Monroe County Jail Inmate Search: Roster, Census & Booking Reports
Monroe County does not use one conventional name-search form for every jail lookup task. The Sheriff’s Office publishes a current roster, detailed census, received report and released report for Monroe County custody.
Start with the roster for a fast custody check, use the census when you need more booking and court-related fields, and then verify visits, money, court status or state-prison custody through the correct official source.
Monroe County Source Board
Fast Answer: Start With Monroe County’s Official Roster
For a quick current-custody check, open the Monroe County Sheriff’s Incarcerated Individual Roster. If you need booking date, JID, custody classification, bail/bond fields, court, court date, arrest agency or charge descriptions, open the more detailed Census.
The Sheriff also publishes separate Received and Released reports. The Sheriff’s current information page says its roster and census are updated daily, Monday through Friday.
Go directly to the Monroe County task you need
- Choose the correct report
- Roster, census, received & released
- Search step by step
- Understand census fields
- Jail vs STAR Academy
- No-result troubleshooting
- Court records
- Bail and release checks
- Visitation
- Video visits
- Send money
- Mail and photographs
- PREA and safety
- VINE notifications
- New York state custody
- FOIL and records
- Jail location
- FAQs
Which Monroe County Jail Report Should You Open?
This selector does not access the jail database itself. It only sends you to the official Monroe County or New York source that fits the task.
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Monroe County Roster vs Census vs Received vs Released Report
Roster
Use the roster when the main question is whether a name currently appears in Monroe County jail custody. It is the quickest of the county’s four public custody-report routes.
Census
Use the census when you need deeper record fields such as JID, custody date and time, classification, booking date, bail, bond, court, judge, court date, arrest agency and charge description.
Received Report
Use the Received Report when the arrest or arrival is recent and you want to check who has recently entered the Monroe County jail system.
Released Report
Use the Released Report when you are checking whether someone recently left Monroe County jail custody. A release from this jail does not rule out transfer or another agency hold.
How to Search Monroe County Jail Inmates Step by Step
- Open the roster first. Use the official Monroe County roster for a fast name check instead of beginning with a private people-search or mugshot site.
- Check the full legal name carefully. For common names, compare spelling and middle-name details where the official reports provide them. Do not identify someone from a name alone.
- Open the census for the JID and custody details. The census provides significantly more context than the short roster and can help distinguish similar names.
- Check the Received Report if the arrest is very recent. A new arrival may be easier to recognize through the intake-oriented report while other records are updating.
- Use the Released Report when the person disappears from the current list. This can help distinguish a recent discharge from a simple name-search problem, but it does not rule out transfer to another agency.
- Verify the criminal case separately. Use Rochester City Court, Monroe County Court or the appropriate town/village court depending on the case. Jail data is not the final court disposition.
- Recheck custody before the next action. Confirm the current facility before scheduling a visit, making a deposit, mailing photographs or travelling to Rochester.
How to Read the Monroe County Jail Census
The detailed Census uses abbreviated corrections and court fields. These fields are useful for navigation, but they should not be treated as a substitute for the official court file.
| Census field | What it helps explain | Important limitation |
|---|---|---|
| JID | The jail identification number associated with the incarcerated individual’s Monroe County record. | It is not the same thing as a New York DOCCS DIN or a court case number. |
| CUST DATE / TIME | When the current custody record began in the jail system. | It does not establish conviction or sentencing. |
| CLASSIFICATION | The correctional classification shown by the jail, such as sentenced or unsentenced status. | Use the court record for the legal disposition. |
| BOOK DATE / TIME | Booking timing associated with the listed record. | A booking date is not necessarily the arrest date or offense date. |
| BAIL / BOND | Financial fields attached to the listed matter when applicable. | A dollar amount alone does not prove that payment will cause immediate release. |
| COURT / JUDGE / COURT DATE | Helps identify where a listed matter is being handled and a scheduled date when shown. | Always verify an upcoming appearance with the court because dates can change. |
| ARR AGY / ARR TYP | Identifies the arresting agency code and the type of arrest or warrant entry. | Abbreviations may not be intuitive; do not infer details that are not stated. |
| CHG / CHARGE DESC | Shows a charge code and abbreviated description associated with the jail record. | A charge is not a conviction or final disposition. |
| EXP Rls | May contain expected-release information when applicable. | Do not treat an expected date as a guaranteed release time. |
Monroe County Jail vs Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy
The Sheriff’s Jail Bureau serves both the downtown Monroe County Jail and Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy. Confirm the person’s actual placement before assuming which destination, visit process or lobby you need.
