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Muskingum County, Ohio Inmate Search

When law enforcement officers arrest suspects in Muskingum County, Ohio, they are typically booked into the Muskingum County jail in Zanesville. In the event that a loved one does not return home or unexpectedly stops responding, and their whereabouts are unknown, relatives and friends may conduct a Muskingum County inmate search to verify if the individual has been arrested.

The jail roster helps family members determine the facility where the suspect is being held, so they may arrange legal representation or fund their commissary accounts while in custody. The booking number and charge details listed on the jail roster help family members to secure the offender's pretrial release.

Using the jail roster, residents may check an individual’s custody status. Record seekers may initiate a search by providing the inmate's identifying information, including the name or booking number. They may access information such as the name, booking number, custody status, and booking dates, as well as housing facility charges and bail information (if the individual is granted bail). However, under Section 149.43 of the Ohio Revised Code, the Muskingum County Inmate Search is limited to protect privacy and comply with legal requirements. As a result, certain sensitive information may be withheld.

Municipal police departments like the Zanesville Police Department and the New Concord Police Department also maintain their individual lists when offenders or suspects are arrested. However, these agencies have autonomy in their activities and maintain their own lists of offenders arrested. They process arrests through the county jail.

Muskingum County does not manage any other facility. The state prison is managed by the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction (ODRC). This facility is designated for individuals serving longer terms. The ODRC provides an official search tool to locate offenders housed in the state facility. Moreover, the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) manages federal corrections institutions where individuals charged with federal crimes, or arrested by state law enforcement, are kept.

How to Find an Inmate in Muskingum County Jail

The Muskingum County Jail is the facility where suspects are detained before trial. It is managed by the county sheriff's office. The Office provides an updated inmate search tool as required by the Ohio Laws & Administrative Rules § 149.43. This tool is available on the county Sheriff's website. Using the tool, family members, attorneys, and interested members of the public may verify the custody status of an inmate.

To initiate their search process, interested parties may visit the county sheriff's website. For further guidance in case they cannot find the information they seek online, they may contact the jail directly at (740) 455-7133 or visit in person during normal office hours.

Muskingum County Jail
1814 East Pike
Zanesville, OH 43701
Phone: (740) 455-7133

Muskingum County Sheriff's Office
1840 East Pike
Zanesville, Ohio 43701
Phone: (740) 452-3637

How to Use the Muskingum County Jail Roster

To use the Muskingum County jail roster, interested parties should follow these steps:

  • Open a web browser and visit the county website.
  • On the County Sheriff's Office website, go to the top navigation bar and select the tab labeled "Divisions”.
  • In the divisions section, go to the jail and inmate registry section.
  • After clicking the inmate registry, you will be redirected to a page where you enter the details of the arrestee, such as name, booking number and booking date.

Interested parties should have relevant information about the inmate, such as name, date of birth, booking number and booking date, and date and location of arrest. In case record seekers cannot find the information they seek, or have further questions or inquiries, they may contact the jail directly at (740) 455-7133. Otherwise, they may contact the arresting agency.

What Information is Included in the Muskingum County Inmate Roster

A Muskingum County inmate search confirms the custody status and basic information for relatives and friends concerned about an inmate’s location, welfare, and possible legal next steps for release.

Inmate rosters in Muskingum County typically contain the following information:

  • Full name: The full legal name of the inmate.
  • Booking date: The date the individual was booked into the facility.
  • Charges: The criminal charges the individual faces and the offense's severity.
  • Booking ID: The unique identification number assigned to the individual during booking.
  • Mugshot: The offender's booking photograph.
  • Bill or bond information: The fee that must be paid before the offender is released. On some occasions, when the offence is serious, bail is not an option.
  • Custody status: Status of the individual within the facility, such as special holds, supervision, parole holds, police pick-up holds.Or if the person has been released.
  • Housing unit: The exact jail unit, pod, cell, or bed assigned to the individual within the facility.
  • Arresting agency: The law enforcement agency that made the arrest.

