Logan County Released Inmates
Logan County has two districts, Paris in the north and Booneville in the south. The sheriff's office runs both, with the main detention center in Paris. A live inmate roster and a 48-hour release list post online through the sheriff's site. Court filings are in Arkansas CourtConnect. For state prison data, the Arkansas Department of Corrections tool takes over. This page walks through the quickest ways to find Logan County released inmates and release date details.
Logan County Released Inmates Facts
Where to Find Logan County Released Inmates
Start with the Logan County Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Jason W. Massey leads the office. Chief Deputy is Joshua Scott. The sheriff runs both the North District out of Paris and the South District out of Booneville. The main 24-hour phone line is (479) 963-3271. Administrative hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The sheriff posts a live inmate roster at loganso.com/roster.php. The site also has a 48-Hour Release Roster that shows inmates released in the past two days. That is the fastest tool if someone just got out. Court filings are in Arkansas CourtConnect. State prison data goes through the ADC inmate search.
For release alerts, use VINELink. For background checks, use the ARCH system or the Arkansas State Police CBC portal.
Logan County Sheriff's Office Contact
The North District office sits at 201 South Lowder St., Paris, AR 72855. The South District office is at 461 East Fifth Street, Booneville, AR 72927. The main site covers both, as shown below.
Logan County has been split into two districts since 1901. Paris is the northern seat. Booneville is the southern seat. Circuit courts sit in both districts. That setup is unusual in Arkansas and it means some filings go to Paris while others go to Booneville. The sheriff runs one law enforcement agency across both districts.
For FOIA requests, the sheriff's email is jmassey@loganso.com. Phone (479) 963-3271. Written requests are best because they create a paper trail. Mail goes to the Paris or Booneville office, depending on which district the inmate was booked in. Phone calls also work for basic custody info.
Logan County Detention Center in Paris
The Logan County Detention Center sits at 201 South Lowder Street in Paris. Construction was completed in 2019. Capacity is 100 inmates, split into 6 booking beds, 67 male beds, and 27 female beds. Jail Administrator is Keysha Phelps. Staff includes 4 sergeants, 14 detention officers, 2 transport officers, 2 cooks who also serve as detention officers, and 1 maintenance officer.
A screenshot of the Logan County Detention Center inmate info page is below.
The detention center runs a video visitation system. In-person visits are limited. Commissary is run by CityTeleCoin. The mission of the jail is to keep the community safe while offering programs to inmates. Programs on site include GED, New Directions, Moral Reconation Therapy, the National Career Readiness Certificate, and AA. Inmate service rules can change, so call the jail first.
Logan County Jail Roster Online
The sheriff publishes a live roster at loganso.com/roster.php. A snapshot of the roster page is shown below.
The roster is the fastest way to check current custody in Logan County. Each record has a name, booking date, and charge list. The 48-Hour Release Roster covers anyone who left custody in the past two days. If the person you want is not on the main roster, check the release list. If they are not on either, they may have moved to state prison or been transferred out of county.
For a name that has been gone a while, use the ADC tool next. For court outcomes, go to CourtConnect. For alerts, use VINELink. The sheriff's roster updates after each booking and release, so data is usually fresh.
Court Records for Logan County Inmates
Circuit court sits in both Paris and Booneville. Felony cases from the North District go to the Paris court. South District cases go to Booneville. District court handles misdemeanors and civil cases under $25,000. Free online viewing runs through CourtConnect. Certified copies carry a per-page fee. Mail requests go to the circuit clerk for each district.
Records made before 2009 may have parts redacted online. For the full file, ask in person. Sealed files and juvenile records are not public. Dockets, charging documents, pleas, sentences, and judgment entries are typically on file. Order certified copies in writing for anything you need as legal proof.
Note: Check which district an inmate was charged in before driving to a courthouse in Logan County.
State Prison, Background Checks, and Parole
Once a Logan County inmate moves to state prison, the ADC inmate search takes over. The tool shows current unit, admit date, and sentence data. The ARCH system at Ark. Code Ann. § 12-12-1501 et seq. lets the public buy a criminal history check at $24.00 per search. Arkansas conviction data only.
The Arkansas State Police CBC system handles consent-based checks at $22.00 per Arkansas name. Volunteers pay $11.00. National fingerprint checks run $13.00, or $11.00 for volunteers. See the ASP FAQ. For parole, the DCC posts policies and office contacts. Crime victims can register at VINELink.
FOIA Requests to the Logan County Sheriff
The Arkansas FOIA at Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-101 et seq. applies to Logan County. Agencies must respond in three business days. Requests go to the sheriff's office in Paris or Booneville. Email jmassey@loganso.com. Phone (479) 963-3271.
Common asks include arrest reports, booking photos, release dates, and jail logs. Copies carry a small per-page fee. Arkansas law does not allow fee waivers. A negligent FOIA violation is a Class C misdemeanor. Appeals go to Logan County Circuit Court in either district. Exemptions cover juvenile files, active investigations, medical data, and personnel files.
Released Inmates Across the River Valley
Logan County is in the River Valley area of western Arkansas. Nearby counties include Franklin, Johnson, Pope, Yell, Scott, and Sebastian. Each runs its own jail and roster. Some release data may cross county lines during transport or when a person is held on another county's warrant.
For Logan County released inmates, the sheriff's roster and 48-Hour Release Roster are the best starting points. CourtConnect fills in the court record. The ADC tool picks up state prison data. VINELink handles release alerts. Between those, most Logan County custody questions can be answered in a few clicks.
Tip: Use the 48-Hour Release Roster if the person was booked in recently and is already back on the street.
Dual-District Court System in Logan County
Logan County is one of the few Arkansas counties with two courthouses. The setup goes back to 1901. The Paris courthouse handles the North District. The Booneville courthouse handles the South District. Each has its own circuit clerk and its own district court. That split matters when you look up a released inmate. A case filed in Booneville will not show up if you search only the Paris records at the counter, though Arkansas CourtConnect rolls both into one statewide view.
Circuit court in either district handles felony cases. District court picks up the smaller stuff, including misdemeanors, traffic tickets, and civil matters under $25,000. Mena and Fort Smith federal court data covers any Logan County cases that cross into federal jurisdiction, though those are rare.
When a name drops off the roster in Paris, also check Booneville before you assume the person has left the county. Transfers between the two facilities do happen.
Programs and Re-Entry at the Paris Detention Center
The Logan County Detention Center runs more in-house programs than most small Arkansas jails. GED classes cover inmates who want a high school credential. New Directions is a structured life skills course. Moral Reconation Therapy is a cognitive behavioral program that targets repeat offenders. The National Career Readiness Certificate tracks job-ready skills. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings run on a set schedule. Completion can sometimes factor into parole decisions.
For released inmates leaving Paris or Booneville, the Arkansas Department of Community Correction sets up parole reporting. The office in Fort Smith covers this part of the state. Drug and alcohol testing is routine. Missed visits or failed tests can send a person back to the county jail on a hold while the parole board reviews the case. For victims tracking an upcoming release, VINELink covers both county and state level data.