Nevada inmate search
The State of Nevada has 20 Jails across 17 Counties which includes Clark County, Washoe County, Lyon County, Carson County, Nye County and others.
Nevada, known as “The Silver State,” is located in the Western United States, famous for its dazzling Las Vegas Strip and vast deserts. Carson City is the capital, known for its historic buildings and museums.
- Capital City: Carson
- Population: As of 2023, Nevada’s population is estimated to be around 3.2 million.
- Correctional Facilities: The Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) manages the state’s prison system, which encompasses a variety of facilities:
- Nevada State Prison (NSP): Located in Carson City, this high-security facility houses adult male offenders with long sentences.
- Women’s Correctional Center (WCC): Located in North Las Vegas, this facility houses adult female offenders.
- Nevada Southern Desert Correctional Center (NSDCC): Located in Indian Springs, this facility houses male and female inmates classified for lower security levels.
- Boot Camps: These programs offer intensive rehabilitation for non-violent offender.
- Community Reintegration Centers (CRCs): These facilities house inmates nearing release who participate in programs to transition back into society.
- County Jails: These hold individuals awaiting trial or serving short sentences.
- State Prison Population: As of 2022, Nevada’s prison population was approximately 16,000 inmates. This translates to an incarceration rate of around 500 per 100,000 residents, which is slightly above the national average.
- Probation Population: The exact number of individuals on probation in Nevada fluctuates, but estimates suggest it’s likely several times higher than the prison population, exceeding 30,000 as of 2022.
- Violent Crime Rate: Nevada’s violent crime rate ranks higher than the national average. According to the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting data, this is likely influenced by the high concentration of casinos and tourist areas in specific regions like Las Vegas. However, crime rates can vary significantly within the state, with rural areas having lower rates.
Nevada Inmate Search
- Clark County: Inmate Search
Opens in a new tab - Henderson Police: Inmate Search
Opens in a new tab - Humboldt County: Sheriff’s Office – Jail Roster
Opens in a new tab - Lander County: Sheriff’s Office – Jail Roster
Opens in a new tab - Las Vegas City: Detention Center
Opens in a new tab - Washoe County: Inmate Search
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Resources for Further Information:
The Nevada Department of Corrections website provides a public inmate search function. You can search for inmates by name or Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC) identification number.