How to locate an inmate in Sweetwater County
After an arrest anywhere in Sweetwater County, whether in Green River, Rock Springs, Bairoil or on the highway by Wyoming Highway Patrol, the person is taken to Sweetwater County Detention Center, operated by the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office. Booking takes one to three hours. Once complete, custody information, charges, and the bond set by the court are available.
Three ways to find someone
- Let us do it. Use the form above or call (307) 522-0333. We check the jail for you at no cost and call back with charges and bond.
- Check the online roster. Sweetwater County Detention Center roster. Bond amounts and types are usually listed once booking is complete.
- Visit in person. The lobby at 50140 US Hwy 191 S, Rock Springs, WY 82901 can confirm custody during business hours.
What we'll tell you
- Whether the person is in custody and their booking status
- The charges and whether they're misdemeanor (Circuit Court) or felony (District Court)
- The bond amount and type: cash or surety, cash only, or personal recognizance
- Any holds from other counties or agencies
- Your options and an exact bail bond quote
If the bond type is cash or surety, we can post it right away. If it's cash only, call us anyway: we'll explain your options, including asking the court to modify the bond at the next hearing.
Inmate search FAQ
How do I find out if someone is in Sweetwater County Detention Center?
Call the detention center at (307) 352-4911, or call Bail City at (307) 522-0333 and we will check custody, charges, and bond for you at no charge, 24/7. You can also check the Sheriff's online roster.
Does Sweetwater County have an online inmate roster?
Yes. The Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office publishes an online roster linked above. Information can lag booking by a few hours.
What information do I need to search for an inmate?
The person's full name and ideally a date of birth. A booking number helps but isn't required.
How long after an arrest does someone show up in the system?
Usually within one to three hours of arrival at Sweetwater County Detention Center, once booking is complete. Bond is set at the initial appearance, which in Sweetwater County is typically the next business day in Sweetwater County Circuit Court, unless the charge is on the jail's bond schedule.
Where is Sweetwater County Detention Center located?
Sweetwater County Detention Center is at 50140 US Hwy 191 S, Rock Springs, WY 82901, operated by the Sweetwater County Sheriff's Office. The main number is (307) 352-4911.
Can you tell me the charges and bond amount?
Yes. Once booking is complete we can tell you the charges, whether they are misdemeanor or felony, the bond amount and type, and any holds from other counties. Then we quote the exact bail bond premium.
Is an inmate search confidential?
Yes. A request to Bail City is a private inquiry between you and a licensed bail agent. We do not notify the jail, the court, or the defendant that you asked.
What if the person was arrested outside Sweetwater County?
Tell us where the arrest happened. Bail City writes bonds across Wyoming and in Colorado, Montana, and Idaho, and we can locate someone in any of those jails.