Search Bedford County Booking Releases and Roster
Bedford County booking releases are posted on the county's inmate roster, which is updated twice daily at the Bedford County Jail. Located at 200 South Juliana Street in Bedford, the facility serves the entire county and processes arrests from municipal police departments, the Bedford County Sheriff, and state police. Bedford County booking releases include the booking photograph, date of birth, charges, bail amount, and scheduled court date for each person in custody. Searching by name or booking number returns current and recent records.
Bedford County Jail Quick Facts
Bedford County Jail Facility Information
The Bedford County Jail sits at 200 South Juliana Street in Bedford, Pennsylvania. General inquiries and custody calls go to 814-623-4835. The administrative offices for the broader county campus are located at 425 South Juliana Street, reachable at 814-623-8800 with a fax at 814-623-0231. Sheriff Howard Ray Sayers oversees the county's law enforcement operations, which include arrest processing and inmate transport.
The inmate roster at the Bedford County Jail is updated each morning and evening. This twice-daily refresh ensures that people recently booked or released are reflected in the public record quickly. You can search the roster by name or booking number, and each result displays the individual's booking photo, date of birth, current charges, bail status, and the date of their next court appearance.
Visitation at the Bedford County Jail takes place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Visitors must bring a valid photo ID, and they should confirm the current visit schedule by calling the facility before arriving. The facility allows family and approved contacts to stay connected with individuals in custody during their pre-trial or sentenced period.
| Jail Address | 200 S. Juliana Street, Bedford, PA 15522 |
|---|---|
| Jail Phone | 814-623-4835 |
| Admin Phone | 814-623-8800 |
| Sheriff | Howard Ray Sayers |
| RTKL Office | County Commissioners, 200 S. Juliana Street Suite 100, Bedford, PA 15522 |
| RTKL Phone | 814-623-4815 |
Bedford County Booking Release Record Contents
Every entry in the Bedford County booking release database captures a standard set of information gathered at intake. The record begins with the person's full legal name, date of birth, and physical description. A booking photograph is taken at the time of intake and becomes part of the permanent record. A unique booking number ties all documents related to that arrest together.
The charges section of a Bedford County booking release lists every count filed against the individual at the time of booking along with the relevant statute. Bail information shows the amount set by the magisterial district court and any conditions attached to release. If bail has not been posted or if the person was denied bail, that status is reflected in the record. Court dates are noted as scheduled, though they may change as the case moves through the system.
Note: Court dates shown in booking records are preliminary and subject to change. Always confirm upcoming appearances through the UJS Court Portal before acting on date information from a booking entry.
Accessing Bedford County Records Online
The Bedford County official website provides contact information for county departments and links to resources for accessing public records. The county site is the best starting point for confirming current contact information and identifying the correct office for your specific request.
The Bedford County website connects visitors to jail contacts, court offices, and the county's right-to-know procedures through a single organized portal.
The county's web portal makes it straightforward to locate jail phone numbers, court contacts, and the Right-to-Know filing process without multiple separate searches.
For case-level records beyond the booking entry, the UJS Court Portal tracks every docket entry in Bedford County Court of Common Pleas cases. Searching by name or docket number returns full case histories. The portal is particularly useful for tracking the outcome of charges that originated with a Bedford County arrest.
Bedford County Courts and Magistrate Districts
Bedford County is served by the Court of Common Pleas under President Judge Thomas S. Ling. Three magisterial district courts handle preliminary hearings and arraignments throughout the county. District Judge Kathy Calhoun can be reached at 814-623-8932. District Judge Brian K. Baker handles cases in the 814-733-4350 district. District Judge Robert E. Latchford covers his district at 814-839-4195.
At the preliminary arraignment, the magisterial district judge sets bail and schedules the preliminary hearing. This first court appearance typically happens within hours of a booking. The bail amount and conditions set at this stage become part of the Bedford County booking release record. A bail reduction hearing can be requested later if the initial amount presents a hardship, and any change is reflected in updated case records.
Drug Court and Mental Health Court are available in Bedford County for qualifying individuals. These programs provide an alternative path that prioritizes treatment and compliance over incarceration. Eligibility is determined by the prosecutor and the court, and not every arrest qualifies for diversion. Participation details appear in court records rather than in the basic booking entry.
Filing a Right-to-Know Request in Bedford County
Pennsylvania's 65 P.S. § 67.101 et seq. gives every person the right to request government records including Bedford County jail booking data. Formal written requests should go to the County Commissioners at 200 South Juliana Street, Suite 100, Bedford, PA 15522. Call 814-623-4815 with questions about the process before submitting.
The agency has five business days to respond to a complete request. Standard copies are $0.25 per page plus postage when mailing is requested. Certified copies are $5 each. If the county denies your request, you have 15 business days to appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records. Advance notice is recommended before arriving at the office in person to review records, as some documents require retrieval from storage.
Adult arrest records in Pennsylvania are retained for a minimum period before any destruction can occur, giving requesters a meaningful window for historical research. The PATCH system provides certified criminal history reports for individuals convicted in Pennsylvania courts, drawing from statewide conviction data rather than county booking logs.
Note: Booking records and criminal history reports are separate documents that serve different purposes. A booking record shows an arrest; a PATCH report reflects final convictions only.
Medical Services and Inmate Health
The Bedford County Jail provides on-site nursing staff to address routine health needs for individuals in custody. A physician is available on-call for situations that require medical evaluation beyond nursing scope. Mental health counseling is delivered through county services and covers both acute crises and ongoing treatment needs for individuals with documented mental health conditions.
These health services fulfill the legal obligation to provide adequate care to people in custody and also serve a practical role in keeping the facility population stable and safe. Individuals with chronic conditions, prescription needs, or mental health histories should make those needs known at booking so that appropriate care arrangements can be made promptly.
Nearby Pennsylvania Counties
These neighboring counties also maintain public booking release records. Each county jail operates under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law.