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Nebraska Inmate Search

Updated on: November 26, 2024
Department Name
Nebraska Dept. of Correctional Services
Location
P.O. Box #94661 Lincoln, NE 68509-4661
Phone Number
(402) 471-2654

About Nebraska Dept. of Correctional Services

Use this website for informational purposes only.

The correctional system in Nebraska, as in other U.S. states, operates at various levels – city, county, state, and federal – each with its own unique set of jurisdictions and facilities. The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is the agency responsible for state prisons, while county jails are under the jurisdiction of individual county sheriff's departments. City jails, on the other hand, are typically managed by city police departments.

These correctional facilities are designed to hold individuals who have been charged with or convicted of criminal offenses, ranging from minor violations to serious felonies. The length of stay can vary from short-term (days or weeks) to long-term (months to life), depending on the nature of the crime and the sentence imposed by the court.

Types of Correctional Institutions in Nebraska

State Prisons

State prisons in Nebraska are run by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS). As of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, Nebraska operates ten adult correctional facilities. These include:

For updated information, visit the NDCS Facilities page.

County Jails

County jails are overseen by the sheriff's department of each county. They typically house inmates who are awaiting trial or serving sentences for misdemeanor offenses. Examples of county jails in Nebraska include:

City Jails

City jails, often smaller facilities, are typically run by city police departments and usually hold individuals who are awaiting trial for minor offenses or serving short sentences. Examples would be Omaha City Jail or Lincoln City Jail.

Federal Prisons

As of 2021, Nebraska is home to one federal correctional institution, the Federal Correctional Institution, Sandstone. This is a low-security United States federal prison for male inmates in Minnesota.

Inmate Search Options in Nebraska

When searching for an inmate in Nebraska, there are various online and offline resources that can assist in the process.

State Prisons

Inmate records for state prisons are maintained by the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services. They provide an online inmate locator where you can search by the inmate's name or Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) number.

If you prefer to inquire offline, you may contact the NDCS's office directly at (402) 471-2654.

County Jails

For county jails, inmate searches are typically conducted through the website of the respective county sheriff's department. For example, Douglas County Sheriff's Office has an online inmate search tool.

For offline inquiries, contacting the specific county sheriff's office would be the best course of action.

City Jails

City jails typically have fewer resources for online inmate searches, and in many cases, you may need to contact the city police department directly.

Federal Prisons

Inmate records for federal prisons are maintained by the Federal Bureau of Prisons. They provide an online inmate locator where you can search by the inmate's name or Bureau of Prisons (BOP) number.

For offline inquiries, you can contact the BOP directly via phone at (202) 307-3198.

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