Looking for someone in Nome County, Alaska? This guide explains how to check Nome County jail records, contact the facility, and understand booking and bail in Nome County, Alaska — using official government sources when available.
After booking into Nome County jail, a judge typically sets bail at arraignment (often within 24–72 hours). Families often work with a licensed bail bondsman. A common commercial bond fee is about 10% of the bail amount (non-refundable). Example: $10,000 bail → roughly $1,000 premium, subject to local rules.
If the person cannot afford bail, they may request a reduction hearing or public defender.
For hearing schedules, contact the Nome County court.
Policies vary. Before visiting Anvil Mountain Correctional Center, confirm:
Typical steps after arrest in Nome County:
For status, bail, visitation, or medical questions, contact Alaska Department of Corrections directly.
Start with the official Nome County inmate roster. You can also call Alaska Department of Corrections at (907) 443-2287. Online records often lag booking by a few hours.
Contact Alaska Department of Corrections at (907) 443-2287. Facility address on file: 100 Anvil Mountain Road, Nome, AK 99762.
Booking commonly takes 2–8 hours depending on volume at Anvil Mountain Correctional Center. Weekends and holidays can delay when a name appears in any published system. If urgent, call the facility directly rather than waiting on a website refresh.
Usually yes if the person is eligible and the facility is accepting visits. The main facility listed is Anvil Mountain Correctional Center at 100 Anvil Mountain Road, Nome, AK 99762. Bring government photo ID and confirm hours and dress code with Alaska Department of Corrections before you go. Video visitation may be offered.
They may have been released, transferred, or booked under a different name spelling. Check Alaska Department of Corrections and the Federal BOP locator for federal custody. Then call Alaska Department of Corrections to confirm.
Ask Anvil Mountain Correctional Center which commissary vendor they use (often JPay, Securus, or Access Corrections) when you call (907) 443-2287. Limits and fees vary by facility — confirm before sending money.