Best Local Arrests Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.6 avg rating
20 free apps
Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good local arrests apps. We benchmark 248+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Local Arrests Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1MobilePatrol: Public SafetyMobilePatrol: Public SafetyFree2.0โ˜… (3.9K)YesNoNov 2026
2RPS-Inmate InfoRPS-Inmate InfoFree2.4โ˜… (109)NoNoOct 2026
3CRIME LocalCRIME LocalFree4.5โ˜… (456)YesNoOct 2026
4Busted In the USABusted In the USAFree2.1โ˜… (25)NoNoOct 2026
5NewsBreak: Local News & AlertsNewsBreak: Local News & AlertsFree4.8โ˜… (1.4M)YesYesNov 2026
6Arrest AlertArrest AlertFreeโ€”NoNoOct 2026
7BrightLoop LocalBrightLoop LocalFreeโ€”NoNoOct 2026
8Local EyesLocal EyesFreeโ€”โ€”NoOct 2026

Top Picks for Local Arrests

2.0๐Ÿ˜ž(3.9K ratings)
FreeAds
#41in News
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Access critical safety information, news, and alerts for your community. Receive updates from public safety agencies and law enforcement, report local issues, and view public records like sex offender registries and most wanted lists.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Useful for staying informed on local arrests
  • ๐Ÿš€ Provides quick access to inmate information

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› Frequent crashes and freezes
  • ๐Ÿ’ฉ Cluttered with too many ads
  • ๐Ÿšซ Inaccurate or missing information
  • ๐Ÿ” Difficult to navigate and find relevant data
2.4๐Ÿ˜ž(109 ratings)
Free
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Access comprehensive inmate information for your city or county, including booking details, mugshots, and release dates. Find nearby jails, view their hours, visitation rules, and get directions. Stay updated on recent arrests and releases.

What We Love

  • ๐Ÿ‘ Modern redesign appreciated
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Good flow when clicking around
  • ๐Ÿ‘ Helpful for seeing bookings and charges

Room to Improve

  • ๐Ÿ› App not working for weeks
  • ๐Ÿ› Showing zero inmates
  • ๐Ÿ› No inmates in jail
  • ๐Ÿ› Stuck on wrong locations
  • ๐Ÿ› Not showing current inmates
  • ๐Ÿ› Disappearing inmates
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't let you choose a state
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't have nearby counties
  • ๐Ÿ› Not showing information for weeks
  • ๐Ÿ› No way to give location
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't provide local jails
  • ๐Ÿ› Useless without location data
  • ๐Ÿ› Fails to find location
  • ๐Ÿ› Picks wrong state every time
  • ๐Ÿ› Lists do not update
  • ๐Ÿ› Back button issue after update
  • ๐Ÿ› Black background impacts visibility
  • ๐Ÿ› Not showing charges or photos
  • ๐Ÿ› Broken after update
  • ๐Ÿ› Background and font garbage
  • ๐Ÿ› Can't see charges or bond amounts
  • ๐Ÿ› Does not work most of the time
  • ๐Ÿ› Not showing charges
  • ๐Ÿ› Stuck in another state
  • ๐Ÿ› Does not work with new iPhone update
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't work at all after iOS update
  • ๐Ÿ› Doesn't open with new iOS update
  • ๐Ÿ› Limited counties to choose from
  • ๐Ÿ› No information pulls
  • ๐Ÿ› Crashing after opening
  • ๐Ÿ› Needs update for current iOS
  • ๐Ÿ› Won't let you see people in county
  • ๐Ÿ› Near useless
  • ๐Ÿ› Nothing in my state
  • ๐Ÿ› Limited databases
  • ๐Ÿ› State not displayed
  • ๐Ÿ› No one cares about distance
  • ๐Ÿ› User navigation could be improved
  • ๐Ÿ› Acronyms not defined
  • ๐Ÿ› Won't connect
  • ๐Ÿ› Brings up jails in other states
CRIME Local#3

CRIME Local by ReportSee Inc.

Stay informed, stay safe.
Worth Considering
๐Ÿ“ก News
4.5(456 ratings)
FreeAds
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This app aggregates crime news from verified police departments and news reports, mapping incidents and providing real-time updates relevant to your location. It aims to empower users with information for informed safety decisions and community well-being.

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FAQ about Local Arrests

What are the best local arrests apps for iPhone?
MobilePatrol: Public Safety tops our local arrests apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 2.0-star average from 3.9K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes โ€” 20 of the top local arrests apps we rank are free to download, including MobilePatrol: Public Safety and RPS-Inmate Info.
MobilePatrol: Public Safety shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 248+ local arrests apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.