Under Ohio Revised Code § 341.02, the inmate roster's main purpose is to confirm custodial status. It is not a complete criminal record. As such, information available in the Muskingum County inmate roster is basic and limited. For instance, the roster does not include information about released inmates.

Similarly, per ORC § 341.02, restrictions apply to publicly accessible information. Personal identifying details, such as personal identification numbers or personal information, are not included. Sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers and medical information, is not available. Information about victims of domestic violence or sexual offenses is limited to information about the charge.

Contact Details for Muskingum County Jail or Sheriff’s Office

Relatives, legal representatives, and other interested parties seeking to verify whether an individual is in custody should contact the support desk of the Muskingum County Sheriff's Office. They may begin their enquiry by using the search tool provided by the county sheriff's office. Using the tool, they may search by name, subject number, booking number, custody status, or housing facility. They may also see information such as gender, race, date of birth, and physical description.

Alternatively, they may visit the county jail in person at 28 N. 4th Street, Zanesville, Ohio 43701, or call (740) 455-7133 to reach jail staff directly. The jail’s administrative office is open 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Before calling, requesters should have the inmate's full name, date of birth, and booking information.

AgencyOffice and Mail AddressPhone NumberOffice HoursEmail
Muskingum County Jail28 N. 4th Street, Zanesville, Ohio 43701(740) 455-71338 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through FridaySend inmate enquiries to info@ohiomuskingumsheriff.org
Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office1840 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 452-363724 hours a day, full weekinfo@ohiomuskingumsheriff.org

Jail Facility Overview in Muskingum County

Muskingum County has an adult county jail managed by the county sheriff. The county also has other facilities including a Juvenile Detention Center and the Zanesville City Jail, which are operated by the Zanesville Police Department.

The Muskingum County Jail is the county's largest correctional facility. It serves as the county's primary adult correctional facility. It houses adult males and females, including individuals awaiting trial, serving local sentences, and inmates awaiting transfer to the state prison. It has capacity for up to 357 beds. It is a mid-security facility that houses inmates at different custodial levels. The Muskingum County Juvenile Detention Center is a 48-bed facility for juvenile corrections and supervising detained youth. The Zanesville City Jail is a municipal jail operated by the Zanesville Police Department.

AgencyOffice and Mail AddressPhone NumberOffice HoursEmail
Muskingum County Sheriff's Office1840 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 452-36378.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Monday through Fridaysinfo@ohiomuskingumsheriff.org.
Muskingum County Jail1840 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 455-713324 hours a day, full weekinfo@ohiomuskingumsheriff.org.
Muskingum County Juvenile Detention Center1860 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 588-4335 abennett@muskingumcounty.org
Zanesville City Jail332 South Street Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 455-0700  

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Muskingum County Jail

The Muskingum County Jail encourages friends and family members to send funds into an inmate's commissary account. Such funds may be used to purchase personal items, including hygiene products and other approved services.

Access Corrections is the facility's main partner. To send money into an inmate’s account online using Access Corrections, depositors should select Ohio, Muskingum County Jail and the appropriate inmate and enter the correct amount and payment information.

Additionally, they may send money through the Access Corrections mobile app. They may also deposit money through jail lobby kiosks in the county jail lobby. Those who prefer in-person options may deposit at the facility using the deposit kiosks. They may also call (866) 345-1844 to speak with a live agent and make a deposit. However, inmates may purchase commissary on Sunday and Wednesday nights. The money must be in the inmate's account by 11 PM on those nights to be available for purchase. Interested parties should contact the Muskingum County Jail at (740) 455-7133 to confirm any commissary spending limits or the current deposit limits.

For mail orders, senders should include the inmate's full name and inmate number. Address the mail to:

Muskingum County Jail, Ohio

P.O. Box 247

Phoenix, MD 21131

Inmate Search by Jail Facility

The Muskingum County Jail is the main detention facility within the county and is operated by the County Sheriff's Office. It houses both adults (males and females) and has multiple custody levels. It has a capacity of 357 beds. It houses local offenders and pre-trial arrestees. Some inmates are eventually transferred into the state prison.

