Washington County Recent Arrests
Washington County recent arrests are processed through the Washington County Correctional Facility in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. The sheriff's office runs a modern website launched in 2021 with a full inmate search tool. You can look up current bookings by name, check charges and bond amounts, and see booking photos. If you need to find out who was recently arrested in Washington County, the online roster is the fastest place to start. This page covers how to search Washington County arrest records and what tools are available.
Washington County Overview
Washington County Correctional Facility
The Washington County Correctional Facility sits at 611 SW Adams Blvd. in Bartlesville. Sheriff Scott Owen runs the office and jail. The facility books people from across Washington County, including arrests by the Bartlesville Police Department and other local agencies. Call the jail at 918-332-4000 for custody questions. The main dispatch line at 918-337-2800 is open around the clock.
| Address | 611 SW Adams Blvd., Bartlesville, OK 74003 |
|---|---|
| Jail Phone | 918-332-4000 |
| Dispatch | 918-337-2800 (24/7) |
| Sheriff | Scott Owen |
| Website | Washington County Sheriff |
| Inmate Search | Washington County Inmate Search |
The Washington County Sheriff's Office website provides access to the inmate roster, booking details, and contact information for the correctional facility.
The website was launched in 2021. It shows name, photo, charges, and bond amount for anyone arrested in Washington County. You can search by first or last name. The roster updates as bookings come in. This is the best way to check on Washington County recent arrests without calling the jail.
Note: The online roster shows current inmates only; released individuals will not appear in search results.
How to Search Recent Arrests in Washington County
Start at the Washington County inmate search page. Type in a name. Results show the booking date, charges, and bond. Mugshots are public. If you need more detail, call the jail at 918-332-4000. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody and what the charges are.
The inmate search tool on the Washington County Sheriff website lets you look up anyone currently in custody by name.
VINE is a free backup option. Call 877-654-8463 or go to vinelink.com to search for inmates. VINE also lets you sign up for alerts. You get a call, text, or email when someone is released or moved. This is useful for people who need to track a Washington County arrest over time. VINE works 24 hours a day and covers every county jail in the state.
For court records tied to a Washington County arrest, use OSCN. It is free. Search by name to find case filings, charges, and court dates. OSCN covers all 77 Oklahoma district courts. You can also try ODCR as a second source. Both pull from the same court system but sometimes return different results.
Washington County Detention Center Details
The Washington County detention center page on the county government site has extra info about the facility. All mail sent to inmates gets scanned and delivered electronically. Physical letters do not go to the inmate directly. That is a newer policy. The jail also runs commissary through TigerDeposit.com with a $2 processing fee per deposit.
The county detention center page covers facility rules, inmate mail, and other services.
Medical care is provided on site. A full-time nurse works at the facility. Medical copay is $8 per visit. The jail has daily and weekly commissary options. Inmate phones use collect calling and phone cards. Families can set up accounts for calls. These details matter if you are trying to stay in touch with someone held after a Washington County arrest.
Washington County Visitation Rules
Visitation at the Washington County jail is strict. You must call 918-337-2800 to schedule. Each visit lasts 15 minutes. You get up to two visits per weekend. One on Saturday, one on Sunday. Only one adult and one child per visit. You have to wash your hands and use hand sanitizer before going in. No cell phones or electronic devices are allowed. Bring your photo ID and nothing else. Keys and wallets stay in the lobby.
Out-of-state visitors can request a special visit. Call the jail in advance. These visits are for immediate family only. The jail administrator has to approve them. Ministry visits are currently suspended. Keep in mind that rules can change. Call ahead to confirm the schedule before making the trip.
OSBI Criminal History for Washington County
OSBI CHIRP at chirp.osbi.ok.gov covers Washington County arrests. The search costs $15 per name. It returns all Oklahoma arrests on file for one person, including charges, dispositions, and dates. Only fingerprint-based arrests are in the system. Minor offenses without fingerprints may not show up. For a broader view, the DOC offender lookup shows people sentenced to state prison. That includes anyone from Washington County who ended up in a state facility.
Oklahoma's Open Records Act under Title 51 O.S. Section 24A.1 gives the public the right to inspect most government records. That includes arrest records. Copies cost up to $0.25 per page. You can submit a written request to the Washington County Sheriff's Office at 611 SW Adams Blvd., Bartlesville, OK 74003. Include the person's name, date of birth, and the date range you want. Bring a valid photo ID if you go in person.
Washington County Arrest Records on JailExchange
The JailExchange page for Washington County lists contact details and basic facility info. It is not an official source. Use it as a starting point if you cannot reach the sheriff's website. Always confirm arrest details through the official inmate search or by calling the jail. Arrest records are public in Oklahoma, but they do not equal a conviction. All people listed in booking records are presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
The JailExchange listing for Washington County provides general contact and facility details.
Washington County Cities
Bartlesville is the largest city in Washington County and has its own police department. Arrests made by Bartlesville PD are booked into the Washington County Correctional Facility.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Washington County. Each runs its own jail and sheriff's office.