Monroe County Jail
130 S. Plymouth Ave. Rochester, NY 14614 Administration / incarcerated individual information: 585-753-4300 Visiting: 585-753-4000 Fax: 585-753-4051The Sheriff’s Jail Bureau describes the local operation as a 1,217-bed holding facility serving pretrial and sentenced incarcerated individuals.
Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy
750 East Henrietta Road Rochester, NY 14623The Sheriff’s Jail Bureau also identifies this location as Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy at the Monroe Correctional Facility. Visitation and inmate-fund guidance on the Sheriff’s site includes people housed at this facility.
What to Do if the Monroe County Roster Shows No Result
Try the Census Too
Check the detailed census as well as the roster, especially when a common name or formatting difference makes the short list unclear.
Check Received
If the arrest just occurred, review the Received Report and allow for intake processing before assuming the person was released.
Check Released
A person missing from the current roster may appear on the Sheriff’s Released Report.
Check Another System
The person may have moved into New York DOCCS, federal custody or another county/local facility.
Check Rochester and Monroe County Court Records Separately
The jail census can show court-related fields, but the court remains the proper source for the filed criminal case, scheduled appearances and disposition.
Rochester City Court Criminal Division
City Courts outside New York City handle misdemeanors and lesser offenses and arraign defendants accused of felonies.
Criminal Branch 150 S. Plymouth Ave. Rochester, NY 14614 Phone: 585-371-3413 Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Monroe County Supreme & County Court
Monroe County Court handles criminal matters and has authority to conduct felony trials. Do not assume every jail case belongs at the Hall of Justice; city, town and village courts can also be involved.
99 Exchange Blvd. Hall of Justice, 5th Floor, Room 545 Rochester, NY 14614 Phone: 585-371-3758 Monday-Friday: 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Find the Correct New York Court ↗
Bail and Release: Read the Census, Then Verify With the Court
The Monroe County census can contain separate bail and bond fields, but those fields do not necessarily describe every condition affecting release. Another case, warrant, hold, court order or administrative step may still matter.
Before Paying or Relying on a Bail Amount
- Match the correct person and JID.
- Identify the court associated with the listed matter.
- Check whether more than one matter appears in the census.
- Verify the current securing order with the responsible court.
- Confirm whether another warrant, hold or detainer applies.
- Confirm the approved payment method before transferring funds.
Monroe County Jail In-Person Visitation
Current Sheriff guidance says each incarcerated individual at Monroe County Jail and Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy is permitted two one-hour social visits each week, subject to facility rules and scheduling.
One Week in Advance
The dedicated incarcerated-individual page says visits are scheduled one week in advance. Monday schedules the following Monday, Tuesday schedules the following Tuesday, and so on.
585-753-4000
Current scheduling hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m.-12:15 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m., or until appointments are filled.
Arrive 30 Minutes Early
Visitors must check in before the scheduled visit. The Sheriff warns that a late arrival can result in cancellation.
Current Monroe County Jail Visit Times
| Days | Scheduled visit times |
|---|---|
| Monday-Friday | 8:15 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:15 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. |
Visitor Identification and Minor Visitors
- Adults must present valid government-issued photographic identification.
- The Sheriff’s page lists a New York driver’s license, non-driver ID card or benefit card as examples.
- Visitors under 18 must present a valid birth certificate with a raised seal.
- Visitors age 16 or 17 must also present a valid New York ID or school-issued photo ID.
- If parental permission cannot be established from the birth certificate, the minor may need the notarized parental-permission documentation described by the Sheriff.
Monroe County Video Visitation
The Sheriff’s current visitation materials direct remote-video users to Securus. Visitors must register and receive security approval before participating.
Who Can Schedule?
- The person scheduling must be at least 18.
- Minors may attend an approved video visit.
- The scheduled visitor must remain present throughout the session.
- A valid government-issued photo ID is required for registration.
