Lincoln County Arrest Records

Lincoln County arrest records are managed by the Sheriff's Office in Davenport. The jail provides a free public inmate roster, and the Warrants Division maintains active warrant data in both state and national crime databases. If you need to check on a booking, look up a warrant, or find out about visitation at the jail, this page covers what you need to know.

Lincoln County Jail

The Lincoln County Jail operates as a free public service, which means there is no charge to search the inmate roster. The jail provides current information on who is in custody, along with details about visitation scheduling, phone account setup, and mail procedures. This is your starting point if you need to confirm whether someone has been booked.

The jail sits within the county's public safety complex and handles all individuals held on both misdemeanor and felony charges. Bookings are processed around the clock. If you have questions about an inmate's status, the jail staff can often help by phone during regular business hours.

Inmate records at Washington jails are governed by RCW 70.48.100. The public roster shows basic data: name, booking date, charges, and hold status. More detailed records, like medical or mental health notes, are not public. The roster gives you enough to confirm custody and prepare for next steps.

Active Warrants in Lincoln County

The Lincoln County Warrants Division currently tracks more than 360 active warrants. The division enters felony warrants into both the Washington State crime information system and the national database, so law enforcement across the state and country can act on them.

If you believe there is a warrant in your name, or if you want to check on someone else's warrant status, the county provides separate contacts depending on the type. For felony warrants, call the Prosecutor's Office at 509-725-4040. For misdemeanor warrants, reach out to District Court at 509-725-2281. Do not assume a warrant has expired; warrants generally stay active until resolved in court or recalled by a judge.

Acting early matters. Walking into court with counsel to address a warrant is almost always a better outcome than being picked up on one. The Warrants Division's job is enforcement, but the courts have processes to help people resolve outstanding matters.

Jail Visitation Rules

The Lincoln County Jail visitation program runs on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and federal holidays. Call 509-725-3501 before you go to confirm the inmate's scheduled visitation day, since not all inmates visit on the same day.

Each visit lasts a maximum of 30 minutes. Only two visitors are allowed per room. Children under 12 do not count toward that limit, but they must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. All visitors must bring a valid photo ID. The jail does not allow drop-offs of personal items, photos, or correspondence at the facility. Any mail or pictures must go through the U.S. Postal Service.

Commissary purchases go through Access Corrections. Payments are accepted in cash or by cashier's check only. Personal checks are not accepted. Special visit requests outside normal hours must be approved by the Jail Superintendent or the 911 Coordinator. Plan ahead if you need to arrange something outside the standard schedule.

Sheriff's Office and Records Requests

The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office enforces state law and the U.S. Constitution throughout the county. Its motto is "Focused on Service," and the department covers both law enforcement and corrections.

To request records from the Sheriff's Office, Washington's Public Records Act applies. Under RCW 42.56, agencies must respond within five business days, either providing records, issuing a cost estimate, or explaining a legal exemption. Records you can request include incident reports, arrest logs, and booking data not exempt under RCW 70.48.100.

Submit public records requests in writing. Include the name of the person involved, date range, and the type of record you need. Be specific. Vague requests take longer to process and may result in a broader exemption claim. Requests can generally be submitted by mail or in person at the Sheriff's Office in Davenport.

State and Court Resources

Beyond the county's own systems, several statewide tools can help with arrest record research. The Washington State Patrol runs the WATCH database, which provides criminal history name checks for $11. This covers conviction history statewide, not just Lincoln County.

Washington Courts maintains a public search portal at dw.courts.wa.gov. You can search for Superior Court and District Court cases by name, case number, or date. Cases involving arrests often appear here once charges are filed. If a case is open, you may see hearing dates, charges, and disposition once resolved.

VINELink at vinelink.com offers victim notification services. If you are a victim in a case and want to be notified when an offender is released or transferred, you can register for automated alerts through that system. It is free and available statewide. Under RCW 10.97.050, conviction records are shareable with the public, but records that did not result in a conviction are available for viewing only and cannot be redisseminated.

Cities in Lincoln County

Lincoln County has no cities with a dedicated arrest records page in this directory. Davenport is the county seat and largest community. Smaller towns like Reardan, Wilbur, and Odessa are all served by the county Sheriff and District Court.

Nearby Counties

Lincoln County borders several other eastern Washington counties. Each maintains its own Sheriff's Office and jail records system.