Johnson County Inmate Search
A Johnson County inmate search is a process that provides inquirers with information about arrested or incarcerated persons within the county's jurisdiction. This entails using online inmate locators or contacting law enforcement agencies for information about current and former inmates held within Johnson County. Once an individual gets booked in any detention or correctional facility in Johnson County, Kansas, information about their arrest, offense, and custody is featured in Johnson County Public Records. Hence, inmate data becomes accessible to the general public.
Inmate searches offer inquirers access to inmate information like the inmate's charges, bond or bail amount, release date, booking information, and criminal history (if applicable).
Johnson County Crime and Incarceration Statistics
According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation 2021 Arrest Reports, 11,658 adult arrests, and 1,378 juvenile arrests were reported in Johnson County in that year. The reports revealed that drug offenses were the county's most popular offense among adult arrestees in 2021, with 2,788 adult arrests made within the 12-month span. Other prevalent offenses among adult arrestees in 2021 include Driving under the influence (DUI) (1,717 arrests), simple battery (1,298), and theft (1,120 arrests). Meanwhile, simple battery (281 arrests), theft (267 arrests), drug offenses (235 arrests), and Liquor Violation (128 arrests) were the most popular offenses among juvenile arrestees in 2021.
On the other hand, 10,701 adult arrests and 1,492 juvenile arrests were made in Johnson County in 2020, per the Kansas Bureau of Investigation 2020 Arrest Reports. Thus, the county experienced an 8.6% increase in adult arrests and a 7.9% decrease in juvenile arrests.
Johnson County Prison System
Johnson County Prison system comprises the New Century Adult Detention Center, the Central Booking Facility, and local municipal jails. The County Sheriff's Office Detention Bureau is responsible for the supervision of both the New Century Adult Detention Center and the Central Booking Facility. Meanwhile, local municipal jails fall under the direct control of their respective municipality's police department.
The New Century Adult Detention Center (NCADC) serves as Johnson County jail (the primary detention facility for Johnson County). The NCADC was opened in July 2000 with an initial capacity of 537 beds. However, in December 2009, phase II of the facility was opened, adding 554 beds to the facility's capacity, increasing the facility's current bed capacity to 1081 beds. The average daily population of the county's detention facility was 596 inmates in 2021, a drop of 5.8% from 2020, according to the County Sheriff's Office 2021 Annual Report.
On the other hand, the Central Booking Facility was opened in 1988 in Olathe city as the Johnson County Sheriff's Office Central Booking. The facility was reopened in August 2022 as a centralized location in Johnson County where local law enforcement agencies can bring arrestees for incarceration.
How to Find an Inmate in Johnson County
Interested persons can find an inmate in Johnson County by querying the County Sheriff's Office Detention or local police departments. Inquirers may contact the New Century Adult Detention Center at (913) 715-5900 and the Central Booking facility at (913) 715-5100. Meanwhile, the contact information of local law enforcement agencies is listed in the Law Enforcement Agencies directory on the Johnson County website. Callers may be required to provide information about the inmate they want to find, such as their name, date of birth, and gender, to streamline the search.
Alternatively, Johnson County inmates can be found online through the inmate search portal provided on the County Sheriff's Office website. Inquirers can also visit the booking and release report webpage on the Sheriff's Office website to find information on the most recently released and booked county inmates.
How Does a Johnson County Inmate Search Work?
Under the Kansas Open Record Act (KORA), interested parties can inspect and obtain copies of public records not legally exempt from disclosure. Johnson County inmate records are subject to the provisions of this Act. Inmate data available to the public include:
- The inmate's full name
- Criminal file number
- Booking nu
- Date of Birth (DOB)
- Race
- Sex
- mugshot
- Detention facility's location
- Visiting times
- Booking date
- Booking number
- Booking officer's number
- Charges and bond information:
- Charges
- Bond amount
- Bond type
- Disposition
- Court location
- Court date and time
Where to Find a Johnson County Inmate Locator
The Johnson County inmate locator, also called an inmate search portal, is accessible through the county sheriff's website. This inmate locator is specifically used to obtain information about current and past inmates of the county jail, "The New Century Adult Detention Center (NCADC)". An inmate's first name or last name is the only criteria needed to conduct an inmate search through the county inmate locator.
The Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC) also maintains an inmate locator known as the Kansas Adult Supervised Population Electronic Repository (KASPER). Interested persons can access this inmate locator through the KDOC locating a resident webpage. The KDOC inmate locator can be used to find information about individuals currently incarcerated in any state correctional and detention facilities overseen by the KDOC. The inmate locator also provides information on individuals under post-incarceration supervision and those discharged from such facilities. An inmate search can be conducted on the KDOC inmate locator using an inmate name (first, middle, or last name) or KDOC number as a search criteria.
