Cumberland County Inmate Search
Cumberland County released inmate records are maintained by the Cumberland County Prison in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The county seat of Carlisle is home to both the county government and the prison, which serves all of Cumberland County. Searching released inmate records lets you confirm custody history, look up booking details, and access information about individuals formerly held at the county facility. This guide covers the county prison, how to search inmate records in Cumberland County, how to submit Right-to-Know requests, and what state tools are available to supplement county-level data.
Cumberland County Quick Facts
Cumberland County Prison Facility
The Cumberland County Prison is located at 1101 Claremont Road in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The prison serves the county seat of Carlisle and all residents of Cumberland County. The facility's main phone is 717-245-8787, and the fax is 717-245-8792. The prison operates under a mission to professionally and transparently serve the community of staff, inmates, and the public. Core values guiding operations include professionalism, transparency, compassion, excellence, and pride.
The Records Department at Cumberland County Prison handles requests for inmate information and released inmate records. Records staff can be reached directly at 717-960-5528. The Central Booking line is 717-245-8792, and the general prison line is 717-245-8794. The Records Department operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Outside of those hours, the general prison line at 717-245-8787 can take basic inquiries about current custody status in Cumberland County.
The official Cumberland County Prison website at cumberlandcountypa.gov/95/Prison provides facility details, program information, and links to inmate records resources. The inmate information section at cumberlandcountypa.gov/4722/Inmate offers direct access to custody data for Cumberland County.
| Facility |
Cumberland County Prison 1101 Claremont Road Carlisle, PA 17015 Phone: 717-245-8787 Fax: 717-245-8792 |
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| Records Dept. | 717-960-5528 | Mon-Fri 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Website | cumberlandcountypa.gov/95/Prison |
Inmate Records Search in Cumberland County
The Cumberland County Prison's inmate information page gives the public online access to custody records. Visit cumberlandcountypa.gov/4722/Inmate to search for current and recently released inmates held at the Cumberland County Prison. This resource is maintained by the prison and reflects active custody data.
The county inmate system covers only people held at the Cumberland County Prison. It does not include individuals serving state sentences. For state inmates in Pennsylvania, use the free PA DOC Inmate Locator at inmatelocator.cor.pa.gov. That system is updated daily and searches all Pennsylvania state correctional institutions. If you are unsure whether a person is in county or state custody, checking both systems gives you the most complete information.
Detailed records for released inmates may require a formal records request. The Criminal History Record Information Act, 18 Pa.C.S. § 9121 et seq., governs what criminal history data can be shared publicly in Pennsylvania. Certain booking details and personal data may be withheld even for individuals no longer in Cumberland County custody. The Records Department at 717-960-5528 can answer questions about what is publicly available.
Note: The UJS Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us provides free access to criminal court filings connected to Cumberland County cases, which can supplement inmate record searches.
Right-to-Know Requests in Cumberland County
Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. §§ 67.101-67.3104 (Act 3 of 2008), gives any person the right to request public records from Cumberland County. The county established its formal RTK process in 2008 to comply with Act 3. You can submit a verbal, written, or anonymous request for records held by the Cumberland County Prison or other county agencies.
The Cumberland County Open Records Office manages RTK requests for county agencies. Visit cumberlandcountypa.gov/3156/Open-Records-Office for procedures and request forms. Step-by-step instructions are also available at cumberlandcountypa.gov/3157/How-to-Submit-a-Right-to-Know-Request. You can also submit requests in person at the Cumberland County Prison at 1101 Claremont Road, Carlisle, PA 17015, during business hours. The standard response deadline is five business days, and copy fees are $0.25 per page under the RTKL.
If your request is denied, you may appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records at openrecords.pa.gov. The OOR can be reached at 717-346-9903. The fee schedule for Cumberland County RTK requests appears on page 6 of the county's RTK Policy document. Records sealed under the Clean Slate Act of 2018 or expunged under 18 Pa.C.S. § 9122 are excluded from public disclosure. You can use the standard RTK form at openrecords.pa.gov/RTKL/StandardRTKForm.cfm to prepare a properly formatted request for Cumberland County records.
PA SAVIN in Cumberland County
PA SAVIN allows victims and the general public to track custody changes for offenders in Cumberland County. The system is free and operates 24 hours a day. You can search for an offender by name or identification number to view current custody status at the Cumberland County Prison or a Pennsylvania state facility.
To register for automatic notifications, visit pavictimhelp.org or call 1-866-972-7284. Notifications can be sent by phone, email, or text whenever the offender is released, transferred, or newly booked. Basic searches are anonymous and require no personal information. Victim registrations are handled confidentially. PA SAVIN works for both county and state custody and is an important tool for monitoring individuals released from Cumberland County facilities.
State Inmate Resources for Cumberland County
Pennsylvania state systems add important coverage beyond what Cumberland County publishes locally. Using them alongside county resources gives you the most complete view of someone's custody and criminal history.
The PA DOC Inmate Locator at inmatelocator.cor.pa.gov is free and updated daily for state prison inmates. The PA DOC homepage at cor.pa.gov covers state corrections programs. The Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole at pbpp.pa.gov supervises individuals released from state custody on parole, including those tied to Cumberland County cases. The UJS Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us is a free tool for searching court filings and criminal case dockets in Cumberland County. The Pennsylvania State Police at psp.pa.gov also maintains relevant statewide law enforcement records.
The PATCH background check system at epatch.state.pa.us provides official Pennsylvania criminal history reports for $22. PATCH covers conviction data statewide, including Cumberland County records. Call 1-888-783-7972 for help with PATCH requests. The Pennsylvania Office of Open Records at openrecords.pa.gov handles appeals and provides guidance on records access across all Pennsylvania counties.
Cities in Cumberland County
Cumberland County includes the county seat of Carlisle along with several boroughs and townships in south-central Pennsylvania. All released inmate records for Cumberland County municipalities are processed through the Cumberland County Prison.
Nearby Counties
Cumberland County borders several counties in south-central Pennsylvania. Each neighboring county maintains its own jail and inmate records system separate from Cumberland County.