Jail records, court & arrest records, mugshots and even judicial reports
Department Name | Alaska Department of Corrections |
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Official Website | http://www.correct.state.ak.us |
Currently Incarcerated Inmates | http://www.correct.state.ak.us/ |
Location | Juneau 802 3rd Street, Douglas, Alaska 99824 |
Phone Number | 907-465-4652 |
Fax | 907-465-3390 |
Use this website for informational purposes only.
Alaska, with its vast and remote geography, has a unique criminal justice system. The prison and jail system in Alaska serves to incarcerate individuals who've violated the state's laws, but it also aims to rehabilitate and reintegrate inmates back into society.
The population of incarcerated individuals in Alaska is diverse. The state's prisons and jails hold individuals convicted of a range of offenses, from non-violent crimes like theft and drug possession to violent crimes such as assault and homicide. Alaska's incarceration rate has been influenced by several factors over the years, including changes in sentencing laws, crime rates, and efforts to address substance abuse and mental health issues within the inmate population.
For those trying to locate a loved one or an acquaintance in the Alaska prison system, there are several methods:
County jails in Alaska are typically run by local law enforcement agencies and primarily house inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences for minor offenses. Unlike state prisons, county jails have a more transient population due to the nature of their detainee’s legal status.
Accessing records for inmates in county jails might be slightly different than state prisons. Most counties have their own systems or methods for tracking and disseminating inmate information.
While online tools have become the predominant method for searching inmate records, there are still offline methods available, especially for those who might not have internet access:
The state of Alaska is dedicated to ensuring the safety of its residents by maintaining a public sex offender registry. This allows citizens to be aware of registered sex offenders living or working in their communities.
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