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King County Jail Inmate Lookup in Washington State

If you need to find out whether someone has been arrested or is currently being held in jail, the King County jail inmate lookup tool allows the public to search custody records online.

King County operates the jail system through the Department of Adult and Juvenile Detention (DAJD) and provides a public website where you can locate individuals currently in custody.

You can access the official search page here:

King County Jail Inmate Lookup
https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dajd/courts-jails-legal-system/information-services-jail-detention/locate-person-jail

This page provides access to the official Subject Lookup Tool, which allows users to search for adults currently in custody in King County jails.

How to Use the King County Jail Inmate Lookup

Using the King County jail inmate lookup system is relatively simple and can usually be done in a few minutes.

Follow these steps:

  1. Visit the King County Jail Inmate Lookup page
    https://kingcounty.gov/en/dept/dajd/courts-jails-legal-system/information-services-jail-detention/locate-person-jail
  2. Click the link to access the Subject Lookup Tool
  3. Enter the person’s first and last name
  4. Review the search results to find the correct individual
  5. Select the record to view additional custody details

The lookup system may display:

  • Booking date and time
  • Jail facility location
  • Criminal charges
  • Bail or bond amount
  • Custody status
  • Scheduled court appearances

Because jail records are updated regularly, information may change as a case progresses.

King County Jail Facilities

Individuals arrested in King County are typically booked into one of two primary jail facilities.

King County Correctional Facility (Seattle)

Located in downtown Seattle, the King County Correctional Facility houses many individuals arrested in Seattle and surrounding areas. It also holds inmates awaiting court hearings or serving short sentences.

Address:
500 Fifth Avenue
Seattle, Washington

Maleng Regional Justice Center (Kent)

The Maleng Regional Justice Center in Kent serves as another major detention facility for King County. Many arrests in South King County result in booking at this location.

Address:
401 Fourth Avenue North
Kent, Washington

What Information Appears in the Jail Lookup

When using the King County jail inmate lookup, the system may display several pieces of public booking information.

Common information includes:

  • Full name of the inmate
  • Booking number
  • Booking date
  • Jail location
  • Charges filed
  • Bail or bond amount
  • Custody status

However, some details may be limited if a case is still under investigation or restricted by privacy laws.

What to Do if Someone Is in Jail in King County

If the King County jail inmate lookup confirms that someone you know is in custody, you may want to take several steps depending on the situation.

Common next steps include:

  • Determining the charges filed
  • Reviewing bail or bond information
  • Finding out the upcoming court date
  • Contacting a criminal defense attorney

Early legal advice can help individuals understand their rights and possible defense strategies under Washington law.

Contact Blanford Law

If you or someone you know has been arrested in King County, understanding your legal options is important.

Contact Blanford Law today at ken@blanfordlaw.com or 253-720-9304 for guidance on your legal matter.

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