Jackson County Inmate Roster Search
The Jackson County jail roster provides a full list of people held at the county jail in Medford, Oregon. Jackson County is the largest county in southern Oregon with about 220,000 residents. The Sheriff's Office operates the jail and updates the online jail roster every hour. You can search by name to find current inmates, their charges, and booking details. The Jackson County jail roster covers arrests made by the Sheriff's Office, Medford Police, Ashland Police, Central Point Police, and federal agencies. This page shows you how to use the Jackson County jail roster and what records are available to the public.
Jackson County Quick Facts
Jackson County Sheriff's Office Jail
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail at 787 W. 8th Street in Medford. This is one of the busier jails in southern Oregon. It houses inmates from across the county, including people arrested in Medford, Ashland, Central Point, Eagle Point, and the surrounding areas.
The jail handles bookings around the clock. Staff process new arrests, manage inmate housing, and coordinate court appearances. The facility also provides medical care, meals, and other required services under ORS 169.076. The Jackson County jail roster reflects all current inmates regardless of which agency made the arrest. Multiple law enforcement agencies in the county bring detainees to this single facility. The Sheriff's Office oversees both corrections staff inside the jail and patrol deputies in the field.
| Facility |
Jackson County Jail 787 W. 8th Street Medford, OR 97501 Phone: (541) 774-6800 |
|---|---|
| Updates | Jail roster updates hourly |
| Website | jacksoncountyor.org/sheriff |
How to Search the Jackson County Jail Roster Online
Jackson County offers a full online inmate search tool. Go to inmate.jacksoncountyor.gov to access the current jail roster. The system updates every hour, so the data is close to real time. You can search by first name, last name, or both.
The search results show each inmate's name, booking date, charges, and the agency that made the arrest. You can click on a name to see more details about that booking. The Jackson County jail roster online tool is free to use and does not require an account. It is one of the best inmate search systems in southern Oregon.
An alternate search page is available at jacksoncountyso.com/inmate-search. This page may have a slightly different layout but pulls from the same jail roster data. Use whichever version works best for you.
Note: The Jackson County jail roster only shows people currently in custody. Once a person is released, their entry is removed from the active list.
Jackson County Jail Roster Agency Codes
The Jackson County jail roster uses agency codes to show which law enforcement body made the arrest. These short codes appear next to each booking entry. Knowing what they mean helps you read the jail roster correctly.
- MFS stands for Medford Police Department
- MFC stands for Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Corrections Division
- MFP stands for Jackson County Sheriff's Office, Patrol Division
- ADP stands for Ashland Police Department
- CPP stands for Central Point Police Department
- FED stands for Federal agencies such as the FBI or US Marshals
These codes tell you a lot about where and how an arrest happened. For example, an MFS code means Medford city police made the arrest. An MFP code means a county deputy brought the person in from somewhere in unincorporated Jackson County. The jail roster may show multiple agency codes for a single inmate if they face charges from different jurisdictions.
Jackson County Public Jail Records
The Jackson County jail roster is a public record. Oregon law under ORS 192.311 to 192.478 gives anyone the right to view it. You do not need to explain why you want the information. Booking records, arrest reports, and inmate data are all available through a public records request to the Sheriff's Office.
Submit your request in writing to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office at 787 W. 8th Street, Medford, OR 97501. You can also call (541) 774-6800 for quick questions about the current jail roster. The office must respond within five business days. Large requests for historical jail roster data may take longer. Fees apply for copies and staff time on complex requests.
Court records tied to the Jackson County jail roster are available through Oregon eCourt. The Jackson County Circuit Court can be reached at (541) 776-7171 for case-related questions. Jackson County Community Justice at jacksoncountyor.org/communityjustice handles community corrections and offender supervision after release.
Jackson County Booking Process
When someone is arrested in Jackson County, they go through a set booking process at the jail. Officers bring the person to the facility in Medford. Jail staff record their name, date of birth, address, and physical details. Staff photograph the person and take fingerprints. All charges are entered into the system. This information then appears on the Jackson County jail roster.
After booking, the inmate is assigned a housing unit. The jail classifies inmates based on their charges, risk level, and any special needs. First court appearances in Jackson County typically happen within 36 hours of arrest. At arraignment, a judge reads the charges and sets bail. Bail amounts then show on the jail roster for that inmate. Under ORS 135.230 to 135.290, most people have the right to bail in Oregon unless charged with certain serious offenses.
Note: Booking photos from the Jackson County jail roster may be available through a separate public records request.
Tracking Inmates in Jackson County
The VINE Link system lets you track inmates in the Jackson County jail. Sign up for free alerts by name or ID number. You get notified by phone, text, or email when an inmate is released or moved. This is useful if you need to stay updated on someone's custody status beyond what the jail roster shows.
For people sentenced to state prison, the Oregon Offender Search tracks their location and release date. The Oregon State Police CJIS Division handles background checks and criminal history records. These tools work alongside the Jackson County jail roster to give a complete picture of someone's involvement with the justice system in Oregon.
Cities in Jackson County
Jackson County includes Medford, Ashland, Central Point, Eagle Point, Phoenix, Talent, Jacksonville, Rogue River, Shady Cove, Butte Falls, and Gold Hill. All arrests in these cities lead to bookings at the Jackson County jail in Medford. The jail roster covers every jurisdiction within the county.
Nearby Counties
Jackson County borders Josephine County, Klamath County, Douglas County, and the California state line. If someone was arrested near a border, check the neighboring county's jail roster as well. Each county runs its own jail and maintains a separate roster of inmates in custody.