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The Multnomah County Jail roster is maintained by the Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) in Portland, Oregon. Its official Public Access Inmate Data (PAID) system helps the public look up adults in custody, booking information and available release-related details.
MCSO operates two adult jail facilities: Multnomah County Detention Center in downtown Portland and Inverness Jail in northeast Portland. Start with the countywide inmate search rather than assuming a person is held at one specific building.
Multnomah County Jail Roster: Official Inmate Lookup
The Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office provides an online inmate-data service known as PAID — Public Access Inmate Data. It is the primary public starting point for locating an adult in county jail custody.
What can the official inmate search help you find?
Depending on the record and the public fields available, PAID can help identify a person in jail custody and review associated booking, charge, custody or release information. The county’s District Attorney confirms that MCSO makes inmate data and release information publicly searchable.
Is the Multnomah County roster free?
The official MCSO inmate-data search is a public resource. You should not need to purchase a third-party inmate report merely to begin an official custody lookup.
Does the roster cover both county jails?
Yes. The MCSO custody-information system is the appropriate starting point for adults held in its two county corrections facilities. A person may be booked at the downtown Detention Center and later housed at Inverness Jail.
Is the jail roster the same as a criminal background check?
No. The roster is a custody and booking-information resource. It does not establish a complete criminal history, conviction record or current court disposition.
How to Search Multnomah County Jail Inmates by Name
Visit MCSO Public Access Inmate Data. If the page does not load, open the Sheriff’s Jails page and choose Find an adult in custody.
Use the name or other identifier fields displayed by the current official interface.
Begin with the surname and add a first name when necessary to narrow the results.
Review the returned matching records. Search controls may change as the county updates its system.
Use available age, identifying information or booking details to distinguish people with similar names.
Review the custody, charge and release-related information the county makes available.
Save the booking identifier or SWIS identification number if displayed. These can help with mail, calls and further inquiries.
For a current housing location, bail or release question, call the appropriate MCSO jail facility.
What if I know only the last name?
Use the available name-search field and review possible matches. Do not assume that two people with the same surname are the same person.
What if the inmate uses another name?
Search known legal names and spelling variations where the interface allows. For inmate mail, MCSO specifically requires the first and last name under which the person was booked, even if that is not their usual name.
What is a SWIS number?
The SWIS ID is a jail identification number used by MCSO. The Sheriff’s Office requires it, along with the booked name, on incoming inmate mail. Ask the jail if you cannot find the correct identifier.
Can I search on my phone?
Yes. Open the official custody-search page in a mobile browser and use the available search fields. If the page is temporarily unavailable, try the link from the Sheriff’s main Jails page.
Multnomah County Jail Daily Bookings & Recent Arrests
The downtown Multnomah County Detention Center (MCDC) serves as the Sheriff’s booking and release location. The PAID system is the official starting point for looking up public booking records.
How to check a recent booking
Can I see everyone booked today?
The public inmate-data service can be used to investigate current and recent bookings. However, do not assume it provides a complete, permanent chronological archive of every arrest on a given date. People may be cited and released, transferred or never booked into an MCSO facility.
Is an arrest date always the booking date?
No. An arrest is the law-enforcement event; booking is the jail intake process. The two may occur at different times.
Why might someone appear at Inverness instead of the downtown jail?
MCDC handles booking and release, but the Sheriff’s Office also houses adults at Inverness Jail. The current housing facility can differ from the original booking location.
Can I search older bookings?
For a record no longer available through the public search, consider an official records request. MCSO identifies booking records and intake forms among the corrections records that may be requested, subject to applicable exemptions and retention rules.
How to Read Multnomah County Jail Booking Records
| Record item | What it means | Important caution |
|---|---|---|
| Booked Name | Name used in the jail’s booking system | May differ from the person’s commonly used name. |
| SWIS ID | MCSO identification number | Useful for correctly addressing inmate mail. |
| Booking Number | Identifier for a particular booking, if shown | One person may have multiple bookings over time. |
| Booking Date | Date the person entered jail intake | Not necessarily the arrest date. |
| Housing Facility | Location where the person is held, when provided | May change after transfer. |
| Charge | Recorded criminal allegation or custody basis | Not proof of guilt or final case disposition. |
| Bail / Security | Financial release information, if available | Other holds or conditions may affect release. |
| Release Information | Available information about custody ending | Verify the latest status with the jail. |
What if there are several charges?
