Sullivan County Booking Releases

Sullivan County booking releases document every arrest and custody change processed through the Sullivan County Jail in Monticello. The Sheriff's Office at 4 Bushnell Avenue handles all intake records and maintains files on each person brought into the facility. If you need to look up a booking release in Sullivan County, you can call the jail, visit in person, or file a written FOIL request. The jail typically holds 100 to 120 people on any given day, with most bookings tied to drug possession, theft, and assault charges. Records staff can walk you through the steps for getting copies of booking and release data from the Sullivan County corrections division.

Sullivan County Jail Booking Records

The Sullivan County Jail sits at 4 Bushnell Avenue, Monticello, NY 12701. It shares the same address as the Sheriff's Office. The jail houses both men and women, and the average daily count runs between 100 and 120 inmates. Staff process around 180 to 220 new bookings each month, creating a record for every person who comes through the door. Each booking file contains the person's name, date of birth, charges, bail amount, and the time they were brought in. About 60% of the people held here are waiting for trial, while 40% have already been sentenced.

To check on someone in Sullivan County custody, call (845) 794-7100. That line connects to the jail and the Sheriff's Office. Staff can tell you if a person is currently held, what charges they face, and what the bail situation looks like. You should have the full name and date of birth ready when you call. Walk-in inquiries are taken at the Bushnell Avenue location during regular business hours on weekdays.

Around 30 to 35 percent of people booked in Sullivan County get released within 30 days. Much of that is tied to bail reform rules that took effect in recent years. The most common charges include drug possession, theft, and third-degree assault. About 75% of inmates are male and 25% female, with the average age in the early 30s.

Searching Booking Releases Online

Sullivan County does not run a public online inmate roster at this time. That means you cannot search a database on the Sheriff's website the way you can in some larger counties. However, several state tools fill this gap. The NYS DOCCS Inmate Lookup covers anyone who has been sentenced to state prison. If a person was booked in Sullivan County and later transferred to a state facility, that search tool will show their current location and expected release date.

The VINE Link notification system is another option for tracking custody changes in Sullivan County. You register with the inmate's name and choose how you want alerts. Phone, email, and text are all available. VINE runs 24 hours a day and sends updates when someone is released, transferred, or has a status change. It is free to use and covers jails across New York State, including Sullivan County.

Note: VINE Link is especially useful for victims who need prompt notice of a release or transfer.

Sullivan County FOIL Requests

New York's Freedom of Information Law gives you a right to access government records. That includes booking releases. To get copies of booking records from Sullivan County, write a FOIL request to the Records Access Officer at the Sullivan County Sheriff's Office, 4 Bushnell Avenue, Monticello, NY 12701. Your letter should include your full name, mailing address, phone number, and a clear description of what records you want. List dates, names, and the type of records whenever possible. Being specific helps staff find what you need faster.

The Sheriff's Office must respond within five business days. They will either provide the records, deny the request and explain why, or send a letter telling you when to expect a final answer. Copies cost $0.25 per page for standard documents. Some records are off limits. Medical files, mental health notes, and Social Security numbers are protected under state law. If your request is turned down, you have the right to appeal. The Committee on Open Government can assist with appeals and answer questions about the process.

Court Records in Sullivan County

Court records connect directly to booking releases. When someone gets arrested and booked in Sullivan County, they go before a judge for arraignment. The Sullivan County Court handles felony cases. Misdemeanors and violations go through the Monticello Village Court or one of the town courts spread across the county. The County Clerk's Office maintains case files for all felony matters, and you can search their index by defendant name or case number.

For online access, the New York State Unified Court System runs the WebCrims database, which shows active criminal cases in participating counties. You can check court dates and charge details through that system. The OCA Criminal History Record Search costs $95 per name and provides a statewide look at unsealed convictions. That search is done by mail and results take two to four weeks. The Division of Criminal Justice Services also runs a fingerprint-based check for $13.50 for New York residents, processed through IdentoGO locations.

Certified copies of court records require an in-person visit to the Clerk's Office.

Inmate Services and Programs

The Sullivan County Jail offers basic medical care through contracted healthcare providers. Primary care, medication management, and emergency response are all part of the medical program. When inmates need psychiatric care, the jail works with the Sullivan County Department of Mental Health to set up evaluations and treatment. Emergency medical cases go to Catskill Regional Medical Center.

Other services include religious programming through volunteer chaplains from the Monticello area, adult basic education, and literacy classes when resources allow. Reentry planning starts before someone is released. Staff connect inmates with community organizations that help with housing, jobs, and healthcare after they leave. All of these programs create records that may be tied to a person's booking file, though access to program-specific records may be restricted under privacy rules.

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The NYS DOCCS lookup portal is a key state tool for checking custody status after someone leaves a county jail like Sullivan County's facility. You can start a search on the DOCCS main website to find inmates who have been transferred to state prison.

The portal pulls real-time data from the state corrections system, including facility placement and projected release dates for anyone in state custody from Sullivan County.

Statewide Tools for Sullivan Booking Data

Beyond the DOCCS lookup, there are several other state resources. The State Commission of Correction oversees all county jails in New York, including Sullivan County. Their website has a county jail directory that lists contact details for every facility in the state. The DCJS Record Review page lets individuals check their own criminal history by submitting fingerprints through an IdentoGO site. That process is separate from a booking release search but can help someone verify what shows up in their record.

The Sex Offender Registry run by DCJS is a separate database. It lists Level 2 and Level 3 offenders by name, county, or zip code. Level 1 info is only available by phone. These records overlap with booking releases when an offender is first arrested and booked at the county level.

Nearby Counties

If you need booking releases from a neighboring county, these pages cover the areas around Sullivan County: