Westmoreland County Inmate Database Access
Westmoreland County released inmate records are available through Westmoreland County Prison in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Westmoreland County is east of Pittsburgh in southwestern Pennsylvania. The county provides an online inmate search tool and an alphabetical inmate listing through its prison website. Released inmate records in Westmoreland County can be found using these tools and through formal Right-to-Know requests. This page explains the search tools available, how to request records, and what other resources exist for finding Westmoreland County released inmates.
Westmoreland County Quick Facts
Westmoreland County Prison in Greensburg
Westmoreland County Prison is at 3000 South Grande Boulevard, Greensburg, PA 15601. The phone number is 724-830-6000, and the fax is 724-830-6006. Greensburg is the county seat of Westmoreland County, and the prison serves all municipalities across the county.
Westmoreland County offers two online inmate search tools. The first is an active inmate search at apps.co.westmoreland.pa.us that lets you look up individuals by last name, first name, or date of birth. The second is an alphabetical listing of all current inmates at apps.westmorelandcountypa.gov. Both tools show booking number, commitment date, housing unit, and custody status for current inmates. They do not show released inmate records, which require a separate request.
| Facility |
Westmoreland County Prison 3000 South Grande Boulevard Greensburg, PA 15601 Phone: 724-830-6000 Fax: 724-830-6006 |
|---|---|
| Inmate Listing | apps.westmorelandcountypa.gov |
| Inmate Roster | co.westmoreland.pa.us/prison/inmate-roster |
| Open Records | co.westmoreland.pa.us/1112/Open-Records-Policy |
Note: The online tools at Westmoreland County show active inmates only. For released inmate records, contact the prison directly or submit a Right-to-Know request to the county's records officer.
Released Inmate Records in Westmoreland County
Released inmate records in Westmoreland County cover individuals who were booked into Westmoreland County Prison and subsequently discharged. These records may include name, booking number, commitment date, charges, and release information. They are generally public records under Pennsylvania law.
Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law, 65 P.S. §§ 67.101-67.3104 (Act 3 of 2008), governs access to these records. Agencies must respond within five business days. Standard copy fees are $0.25 per page. Westmoreland County's open records policy is published at co.westmoreland.pa.us/1112/Open-Records-Policy.
The Criminal History Record Information Act, 18 Pa.C.S. § 9121 et seq., limits public access to certain parts of criminal history files. Not every detail in a Westmoreland County booking record is public. Pennsylvania's Clean Slate Act (Act 56 of 2018) seals some conviction records automatically after a waiting period. Expungements under 18 Pa.C.S. § 9122 remove records from public access entirely.
Right-to-Know Requests in Westmoreland County
Westmoreland County's Right-to-Know officer is Lucy Yakulis, Director of Records Management. Requests go to the Records Management Department at 2 North Main Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The RTK phone number is 724-830-3467. You can also email RECORDS@CO.WESTMORELAND.PA.US.
To request released inmate records from Westmoreland County, include the individual's full name, approximate dates of custody, and a clear description of the records you need. Use the standard Pennsylvania RTK form at openrecords.pa.gov/RTKL/StandardRTKForm.cfm to format your request. Clear requests receive faster responses.
If your request is denied, you can appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records at openrecords.pa.gov, phone (717) 346-9903. The OOR can review the denial and order Westmoreland County to release records if the exemption does not legally apply.
Note: Westmoreland County's Records Management Department handles RTK requests for multiple county agencies. Specify that your request is for prison or jail records to ensure it is routed to the right office.
Victim Notification and PA SAVIN in Westmoreland County
PA SAVIN provides free notifications when an inmate's status changes at Westmoreland County Prison. This includes releases and transfers. The service runs 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Register at pavictimhelp.org or call 1-866-972-7284. You can choose phone or email alerts. PA SAVIN covers inmates at all Pennsylvania county jails, including Westmoreland County Prison. Anyone can register, regardless of whether they are a crime victim.
If a Westmoreland County inmate receives a state sentence and is transferred to a state prison, track them through the PADOC Inmate Locator at inmatelocator.cor.pa.gov. This system updates daily and is free to use. It covers only state-level facilities, not county jails like Westmoreland County Prison.
Statewide Tools for Westmoreland County
Several statewide tools can expand your search beyond what Westmoreland County provides directly. Use them alongside the county's own inmate search tools for the most complete results.
The PADOC Inmate Locator at inmatelocator.cor.pa.gov covers state prison inmates. If a Westmoreland County released inmate later received a state sentence, their record may appear there. The PA DOC website at cor.pa.gov explains the state prison system and the difference between county and state custody.
The UJS Web Portal at ujsportal.pacourts.us has court records from Westmoreland County and all other Pennsylvania counties. Search by name or docket number to find criminal cases linked to Westmoreland County released inmates. Court records are free to search.
PATCH at epatch.state.pa.us returns a statewide criminal history for $22 per person. Contact PATCH support at 1-888-783-7972. The Pennsylvania State Police maintains the database at psp.pa.gov.
The Pennsylvania Board of Probation and Parole at pbpp.pa.gov tracks individuals under state supervision. Westmoreland County released inmates on state parole may have records there.
Cities in Westmoreland County
Westmoreland County is a southwestern Pennsylvania county with Greensburg as its county seat. Westmoreland County Prison serves all communities in the county. Released inmate records in Westmoreland County reflect arrests and bookings from across the county, including the cities, boroughs, and townships that make up this large county.
Nearby Counties
Westmoreland County borders several Pennsylvania counties. If you need to search released inmate records in adjacent jurisdictions, the counties below may be relevant.