Fairbanks Inmate Population Lookup
Fairbanks is Alaska's second-largest city, and its inmate population is held at the Fairbanks Correctional Center and managed by the Alaska Department of Corrections. This page covers how to search Fairbanks inmate records using VINE, CourtView, and public records requests, along with specific contact details for local law enforcement and the court system serving the Fairbanks area.
Fairbanks Overview
Fairbanks Correctional Center Inmate Population
The Fairbanks Correctional Center (FCC) is the primary detention facility for the Fairbanks inmate population. It sits at 1931 Eagan Avenue, Fairbanks, AK 99701. You can reach FCC directly at (907) 458-6700. The facility is operated by the Alaska Department of Corrections and holds both pretrial detainees and sentenced inmates. This is standard for Alaska's unified correctional system, where the state runs all detention facilities rather than counties or boroughs.
Fairbanks inmates may also be transferred to other DOC facilities around the state depending on their security level and programming needs. If someone you're looking for isn't at FCC, the VINELink system will show their current location statewide. VINE pulls directly from DOC records and updates in real time. Search by name or DOC ID number. The service is free, anonymous, and available at any hour.
You can also call VINE toll-free at 1-800-247-9763. TTY users can call 1-866-847-1298. The system will tell you where an inmate is held and let you register for automatic alerts if their custody status changes. This is especially useful for victims or family members tracking someone through the Fairbanks system.
VINELink is the fastest tool for confirming whether someone is in Alaska DOC custody, including at the Fairbanks Correctional Center. It works around the clock at no cost.
Note: FCC capacity changes regularly. Call (907) 458-6700 directly for current information on a specific Fairbanks inmate's housing status.
Fairbanks Police Department and Arrest Records
The Fairbanks Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the City of Fairbanks. FPD made 1,127 arrests in 2022, and those booking records feed directly into Alaska's statewide criminal records system. You can reach FPD at (907) 450-6500. The department handles patrol, investigations, and booking for people arrested within Fairbanks city limits.
For areas outside city limits in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska State Troopers handle law enforcement. Troopers dispatch in Fairbanks can be reached at (907) 451-5100. Both FPD and Troopers book arrestees into the same Alaska DOC system, so Fairbanks inmate records from either agency will appear in VINE and DOC databases.
The Fairbanks Police Department website provides contact information, service details, and guidance on requesting arrest and incident records for Fairbanks inmate population cases.
Arrest records generated by FPD are subject to the Alaska Public Records Act. A written request to the department will typically return incident reports and booking logs. You can also request records from the Fairbanks Clerk of Court at (907) 452-9289 for court-related documents tied to Fairbanks arrests.
Fairbanks Inmate Records Content and Access
When someone is booked into the Fairbanks Correctional Center or another Alaska DOC facility after arrest in Fairbanks, an inmate record is created. That record typically includes the person's full name, date of birth, physical description, and information about the charges they're held on. Social security numbers may be included in some administrative records but are generally not disclosed publicly.
Inmate records tied to Fairbanks bookings can be requested through the Alaska DOC administrative office. For formal criminal records, the Alaska DPS Records and Identification Bureau at 5700 East Tudor Rd, Anchorage, (907) 269-5767 handles official requests. A name check costs $20, and a fingerprint-based check costs $35. Both are authorized under Alaska Statute 12.62.160, which allows any person to request criminal justice information.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough also has local government records relevant to the area. The Fairbanks North Star Borough website can help you navigate public records requests at the borough level. Borough records might include information related to local law enforcement activity, public safety budgets, and records from borough-administered programs.
Alaska Public Records Act and Fairbanks Requests
All Fairbanks public records, including arrest logs and inmate records, are subject to the Alaska Public Records Act (AS 40.25.100-295). The law gives the public the right to inspect and copy most government records. Agencies must respond within 10 working days of receiving a written request.
To request records from the City of Fairbanks, send a written request identifying the specific records you want. For court records, contact the Fairbanks Clerk of Court at (907) 452-9289. For police records, send your request to the Fairbanks Police Department at (907) 450-6500. Each agency processes its own requests separately.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough site provides access to borough records, contact details for local offices, and guidance for public records requests connected to Fairbanks inmate population data.
Some records are exempt. Active investigations, juvenile cases, and certain victim information may be withheld. If an agency denies your request, they must explain what legal exception applies. The Reporter's Guide to Alaska Public Records gives a useful overview of the law and your rights under it.
Note: Requests sent to the wrong agency will be redirected but may delay your response. Identify the correct record-holding office before submitting.
CourtView and Fairbanks Court Records
Fairbanks court cases are handled by the Fourth Judicial District, which is one of Alaska's four main judicial districts. Alaska CourtView lets you search Fairbanks cases by name or case number at no cost. You can see charges, filing dates, hearing schedules, and case outcomes. CourtView covers the Fairbanks District Court and Superior Court, both of which handle Fairbanks criminal cases.
CourtView doesn't show real-time custody status, but it shows the full public court record. If someone has been charged in Fairbanks, the case will appear in CourtView once it's filed. For older closed cases, CourtView also stores historical records. The system is run by the Alaska Court System and is available online to anyone.
For copies of specific court documents, contact the Fairbanks Clerk of Court at (907) 452-9289. Document copies are available for a fee and can often be requested by mail if you can't visit in person.
VINE Notification and Fairbanks Inmate Tracking
The Alaska VINE program is free to use and covers all Alaska DOC facilities, including Fairbanks Correctional Center. You can register online or by phone to receive notifications when an inmate's status changes. This includes release from custody, transfer to another facility, or escape. Notifications come by phone call, text, or email depending on your preference.
VINE is anonymous. You don't need to explain who you are or why you're registering. The service is designed for crime victims but is open to anyone. DOC Victim Services can also be reached at 877-741-0741 for help with notification registration or questions about Fairbanks inmate status.
Fairbanks North Star Borough Inmate Population
Fairbanks falls within the Fairbanks North Star Borough, which covers the broader region around the city. The borough-level page has more detail on facilities, resources, and records access across the full Fairbanks North Star area.
Nearby Cities
Several communities near Fairbanks share access to the same correctional and law enforcement system.