A person may face multiple allegations, cases or holds. Do not add or interpret bail amounts without confirming the complete release conditions.
Does a listed charge mean the prosecutor filed it?
Not necessarily. Booking allegations and formally filed court charges can differ. Check the Multnomah County Circuit Court case record for current court filings.
Can a booking record be corrected?
Yes. Records can be updated as information changes. If you believe a record contains an error, contact the agency responsible for that record rather than relying on a third-party copy.
Multnomah County’s Two Adult Jail Facilities
Portland, OR 97204
Phone: 503-988-3689
Downtown facility inside the Justice Center. Handles booking and release.
Official facility information →Portland, OR 97220
Phone: 503-988-5060
Adult jail facility in northeast Portland. Also receives all incoming inmate postal mail.
Official facility information →Which jail should I call first?
For a new arrest, booking, bail or release question, start with MCDC at 503-988-3689. For a person confirmed to be housed at Inverness, call 503-988-5060.
Is the old Wapato Jail part of the current inmate search?
No. The Sheriff’s current adult corrections operations identify MCDC and Inverness Jail as its two operating jail facilities. Do not use an old Wapato address to locate someone in current custody.
Are juvenile detention records included?
The MCSO adult inmate search is not a juvenile detention roster. Juvenile detention is handled separately, and youth records have different access restrictions.
What if Someone Is Missing From the Multnomah County Jail Roster?
Practical troubleshooting sequence
Where can I find an Oregon state prisoner?
Use the Oregon Department of Corrections official offender-search resources. County jail and state prison records are different.
Where can I find a federal inmate?
Use the Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator.
Multnomah County Jail Mugshots, Booking Photos & Public Records
The Sheriff’s Office identifies booking photos, booking records, custody status, charge lists and intake forms among corrections records that can be requested through its public-records process.
How to request an official booking photo
Does every inmate have a publicly downloadable mugshot?
Do not assume so. A booking photograph may exist as an agency record without being directly downloadable from the current public roster. Disclosure is subject to Oregon public-records law and applicable restrictions.
Can I request historical booking records?
Yes, you may submit a public-records request, but availability depends on record retention, exemptions and the agency’s response.
Can I request jail video or inmate property records?
MCSO’s records page lists jail video and adult-in-custody property among corrections records that may be requested. Some material may be exempt or unavailable.
Where can I send a mailed records request?
Portland, OR 97214
The Sheriff’s Office identifies its online GovQA process as the preferred request method.
Multnomah County Jail Visitation: MCDC & Inverness
Visitation rules and schedules differ between the downtown Detention Center and Inverness Jail. MCSO warns that staffing conditions can affect social visits, especially on weekends.
General social visitation rules
Multnomah County Detention Center visiting hours
The Sheriff’s published MCDC visiting-hours notice lists the following in-person social visiting sessions:
| Day | Published in-person social sessions |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:30 a.m. |
| Wednesday | 9:30 a.m. |
| Thursday | 9:30 a.m. |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. |
MCDC public lobby hours: The published notice lists 7:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday, with holiday closures. This notice is dated February 2023; confirm the current schedule before visiting.
View official MCDC visiting-hours notice (PDF) →
Inverness Jail visiting hours
A newer Sheriff’s Office notice, effective in September 2026, lists these social visiting sessions at Inverness Jail:
| Day | Published social visiting sessions |
|---|---|
| Monday | 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. |
The same notice announces that the weekday 5:00 p.m. session changes to 4:30 p.m. beginning November 1, 2026. Confirm the implementation date and current schedule with MCSO.
Inverness public lobby hours: Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m., according to the county’s newer notice.
View official Inverness visiting-hours notice (PDF) →
How to visit an inmate in person
Can I arrange a video visit?
Yes. MCSO uses Securus Video Visiting for internet-based visits and lobby video kiosks. The Sheriff’s visitation page says video visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance and are monitored and recorded.
