Using official channels helps you avoid third-party websites that may charge fees or display outdated information. ## Information Needed for an Inmate Search When preparing to search the roster, having specific details about the individual can help narrow down the results. Useful information includes: * The individual's full legal name (ensuring correct spelling). * The individual's date of birth or approximate age. * The date of the arrest or booking, if known.
Having the correct spelling of the first and last name is crucial. If the individual has a common name, having their middle name or date of birth will help you distinguish them from other individuals in custody. Additionally, knowing the approximate date of arrest can help you determine if they are likely to be in the local facility or if they have already been processed and moved. ## What to Do If the Inmate Is Not Listed If your search of the online database does not return any results, there are several steps you can take to locate the individual: * **Verify spelling:** Ensure the name is spelled correctly. * **Allow time for booking:** It is common for there to be a delay between the time an individual is arrested and when their information appears on the public online roster. The booking process involves fingerprinting, photographing, and administrative paperwork, which can take several hours. If the arrest occurred recently, wait a few hours and search again. * **Contact the facility:** Call the Daviess County Detention Center directly. Staff can check the booking log for recent arrivals who may not yet appear on the public website. * **Check state databases:** If the individual has already been sentenced or transferred, they may be housed in a state correctional facility. In this case, search the state's department of corrections database.
## Verifying Inmate Information Because jail rosters change frequently as individuals are booked, bailed out, or transferred, online databases may not reflect real-time changes. It is always recommended to verify custody status, bond amounts, and visitation rules directly with the detention center staff before traveling to the facility or sending funds. ## Searching Related Public Records in Daviess County If you are looking for other public directories in the county, such as records for deceased individuals, you can utilize the local obituary search tools.
* The official All Obituaries page features a partial or full name search. * Listings can be browsed by month. * You can filter listings by the first letter of the last name. * Individual pages can contain an obituary, service information, tribute options, and flower links. * Note that the availability of older records is not guaranteed.