Important Video Visit Limits
The Sheriff states that co-defendants or witnesses in the incarcerated individual’s criminal case may not participate. A person with a valid order of protection against the incarcerated individual is also prohibited from video visitation.
Video visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
The current FAQ states that general-population incarcerated individuals may receive two 30-minute video visits per week, subject to applicable restrictions.
Open Securus Video Visitation ↗
How to Send Money to a Monroe County Incarcerated Individual
Monroe County currently uses Access Corrections for deposits. The Sheriff’s Office lists online/mobile, telephone and lobby-kiosk methods for both Monroe County Jail and Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy.
| Deposit method | Current official route | Useful detail |
|---|---|---|
| Website / mobile app | Access Corrections | The Sheriff states that Visa and Mastercard credit/debit cards are accepted. |
| Telephone | 1-866-345-1884 | Bilingual English/Spanish agents are available 24/7; an IVR option is also available. |
| Lobby kiosk | Jail visit and property lobbies | The Sheriff says kiosks accept cash plus Visa or Mastercard credit/debit cards. |
Mail and Photograph Rules
Monroe County’s current Jail Bureau page gives a specific warning about photographs received through the incarcerated-individual mail system. Photographs sent through ordinary inmate mail are photocopied; the photocopy is delivered and the original is stored in the incarcerated individual’s property.
The Sheriff currently states that photographs sent through approved third-party vendors such as FreePrints, Walmart, Inmate Photos or Shutterfly can be delivered after inspection by the property unit without the ordinary photocopying process.
Check Current Jail Bureau Mail Guidance ↗
PREA and Urgent Safety Reporting
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office states that it has zero tolerance for sexual abuse, sexual harassment and retaliation involving incarcerated individuals, staff, volunteers or contractors.
Third-party reports of sexual abuse or sexual harassment can currently be made 24 hours a day to the Monroe County Jail Administration Office at 585-753-4178.
New York VINE Release Notifications
New York’s VINE system provides custody and release-related information and notification options. The current New York DOCCS victim-notification page publishes the statewide VINE number as 1-888-VINE-4-NY (1-888-846-3469).
Email and Text Registration
Concerned people can use VINELink for supported email and text custody notifications.
1-888-846-3469
New York’s automated VINE telephone service operates around the clock. Available notification events depend on the custody system and registration type.
When to Use New York DOCCS Instead of the Monroe County Roster
Use the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision lookup after the person enters state correctional custody. Monroe County’s roster is a county-jail source and should not be treated as a statewide prison locator.
DOCCS Incarcerated Lookup
DOCCS assigns a Department Identification Number, or DIN, to people admitted to Department custody. The lookup can identify the state facility where an incarcerated individual is currently assigned.
Location May Temporarily Lag
DOCCS advises checking the location shortly before a visit because transfers can occur. During a transfer, the new location may not appear until the person reaches the destination and the system updates.
Federal Custody
If the case is federal rather than New York county or state custody, use the Federal Bureau of Prisons locator when appropriate. A person in federal pretrial or U.S. Marshals custody may also require verification through the federal court or holding agency.
Read our Federal Jail Inmate Search guide
Monroe County Jail Records and FOIL Requests
Use the existing roster, census and public Sheriff resources first. If you need an existing county-agency record that is not already available online, Monroe County provides a Freedom of Information Law request process.
Monroe County FOIL
Records Access Officer Monroe County Communications Department 108 County Office Building 39 West Main St. Rochester, NY 14614 Phone: 585-753-1080Know the FOIL Process
Monroe County says that within five business days of receiving a reasonably described written request, the agency must make the record available, deny it in writing or acknowledge the request and give an approximate response date.
A denial may be appealed within 30 days. The County also notes that photocopy fees can generally be up to 25¢ per page for copies no larger than 9 × 14 inches unless another statutory fee applies.
Monroe County Jail Location
The main Monroe County Jail is at 130 S. Plymouth Ave., Rochester, NY 14614. Rochester City Court’s Criminal Branch is nearby at 150 S. Plymouth Ave., but the jail and courthouse are different destinations.
Official Monroe County Inmate Action Directory
Start here for the fastest official current-custody name check.
Open Roster ↗Use for JID, booking, custody, bail, bond, court and charge fields.
