Richland Jail Mugshots Lookup
Richland jail mugshots come from arrests made by the Richland Police Department in the Tri-Cities area of Benton County. Richland does not run its own jail, so arrestees are booked into the Benton County Jail in Kennewick. You can search for a Richland inmate booking record, arrest report, or jail mugshot through the county roster and the Richland Police records team. This page walks you through how to find Richland jail mugshots, what the arrest records hold, and who to call for a full case file.
Richland Overview
Richland Police Department
The Richland Police Department provides law enforcement for the city of Richland in Benton County. The department sits at 871 George Washington Way, Richland, WA 99352. The main line is 509-942-7340. Richland Police focus on community-oriented policing and serve the Tri-Cities area along with neighboring Kennewick and Pasco agencies.
When a person is arrested in Richland, the officer logs the charges and takes the person to the Benton County Jail for booking. At the jail, staff take the mugshot, fingerprints, and complete the intake. This creates the inmate booking record. The booking photo is part of that file and is a public record in most cases under the Washington Public Records Act, codified at RCW 42.56.
To request a full arrest report or police file, contact the Richland Police Records Division. Requests follow the state public records act. Note: Some fields like Social Security numbers and sensitive witness data are redacted per state law before release.
Benton County Jail Inmate Roster
The Benton County Jail inmate roster is the main online tool for finding a Richland jail mugshot.
The roster is updated throughout the day as new bookings come in.
You can search the roster by name or booking number. The tool shows charges, booking date, release info, and other inmate details. The jail holds Richland arrestees at 7122 W Quinault Avenue in Kennewick. Call 509-736-3113 for inmate inquiries. The roster is free and does not require a login.
The Benton County Sheriff's Office runs the jail and keeps the booking photos on file. For older mugshots that no longer show on the live roster, you can file a public records request with the sheriff. Nonconviction data has added limits under RCW 10.97.040, which is part of the state's criminal records privacy act.
Richland Booking Records
A Richland booking record usually holds the following pieces of info. Most of it is part of the public jail register under RCW 70.48.100, which defines what a jail must make public.
Typical booking record fields:
- Full name and date of birth
- Booking photo (mugshot)
- Date and time of arrest
- Arresting agency (Richland PD)
- Charge list and case number
- Bail or bond amount
- Court date and release info
The jail register is one of the most open parts of the state criminal records system. You can go in person to the Benton County Jail in Kennewick to see the daily log, or ask for a copy by mail. Fees for paper copies are set by county policy and are usually small.
Richland Court Records
Misdemeanor cases from Richland are filed in the Richland Municipal Court or the Benton County District Court. Felonies go to the Benton County Superior Court in Kennewick. You can look up cases by name or case number through the court clerk or the state online tool.
The Washington Courts website has a statewide case search for the public. It covers district, municipal, and superior courts across the state. The search returns the case number, current status, hearing dates, and charge info. Use it along with the Benton County roster to match a booking to a court case.
For conviction history, the WATCH system from the Washington State Patrol is the main source. It is a paid service but gives you statewide conviction data. Access and use are governed under RCW Chapter 10.97.
Get a Richland Arrest Record
To get a full Richland arrest record or jail mugshot copy, you file a public records request. You can mail, email, or drop off a written request at the Richland Police Department on George Washington Way. Include the person's name, date of birth, and the approximate arrest date. The more info you give, the faster the search.
What you usually receive:
- Arrest report with officer narrative
- Booking photo (if not sealed)
- Charging documents
- Case number and court info
Note: Requests for body-worn camera video must meet the rules under RCW 42.56.240(14), which protect some privacy interests tied to arrest records.
Victim Notification and DOC Search
Victims of a crime in Richland can sign up for VINELink, the free victim notification system. VINE sends alerts when an inmate is moved, released, or transferred. It is the fastest way to track a person in the Benton County Jail.
If the person was sentenced to state prison time, they will no longer show on the county roster. Instead, use the Washington Department of Corrections inmate search. DOC manages all long-term inmates in the state prison system. The online lookup is free and gives basic info on current custody status.
Benton County Jail Records
Richland sits in Benton County, and all Richland jail mugshots are part of the Benton County Jail record system. For the full view of the county sheriff, jail, and related lookup tools, visit the Benton County jail mugshots page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Richland. Each one has its own police agency serving the Tri-Cities area.