Find Benton County Jail Roster Records
Benton County posts its jail roster through the Sheriff's Office in Corvallis, Oregon. The Adult in Custody report lists all people held at the Benton County Jail and updates every four hours. About 95,000 people live in Benton County. The jail is one of the smallest per capita in the state. You can search the Benton County jail roster online to see who is in custody, what charges they face, and when they may be released. This guide walks you through the search steps and explains what jail roster records contain.
Benton County Quick Facts
Benton County Jail Overview
Sheriff Scott Jackson oversees the Benton County Sheriff's Office. The office is at 180 NW 5th Street in Corvallis. Captain John DeVaney manages the jail, which is at 190 NW 5th Street. The Benton County Jail has a capacity of 669 beds in a 100,355-square-foot facility. A half-cent county jail tax funded the $16.8 million project, which included land costs. Despite the large building, Benton County has long been known for having the smallest jail population per capita in Oregon.
Because of limited use, the county rents about 40 beds at other jails to handle overflow. Early release has been used at times to manage capacity. When the jail reaches full status, new arrestees cannot be processed until space opens up. All law enforcement in Benton County books inmates at this one facility. The Benton County jail roster reflects who is held here and at contract locations.
Visit the Benton County Sheriff's Office website for current jail information. You can call the Sheriff's Office at (541) 766-6858 for questions about the jail roster or inmate status.
| Jail |
Benton County Jail 190 NW 5th Street Corvallis, OR 97330 Phone: (541) 766-6858 Fax: (541) 766-6011 |
|---|---|
| Jail Manager | Captain John DeVaney |
| After Hours | (541) 766-6911 |
How to Search Benton County Inmates
The Benton County jail roster is available through two online reports. The Adult in Custody Report lists all people currently held. It updates roughly every four hours. The Adult in Custody Release Report shows who has been let go in the past 31 days. It updates once a day. Both reports are free to view on the Benton County jail roster page.
To find someone, go to the roster page and search by name. The Benton County jail roster will show the person's booking date, charges, and release date if one is set. Adults in custody may be held at the Benton County Jail or at a rental bed site. The report covers both. A glossary of terms and short forms is posted on the site to help you read the data. This makes the Benton County roster easier to use than many others in the state.
The screenshot below shows the Benton County Sheriff's Office website where the jail roster can be found. Go to the Benton County Sheriff's portal to start your search.
If you cannot find someone on the Benton County jail roster, they may have been released or transferred. Check the Release Report for recent discharges. For state prison inmates, use the Oregon Offender Search system.
Note: Photos of adults in custody are no longer posted online due to Oregon HB 3273, which took effect January 1, 2022.
Benton County Jail Roster Details
Each entry on the Benton County jail roster includes basic booking data. You will see the person's name. The booking date shows when they were brought into custody. Charges are listed next. A release date appears if the court has set one. The data comes from the jail's automated database and is meant to reflect real-time status as closely as possible.
The roster does not include mugshot photos. Before 2022, some Oregon jails posted photos on their public roster pages. HB 3273 changed that. Benton County stopped showing photos on its website to comply with the new law. If you need a mugshot for a lawful purpose, you must send a written request by mail to Benton County Jail, 180 NW 5th Street, Corvallis, OR 97330. Address it to Media Relations with the subject line "Inmate Mugshot Request." The jail will process your request under ORS 192.314 and related public records rules.
Public Records Access in Benton County
Oregon's public records law gives everyone the right to access jail roster data. The Benton County Sheriff's Office follows these rules closely. Most booking records are public. Names, charges, and custody status are open data. Some details are not shared. Medical records, mental health data, and Social Security numbers stay private under ORS 192.345(3) and related exemptions.
To request records beyond the online roster, contact the Sheriff's Office at (541) 766-6858. You can also write to them at 180 NW 5th Street, Corvallis, OR 97330. State what you need clearly. The office must respond within a reasonable time under the law. Copy fees must match the real cost of making copies. If sharing the records serves the public good, the office may waive or reduce fees under ORS 192.324(5).
The Benton County Circuit Court also holds records tied to jail bookings. The courthouse is at 120 NW 4th Street in Corvallis. Judges Joan Demarest, Matthew Donohue, and Locke Williams hear cases there. Court files show case outcomes, sentencing, and other details beyond what the jail roster provides. Search court records through Oregon eCourt.
Benton County Community Corrections
Benton County Community Corrections handles parole and probation for people released from the jail. Director Justin Carley leads the team from 180 NW Fifth Street in Corvallis. The office can be reached at (541) 766-6887 during business hours or (541) 766-6911 after hours. Supervisors Abraham Griswold and Joel Pickerd manage the daily work of parole and probation officers.
People on supervised release may still appear on the Benton County jail roster if they are brought back on a violation. A probation hold or parole sanction can put someone back in custody. The roster will show the new booking and the reason for the hold. Community Corrections also runs a Transition Center to help people move from jail back into the community. This work helps reduce repeat bookings at the Benton County Jail.
- Director: Justin Carley, (541) 766-6224
- Supervisor: Abraham Griswold, (541) 766-6233
- Supervisor: Joel Pickerd, (541) 766-6226
- Reception: (541) 766-6887 or (541) 766-6888
- After Hours: (541) 766-6911
The District Attorney's office works closely with corrections. John Haroldson serves as Benton County District Attorney. His office is at the courthouse and can be reached at (541) 766-6815.
Note: Adults in custody may be held at rental bed locations outside Benton County, but they still appear on the county's jail roster.
Benton County Jail Roster Resources
Several tools can help you find information about inmates in Benton County. The jail roster is the best place to start for current custody data. For tracking an inmate across the state, VINE Link offers free alerts when someone's status changes. Register with the person's name or ID to get updates by phone, email, or text.
The Oregon Department of Corrections manages state prisons. If someone has been moved from the Benton County Jail to a state facility, search the DOC offender database. The Oregon State Police CJIS Division handles criminal background checks for anyone who needs a full history beyond the Benton County jail roster. The Oregon Judicial Department website has court forms, case search tools, and legal resources for people involved in criminal cases in Benton County.
Cities in Benton County
Benton County includes Corvallis, parts of Albany, Philomath, Adair Village, and Monroe. All arrests in these areas lead to bookings at the Benton County Jail. The jail roster covers every agency that operates within the county. Corvallis is the largest city, home to Oregon State University, and the county seat.
Nearby Counties
Benton County borders Linn County to the east, Lane County to the south, Lincoln County to the west, and Polk County to the north. If you cannot find an inmate on the Benton County jail roster, check the roster for the county where the arrest took place. Each county runs its own jail and keeps its own records.