Franklin County Released Inmates

Franklin County released inmates records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office at the Franklin County Correctional Facility in Malone, New York. The county jail sits at 45 Bare Hill Road and holds pre-trial detainees along with sentenced inmates. The sheriff keeps all booking and release logs, which are available to the public through formal records requests. Franklin County is unique because it also hosts a state prison on the same road, so it helps to know the difference between the two. You can search for released inmates using statewide tools like DOCCS, VINE, and the court records system, or by calling the sheriff directly at 518-483-6741.

Franklin County Released Inmates Facility

The Franklin County Correctional Facility is the county jail. It is at 45 Bare Hill Road in Malone. The sheriff's office runs this facility and handles all bookings, housing, and releases. When someone is processed through the county jail, a record is created that includes their name, charges, booking date, and other key details. That record remains on file after the person is released.

There is an important distinction to make in Franklin County. The state also operates Franklin Correctional Facility, a maximum security state prison at 62 Bare Hill Road in Malone. That is a completely separate facility run by the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. The county jail at 45 Bare Hill Road is for local inmates. The state prison at 62 Bare Hill Road holds people serving longer sentences from across the state. If you are looking for released inmates, you need to know which facility held the person.

How to Find Franklin County Released Inmates

For the county jail, call the Franklin County Sheriff at 518-483-6741 or the jail at 518-483-6795. Staff can check their records and share information about current and recently released inmates. The county does not have a public online inmate lookup portal, so calling is the most direct way to get information.

For the state prison in Malone, use the DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup. This shows who is currently in state custody. The Parolee Lookup shows released inmates on parole. Since Franklin County has both a county jail and a state prison, these tools are especially important here. You need to check both systems to get the full picture.

The VINE notification system covers Franklin County. Register for free alerts when an inmate is released or moved. Notifications come by phone, email, or text. This works for both county jail and state prison inmates in the area.

Court records from Franklin County are available through the Criminal History Record Search. The Sex Offender Registry tracks certain released inmates who are required to register after serving time.

Visiting and Communication

If you need to visit someone at the Franklin County Correctional Facility, call the jail at 518-483-6795 for the current visiting schedule. Rules and times can change. Bring a valid photo ID. The jail staff will log your visit as part of the inmate's record.

For the state prison, visiting rules are set by DOCCS and are different from the county jail. Check the DOCCS website or call the state facility at 518-483-6040 for their schedule. Both facilities track visitors. This data becomes part of the inmate's file, right alongside booking and release information. When you search for released inmates from Franklin County, the records come from these same systems.

Franklin County Released Inmates Records Requests

You can request records about released inmates from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office under New York's Freedom of Information Law. Public Officers Law Article 6 gives you the right to ask for booking logs, release dates, charges, and other jail data. Submit your request in writing and include as much detail as you can.

The sheriff's office must respond within five business days. They may grant access, deny the request with a reason, or ask for more time. Certain information may be redacted. Medical records and active investigation details are typically exempt. But basic booking and release facts about released inmates from Franklin County are generally public information. You can appeal if your request is denied.

Historical records may be found at the New York State Archives, which holds older jail and prison data from across the state. For federal cases, the Bureau of Prisons inmate locator is the right tool to use.

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

The Franklin County government website provides contact information for the sheriff's office and details about the county correctional facility where released inmates records are maintained.

Cities in Franklin County

Franklin County does not have any cities that qualify for a dedicated page on this site. Malone is the county seat and largest community. All jail and released inmates records for the county go through the Franklin County Sheriff's Office.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Franklin County. Released inmates records stay with the county that processed the booking. Check the arrest location to find the right office.