Scheduling caution: The Sheriff’s visitation page contains inconsistent descriptions of video visit duration. Use the time displayed by the current Securus booking system and confirm any restrictions before paying.
Are video visits private?
No. MCSO states that Securus video visits are recorded and subject to electronic monitoring. Attorneys should use the appropriate approved professional communication procedures.
Can an inmate refuse a visit?
Yes. An adult in custody may refuse to participate, and staff may restrict visits for disciplinary, safety or operational reasons.
Multnomah County Jail Inmate Phone Calls
MCSO identifies Securus Technologies as its jail telephone-service provider. People in custody may make approved outgoing personal or legal calls during scheduled walk times.
How to receive a call from a Multnomah County inmate
Can I call an inmate directly?
No. The Sheriff’s Office says members of the public cannot call into the jail to speak directly with someone in custody.
Are jail calls recorded?
Personal phone calls are monitored and recorded. MCSO maintains separate procedures for legal communication and provides a toll-free list of approved legal and official contacts.
Can I make a three-way call?
No. MCSO prohibits three-way or third-party calls, and its system can terminate such calls.
How do I stop unwanted inmate calls?
The Sheriff’s Office says you may block calls by pressing 6 on the keypad when receiving a jail call. For threatening or harassing calls, contact the facility where the person is held.
Multnomah County Jail Commissary & Sending Money
MCSO maintains financial accounts for adults in custody. Available funds can be used for commissary purchases such as hygiene products, snacks and writing supplies, and may also be applied to certain fees or bail.
The county identifies TouchPay as the deposit provider.
How to deposit money into an inmate account
Can I deposit money at the jail lobby?
Yes. The Justice Center has a TouchPay kiosk available around the clock for deposits. Inverness also has a kiosk accessible during its published lobby hours.
Can I mail cash, money orders or personal checks?
No. MCSO states that it does not accept cash, personal checks, cashier’s checks or money orders mailed for deposit to an inmate’s account. The entire letter may be returned if prohibited funds are enclosed.
Can an inmate send money to someone outside jail?
Yes, subject to MCSO’s authorization process. The inmate must complete a funds-release form. The county publishes a maximum of two money releases in 30 days and a maximum of $500 per transaction. The recipient must present government-issued identification.
Are there processing fees?
Yes. MCSO states that deposit transactions are subject to processing fees. Review the current amount before submitting payment.
Multnomah County Jail Inmate Mailing Address & Rules
All incoming inmate postal mail is routed through Inverness Jail, even when the inmate is housed downtown at MCDC.
[First and Last Name Used at Booking]
[SWIS ID Number]
11540 NE Inverness Drive
Portland, OR 97220
Required: Include your return address on the envelope.
How to send a letter correctly
Can I send a letter to the downtown jail address?
Use the Inverness address instead. MCSO states that all incoming inmate mail is routed through Inverness, regardless of the inmate’s housing location.
Does jail staff inspect incoming mail?
Yes. MCSO says incoming mail is opened and inspected. Legal mail has separate procedures, including verification and contraband inspection in the recipient’s presence.
Can I bring personal letters to the jail?
Facility Security Officers do not accept personal postal mail for inmates. MCSO separately allows visitors to complete an Inmate Memo Form at a jail, which is routed through the internal mail system. The county lists acceptance between 7:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m. daily except holidays.
Can I send books?
MCSO permits certain publications sent directly from a publisher or approved commercial retailer, subject to content and size restrictions. Publications must not be hardcover, leather-bound or spiral-bound and must fit within the Sheriff’s stated limits. Private-party packages are rejected.
What should I never include in a letter?
Do not enclose cash, money orders, gift cards, stamps, contraband, blank envelopes, stickers or prohibited items. Read the complete official rules before mailing photographs, publications or other materials.
Multnomah County Jail Bail, Security & Release Procedures
The Sheriff’s Office publishes specific bail-posting options. Before paying, confirm the person’s current status, the correct amount and whether any additional holds prevent release.
How to check bail before making a payment
Where can I post bail in person?
MCSO states that bail may be posted at the Justice Center lobby, 1120 SW 3rd Avenue, 24 hours a day, including holidays and weekends.