Open Census ↗Official hub for visitation, reports, deposits and jail-service guidance.
Open Sheriff Hub ↗Current Monroe County deposit provider for online/mobile and phone funding.
Open Access Corrections ↗Use the Sheriff form or call 585-753-4000 for current visit scheduling.
Request Visit ↗Find Rochester City Court, Monroe County Court or the correct town/village court.
Find Court ↗Use after transfer into New York state correctional custody.
Open DOCCS ↗Register for available New York custody and release notifications.
Open VINELink ↗Final Verification Checklist
- Check the official roster for the current name.
- Open the census when you need the JID or detailed custody fields.
- Check the Received Report for a very recent arrival.
- Check the Released Report before assuming a missing name was never booked.
- Confirm Monroe County Jail vs Andrew P. Meloni: STAR Academy.
- Verify court information through the responsible New York court.
- Do not assume a bail or bond field guarantees release.
- Schedule visits in advance because official Monroe County pages currently give conflicting walk-in guidance.
- Use Access Corrections only after confirming the correct incarcerated individual.
- Recheck mail and photograph rules before sending anything.
- Use VINE when custody notifications are useful.
- Check New York DOCCS after a state-prison transfer.
- Do not treat a booking, charge or custody listing as proof of guilt.
Monroe County Jail Inmate Search FAQs
Where is the official Monroe County NY inmate roster?
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office links the official Incarcerated Individual Roster from its incarcerated-individual information page. The roster is hosted by Monroe County and is the quickest official current-custody list.
What is the difference between the Monroe County roster and census?
The roster is best for a fast current-name check. The census provides much more detail, including JID, custody date and time, classification, booking information, bail, bond, court, judge, court date, arrest agency and charge descriptions.
How often is the Monroe County inmate roster updated?
The Monroe County Sheriff’s current information page says the incarcerated individual roster and census are updated daily, Monday through Friday.
How can I see recent Monroe County jail bookings?
Use the Sheriff’s Received Report in addition to the current roster and census. It is the official report specifically intended to show recent arrivals into the jail system.
How can I check recent Monroe County jail releases?
Use the Released Report linked from the Monroe County Sheriff’s incarcerated-individual information page. Remember that release from Monroe County custody does not rule out transfer or another agency’s custody.
What is the Monroe County Jail phone number?
The Sheriff’s Jail Bureau lists 585-753-4300 for Monroe County Jail administration and incarcerated-individual information. The visitation line is 585-753-4000.
How do I schedule a Monroe County Jail visit?
Visits can be requested through the Sheriff’s online visitation form or by calling 585-753-4000 during the current scheduling window. The dedicated information page says visits are scheduled one week in advance, so advance scheduling is the safest approach.
How do I send money to someone in Monroe County Jail?
The Sheriff’s Office currently uses Access Corrections. Deposits can be made online or through the mobile app, by calling 1-866-345-1884, or through jail lobby kiosks under the Sheriff’s current instructions.
Where do I check the criminal court case?
Use the responsible New York court rather than relying on the jail census as the final case record. Rochester City Court handles misdemeanors, lesser offenses and felony arraignments, while Monroe County Court handles felony criminal trials. Town or village courts can also be involved.
What should I do if the person is no longer on the Monroe County roster?
Check the Released Report, recheck the detailed census, and consider whether the person transferred to New York DOCCS, federal custody or another local facility. A missing name alone does not prove the person is no longer in custody anywhere.
Official Sources Reviewed for This Guide
- Monroe County Sheriff — Incarcerated Individual Information
- Monroe County Sheriff — Jail Bureau
- Monroe County Incarcerated Individual Roster
- Monroe County Incarcerated Individual Census
- Monroe County Received Report
- Monroe County Sheriff — Jail FAQs
- Monroe County Sheriff — Jail Visitation Request
- Access Corrections
- Securus
- New York Courts — Rochester City Court
- New York Courts — Monroe County Supreme & County Court
- New York Courts — Court Locator
- Monroe County — Freedom of Information Law
- Monroe County — Online FOIL Request
- New York DOCCS — Incarcerated Individual Lookup Information
- New York DOCCS — Office of Victim Assistance / VINE
- VINELink