Gloucester County Booking Search
Gloucester County 72 hour booking records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office and available to the public under New Jersey open records law. What makes Gloucester County different is that it does not operate its own jail. Inmates arrested in Gloucester County are housed at facilities in neighboring counties. Booking records still originate from the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office in Woodbury and can be obtained through OPRA requests or online state resources.
Gloucester County Quick Facts
How Gloucester County Handles Bookings
Gloucester County is one of the few counties in New Jersey that does not maintain its own jail. When someone is arrested in Gloucester County, the booking process begins at the Sheriff's Office. The 72 hour booking record is created there. But the inmate is then transferred to a facility in another county for housing.
Male inmates from Gloucester County go to either the Salem County Jail at 856-769-4300 or the Cumberland County Jail at 856-453-4818. Female inmates are housed at the Camden County facility, reachable at 856-225-7632. This arrangement means that to find an inmate arrested in Gloucester County, you may need to contact one of these three facilities.
The Gloucester County Corrections Division can confirm custody status. Call 856-384-4630 for current information on where a specific inmate is being held.
Note: The booking record itself stays with Gloucester County regardless of where the inmate is housed.
Gloucester County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office handles arrest processing, court security, and records in Gloucester County. It is located at 2 South Broad Street in Woodbury. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. The main line is (856) 384-4600. For records specifically, call (856) 384-4625.
The Sheriff's Office creates and stores the 72 hour booking record for every arrest in Gloucester County. This record includes the individual's name, charges, booking date and time, bail amount, and the facility where they are being held. Staff can help you locate a record or direct you to the right department for your request.
| Sheriff's Office |
2 South Broad Street Woodbury, NJ 08096 Phone: (856) 384-4600 Records: (856) 384-4625 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Corrections Division | Phone: (856) 384-4630 |
72 Hour Booking Records via OPRA
Gloucester County offers an online OPRA portal for records requests. You create an account, enter your search criteria, pay any applicable fees, and receive records electronically. This is often the easiest way to get Gloucester County booking records without visiting the office in person.
Under N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1, the Open Public Records Act guarantees public access to government records in New Jersey. Gloucester County must respond to your request within 7 business days per N.J.S.A. 47:1A-5. Copy fees are set by statute: $0.05 per letter-size page and $0.07 per legal-size page.
Records you can obtain through OPRA for Gloucester County include the inmate roster, booking and arrest records, charges filed, mugshot photographs, bond and bail information, release dates, and housing assignments. Medical records, mental health data, disciplinary actions, security procedures, and Social Security numbers are not available to the public.
The New Jersey Government Records Council oversees the OPRA process. File a complaint there if Gloucester County denies your request without valid cause. Most booking record requests are routine and processed without issue.
Note: Expunged records under N.J.S.A. 2C:52-1 are permanently removed from public access and will not be released through OPRA.
Gloucester Booking and State Records
Because Gloucester County inmates are housed at other facilities, the state-level inmate search tool is particularly useful. The New Jersey Department of Corrections inmate finder covers state facilities. For county-level searches, contact the specific jail where the inmate is being held.
The New Jersey Government Records Council maintains a searchable database of OPRA-related records.
This statewide resource helps clarify what types of records are available and how the request process works across all New Jersey counties, including Gloucester County.
Gloucester County Court Records
After booking, criminal cases move to the Gloucester County Superior Court. The courthouse is at 70 Hunter Street in Woodbury. The phone number is (856) 686-7500. Public access terminals at the courthouse let you look up case information in person.
You can also search Gloucester County court cases online through the New Jersey Courts case search. This free tool covers criminal, civil, and family cases statewide. Enter a name or docket number to find case details that began with a Gloucester County arrest and booking.
The Gloucester County Clerk's office at 1 North Broad Street in Woodbury also handles property records, vital records, and other public documents. Phone: (856) 853-3237. They have extended hours on Wednesday until 6:30 PM. Email inquiries go to countyclerk@co.gloucester.nj.us.
Tracking Gloucester County Inmates
The VINE notification system is a free service that tracks custody status for inmates across New Jersey. Since Gloucester County inmates are held at partner facilities, VINE is a good way to get alerts about releases, transfers, and court appearances without calling multiple jails.
Register for VINE alerts by phone, email, or text. The system covers all participating facilities in the state. It is run by the state and costs nothing to use. This is useful for anyone who needs to stay informed about the status of a Gloucester County booking.
Gloucester County Most Wanted
The Gloucester County Sheriff's Office maintains a "Most Wanted" section on its website. This list features individuals with active warrants who have not yet been located and arrested. Information on the list typically includes a name, photograph, and the nature of the charges.
If a person on the most wanted list is found and arrested, a 72 hour booking record is created in Gloucester County. The individual is then transferred to one of the partner jail facilities. Tips about wanted individuals can be reported to the Sheriff's Office at (856) 384-4600.
The Mullica Hill Branch of the Gloucester County Library at 389 Wolfert Station Road also provides access to public records resources. Call 856-223-6000 for details on what is available.
Cities in Gloucester County
Gloucester County includes towns like Woodbury, Washington Township, Deptford, and Gloucester Township. All arrests within the county are processed through the Gloucester County Sheriff's Office. Booking records from any municipality in the county are stored there, even though inmates are housed at partner facilities.
Nearby Counties
Gloucester County borders three other counties. Because Gloucester County sends its inmates to neighboring jails, these counties are directly involved in the housing of Gloucester County arrestees.