Can I post self-bail at Inverness Jail?
The Sheriff’s Office lists self-bail at the Inverness lobby daily from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Confirm the current procedure before traveling.
Can I pay bail online?
The county identifies TouchPay as an online option for eligible self-bail transactions using MCSO facility number 297204. Call the jail to confirm eligibility and payment instructions.
Will the inmate be released immediately after bail is paid?
Not necessarily. Other warrants, holds, court orders and administrative processing may affect the release time.
Where does release occur?
The Sheriff’s Corrections Division identifies the downtown Multnomah County Detention Center as the county’s booking and release location.
Multnomah County Jail Inmate Property Release & Clothing
MCSO has a defined process for releasing an adult in custody’s stored personal property to another person.
How to pick up an inmate’s stored property
Published property pickup hours
| Day | Pickup windows |
|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 10:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. |
| Saturday–Sunday | 7:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. |
Can I collect only one item?
No. The Sheriff’s instructions say an inmate may authorize release of all stored personal property, but not individual selected items.
Can jail staff request property release for me?
No. MCSO states that the inmate must initiate the release by completing the required form.
Can I drop off eyeglasses?
Prescription eyeglasses are the personal item the Sheriff’s Office routinely accepts for delivery to an inmate, subject to approval. The person dropping them off must provide government-issued identification and a valid mailing address.
Can I exchange clothing?
MCSO allows a limited clothing exchange after the inmate completes a clothing-exchange form. The county describes an exchange involving one shirt and one pair of pants. Call the jail before bringing clothing.
Multnomah County Court Records, Criminal Charges & Hearings
For criminal case filings, hearing dates and final dispositions, use the Oregon Judicial Department rather than relying solely on the jail booking record.
Portland, OR 97204
How to locate an inmate’s criminal court case
Does a jail charge always match the court charge?
No. Prosecutors may file different charges from those originally recorded at booking. Court records are the more appropriate source for the charges formally before a judge.
How can I find a court appearance date?
Use the Oregon Judicial Department’s court calendar and case-information resources, then confirm any important hearing details with the court.
Can I obtain certified criminal case records?
Contact the Multnomah County Circuit Court for certified copies and any applicable fees. An online public case summary is not necessarily a certified record.
What if the inmate’s case is in another county?
A person may be held in Multnomah County while facing a case or hold from another jurisdiction. Search the court identified in the record rather than assuming every case is filed in Multnomah County.
Multnomah County Jail Release Notifications: Oregon VISOR
Oregon uses the Victim Information System in Oregon (VISOR) to provide custody-status information and optional notifications.
How to register for custody notifications
What changes can VISOR report?
Oregon’s official guidance identifies custody changes such as release, transfer, escape and death in custody among events for which notifications may be provided.
Is VISOR the same as VINELink?
No. MCSO explains that Oregon transitioned from VINELink to VISOR in 2023. For current Oregon custody notifications, use VISOR.
Can I register without creating an account?
MCSO states that VISOR permits anonymous registration as well as optional account creation.
What if I am a crime victim seeking advance notice?
Multnomah County advises victims who want direct notification before a person’s release to call the jail at 503-988-3689. You can also ask about VISOR and available victim services.
Multnomah County Jail Addresses, Phone Numbers & Google Maps
501 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Suite 350
Portland, OR 97214
Map: Multnomah County Detention Center
Directions to Multnomah County Detention Center →
Map: Multnomah County Inverness Jail
Directions to Inverness Jail →
Which address should I use for inmate mail?
Use 11540 NE Inverness Drive, Portland, OR 97220 for inmate postal mail, regardless of whether the person is housed at Inverness or downtown. Include the booked name, SWIS ID, the words Inmate Mail and your return address.
Which address should I use for property pickup?
Use the Detention Center lobby at 1120 SW 3rd Avenue, after the inmate has completed the required property-release authorization.
Which jail handles booking and release?
The downtown Multnomah County Detention Center is MCSO’s booking and release location.
What should I check before leaving home?
Official Multnomah County Jail & Oregon Records Resources
Official adult-in-custody search for county jail booking and custody information.
Search inmate records →Facility addresses, bail instructions, mail rules, telephone services, deposits and property procedures.
