
How to Visit a Passaic County Inmate
Family and friends who want to visit an inmate in Passaic County jail must schedule a visit. Personal visit hours are as follows:
- Tuesday to Thursday: 12 pm - 2:30 pm / 5 pm -10 pm EST
- Saturday and Sunday: 9 am - 2:30 pm / 5 pm - 10 pm EST
- Monday and Friday: 5 pm -10 pm
Professional/attorney visits can be scheduled from Monday to Sunday from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. / 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. / 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. The visit can be scheduled as far as one week in advance. Attorneys who want to schedule a same-day visit/conference must contact the Passaic County Jail at (862) 239-7089. They must provide the inmate's name, time scheduled, and confirmation number after the visit/conference is scheduled to the officer. Attorney-client conferences are free. Attorneys who want to schedule a face-to-face visit at the jail should not schedule the appointment online. Online scheduling is only available for non-contact video conferences through the Internet. Attorneys who want to conduct in-person visits must email their requests to the jail at pcsoconference@pcsheriff.org.
How to Send Jail Mail in Passaic County
The Passaic County jail allows individuals to send mail to inmates in their custody. All mail must have the inmate's name, SBI number, and state prison number on the outside of the envelopes. All mail sent to the Passaic County jail is opened and inspected for contraband. Incoming mail can be confiscated if it:
- Contains material that is harmful to the security and order of the jail.
- Contains information about making weapons, explosives, and controlled dangerous substances (CDS - drugs or narcotics), escape plans, lock picking, or anything that might threaten or harm the security of the jail.
- Contains information that appears to be in code.
- Incites violence and destructive or disruptive behavior toward jail staff.
- Contains information about or instruction in martial arts.
Passaic County Jails and Prisons
Below are the names, addresses, and contact information of all the jail facilities, prisons, and detention centers in Passaic County:
Passaic County Jail
11 Marshall Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
Phone: (973) 881-4620
Fenwick House (Passaic County)
367-371 Market Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
Phone: (973) 278-7205
