Escambia County Inmate Search

Escambia County mugshots and arrest records are kept by the Escambia County Sheriff's Office in south Alabama near the Florida border. The county seat is Brewton. Sheriff Heath Jackson runs the department and jail operations. Escambia County has an online jail roster through JailTracker where you can search for current inmates with mugshots. The county is part of the 21st Judicial Circuit, and all booking photos are public records under Alabama law.

Escambia County Sheriff's Office

The Escambia County Sheriff's Office handles all jail and arrest records for the county. Sheriff Heath Jackson leads the office. The main address is 316 Court Street, Brewton, AL 36426.

Reach the sheriff's office by phone at (251) 809-2142. Call during regular business hours for records requests. The staff can help with inmate searches and arrest information.

The sheriff's website at escambiacountysheriffal.org has the online inmate roster, warrant info, and contact details for all divisions.

How to Search Escambia County Mugshots

Escambia County has an online jail roster. Visit escambiacountysheriffal.org/roster.php to search for current and released inmates. The JailTracker system is free to use.

Ways to search for mugshots in Escambia County:

• Search by first and last name online
• Browse the full inmate roster
• Sort by booking date for recent arrests
• View released inmates too
• Call the sheriff's office for more details

The online roster shows mugshots, names, and booking information. Click on any name to see charges, bond amounts, and other case details. The system updates as people are booked in and released.

Note: There is also an Escambia County in Florida right next door. Make sure you are searching Alabama Escambia County records if that is where the arrest happened.

Escambia County Jail

The Escambia County Jail is run by the sheriff's office in Brewton. It holds inmates awaiting trial and those with sentences of two years or less. Longer sentences go to state prison.

The jail processes arrests from sheriff's deputies, Brewton Police, Atmore Police, and other local agencies. The Poarch Band of Creek Indians also has police near Atmore, but those arrests typically go through the county system.

Visitation at the jail has set hours. Contact the jail for the current schedule. You may need to be on an approved visitor list. Video visitation might also be available.

Bond can be posted at the jail around the clock. The amount depends on the charges. Bail bondsmen in the area can help if you don't have the full cash amount.

Are Escambia County Mugshots Public

Yes. Mugshots in Escambia County are public records. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 gives citizens the right to view public records. This includes arrest records and booking photos.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a public record of all inmates. This record must have names, charges, and booking dates. Anyone can inspect it during business hours. That is why Escambia County has an online roster.

Some records are restricted. Juvenile records are sealed. Expunged records are not available. If you need certified copies, there may be a fee. Contact the sheriff's office for details.

Remember that an arrest record does not mean guilt. Check court records on Alacourt Access to see case outcomes.

Escambia County Court Records

Escambia County is part of the 21st Judicial Circuit. Court records are different from jail records. The jail shows who was arrested. Courts show what happened with the case.

Search Escambia County court records on Alacourt Access. The cost is $9.99 per name search. Results show case filings, charges, pleas, and verdicts. Mugshots are not in court records.

The Escambia County Courthouse is in Brewton. You can also visit the court clerk in person to request records. Bring ID and be ready to pay any copy fees.

Nearby Counties

If you cannot find someone on the Escambia County roster, check nearby counties. They may have been arrested in another jurisdiction.

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