Read jail information →Overview of MCDC, Inverness and official adult custody resources.
Visit Corrections Division →Visitor requirements, social visiting procedures, Securus video visits and safety rules.
Review visitation rules →Published downtown lobby, social visiting and video-kiosk schedule.
Open MCDC schedule PDF →Updated 2026 public lobby, social visitation and video-kiosk schedule.
Open Inverness schedule PDF →GovQA process for booking records, mugshots, custody records and other requestable materials.
Request official records →County instructions for jail, police, court and related records requests.
View records guide →Official inmate-custody resources and links to MCSO, VISOR and corrections searches.
View custody resources →Official court information, records and case-related resources.
Visit Circuit Court →Public case-information and court records access.
Search court records →Free custody-status information and notification registration.
Open VISOR →Official state corrections information for people in state prison custody.
Visit Oregon DOC →Federal inmate search for people in federal custody.
Search federal inmates →Verification note: The agency details in this guide are based on official MCSO jail, Corrections Division, visitation, public-records and contact pages, including the Sheriff’s September 2026 Inverness visiting-hours notice. The PAID database itself may change and was not independently queried for live inmate records. Check the official site before relying on time-sensitive schedules, custody statuses, fees or release instructions.
Multnomah County Jail Roster: 10 Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I search the Multnomah County Jail roster?
Open the official Multnomah County Sheriff’s Office Public Access Inmate Data system at apps.mcso.us/paid. Use the available inmate-search fields to look up the person’s name and review matching custody or booking records. If the direct link changes, use the Find an adult in custody link on the official MCSO Jails page.
2. Does the Multnomah County inmate search cover both Portland jails?
Yes. The Sheriff’s adult custody information covers its two corrections facilities: Multnomah County Detention Center at 1120 SW 3rd Avenue and Inverness Jail at 11540 NE Inverness Drive. The downtown Detention Center is the county’s booking and release location.
3. How can I check recent Multnomah County Jail bookings?
Search the official PAID system for the person’s name and review the available booking information. For a very recent arrest or an urgent custody question, call Multnomah County Detention Center at 503-988-3689.
4. What is the Multnomah County Jail phone number?
Multnomah County Detention Center can be reached at 503-988-3689. Inverness Jail can be reached at 503-988-5060. Contact the downtown Detention Center for booking, bail and release questions.
5. How do I find Multnomah County Jail mugshots?
The Sheriff’s Office identifies booking photographs among records that may be requested through its public-records process. Open the MCSO Public Records Requests page, follow the county’s GovQA portal link and submit a request with the booked name and any available booking details. Disclosure is subject to applicable laws and exemptions.
6. What are Multnomah County Jail visitation hours?
Visiting hours depend on whether the person is held at Multnomah County Detention Center or Inverness Jail. MCSO publishes separate facility schedules and advises visitors to call 503-988-3689 before traveling because staffing can affect social visitation.
7. How do I send money to a Multnomah County inmate?
MCSO uses TouchPay for inmate trust-account deposits. The county identifies facility number 297204 and the TouchPay phone number 1-866-232-1899. Deposits can also be made at authorized jail lobby kiosks. Processing fees apply, and mailed cash, money orders and personal checks are not accepted for deposits.
8. What address should I use to mail a Multnomah County inmate?
All inmate postal mail goes to 11540 NE Inverness Drive, Portland, OR 97220, regardless of where the inmate is housed. Include the words Inmate Mail, the person’s booked first and last name, the SWIS ID number and your complete return address.
9. Where can I post bail for someone in Multnomah County Jail?
The Sheriff’s Office says in-person bail is available at the Multnomah County Justice Center lobby, 1120 SW 3rd Avenue, 24 hours a day, including weekends and holidays. Certain self-bail payments may also be available through TouchPay or at Inverness Jail. Call 503-988-3689 to confirm the current instructions.
10. How can I get notified when a Multnomah County inmate is released?
Use Oregon’s official VISOR system at visor.oregon.gov to search for the person and register for available custody-status notifications. VISOR can provide information about release and transfer events. Crime victims seeking direct advance notice can also call the jail at 503-988-3689.