DuPage County Inmate Search
Per 725 ILCS 5/107-2, a DuPage County police officer can get a warrant for arrest when an investigation reveals that a person has committed crimes. However, an arrest can be made without a warrant when there is probable cause to believe that a person has committed or is committing any crime (750 ILCS 60/301).
After an arrest, the suspect is brought to the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office for processing. The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office uses the Offendertrak Corrections Inmate Management System to record the suspect’s arrest information, mugshot, demographics, medical history, fingerprint, identifying marks, and personal belongings. After the booking process, the officer will print out the booking jacket, medical questions, and property sheet. The suspect will then verify the information and sign each form accordingly. The suspect will be held in jail until arraignment. During the arraignment, the suspect (defendant) will stand before the judge, and the charges will be read to them. The judge will then ask the defendant to enter their plea.
Once the plea is entered, the judge will consider whether the defendant can be released on bail, their own recognizance, or held in custody until trial. During the trial, the attorneys in charge of the case will present arguments and evidence and question witnesses. Afterward, the judge or jury will give their verdict, which could be guilty or not guilty. If the defendant is found not guilty, the charges will be dismissed. If the defendant is found guilty, the judge will give a sentence that could include fines or jail terms. If the sentence is a jail term, the defendant will be taken to DuPage County jail. They will be booked in and issued a copy of the inmate rules and regulations, sexual abuse/assault prevention inmate emergency procedures, and intervention information, and release preparation - community resource guide. All the information entered into the Offendertrak system during booking will be printed and placed in the inmate’s file folder. After the booking process, the inmate will be dressed in a jail uniform and housed in the receiving area.
Interested persons can access the inmate's arrest reports and inmate records in person or online at the Dupage County Sheriff’s Corrections Bureau. Online inmate search can be done via the Inmate Search tool available on the Sheriff’s website. In-person requests can be made by visiting the office during business hours.
Inmate records are considered public in the United States and therefore are made available by both traditional governmental agencies as well as third-party websites and organizations. Third-party websites may offer an easier means to search, as these services do not face geographical limitations. However, because third-party sites are not government-sponsored, the information obtained through them may vary from official channels. To find inmate records using third-party aggregate sites, requesting parties must provide:
- The location of the sought-after record, including state, county, and city where the inmate resides.
- The name of the person listed in the record, unless it is a juvenile.
DuPage County Crime and Incarceration Statistics
In 2021, the DuPage County Sheriff Detective Division reviewed over 700 cases, resulting in 47 misdemeanor and felony arrests. That same year 48 juvenile cases were closed by arrest. The 2021 Metropolitan Enforcement Group annual report reveals that 119 cases were closed by arrests in DuPage County. This statistic was a 29.35% reduction from that of 2020. In 2020, about 2.5% (808) of inmates housed in state prisons were from DuPage County. About 523 of them were on parole. These inmates were guilty of homicide, sexual assault, robbery, burglary, theft, property damage, arson, and motor vehicle theft.
DuPage County Prison System
The Dupage County Sheriff’s Corrections Bureau oversees the prison system in the county. The DuPage County Correctional Center comprises two adjacent buildings totaling 430,000 square feet. Both buildings have 64 housing units with a total housing capacity of 997 detainees with 825 beds.
The DuPage County Correctional Center does not house juveniles. About 8,272 inmates' court appearances were coordinated by the facility in 2021. Additionally, about 926 people were taken into custody. That same year, about 2,550 inmates were transported to court and medical and dental facilities. About 6,613 detainees were processed by the jail.
How to Find an Inmate in DuPage County
A DuPage County resident can find an inmate online or in person at the Sheriff’s Office. Online requests can be made via the Inmate Search tool available on the website. With this tool, individuals can find inmates currently housed in the county jail. Information regarding released and most wanted inmates is also available on the website. In-person requests can be made by visiting the Sheriff’s Office during business hours at:
DuPage County Sheriff’s Office
501 N. County Farm Road,
Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: (630) 407-2255
How Does a DuPage County Inmate Search Work?
Per Illinois Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), inmate records in possession of law enforcement agencies can be accessed upon public request. Therefore, individuals, corporations, partnerships, firms, organizations, or associations can inspect or obtain copies of inmate records in DuPage County. However, some inmate records are not available for public disclosure. For instance, inmates' information whose disclosure will interfere with law enforcement proceedings, endanger lives or compromise the security of any correctional facility is deemed confidential. Below is the kind of information that can be found during a DuPage County inmate search:
- Inmate's first and last name
- Mugshot
- Booking date
- Personnel information (race, height, weight, hair color, and eye color)
- Bond information (case number and bond amount)
- Charge information (case number, count, charge description, and next court date)
- Holding information (agency name and bond amount)
Where to Find a DuPage County Inmate Locator
Requesters can find DuPage County Inmate Locator on the Sheriff’s Office website. A click on this Locator leads to a page where all the inmates housed in the county page are listed. There is also a search box where individuals can type an inmate's name or booking date to narrow their search.
