How do I look up an inmate in Delaware?

Use the official Delaware Department of Correction inmate locator at https://doc.delaware.gov/VINELink. NmateFinder links you directly to that system — type the inmate's name on the official site to view records.

How many state prisons does Delaware operate?

Delaware operates 5 state-run adult prison facilities listed on this page. The full official directory is on the Delaware Department of Correction website.

Are county jail records part of the Delaware DOC search?

No. Delaware has a unified state-run correctional system. Delaware has 3 counties — each county jail roster must be searched on its own sheriff or detention center website.

Can I send mail to a Delaware state inmate?

Yes. Mail must include the inmate's full legal name and ID, plus the correct facility address. Always verify mail rules with the specific facility before sending — policies vary by security level.

Delaware Inmate Search

Official inmate lookup tools, 5 state prisons, all 3 county jail directories, mailing rules, and verified DOC links for Delaware.

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Delaware Department of Correction

Official inmate locator for individuals in Delaware state custody.

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State Prisons in Delaware

5 state-operated adult correctional facilities. Inmate searches go through the single statewide DOC locator above.

James T. Vaughn Correctional Center

Smyrna, DE

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Sussex Correctional Institution

Georgetown, DE

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Howard R. Young Correctional Institution

Wilmington, DE

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Baylor Women's Correctional Institution

New Castle, DE

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Sussex Community Corrections Center

Georgetown, DE

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Need full directory details (addresses, phone numbers, visitation)? View official DE DOC facility directory →

County Jails in Delaware

All 3 Delaware counties. Delaware has a unified state-run correctional system. Click any county to find its sheriff's official inmate roster.

Sheriff links open a Google search for the official county roster. Each sheriff's office operates its jail independently from the state DOC system. State slug: delaware

Mailing Guidance

Use the inmate's full legal name and ID. Always verify mail rules with the specific facility.

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Visitation

Visitation rules vary by facility and security level. Check the official DOC site for schedules, approved visitor lists, and ID requirements.

Deposits / Money

Most states use approved third-party providers for inmate trust deposits. Always verify the official link from the DOC website.

How Delaware's correctional system works

Delaware maintains a state-level Department of Corrections that holds individuals sentenced to longer terms. County and city jails operate independently from the state system. Federal inmates are not housed in state facilities — search the BOP locator instead.

Last verified: April 27, 2026 · Always confirm details on the official source.

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