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Find inmates in Maine state prisons and county jails. Search the official Maine DOC inmate locator, county jail rosters, and custody status databases.

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Search Maine inmate records and ascertain if a person has been released from prison, penitentiary or correctional facility. Link below to the state Department of Corrections as well as state parole and probation offices, and other state correction agencies. Other resources such as reentry, pre release and statistical reports. Maine Department of Corrections direct links to find inmates, facilities and other members. Notification of prisoner or juvenile release. Restitution work crews and a work release program.

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Prison Population
~2,200
Facility Types
State Prison, Correctional Centers
How-To Guide
How to Search for an Inmate in Maine

Use these steps to locate someone in a Maine state prison or county jail.

1
Use the Maine DOC Online Locator

Visit the official Maine DOC website and navigate to the inmate search tool. You can search by first name, last name, or DOC number. Results show facility location, custody level, and projected release date.

2
Search County Jail Rosters

If the person was recently arrested or awaiting trial, they may be held at a Maine county jail. Most Maine county sheriffs publish online jail rosters searchable by name. Visit the county sheriff's website for the county where the arrest occurred.

3
Search the Federal BOP Locator

For individuals sentenced to federal crimes, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) inmate locator at bop.gov/inmateloc. Federal inmates are held in separate facilities from state prisoners.

4
Register for Victim Notification (VINE)

The VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) system notifies registered victims when an inmate's custody status changes. Register at VINELink.com or through the Maine VINE program.

Frequently Asked Questions
Maine Inmate Search FAQ
Is the Maine inmate search free?

Yes. The Maine DOC official inmate locator is free to use online. County jail roster searches are also typically free. Third-party aggregate sites may charge fees but are not official sources.

What information can I find in the Maine inmate search?

The Maine DOC locator typically shows full name, DOC ID number, current facility, custody level, offense(s), sentence length, earliest release date, and sometimes a photo. County jails may show booking date, charges, and bond amount.

What if the person isn't found in the Maine search?

If you can't find someone, they may be: held in a county jail not linked to the state system; held in a federal facility (check BOP); recently released or transferred; or the name may be spelled differently. Try searching with partial names or alternate spellings. You can also call the Maine DOC directly.

Search Tips
  • Use legal name, not nickname
  • Try partial last name if unsure
  • DOC ID gives most accurate result
  • Check county jail if recently arrested
  • Federal offenses: use BOP locator
NoteThis tool searches publicly available government records. Data reflects official Maine DOC information and may have up to 24-hour delays.
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