Who to Call at Butler County Jail: Numbers for Inmate Info, Dispatch, and General Questions

For general questions and non-urgent info, start with the Butler County Sheriff's Office main administrative line: (513) 785-1000. This is the number to use when you're not sure which department you need, or when your question is routine rather than something requiring an immediate response in the field.

If your question is specifically about someone currently at the Corrections Center (the main jail), call the inmate information line at (513) 785-1345. This is the direct number for booking-related questions and basic status checks, so you won't get stuck bouncing between the wrong extensions.

For situations that need law enforcement, fire, or EMS dispatched in Butler County's service area, use dispatch. Not the jail or admin line. Call 9-1-1 for emergencies, meaning anything involving an immediate threat to life, safety, or property. For non-emergencies that still need a response (for example, a report that isn't actively life-threatening), call non-emergency dispatch at (513) 785-1300.

Need a quick response? Don't rely on email or online messages. Butler County Sheriff's Office email inboxes aren't monitored around the clock, so they're a poor choice for anything urgent. For time-sensitive but non-urgent questions, call the main administrative number at (513) 785-1000. If you need law enforcement, fire, or medical assistance dispatched, use 9-1-1 for emergencies or (513) 785-1300 for non-emergencies.

Calling Tips

• ✓ Inmate’s full legal name (spell it out if asked)
• ✓ Date of birth (or approximate age if you do not have DOB)
• ✓ Approximate booking date/time (if you know it)
• ✓ Your relationship to the person in custody (family, friend, attorney, etc.)
• ✓ A callback number where staff can reach you
• ✓ Pen and paper for names, times, and any reference numbers
• ✓ Patience for hold times, especially during busy hours

Even with the right number, you may not get every detail over the phone. Jail staff follow privacy and safety rules, so they can often only confirm limited information or point you toward the proper process for your request.