Warren County Inmate Population

Warren County inmate population records are handled by Sheriff Jim LaFarr and the Warren County Sheriff's Office. The office sits at 1400 State Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845 and manages both law enforcement and corrections for the county. People arrested in Warren County are held at the county correctional facility. You can reach the sheriff's office at (518) 743-2500 or by email at sheriff@warrencountyny.gov. The corrections division runs the jail, while the civil division handles court papers and other duties. State tools like VINELink and the DOCCS lookup can also help find inmates.

Warren County Correctional Facility and Inmate Population

The Warren County Correctional Facility holds both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates. People serving sentences of one year or less stay at the county level. Those with longer sentences transfer to state prison under DOCCS. The sheriff's office runs the corrections division along with the civil division and road patrol.

Sheriff Jim LaFarr leads the office, with Undersheriff Terry Comeau assisting. The office runs several community programs alongside its corrections work. The Blue Envelope Program helps people with autism during traffic stops. Project Lifesaver aids people with cognitive conditions who may wander. These programs show a broader approach to public safety beyond just locking people up.

The jail must meet minimum standards set by the NYS Commission of Correction under Correction Law Article 3. These rules cover medical care, cell size, food quality, recreation, and grievance procedures. The Commission inspects the jail and can take action if the facility does not comply. Inmates have access to medical and mental health services. Visitation follows a posted schedule. Call the corrections division at (518) 743-2500 to check visit times before making the trip. Bail can be posted during set hours at the jail.

How to Search Warren County Inmate Population Records

Call the Warren County Sheriff's Office at (518) 743-2500 to find out if someone is in the county jail. The staff can confirm custody status and give you basic booking details. You can also email sheriff@warrencountyny.gov with your request.

VINELink covers most county jails in New York, including Warren County. Search by name to see if someone is in custody. You can register for free alerts. VINE notifies you by phone, email, or text when the inmate is released or moved. The service runs in over 200 languages. Toll-free: 1-866-277-7477.

The DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup covers state prison inmates. Search by name, birth year, or DIN. The system runs 24 hours a day with a short break near midnight. People with sealed records under CPL §160.50 do not appear. Youthful offenders are also excluded. Correction Law §9 removes non-violent offender data from the site three years after the person finishes their sentence and supervision.

The OCA Criminal History Record Search covers all 62 counties. The fee is $95 per search. You need a full name and date of birth. It shows open cases and convictions but is not an inmate locator.

Inmate Population Records and FOIL in Warren County

Inmate records in Warren County are available through the Freedom of Information Law. You send a written request to the sheriff's office or the Warren County Clerk for court-related documents. County Clerk Carrie L. Black handles records requests. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can walk in or make an appointment. Phone: (518) 761-6426.

The agency must respond to FOIL requests within five business days. Copy fees are 25 cents per page for standard documents. If the work takes more than two hours of staff time, the county can charge for it. Medical records for inmates are not released through FOIL. Those requests go through the jail's medical staff. Rap sheets are handled by DCJS at the state level, not by the county.

If you have trouble getting records through FOIL, the Committee on Open Government can help. They advise the public and agencies on what records must be released. Phone: 518-474-2518. Email: foil@dos.ny.gov.

State Resources for Warren County Inmate Population

The Commission of Correction publishes quarterly and monthly data on inmate populations at every county jail in New York. Their numbers for Warren County show how many people are held at the end of each quarter and what the average daily count looks like over the past 13 months. Annual data going back to 2016 is on their website.

A screenshot from the Warren County Sheriff's Office website shows the corrections division page.

The page provides details about the correctional facility and inmate services available at the county level.

DOCCS manages the state prison system. New York's total prison population fell 54.9% since 1999, going from 72,649 inmates to 32,766 as of early 2024. The state closed 24 facilities since 2011, cutting more than 13,000 beds. About 74% of state inmates are violent felony offenders. DOCCS publishes over 965 research reports on incarcerated population data, demographics, releases, and recidivism. Reports are available on the DOCCS website and through the NYS Open-NY data portal.

Legal Resources in Warren County

Warren County has a public defender's office for people who cannot afford a lawyer. Legal Aid Society of Northeastern New York serves the region with civil legal help for low-income residents. The Warren County Bar Association can connect you with private attorneys who handle criminal defense matters.

Crime victims can register for free alerts through VINELink. The SCOC complaint portal accepts complaints about jail conditions from inmates, family members, or concerned citizens. The Commission reviews all complaints as part of its oversight duties. For pistol permit questions, contact the Warren County Clerk's office at (518) 761-6516.

Communities in Warren County

Warren County includes several towns and the City of Glens Falls. People arrested anywhere in the county go to the Warren County Correctional Facility.

Communities in Warren County include Queensbury, Glens Falls, Lake George, Bolton, and Warrensburg. Inmates from all these areas are held at the county jail.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Warren County. If you are not sure which county jail holds someone, check the address where they were arrested.