Search Dearborn County 24 Hour Booking
Dearborn County 24 hour booking records are available through the Dearborn County Sheriff's Office in Lawrenceburg, Indiana. This page explains how to use the online inmate search tool, what information is included in a booking record, and how to contact the jail or sheriff's office if you need current custody status or records not yet listed online.
Dearborn County Quick Facts
Dearborn County Sheriff 24 Hour Booking Portal
The Dearborn County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Shane J. McHenry, operates the county jail and maintains booking records for all arrests in Dearborn County. The office is located at 301 W. High Street in Lawrenceburg. The main line is (812) 537-3431, and the jail can be reached directly at (812) 537-8700 for questions about a specific inmate or recent booking.
Dearborn County offers an online inmate search tool through the sheriff's website. You can access it at dearborncountysheriff.org/inmateSearch. The search tool lets you look up current inmates by name. Results show the person's name, booking date, charges, and current custody status. This is a practical option if you want to check on a recent arrest without calling the jail.
The sheriff's homepage at dearborncountysheriff.org also has department news, staff information, and links to other county services.
The Dearborn County Sheriff's Office website below is where you can access the inmate search tool and contact information for booking inquiries.
The site is maintained by the Dearborn County Sheriff's Office and reflects current staff, services, and the direct link to the online inmate roster tool.
| Sheriff | Shane J. McHenry |
|---|---|
| Address | 301 W. High Street, Lawrenceburg, IN 47025 |
| Main Phone | (812) 537-3431 |
| Jail Phone | (812) 537-8700 |
| Inmate Search | Online Portal |
Dearborn County 24 Hour Booking Database
The online inmate search tool at the Dearborn County Sheriff's Office is one of the more straightforward tools in southeastern Indiana. You enter a name and the system returns results for anyone currently held in the county jail. The record includes the booking date, the charges that were filed, and the current status of the person in custody. It is worth checking the search page directly if you have a name to look up.
The inmate search database is shown below, which displays current booking records for Dearborn County jail detainees.
Results in the Dearborn County inmate search are updated as new bookings are processed, so recent arrests should appear in the database within a short time of intake.
If someone you are searching for does not show up in the online tool, there are a few reasons that could be the case. They may have been booked very recently and not yet entered into the system, or they may have been released. The jail line at (812) 537-8700 can provide a real-time status check if the online tool does not have what you need.
Note: The online inmate search covers the current jail population only. For historical booking records, contact the sheriff's office directly with a written records request.
Statewide Resources for Dearborn County Arrests
Beyond the county's own tools, several statewide resources can help with Dearborn County booking searches. The VINE system at vinelink.com lets you register for custody notifications and look up current status for people held in any Indiana jail or prison. Call 1-866-959-VINE to use the phone service at any hour. VINE is especially helpful if you need to be notified when someone is released or moved.
The Indiana Department of Correction Offender Locator at offenderlocator.idoc.in.gov tracks people who have been sentenced to state prison. If a person was booked locally and later transferred to IDOC custody, the offender locator is where to look. It is free and updated regularly.
Indiana's MyCase portal at public.courts.in.gov/mycase covers court filings in Dearborn County Circuit and Superior Courts. Once charges tied to a booking are formally filed, the case appears in MyCase with details on hearings and case status.
Indiana Public Records Law and Booking Access
Indiana's Access to Public Records Act gives residents the right to inspect and copy arrest and booking records. Under Indiana Code § 5-14-3, agencies must allow in-person inspection within 24 hours and respond to written requests within 7 days. Copy fees are capped at $0.10 per page, and no labor charges can be added for locating records. The Indiana Public Access Counselor at in.gov/pac handles complaints and provides guidance when requests are denied.
Dearborn County booking records are generally public. Exceptions include active investigations and cases involving minors. For standard adult arrest records, you can request copies by visiting the sheriff's office in person or by submitting a written request by mail or fax. If you have trouble getting records, the Public Access Counselor can issue advisory opinions that agencies are expected to follow.
Cities in Dearborn County
Lawrenceburg is the county seat of Dearborn County. No cities in Dearborn County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site. Other communities in the county include Aurora, Greendale, and West Harrison. All arrests in these areas are handled by the Dearborn County Sheriff's Office or local police, with bookings processed at the county jail in Lawrenceburg.
Nearby Indiana Counties
Dearborn County sits in southeastern Indiana along the Ohio state line. The counties below border Dearborn County and each has its own sheriff and booking process.