Prison inmate records

[fml]

where can I find prison inmate records

[mikewith]

5029 says "I don't think this information is available until 100 years after the date" while andy hughes adds ": I doubt very much if such information is in the public domain - access to such sensitive information has all kinds of civil liberties implications, so I guess the short answer is that you won't be able to find such a list."

[knowall]

.....now if you were in the USA its all on the internet.....well some states do........check out http://www.tdcj.state.tx.us/ it's fascinating!

[fml]

any suggestions as to feasibly of Home Office access, or other re: prison inmate records? Thanks..

[mikewith]

I've checked this out with the Prison Service and can confirm that, due to the Data Protection Act, it's not possible for inmate records to be checked online or held in public view. There is something called the Prisoner Location Service, which you can use to trace someone you think might be in prison.They forward your letter to the prisoner and it is at his/ her discretion whether they reply. Write to
Prisoner Location Service
PO Box 2152,
Birmingham,
B15 1SD
More at this website: http://www.hmprisonservice.gov.uk/assistance/dynpa
ge.asp?Page=167