At the federal level, the Federal Bureau of Prison (BOP) also maintains an inmate locator. Interested persons can use the BOP inmate locator to obtain information about the whereabouts of federal inmates incarcerated from 1982 to the present. Inquirers can search for federal inmates on the BOP inmate locator by name (first, middle, or last name) or by number (BOP register, FBI, DCDC, or INS number).
Some third-party websites also provide search tools that serve as inmate locators. These tools can be used to retrieve and access public inmate records. Notably, most inmate locators are usually accessible to users for a fee. These fees typically vary by the providers. Furthermore, to conduct an inmate search on most third-party inmate locators, inquirers must be able to provide the inmate's name (first or last name) and their state of incarceration.
How to Send Money to a Johnson County Inmate
An inmate account is created for each inmate booked into the Johnson County jail; the New Century Adult Detention Center (NCADC). County inmates can receive money from their loved ones and other persons through their inmate accounts. Interested persons can deposit money to an inmate's account in person or online.
In-person deposits can be made through the kiosks in the lobby of the NCADC using cash, credit cards, or debit cards. The lobby is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. Depositors must provide the inmate's six-digit criminal file number to deposit money into the inmate's account through these kiosks. This information, "inmate's six-digit criminal file number," can be obtained from lobby staff members or by conducting a Johnson County inmate search.
On the other hand, online deposits can be made through third-party websites the NCADCl works with, such as correctpay.com. The website is accessible 24/7, and interested persons can reach the website consumer service support by calling (855) 836-3364. However, online deposits may be subject to deposit fees.
How to Visit a Johnson County Inmate
Johnson County inmate visits are strictly conducted via video virtually or on-site through kiosks at the New Century Adult Detention Center (NCADC).
Virtual inmate visits are conducted through third-party websites the NCADC partners with, such as smartjailmail.com. Virtual inmate visits are only available to inmates with access to tablets. To schedule a virtual visit, prospective visitors must register an account on the third-party site and provide a valid ID to facilitate the registration.
On the other hand, prospective visitors might need to schedule on-site visits in advance by visiting the NCADC lobby or calling the facility at (913) 715-5900 for inquiries. All Johnson County inmate visitors are subject to the County Detention Bureau visitation rules, some of which include:
- Visitors must present a valid photo identification (non-expired government-issued identification) before being allowed entry into the facility.
- Visitors must be at least 18 years old or accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
- Beverages, food items, and smoking are prohibited in the visiting area.
- Visitors must adhere to the facility's dress code, which prohibits specific clothing, including:
- Clothing resembling staff uniforms
- Short shorts and skirts that extend past mid-thigh when seated.
- Transparent, provocative, and revealing clothing
The facility maintains the right to deny, suspend, or terminate inmate visits if:
- The visitor causes intentional property damage to the facility
- The visitor clothing does not adhere to the facility's dress code
- The visitor refuses searches
- The visitor's behavior is disruptive
- The visitor refuses to provide a required form or identification or falsified/insufficient identification
For the complete list of the NCADC visitation rules, interested persons can visit the visitation rules webpage on the Johnson County Sheriff's Office website. For information about visiting an inmate in a specific city jail, interested persons can contact or visit the website of the local police department.
How to Send Jail Mail in Johnson County
To send jail mail to an inmate at the Johnson County jail, the sender is required to address it as follows:
Inmate's Name – Inmate's CFN J
Johnston County Adult Detention Center
101 N. Kansas Ave.
Olathe, KS 66061
All Johnson County Jail mail must be mailed through the United States Postal Service, and all incoming non-privileged mail is subject to searches and inspection by authorized personnel for contraband items. Per the facility mail rules, jail mail containing any of the following is considered contraband:
- Glitter
- Photocopies
- Attachments
- Plans for criminal activities
- money/checks/money order
- Weapons, alcohol, guns, or gang-related or sexually suggestive content
Johnson County Jails and Prisons
The name, address, and contact information of every jail and prison facility found in Johnson County are provided below:
The Johnson County Jails
The New Century Adult Detention Center (NCADC)
27745 159th St,
New Century, KS 66031
Phone: (913) 715-5900
The Central Booking facility
101 N Kansas Ave,
Olathe, KS 66061
Phone: (913) 715-5100
City Jails in Johnson County
For information about city jails, interested persons can contact local police departments. Use the Johnson County Law Enforcement Agencies directory to obtain the contact information for local police departments in Johnson County and request assistance in locating the appropriate facility.
