Multnomah County Jail
Oregon
Multnomah County Detention Center
The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office runs the county's jails, the Multnomah County Detention Center in downtown Portland and Inverness Jail in northeast Portland.
- Address
- 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
- Phone
- 503-988-4300
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.mcso.us/
- Inmate search
- https://apps.mcso.us/paid
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How to find an inmate
Use the Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Public Access Inmate Data (PAID) roster to check whether someone is held at the Multnomah County Detention Center or Inverness Jail in Portland. If the person does not appear, call the Sheriff's Office with their full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the Oregon Department of Corrections Offender Search.
Visitation
Visits at Multnomah County jails follow Sheriff's Office rules, and visitors usually must schedule in advance and bring valid photo ID. Some visits may be by video. Confirm current visiting options, scheduling, and rules on the MCSO website or by calling the facility before you go.
Bail and bond
Oregon uses security release, often a percentage of the full amount set by the court, and commercial bail bonds are not used in Oregon. Check the inmate's release conditions and security amount on the roster or by calling the Sheriff's Office. Ask the Sheriff's Office where and how payment is accepted.
Mail and money
Mail must be addressed with the inmate's full name and booking or SWIS number and must follow MCSO mail rules. Money can be added to an inmate's account through Sheriff's Office approved methods. Check the MCSO website or call the facility for the current mailing address, deposit options, and any fees.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Multnomah County Detention Center?
Search the MCSO PAID inmate roster at mcso.us. You can also call the Sheriff's Office at 503-988-4300 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Multnomah County Detention Center?
It is at 1120 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204. Inverness Jail is a separate facility in northeast Portland.
How do I post bail in Multnomah County?
Oregon uses court-set security release instead of commercial bail bonds. Contact the Sheriff's Office to confirm the amount and the accepted payment methods.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Multnomah County Detention Center?
Yes, through Sheriff's Office approved deposit methods. Check mcso.us or call the facility for current options and fees.