Mason County Booking Releases
Mason County booking releases are tracked by the Mason County Sheriff's Office and the Mason County Jail in Shelton. The Sheriff publishes an official In-Custody Report PDF and a 48-Hour Release Statistics PDF on the county document hub. To find Mason County booking releases, those two PDFs are the main tools. The jail is WASPC-accredited and holds up to 104 people. The Sheriff also takes records requests for older info.
Mason County Sheriff's Office
The Mason County Sheriff's Office serves as the hub of information, resources, and communication for residents, businesses, and visitors. The core values are Professionalism, Integrity, Accountability, Respect, and Partnership. The mission is to be leaders in the community by providing the best law enforcement services possible. The motto is "Leading in Excellence, Service and Safety."
The Sheriff's Office is regularly hiring for corrections, patrol deputies, and support roles. Civil Service info is available for interested candidates. This is the primary official page for the elected sheriff and all sheriff operations in Mason County.
For the source data, see https://www.masoncountywa.gov/departments/sheriff/index.php, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the Mason County office uses to share this information with the public.
Mason County Jail in Shelton
The Mason County Jail provides incarceration services for law enforcement agencies throughout the county. Under state law, the Board of County Commissioners is responsible for the physical facility, and the Sheriff is responsible for operations. The jail sits next to the County Courthouse in Shelton.
The jail is Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs (WASPC) Accredited and is described as the hub of the Criminal Justice System in Mason County. It was first built in 1958. A 1999 expansion project turned the 45-bed facility into a 104-bed facility. In 2013, the Sheriff added inmate work crew programs that help with county cleanup, petunia beds, Red Cross blood drives, roadside trash cleanup, and Relay for Life setup.
The jail is run by a 17-person corrections staff. It has its own kitchen with three kitchen staff. A lobby kiosk lets family and friends put funds in an inmate's commissary account. Church services and rehabilitative services are offered to inmates.
For the source data, see https://www.masoncountywa.gov/departments/sheriff/jail/index.php, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the Mason County office uses to share this information with the public.
Mason County Booking Releases PDFs
The Sheriff publishes an official In-Custody Report PDF at hub.masoncountywa.gov that lists inmates currently in the Mason County Jail. Data fields typically include inmate names, booking info, charges, and custody status. It is a snapshot of the in-custody population at the time of publication.
A 48-Hour Release Statistics PDF is also posted. It records inmates released from the Mason County Jail within the prior 48 hours. Fields include release dates, names, and charge or custody info. This document is useful for tracking recent Mason County booking releases when the online roster has not yet updated.
Because both PDFs are hosted on the county's official hub domain, they serve as high-authority sources. Use them for record-keeping or to verify an individual has been discharged.
Note: The PDFs are static snapshots. For the freshest status, call the jail during business hours.
Jail FAQs and Commissary
Mail goes to Inmate Name, c/o Mason County Jail, P.O. Box 519, Shelton, WA 98584. Inmates have access to telephones for collect calls. They cannot receive incoming calls or messages unless there is a life-or-death emergency that jail staff can verify.
Funds can be placed in an inmate's commissary account. Cash funds must be brought to the jail in person. You can send a Money Order, Guaranteed Funds Check, or Cashier's Check through the US Mail. Cash will not be accepted via mail. Funds can also be deposited online through Access Corrections. Programs include Drug and Alcohol Classes, Alternative Sentencing Programs, Community Inmate Labor Program, and Mental Health Services.
For the source data, see https://www.masoncountywa.gov/departments/sheriff/jail/faqs.php, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the Mason County office uses to share this information with the public.
Mason County Jail Video Visitation
Mason County Jail switched from Securus Technologies to Inmate Sales on August 12, 2024, for voice and video visits. Funds applied to Securus did not transfer to Inmate Sales. All visits are now run through video. You must set up an account with Inmate Sales and be approved.
To sign up, visit inmatesales.com or use the free InmateSales app. Create an account, select New Purchase, pick the facility and product (Direct Pay, Pin Debit, or Video Visitation), enter personal info, choose the inmate, enter payment info, agree to terms, and submit. Visits are subject to warrant checks. Visitors must be 18 or older.
Each inmate is limited to two on-site visits per week. Visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours ahead. Video visits are recorded and monitored, except attorney visits. The jail can deny or cancel a visit for misconduct.
For the source data, see https://www.masoncountywa.gov/departments/sheriff/jail/visitation.php, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the Mason County office uses to share this information with the public.
Alternative Sentencing Programs
All alternative programs must be ordered by a court. EHM (Electronic Home Monitoring) and CAM (Continuous Alcohol Monitoring) let pretrial and sentenced people serve time at home instead of the jail. People on EHM or CAM may be allowed to work and attend treatment.
Day reporting requires the offender to check in at the jail on set days and may include labor like litter crew or projects for other departments. Work release lets offenders keep jobs outside the jail. They are housed inside the facility and released to work or court-ordered treatment before returning.
Mason County accepts credit or debit card payments for Alternative Sentencing and DUI programs through the official Point and Pay website. A convenience fee applies. The payment ID serves as a confirmation receipt.
For the source data, see https://www.masoncountywa.gov/departments/sheriff/jail/alternative_sentencing_programs.php, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the Mason County office uses to share this information with the public.
Mason County Public Records
Public records are governed by the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56. Most jail records beyond basic booking fields are confidential under RCW 70.48.100. To get them you need a signed inmate release or a court order.
For state prison data, use the Washington DOC Incarcerated Search. For automatic release alerts, sign up at VINELink. Court records live on the Washington Courts portal. Bail is set under RCW 10.19.
Mason County Booking Releases FAQ
How often is the Mason County jail roster updated? It depends on the facility. Live rosters refresh every few minutes. PDF rosters refresh once a day. Call the jail if you need the freshest status.
Are booking photos public in Mason County? Under RCW 70.48.100, most jail records beyond the public roster are confidential. Mugshots are usually exempt unless they aid an active investigation or involve a registered sex offender being released into the community. To get one, you usually need an inmate release form or a court order.
Can anyone view Mason County booking releases online for free? Yes. The public roster fields are open under state law. Name, booking date, charges, court jurisdiction, and release date are free to view. There is no fee to check the roster or to sign up for VINELink release alerts.
What if the person I am looking for is not on the roster? Try a few things. Call the jail during business hours. Check VINELink for recent custody changes. Check the DOC Incarcerated Search if they may have been moved to state custody. Review the Washington Courts portal for a case number.
How do I get older Mason County booking releases info? Submit a public records request under RCW 42.56. Most county agencies use an online portal. Be specific with names, dates, and the exact records you want. Staff typically respond within five business days.
Note: If you are a victim of a crime, you can register for free release notifications through Washington VINE at 1-877-846-3492 or at vinelink.com. This is usually the fastest way to learn about Mason County booking releases tied to a specific case.
Does Mason County post a historical archive of booking releases? Some counties keep an archive going back many years. Others only show the current roster. If the data you need is not on the roster, a public records request is usually the next step. Be clear about the time frame and the names or case numbers involved. Staff can often pull older jail logs from the back office.
What about federal charges tied to Mason County booking releases? Federal inmates are tracked through the Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate locator at bop.gov/inmateloc. If someone was arrested in Mason County but taken into federal custody, they may not show up on the local jail roster. Cross-checking with federal tools can close the gap.
Nearby Counties
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