Franklin County Released Inmates

Franklin County released inmates records are managed by the Franklin County Sheriff's Office in Benton. The county sits in southern Illinois and has a population of about 37,300. Sheriff Kyle Bacon runs the office, which handles all jail bookings and releases. Franklin County does not have a dedicated online inmate search tool, but the office has a free mobile app and you can call the jail at (618) 438-4841 to check on someone who has been booked or released from custody.

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

The Franklin County Sheriff's Office is at 403 East Main Street in Benton, IL 62812. Sheriff Kyle Bacon leads the department. For non-emergency calls, dial (618) 438-4841. The fax number is (618) 438-0306. The office also has a tip line at 618-439-9561 for anonymous reports. Staff handle patrol, jail operations, court security, and school resource programs throughout the county.

Franklin County does not post an online inmate roster on a website. Instead, the sheriff's office offers a free mobile app called "Franklin County Illinois Sheriff." You can download it on your phone and use it to get updates from the department. The app gives you access to news, alerts, and information about the sheriff's office. It is the main digital tool the county uses to keep the public informed about what is happening at the jail and beyond.

The jail sits at the same address as the sheriff's office. Call (618) 438-4841 to ask about someone who is in custody or has been released. Staff can look up an inmate by name and give you basic info like charges, bond amount, and release date. For detailed records, you may need to submit a formal written request.

The screenshot below shows the Franklin County government homepage.

Navigate from here to the sheriff's office and other county departments.

Franklin County Jail and Programs

The Franklin County jail processes people booked on local charges as well as those held for other agencies. When someone is released, the booking record stays on file. These records include the person's name, date of birth, charges, bond amount, booking date, and release date. You can get this information by calling the jail or filing a records request.

The sheriff's office runs a Citizens Academy that is open to the public. The program lasts eight weeks and gives people a close look at how the department operates. Topics include patrol procedures, jail operations, investigations, and use of force policies. This is not directly about released inmates, but it shows how the county handles the corrections process from start to finish. If you want to understand how inmate records are kept and processed, the Citizens Academy is a good way to learn.

The screenshot below shows the Franklin County Sheriff's Office page with more details about the department and its programs.

Check this page for contact info and links to sheriff services.

Vehicle accident reports in Franklin County are available through LexisNexis. The sheriff's office also has a School Resource Deputy Program at local schools.

FOIA Requests in Franklin County

The Illinois Freedom of Information Act at 5 ILCS 140 gives you the right to request records from the Franklin County Sheriff's Office. Send a written request to 403 E. Main Street, Benton, IL 62812. State the person's full name, any known dates, and what records you want. The office has five business days to respond. They can take five more if the request is complicated.

The first 50 pages of copies are free. After that, the county charges actual copying costs. Most booking and release records are public info. That includes names, charges, bond amounts, and release dates. Records on juveniles or ongoing investigations may not be available. If the office denies your request, they must explain why and cite the specific exemption under 5 ILCS 140.

State Resources for Franklin County

If someone from Franklin County went to state prison, the Illinois Department of Corrections holds their records. Use the IDOC Offender Search to find current and former state inmates by name or IDOC number. The database shows custody status, parole info, and release dates. For records not in the online tool, contact IDOC's FOIA office at DOC.FOIARequest@illinois.gov.

The Illinois VINELink is free and covers inmates at both the county and state level. Search by name and get custody status right away. Sign up for alerts to know when someone is released or transferred. The toll-free number is 1-866-277-7477. VINELink runs 24/7 and sends notifications by text, call, or email.

Under the Unified Code of Corrections at 730 ILCS 5, state inmates earn sentence credit that can reduce their time served. The amount depends on the offense and programs the person completes in prison. Someone convicted in Franklin County could serve as little as 50% of their sentence under certain conditions. The Prisoner Review Board oversees parole hearings and early release reviews for state inmates. Victims can call 1-800-801-9110 for updates.

The ISP background check service shows criminal history for a fee. The Illinois Sheriffs' Association links to all 102 county offices for broader searches across Illinois.

• Download the Franklin County Sheriff app for updates
• Call (618) 438-4841 for jail inmate info
• VINELink for custody status and alerts
• IDOC search for state prison records
• File a FOIA request for detailed records

Nearby Counties

These counties are next to Franklin County. Each runs its own jail and keeps separate released inmates records. Search the correct county for the person you need.