Nevada Jails & Prisons
Nevada operates 60 correctional facilities, including 27 state prisons and 27 county jails.
Nevada operates 60 correctional facilities through the Nevada Department of Corrections (NDOC), including 27 state prisons and 27 county jails. The state system houses approximately 11,500 inmates. High Desert State Prison in Indian Springs is the largest facility with over 4,100 beds. Other major facilities include Ely State Prison (maximum security), Southern Desert Correctional Center, and Northern Nevada Correctional Center in Carson City.
Nevada's county jails are operated by county sheriffs. Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas is one of the busiest booking facilities in the country given the volume of arrests in the Las Vegas metro area.
Nevada Inmate Search
To locate a state inmate in Nevada, use the NDOC Offender Search. For county jail inmates, contact the county sheriff's office — Clark County and Washoe County maintain online inmate lookups.
Visitation & Phone Calls
Visitation at Nevada state prisons requires prior approval and scheduling. Clark County Detention Center and other county facilities have independent phone and visitation systems.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I find an inmate in a Nevada prison or jail?
- For NDOC state inmates, use the Offender Search at ofdsearch.doc.nv.gov. For Clark County Detention Center, use the CCDC online inmate search. For other counties, contact the sheriff directly.
- How many people are incarcerated in Nevada?
- Nevada holds approximately 11,500 state inmates in NDOC facilities, plus thousands more in county jails including the high-volume Clark County Detention Center in Las Vegas.
- How do I send money to a Nevada state inmate?
- Contact NDOC or the specific facility for current deposit instructions. County jail deposit systems vary by facility.