One can also find an Inmate Locator on the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) website. This Locator can be used to retrieve information about individuals in custody. Record seekers can search by name, IDOC number, or birthdate. Search results typically reveal the following inmate information:
- Full name
- Mugshot
- Parent institution, status, and location
- Physical profile (date of birth, weight, hair color, sex, eye color, and height)
- Marks, scars, or tattoos
- admission/release/discharge information (admission date, projected parole, discharge dates, and last paroled date)
- Sentencing information ( class, count, offense, custody date, sentence, county, sentence discharged status)
The Federal Bureau of Prison (BOP) has an Imate Locator that can be used to find DuPage County inmates housed in federal prisons. A search can be conducted by number or name. With the Inmate Locator, interested persons can retrieve information like the inmate’s first and last name, register number, age, sex, race, and release date.
Requesters can also find inmate locators on third-party sites. However, they must know basic information about the inmate, like name, holding facility, date of birth, or jail number, to facilitate the search. Most times, requesters must pay small charges to complete inmate searches. Note that any inmate information retrieved from third-party sites cannot be used for official purposes.
How to Send Money to a DuPage County Inmate
DuPage County inmates have accounts where they receive money from family, friends, and loved ones. Money can be received by mail. However, individuals cannot send cash or checks by mail. Only money orders made payable to inmates are accepted by mail.
How to Visit a DuPage County Inmate
A DuPage County inmate is entitled to one 30-minute visit per week. However, inmates with Trustee status can have one 60-minute visit per week. Female inmates can be visited on Tuesdays (8 am to 11 a.m.) and Saturdays (8 a.m. to 11 a.m. & 1 to4:00 p.m). In contrast, male inmates can be visited Sundays and Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. & 1 to 4:00 p.m.). Visitors must register online or at the facility to schedule a visit with an inmate. A visit must be scheduled between one day and 10 days in advance. All visitors sign in to their accounts 15 minutes before the scheduled visit start time. The maximum number of people permitted to visit an inmate is 4, including minors. Adult visitors (17 years or older) must come to the facility with valid photo IDs. Acceptable forms of ID are state ID, driver’s license, passport or U.S Passport ID Card, and U.S Military ID. Minor visitors (under 17) must visit the facility in the company of an adult. Minors visitors must be registered under their Parents’ accounts. All regular visits are non-contact.
DuPage County jail will not allow visitors who are not properly dressed to visit inmates. All visitors must wear footwear and suitable clothing. Visits can be terminated or suspended for the following reasons:
- If visitors appear to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Refusal to obey jail visitation rules
- Smoking
- Obnoxious behavior
- Making gestures or wearing items that indicate gang affiliation
- Failure to maintain control of minors
- Refusal or inability to produce valid photo IDs
- Insufficient space at the facility
- Introducing or attempting to introduce contraband into the jail
- Wearing clothing with artwork or offensive slogans artwork
- Wearing halter-tops, bathing suits, and flimsy or see-through clothing
- Bring items like drugs, cigarettes, purses, food, bags, electronic device, gum, pocket knives, or publications
The DuPage County jail prioritizes professional (attorney and probation officers) visits over regular visits. Like regular visitors, professional visitors must present valid IDs. They can have contact visits with inmates after submitting to a pat search. Any professional who refuses to undergo a pat search may be advised to undergo a non-contact visit. Items taken into the contact booth must be searched, and no items must be given to inmates without inspection. Professional visitors can schedule a visit any day of the week between 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m., 1 to 4 p.m., and 6 p.m. to 7:30 pm.
Clergy visits are also allowed at DuPage County. The clergy must seek visitation approval from the Director of J.U.S.T. of DuPage at (630) 407-2201. Once approved, the clergy’s name and basic information will be kept on file until the inmate is released. Note that all Clergy visits are non-contact. Clergies can visit the jail any day of the week from 7:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Review the DuPage County Sheriff’s Office visitation page for more information on jail visitation.
How to Send Jail Mail in DuPage County
The DuPage County Sheriff’s Office allows inmates to maintain ties with their loved ones via mail. Incoming mail must be addressed as follows:
Inmate’s full name and IR number
P.O. Box 957
Wheaton, IL 60187-0957
Mail containing money orders must be made payable to the inmate. Only new books, magazines, and newspapers sent directly from the publisher or verified company are acceptable in jail. Books must be paperback or have a soft cover. Mail will be delivered to the inmates within 24 hours after receipt. Mail containing the following contrabands will be returned to the sender or placed in the inmate's property bag:
- Electronic devices
- Polaroid pictures
- Blank stationary or greeting cards
- Cash, credit cards, coins, phone cards, or checks
- Glitter, tape, stickers, glue, labels, or other adhesives
- Smoking materials
- Used books, newspapers, or magazine
- Mail that requires a delivery signature
Note that any mail addressed to a transferred or released inmate will be returned to the sender.
DuPage County Jails and Prisons
Below is the list of the names, addresses, and contact information of all the jail facilities, prisons, and detention centers in DuPage County:
Dupage County Jail
501 North County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: (630) 682-7256
Dupage County Juvenile Detention Center
420 North County Farm Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
Phone: (630) 407-6500
Dupage County Naperville City Jail
1350 Aurora Avenue
Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 420-6666
Will County Naperville City Jail
1350 Aurora Avenue
Naperville, IL 60540
Phone: (630) 420-6731
Illinois Youth Center Warrenville
30 W 200 Ferry Road
Warrenville, IL 60555
Phone: (630) 983-6231
