Benton County Inmate Population Lookup

The Benton County inmate population is one of the largest in Arkansas. The jail sits in Bentonville and holds up to 669 inmates. The Sheriff's Office runs a modern inmate locator, a real-time jail dashboard, and a full roster search. This page shows you how to find a person in custody, check charges and bond, and access court records. Local tools cover Bentonville, Rogers, Bella Vista, Siloam Springs, and Centerton. Every tool here is free to use.

Benton County Jail Inmate Population

The Benton County Jail and Detention Center is at 1300 SW 14th Street in Bentonville. The jail phone is (479) 271-1008. The jail clerk is at (479) 271-1011. Sheriff Shawn Holloway leads the office. The facility opened in April 1999 and cost $16.8 million to build. It was paid for by a half-cent county jail tax.

The Benton County inmate population runs between 500 and 600 on most days. Peak days can push the count toward the 669 bed limit. The 100,355 square foot facility includes 16,938 square feet of administrative space. The jail takes bookings 24 hours a day. New arrest records post within 24 to 48 hours.

The main Sheriff's site is at the Benton County Sheriff's Office page. It links to the inmate roster, the jail dashboard, and the records request form.

The home page links to the inmate roster, jail dashboard, warrants page, and news posts. You can also find victim services and the FOIA request form here.

Search Benton County Inmate Records

The online inmate roster lets you search by name, booking date, or booking number. Each record shows the booking number, last name, first name, date of birth, release date if any, charges with descriptions, bond amount, and booking photograph. The Benton County inmate lookup system is one of the most advanced in Arkansas. Pull the roster at the Benton County inmate roster page.

The roster page opens with a search box. Type a last name and hit search. Results show every matching current inmate with photo, charges, and bond totals.

Municipal court and district court records are kept separate from jail records. Police departments in Rogers, Bentonville, Bella Vista, Siloam Springs, and Centerton process arrests. The jail holds the suspect after booking. Court data ties the arrest to a specific case file.

Benton County Jail Dashboard

The interactive jail dashboard gives real-time population data. View capacity numbers, demographic breakdowns, and facility use rates. The dashboard helps the public see how many beds are filled and how the Benton County inmate population shifts each day. Find it at the Benton County jail dashboard.

The dashboard pulls live data and charts the numbers for each pod. You can see gender breakdowns and charge types at a glance.

FOIA Requests for Benton County Inmate Records

Send a written FOIA request to Benton County Sheriff's Office, Records Division, 1300 SW 14th Street, Bentonville, AR 72712. Include your name and contact info. Describe the records in detail. The office responds in 3 to 7 business days under Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-101.

Standard copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies run $5.00 each. Large requests may add staff time fees. Court-sealed records are not open. Juvenile records are sealed under Ark. Code § 9-27-309. Active investigation records and medical records are exempt.

For FOIA help, reach the Arkansas Attorney General. The office publishes a full FOIA Handbook and handles training for public officials.

State Search and Court Records

For Benton County inmates sent to state prison, use the ADC Inmate Info Search. Results show ADC number, unit, sentence, and projected release date. The tool is free and covers every state facility. ADC record-keeping follows Ark. Code Ann. § 12-27-113(e)(1).

Court records for the Benton County inmate population flow through the Circuit Clerk at 102 NE A Street, Bentonville, AR 72712. The phone is (479) 271-1015. Online access is through Arkansas CourtConnect. Basic searches are free. Certified copies cost $5 to $10 per document plus a copy fee.

Visitation at the Benton County Jail

Visits must be scheduled online through the county's visitation system. Set up an account, get approved, and pick a time slot. Visits are done via video or in person depending on current rules. A valid photo ID is required.

Call (479) 271-1008 for help with scheduling. The system may show different hours for different pods.

Bond Payment and Commissary

Cash bonds are taken at the facility 24 hours a day. Credit or debit card payments may be accepted through kiosk systems. Surety bonds go through licensed bail bondsmen. Call the Sheriff's Office for current bond info on a specific inmate.

Commissary funds can be mailed in. Use a money order with the inmate name and ID number. Send it to Benton County Jail, 1300 SW 14th Street, Bentonville, AR 72712. Online deposit systems may be available through contracted vendors.

Sentencing and Transfer to State Prison

An inmate from the Benton County inmate population who gets a state prison sentence does not stay at the county jail forever. Once the case is final and a state prison commitment is signed, the Arkansas Department of Correction takes custody. The transfer can take weeks or months because of the ADC waiting list.

While waiting for transfer, the inmate stays at the county jail under a state hold. The county is reimbursed by the state for housing the inmate. Once transferred, the inmate is processed at an ADC intake unit, given an ADC number, and assigned to a state prison facility. From that point, the inmate shows up on the ADC inmate search portal.

Victim Rights and Notification in Benton County

Victims of crimes connected to the Benton County inmate population have rights under Arkansas law. The Crime Victims' Bill of Rights covers the right to be told about court dates, the right to attend hearings, and the right to give a statement at sentencing. Prosecutors are required to keep victims informed as the case moves through the system.

VINELink registration is the easiest way to track an inmate's custody. Victims can also ask the prosecuting attorney's office for direct case updates. Most Arkansas counties have a victim advocate on staff who can help with notifications and court accompaniment.

Visitation Rules at Benton County Detention

Visits at the Benton County inmate population housing facility follow a strict schedule. Most jails split visits by housing unit and gender. Visitors usually need to be on the inmate's approved visitor list before showing up. The list is built at intake and can be updated during the stay.

Visitors must bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Children must be with an adult guardian. Most facilities limit each session to one or two visitors. Cell phones, bags, and outside food are not allowed in the visitation area. Dress code rules cover sleeves, length, and clothing color.

Many Arkansas jails have moved to video visitation through vendors like CityTeleCoin or Securus. Video visits can be done from the lobby kiosk or, in some cases, from a home computer. Schedule a visit in advance through the vendor portal. The first visit is often free, with paid sessions after.

Sentencing and Transfer to State Prison

An inmate from the Benton County inmate population who gets a state prison sentence does not stay at the county jail forever. Once the case is final and a state prison commitment is signed, the Arkansas Department of Correction takes custody. The transfer can take weeks or months because of the ADC waiting list.

While waiting for transfer, the inmate stays at the county jail under a state hold. The county is reimbursed by the state for housing the inmate. Once transferred, the inmate is processed at an ADC intake unit, given an ADC number, and assigned to a state prison facility. From that point, the inmate shows up on the ADC inmate search portal.

Nearby Arkansas Counties

Benton County sits in the northwest corner of Arkansas. Several nearby counties also run jail rosters. Use the links below to check records in those counties.