Armstrong County Released Inmates
Armstrong County released inmate records are kept by the Armstrong County Jail in Kittanning, Pennsylvania. The jail holds people charged with crimes throughout Armstrong County, and records include booking information, criminal charges, bond amounts, and release dates. You can look up current and released inmates by calling the jail, visiting in person, or submitting a written records request. This page explains how to find Armstrong County inmate records and what state resources are available to help you search.
Armstrong County Jail Quick Facts
About the Armstrong County Jail
The Armstrong County Jail is located at 171 Staley's Court Road, Kittanning, PA 16201. It serves as the primary detention facility for people arrested in Armstrong County. The facility has a capacity of 158 inmates and houses both pretrial detainees and people serving short sentences for misdemeanor and felony offenses. The fax number for the facility is 724-548-1614.
The Armstrong County Sheriff's Office oversees arrest records and related law enforcement functions for the county. Their page is at co.armstrong.pa.us/departments/sheriff/. The county government homepage at co.armstrong.pa.us provides links to all Armstrong County departments, including the jail, Sheriff's Office, and the office that handles Right-to-Know requests.
Armstrong County inmate records typically include the person's full name, booking date, charges filed, arresting agency, bond amount and type, housing assignment, court dates, and projected release date. Booking photographs are part of the record. Some personal details, such as Social Security numbers, are restricted from public release but most booking information is available under Pennsylvania law.
The image below is from the Armstrong County government website. The site at co.armstrong.pa.us provides access to county departments including the jail and Sheriff's Office for released inmate records requests.
Start here to find links to the Armstrong County Sheriff's Office and jail contact information when looking up inmate records.
| Facility | Armstrong County Jail |
|---|---|
| Address | 171 Staley's Court Road, Kittanning, PA 16201 |
| Phone | 724-545-9222 |
| Website | co.armstrong.pa.us |
Inmate Search in Armstrong County
Armstrong County provides a limited online roster for public access. For the most current information about Armstrong County released inmates, phone inquiries are accepted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 724-545-9222 and provide the person's full legal name and date of birth. Staff can confirm custody status and provide basic booking details. Written requests are also accepted and can be mailed to the facility address.
In-person visits to the Armstrong County Jail at 171 Staley's Court Road in Kittanning are another option for accessing released inmate records. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Staff can pull up booking records and provide information on what is publicly available. For older released inmate records, a formal Right-to-Know request is the most reliable method.
For people from Armstrong County who were convicted and sent to a state prison, use the Pennsylvania DOC Inmate Locator at inmatelocator.cor.pa.gov. This free tool is updated daily and lets you search by name or DIN number. It covers all 25 state correctional institutions but does not include the Armstrong County Jail. If someone was sentenced locally and served their full term in the county facility, their records stay with Armstrong County.
The UJS Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us shows Armstrong County court case records for free. Searching by name will show docket sheets, charges, and case dispositions. This is a useful supplement to jail records, especially for released inmates whose booking data may no longer appear in the county roster.
Note: Armstrong County's online roster provides limited public access. Direct phone contact with the jail at 724-545-9222 is the most efficient way to confirm whether a person is currently in custody or was recently released from Armstrong County detention.
Right-to-Know Requests in Armstrong County
Under Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. §§ 67.101-67.3104, all government records are presumed public unless a specific exemption applies. Armstrong County released inmate records fall under this law. To submit a formal request, write to the Armstrong County Right-to-Know Officer at 500 East Market Street, Suite 106, Kittanning, PA 16201. The standard Pennsylvania RTK form is available at openrecords.pa.gov.
Your request should include the full name of the inmate, approximate dates of incarceration in Armstrong County, the charges or case number if known, and the specific records you are requesting. Armstrong County must respond within 5 business days under RTKL. Extensions of up to 30 additional days are allowed for complex requests. Copy fees are $0.25 per page. If your request is denied in whole or in part, you may appeal within 15 business days to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records.
The Criminal History Record Information Act, 18 Pa.C.S. § 9121 et seq., limits which portions of an arrest or criminal history record can be shared with the public. Booking records and charge information for Armstrong County inmates are generally public, but details protected under CHRIA may be redacted. The Clean Slate Law, Act 56 of 2018, automatically seals qualifying non-violent misdemeanor records after 10 years, which may affect older Armstrong County released inmate records.
PA SAVIN and Armstrong County
PA SAVIN provides automated custody notifications for Armstrong County and most other county jails across Pennsylvania. When you register, you receive alerts when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes, or returns to custody. The service is free and available 24 hours a day. Call 1-866-972-7284 to register by phone. You can also sign up online at pavictimhelp.org.
SAVIN is particularly useful for Armstrong County residents who want to know right away when someone is released from the county jail without having to check the roster manually. Notifications go out as soon as a change is recorded. Registration does not require a reason. Anyone can use the service to track an inmate held in Armstrong County or at a state facility across Pennsylvania.
For victims of crimes committed in Armstrong County, SAVIN provides a layer of safety and awareness. The service works alongside the county jail roster and the PADOC Inmate Locator, giving you a complete picture of an offender's custody status whether they are held locally or at a state prison. Contact PA SAVIN at 1-866-972-7284 for help setting up notifications tied to Armstrong County inmates.
Note: PA SAVIN covers most Armstrong County bookings, but coverage can vary. Verify with the jail at 724-545-9222 if you are unsure whether a specific inmate is enrolled in the notification system.
State Resources for Armstrong County Residents
Several Pennsylvania state tools are available to Armstrong County residents searching for released inmate records. The Pennsylvania State Police PATCH system at epatch.state.pa.us provides statewide criminal history checks for $22 per search. Call 1-888-783-7972 for assistance. PATCH draws from conviction records across all Pennsylvania counties, including Armstrong County, and reflects dispositions reported to the State Police central repository.
The Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole at pbpp.pa.gov tracks individuals on state parole. If someone formerly held in Armstrong County was sentenced to state prison and later released on parole, the PBPP maintains records of their supervision. The UJS Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us provides free access to Armstrong County court dockets and case summaries. You can search by name or case number.
The Pennsylvania Office of Open Records at openrecords.pa.gov handles appeals from denied RTK requests statewide. Their phone is 717-346-9903 and their address is 555 Walnut Street, Suite 605, Harrisburg, PA 17101. If Armstrong County denies your request for released inmate records, file an appeal with this office within 15 business days. The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections website at cor.pa.gov provides information about state-level incarceration and programs for people serving sentences in state facilities.
Expungement of Armstrong County records is possible under 18 Pa.C.S. § 9122 in qualifying cases. A petition is filed with the Armstrong County Court of Common Pleas. If granted, the record will no longer appear in public searches for Armstrong County released inmate records or in PATCH results.
Nearby Counties
Armstrong County is bordered by several western Pennsylvania counties. Released inmate records for each county are handled locally by that county's jail or correctional facility. If you are unsure where an arrest occurred, check which county the incident took place in.