Search Kings County Inmate Population

Kings County inmate population records are managed differently from other New York counties because Kings County is Brooklyn, one of the five boroughs of New York City. Instead of a county sheriff running the jail, the New York City Department of Correction (NYC DOC) handles all detention facilities for Brooklyn and the other four boroughs. People arrested in Kings County are held at facilities on Rikers Island or at borough-based locations. The NYC DOC provides a Person in Custody Lookup tool to find current inmates. For state-level inmates, use the DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup or VINELink.

NYC Department of Correction and Kings County Inmate Population

The NYC Department of Correction operates all jail facilities for Kings County and the other four boroughs of New York City. Unlike the rest of New York State, where county sheriffs run local jails, NYC has a single department that handles corrections for all five boroughs. Commissioner Stanley Richards leads the agency. First Deputy Commissioner Margaret "Meg" Egan serves as second in command.

People arrested in Brooklyn go to Rikers Island or one of the borough-based facilities. The main Rikers Island complex includes several facilities. The Eric M. Taylor Center (EMTC) at 10-10 Hazen Street, East Elmhurst, NY 11370 houses male inmates. The George R. Vierno Center (GRVC) at 09-09 Hazen Street holds male adults. The Rose M. Singer Center (RMSC) at 19-19 Hazen Street is for female inmates. The Robert N. Davoren Center (RNDC) is at 11-11 Hazen Street. The Otis Bantum Correctional Center (OBCC) sits at 16-00 Hazen Street. The West Facility is at 16-06 Hazen Street.

Hospital prison wards also hold some inmates. The Elmhurst Hospital Prison Ward is at 79-01 Broadway, Queens, NY 11370. Bellevue Hospital Prison Ward is at 462 1st Avenue, New York, NY 10016. The NYC DOC creates a safe and supportive environment and provides care for people ordered held by the courts. The agency serves individuals awaiting trial or sentenced to one year or less.

Kings County Inmate Population Lookup

The Person in Custody Lookup is the primary tool for finding someone held in NYC DOC facilities. The system shows the current location of a person in DOC custody and basic case information. It covers all five boroughs, including Kings County (Brooklyn). The lookup is not for people in police custody, state prison, or federal facilities. It only covers NYC DOC.

For people arrested but not yet in DOC custody, you can call 311 or 212-639-9675. This service helps locate recently arrested people. Information is only available by phone through this channel. There is no online lookup for NYC arrests through the 311 portal.

The NYC DOC Person in Custody Lookup system is shown below. This tool covers all inmates held in DOC facilities across the five boroughs.

This lookup is the fastest way to find someone currently held at Rikers Island or other NYC DOC facilities.

Visiting Inmates from Kings County

In-person visits at NYC DOC facilities operate on a walk-in basis only. Pre-registration is not available. Visits happen on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Wednesday and Thursday registration runs from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Saturday and Sunday registration runs from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Televisits happen on Fridays. The visit schedule is based on the first letter of the person's last name.

A Virtual Visitors Center is available for remote visits. The Benjamin Ward Visit Center at 18-31 Hazen Street, East Elmhurst, NY 11370 serves in-person visitors. Public transportation to Rikers Island includes the Q101 or Q100 bus. Packages are accepted during visiting hours as of December 20, 2025. Packages can also be dropped at the Rikers Bail and Package Reception area or mailed to the facility.

The NYC DOC facilities page is shown below, listing all detention locations where Kings County inmates may be held.

Most Brooklyn inmates are held at one of these Rikers Island facilities or at borough-based locations.

State Resources for Kings County Inmate Population

For people who have been sentenced to state prison, the DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup covers anyone in or formerly in a state correctional facility. Search by name, birth year, or Department Identification Number. The system runs around the clock with a brief break near midnight. People held in state prison since the early 1970s are in the database. Youthful offenders and those whose convictions were sealed under CPL §160.50 are not listed.

The Commission of Correction publishes quarterly statistics on NYC jail population figures. NYC DOC data has been reported to the state since 2016. The Commission tracks average daily census figures. Under Correction Law §9, DOCCS removes certain non-violent offender data from its website three years after a person finishes their sentence and supervision.

You can also use VINELink to search for inmates. VINE covers both county jails and NYC DOC facilities. Register for alerts when an inmate is released, transferred, or escapes. The toll-free number is 1-866-277-7477. The service is free, confidential, and available in over 200 languages.

Inmate Population Records and FOIL for Kings County

FOIL requests for NYC DOC records go through the city's FOIL process. The Freedom of Information Law gives the public a right to government records with certain limits. Put your request in writing. The agency must respond within five business days. Standard copy fees are 25 cents per page.

The OCA Criminal History Record Search covers all 62 New York counties, including Kings County. The fee is $95 per search. You need a full name and date of birth. Results show open cases and convictions in criminal courts across the state. Sealed records under CPL §160.59 are not disclosed. The Committee on Open Government provides guidance on FOIL rights at 518-474-2518.

Criminal case information for Kings County is also available through the WebCrims platform, which provides free access to criminal case records, court calendars, and defendant information. Search by case number or defendant name. Correction Law Article 3 governs state oversight of detention facilities, including those operated by NYC DOC.

Legal Resources in Kings County

Brooklyn has many legal aid organizations. The Legal Aid Society is the largest provider of free legal services in the city. Brooklyn Defender Services handles criminal defense cases for people who cannot afford an attorney. The Brooklyn Bar Association connects people with private attorneys for all types of legal matters.

For crime victims, VINELink provides free notification services. Register for alerts about a specific inmate and get notified when that person is released or moved. The Commission of Correction complaint portal accepts complaints about correctional facility conditions from inmates, family members, or concerned citizens. The Division of Criminal Justice Services maintains criminal history records and publishes crime statistics at the county level.

Kings County (Brooklyn)

Kings County is the Borough of Brooklyn, one of five boroughs of New York City. All arrests in Brooklyn are handled by NYC DOC, not a county sheriff.

Brooklyn is the most populous borough in New York City with about 2.7 million residents. All NYC DOC facilities serve all five boroughs.

Nearby Counties

These counties are adjacent to Kings County. All NYC boroughs are served by NYC DOC, while surrounding counties have their own jail systems.