The Zanesville Police Department also operates other facilities. These include:

The Muskingum County Juvenile Detention Center: This is a 48-bed facility that houses juveniles, both males and females. It serves as a temporary juvenile detention facility, with corrections officers who supervise the detainees.

The Zanesville City Jail: This is a municipal jail operated by the Zanesville Police Department. It houses prisoners awaiting court appearance and individuals serving misdemeanor sentences imposed by the municipal court.

The County Sheriff's Office has an official inmate search tool that serves as the main public adult jail roster. The Zanesville City Jail has a separate roster, managed by the Zanesville Police Department. For the juvenile detention center, there is no public juvenile roster. To obtain juvenile information, contact the detention center directly at (740) 588-4335 or the Muskingum County Juvenile Court at (740) 453-0351.

AgencyOffice and Mail AddressPhone NumberOffice HoursEmail
Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office1840 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 452-36378.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Mondays through Fridaysinfo@ohiomuskingumsheriff.org
Muskingum County Jail1840 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 455-713324 hours a day, full weekinfo@ohiomuskingumsheriff.org.
Muskingum County Juvenile Detention Center1860 East Pike Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 588-43358.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. Mondays through Fridaysabennett@muskingumcounty.org
Zanesville City Jail332 South Street Zanesville, OH 43701(740) 455-0700  

Muskingum County Visitation Rules and Schedules

Muskingum County Jail encourages families and loved ones to visit inmates. Visitation reinforces inmates' rehabilitative efforts, even while in confinement. There are two types of visits: on-site visits and video visits. However, to maintain the security of the facility, the following visitation rules apply:

  • Individuals must be on an inmate's authorized visitation list.
  • Visitors must generally be 18 or older.
  • Any visitor under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
  • Each inmate may have one on-site visit and one off-site visit per week.
  • Visitors must provide acceptable identification at each visit. Approved identification includes a valid driver's license, a government-issued photo ID, a valid temporary driver's license or a valid Ohio ID card.

Additionally, the following dressing rules apply:

  • Visitors must wear a full-length shirt. Visitors must wear covered shoes
  • Visitors must keep shorts and skirts no more than 1.5 inches above the knee.
  • No offensive graphics,
  • No revealing outfits,
  • No transparent clothing, and
  • No gang-related attire.

Standard Visitation Schedule

Type of VisitDays availableHoursComments
On-site Video KioskMonday to Sunday8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.Visits take place at video terminals in the jail lobby. Each inmate is permitted one on-site visit per week.
Remote videoMonday to SundayFlexible scheduleRemote visits are conducted through IC Solutions from a visitor's computer or Android device. The cost is $7.50 per visit. Each inmate is permitted one off-site visit per week.
Attorney or legalMonday to Friday8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Attorneys/professionals should contact the jail directly at (740) 455-7133 to arrange a visit

Mailing and Commissary Information | Muskingum County Jail

The Muskingum County Jail encourages friends and loved ones to send funds and mail to inmates in custody. This provides incarcerated loved ones with emotional support and helps address any issues they may be facing. However, incoming mail is subject to inspection for contraband and prohibited items.

Mail to:

Inmate name, inmate number,
Muskingum County Jail, Ohio
P.O. Box 247,
Phoenix, MD 21131

Muskingum County Jail prohibits sending inmates the following items:

  • Cash. Do not send cash in regular mail.
  • Drugs or medication
  • Weapons or weapon parts
  • Contraband
  • Lipstick, perfume, or biohazard contamination
  • Crayons, felt markers, or colored ink
  • Musical or elaborate greeting cards
  • Any content that is threatening or otherwise deemed inappropriate

Friends and loved ones who wish to deposit funds into an inmate's commissary account may use either of the following methods:

  • Through the Access Corrections mobile app
  • Online, through Access Corrections
  • Self-service kiosk at the county jail lobby, or via
  • Live phone call deposits. Call (866) 345-1844 to speak with a live agent and make a deposit.