San Juan County Booking Releases
San Juan County booking releases are tracked by the San Juan County Adult Detention Center in Friday Harbor and by the SCORE jail in Des Moines. The local jail has only 30 beds, so most people are moved to SCORE within 72 hours. You can search both systems online for free. To find San Juan County booking releases, the official Tyler Technologies inmate inquiry tool is the first place to look. After that, check SCORE or VINELink for transfers.
San Juan County Detainee Inquiry
The San Juan County Adult Detention Center Detainee Inquiry is a Tyler Technologies NewWorld system. It is the official online tool for San Juan County booking releases. You can search by name, subject number, booking number, in-custody status, booking dates, and housing facility. Housing options include the San Juan County Adult Detention Center and the San Juan County Alternative Sentencing Division.
San Juan County runs a small 30-bed temporary jail in Friday Harbor. Most people booked there for a misdemeanor or felony are kept only 72 hours. After that, they are moved to SCORE in Des Moines. The online inquiry remains the official first stop after any arrest in the county.
Search results show the detainee's name, booking number, custody status, scheduled release date, race, gender, date of birth, multiple bookings flag, and housing facility. The system is updated in real time as bookings and releases are processed.
For the source data, see https://www.sjcadc.net/NewWorld.InmateInquiry/NM024023C, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the San Juan County office uses to share this information with the public.
San Juan County Sheriff
The San Juan County Sheriff's Office serves the residents and visitors of the islands. The mission is to protect lives, rights, and property through enforcement of the law with equity and dignity for all. The Sheriff's number is 360-378-4151. The office is committed to procedural justice: voice, respect, neutrality, understanding, and helpfulness.
Sheriff Eric Peter has stated that 2026 will be his final year in law enforcement. He will not seek a second term. The Sheriff's Office partners with local agencies and community groups to keep the islands safe.
For the source data, see https://www.sanjuanco.com/344/Sheriff, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the San Juan County office uses to share this information with the public.
SCORE Jail in Des Moines
South Correctional Entity (SCORE) is in Des Moines and is the first multi-jurisdictional jail in Washington state. Six cities own it: Auburn, Burien, Des Moines, Renton, SeaTac, and Tukwila. SCORE serves as the long-term detention facility for San Juan County inmates after the 72-hour hold in Friday Harbor.
SCORE's mission is to provide top public safety services. Core values are Service, Excellence, Respect, Collaboration, and Diversity. SCORE can be reached at 206-257-6200 and is at 20817 17th Ave S, Des Moines, WA 98198. For anyone searching for a San Juan County inmate no longer at the local jail, SCORE is the next place to check.
Note: SCORE has its own inmate inquiry tools, and you can also call to verify a release.
For the source data, see https://www.scorejail.org/, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the San Juan County office uses to share this information with the public.
San Juan County Public Records
Public records run under the Public Records Act, RCW 42.56. They cover records prepared, owned, used, or kept by any San Juan County department, except the courts. Many records are on the County's website at no cost.
The Public Records Officer is Sally Rogers, Clerk of the Council. Email publicrecords@sanjuancountywa.gov or call 360-370-7472. The Records Coordinator is at 360-370-7410. The address is 55 2nd Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250.
Under RCW 42.56.120, large requests may need a deposit of up to 10% of the estimated cost. Court records (divorce, custody, probate, judgments) are not handled by the Public Records Officers. Per Nast v. Michels and City of Federal Way v. Koenig, the Clerk's Office is not subject to the PRA. Send those requests directly to the courts.
For the source data, see https://www.sanjuancountywa.gov/349/Public-Records, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the San Juan County office uses to share this information with the public.
Government Portal and Tracking Tools
The Your Government page on the San Juan County website is the main hub for departments and services. It links to the Sheriff's Office main page, the Sheriff's Office Team page, the SCORE site, and OffenderWatch for sex offender tracking. By centering all the public safety links in one place, the page is helpful for users new to county government.
Vinelink is a national public roster that lets the public look up an offender's status and track movements between facilities. It is helpful for victims and witnesses. Anyone can register at VINELink to get alerts via email, text, or phone. Available in 48 states and 2,900 jails and prisons.
Because San Juan County uses SCORE for longer holds, Vinelink is a single tool that follows inmates across county lines without forcing you to check multiple rosters. Court records go through the Washington Courts portal. State prisoners are searchable on the DOC site.
For the source data, see https://www.sanjuanco.com/27/Your-Government, which the Sheriff updates as needed.
The page above is the official source the San Juan County office uses to share this information with the public.
Bail and Confidential Jail Records
Jail records beyond the basic public roster fields are confidential under RCW 70.48.100. To get them you need a signed inmate release or a court order. Bail is set under RCW 10.19. Cash bail or an approved bond agent are the standard ways to gain release.
San Juan County Booking Releases FAQ
How often is the San Juan 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 San Juan 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 San Juan 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 San Juan 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 San Juan County booking releases tied to a specific case.
Does San Juan 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 San Juan County booking releases? Federal inmates are tracked through the Federal Bureau of Prisons inmate locator at bop.gov/inmateloc. If someone was arrested in San Juan 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
If you are not sure which county handles a case, check the address. Here are nearby counties to San Juan County.