Find Arrest and Booking Records in Le Flore County
Le Flore County police blotter records and inmate data come from the Le Flore County Sheriff's Office in Poteau, which operates one of the larger county jails in southeast Oklahoma. The facility holds up to 196 inmates at maximum security and maintains a public online roster for inmate lookups.
Le Flore County Overview
Le Flore County Sheriff's Office and Detention Facility
The Le Flore County Sheriff's Office is located at 100 S. Church Street in Poteau. The jail is a maximum security facility with 196 beds, one of the higher-capacity county lockups in the region. It serves Le Flore County and sometimes holds inmates from nearby counties under contract.
The average daily population runs around 98 inmates, giving the facility room to take in new arrests. Bookings at the jail include local arrests, court-ordered holds, and transfers from other agencies. All bookings generate a police blotter entry that may be available to the public.
| Office | Le Flore County Sheriff's Office |
|---|---|
| Address | 100 S. Church Street, Poteau, OK 74953 |
| Mailing | PO Box 129, Poteau, OK 74953 |
| Phone | (918) 647-3426 |
| Jail Phone | (918) 647-5013 |
| lcso400@hotmail.com | |
| Website | leflorecountyso.com |
Le Flore County Inmate Search and Booking Records
An online inmate roster is available for the Le Flore County Jail. You can search by name or booking number. Results list each inmate's name, charges, bond amount, booking date, and photo when available. The jail phone number for inmate inquiries is (918) 647-5013.
The roster is updated regularly so you can check it any time to see who is currently in custody. If you need to confirm whether a specific person was booked on a past date, calling the jail directly is the fastest approach.
JailExchange lists facility details and inmate search resources for the Le Flore County Jail in Poteau.
The 196-bed maximum security facility is a major booking hub for southeast Oklahoma and receives both local arrests and transfers from neighboring counties.
Note: The jail address for inmate mail is PO Box 40, Poteau, OK 74953. Always include the inmate's full name and ID number on any mail sent to the facility.
VINE Custody Notification Service
VINE tracks inmates held at the Le Flore County Jail and sends you an alert if they are released or moved. Register at VINELink.com or by calling 877-654-8463. The service does not charge a fee.
You can set up notifications via text, call, or email. VINE covers jails and prisons across Oklahoma, so if an inmate is transferred from Le Flore County to a state facility, VINE can still send updates on their status.
Requesting Le Flore County Police Blotter Data
Police blotter and arrest records from the Le Flore County Sheriff's Office are public records under Oklahoma Title 51. You can request them by calling (918) 647-3426, emailing lcso400@hotmail.com, or writing to PO Box 129, Poteau, OK 74953.
When you submit a request, include the name of the subject, the approximate date of the arrest, and any case or booking number you already have. The office will confirm what records exist and what, if anything, is restricted. Copy fees may apply for printed records.
Court cases from Le Flore County go through the 16th Judicial District. You can pull those case files using the Oklahoma State Courts Network at OSCN.net, which is free and covers most court types.
Statewide Oklahoma Records Databases
Le Flore County arrest records often tie into state-level systems. These free and paid tools give you more complete information on individuals with criminal records in Oklahoma.
- OSCN Docket Search - free statewide court case lookup
- ODCR.com - Oklahoma District Court Records, free
- Oklahoma DOC Offender Search - state inmates and parolees
- OSBI CHIRP Criminal History - official background reports, $15
- VINELink - inmate custody alerts, free
For cases involving state prison sentences, the DOC offender search will show current placement. CHIRP is the most comprehensive source for full criminal history, but it costs $15 per search.
Local Legal Resources in Le Flore County
If you have questions about a Le Flore County arrest or blotter entry, the Oklahoma Bar Association can refer you to a local attorney. Call 405-416-7000 to reach the referral service. Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma at 405-557-0020 may offer free help to eligible residents.
The Oklahoma Open Records Act at Title 51 Section 24A.8 spells out what public records agencies must provide and how long they have to respond. Knowing this law helps when an agency is slow to release records you have a right to see.
Nearby Counties
Le Flore County shares borders with several other southeast Oklahoma counties and the state of Arkansas.