Clark County Inmate Population Records
Clark County inmate population records are published online through the Clark County Sheriff's Office jail roster system. The Clark County Main Jail in Vancouver holds individuals arrested across the county, and the online roster is filterable by booking date and includes charges, booking dates, custody location, and projected release dates. The roster also covers inmates on electronic home monitoring. This page explains how to search current Clark County jail records, request documents through the public records process, and use state tools to track inmates who have moved to state custody.
Clark County Jail Overview
Clark County Jail Inmate Population
The Clark County Main Jail is at 707 W 13th Street in Vancouver, WA 98660, with a capacity of 714 inmates. This is one of the larger county jails in Washington. The facility is managed under the Chief of Corrections Ric Bishop. The main jail phone number is 360-397-2211. Clark County also operates a Jail Work Center at 5197 NW Lower River Road, which houses minimum security inmates who may be involved in work programs or close to release.
Arrests in Clark County come from multiple law enforcement agencies including the Clark County Sheriff's Office, Vancouver Police Department, Camas Police, Battle Ground Police, and other local departments. All adults arrested in the county are processed through the main facility in Vancouver. The Clark County jail system handles both pretrial detainees and individuals serving short sentences imposed by county and municipal courts.
| Main Jail | Clark County Main Jail |
|---|---|
| Main Jail Address | 707 W 13th Street, Vancouver, WA 98660 |
| Main Jail Phone | 360-397-2211 |
| Main Jail Capacity | 714 inmates |
| Jail Work Center | 5197 NW Lower River Road (minimum security) |
| Chief of Corrections | Ric Bishop |
| Online Roster | clark.wa.gov/sheriff/jail-roster |
| Jail Services Roster | clark.wa.gov/jail-services/jail-roster |
| Superior Court Clerk | 1200 Franklin Street, PO Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666 | 564-397-2292 |
Public records requests related to the Clark County jail can be submitted to the Sheriff's Office at cntyjailservicesadmin@clark.wa.gov or by mail to 707 W 13th St, Vancouver, WA 98660. The county's public records request process is also available online at clark.wa.gov/sheriff/public-records-request.
How to Search the Clark County Inmate Roster
There are two roster pages available for Clark County inmate population searches. The first is at clark.wa.gov/sheriff/jail-roster, maintained by the Sheriff's Office. This page shows the CFN (county file number), inmate name, booking date, current custody location, projected release date, and charges. The roster can be filtered by booking date range, which makes it easier to find recent bookings without scrolling through a large list.
The screenshot below shows the Clark County jail roster page at clark.wa.gov/sheriff/jail-roster as it appears to the public, including the filter controls and the data columns visible for each inmate listed.
The second roster is the Jail Services page at clark.wa.gov/jail-services/jail-roster. This version also includes EHM (Electronic Home Monitoring) inmates, so it covers a broader population than those physically held at the jail. If someone has been placed on electronic monitoring as a condition of release, they will appear on this roster but not necessarily at a jail facility.
Both roster pages include state criminal code designations for the charges listed, which can help identify the severity and type of offense. VINE notification registration is also linked through the roster pages, so you can sign up for custody alerts directly from the roster view.
Note: The jail services roster is the more complete list because it includes both physically held inmates and those on electronic home monitoring.
Public Records Requests in Clark County
Under RCW 42.56, Washington's Public Records Act, Clark County agencies must respond to public records requests within five business days. The law covers booking records, incident reports, jail logs, and other custody-related documents held by the Sheriff's Office and jail services division. Some records are exempt from disclosure, including ongoing investigation materials and information protected by other statutes.
The local jail records requirement also stems from RCW 70.48.100, which mandates that county jails keep records of all confined persons and make them publicly accessible. The online roster satisfies this requirement for routine custody information. More detailed records such as full booking files, use-of-force reports, or investigation summaries require a formal written request.
To request records from the Clark County jail, email cntyjailservicesadmin@clark.wa.gov or write to 707 W 13th St, Vancouver, WA 98660. The online public records portal is at clark.wa.gov/sheriff/public-records-request. Requests are processed in the order received, and agencies can request reasonable extensions when the volume or complexity of the request requires it.
VINE Notifications for Clark County Inmates
VINE (Victim Information and Notification Everyday) is available for anyone who needs to track custody changes for a person held in Clark County. The jail roster pages include direct VINE links for each inmate, making registration quick. You can also register through the main portal at VINELink.com. VINE sends automatic alerts by phone, text, or email when an inmate is released, transferred, escapes, or has a court date. Registration is anonymous and free.
This service remains active even if the person is moved from the Clark County jail to a Washington State DOC facility. VINE covers both county jails and state prisons across Washington, so you do not need to re-register when a transfer happens. It is one of the most practical tools for staying informed about someone's custody status without calling the facility every day.
Clark County Court Records
Criminal cases linked to Clark County bookings are handled in Clark County Superior Court and Clark County District Court. The Superior Court Clerk is located at 1200 Franklin Street, PO Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666, and can be reached at 564-397-2292. Court records are distinct from jail records. Booking data at the jail captures charges at intake, while court records track what happens at every stage of the legal process from arraignment through sentencing.
The Washington Courts statewide case portal at courts.wa.gov allows free public searches by name or case number. It covers Clark County Superior and District Court filings and is a good first stop for checking the outcome of a criminal case tied to a jail booking. Certified copies and older records that are not in the online system are available through the Superior Court Clerk's office in person or by mail.
Note: Booking records at the jail and court case records at the Clerk's office are separate systems and must be checked individually for a complete picture of any criminal case.
Washington State Inmate Resources for Clark County
When someone is no longer found in Clark County's local roster, they may have been transferred to Washington State DOC custody after sentencing. The DOC incarcerated person search at doc.wa.gov is free and covers all individuals currently held in state prisons. This search is regularly updated and is the most reliable way to track someone after they leave county custody.
For broader criminal history checks in Washington, the WATCH system at watch.wsp.wa.gov provides statewide arrest and conviction records maintained by the Washington State Patrol. WATCH requires a fee per search and identity verification. Together, the local jail roster, the DOC search, and WATCH provide full coverage for tracking Clark County inmate population records at every level of the criminal justice system.
Cities in Clark County
Clark County includes several cities, with Vancouver being the largest and the county seat. Vancouver, Camas, and Orchards all have individual city pages on this site where you can find more specific inmate population and court record information for those communities. All arrests in Clark County are processed at the Clark County Main Jail at 707 W 13th Street in Vancouver.
Nearby Counties
Clark County borders Cowlitz County to the north and Skamania County to the east. Pacific and Wahkiakum counties are also nearby. If the person you are looking for is not in the Clark County system, check these neighboring counties.