Yates County Jail Inmate Search

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New York VINE searches county jails by first and last name and can alert you when someone’s status changes.

For a recent arrest, call the jail on 315-536-5175. Staff do not pass messages to people held there.

A Small Jail

The jail is part of the Yates County Public Safety Building at 227 Main Street, Penn Yan. The Sheriff’s Office puts its capacity at 61. The county legislature is reviewing a proposal to renovate or replace it, so check the address again before you travel if you hear news of a move.

Medical Questions

The Sheriff’s guide says health privacy law prevents staff from discussing someone’s medical issues with anyone else. Medical and mental health care are provided inside, and dental care is arranged as needed.

After Sentencing

Anyone sentenced to state prison moves into the DOCCS system and gets a DIN. Their property at the jail must be picked up within 10 days of the transfer, or it is disposed of after 30 days.

After You Find Them

Write down their full name. Pigeonly sends letters and photos to the Yates County Jail from your phone, with your name and return address on the envelope, which this jail needs.