Find Lowndes County Mugshots

Lowndes County mugshots and arrest records are handled by the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office in Hayneville, Alabama. This rural central Alabama county has about 9,700 residents, making it one of the smaller counties in the state. The sheriff operates the county jail and processes all bookings. Hayneville serves as the county seat. Lowndes County arrest records are public under Alabama law.

Lowndes County Sheriff's Office

The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office maintains all jail and arrest records for the county. Sheriff Christopher West runs the office. The office is located in Hayneville, the county seat.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone at (334) 548-2151. The office handles questions about inmates, bonds, and visitation. They are open during normal business hours Monday through Friday.

Lowndes County is a small rural county, so the sheriff's office handles most law enforcement duties. They patrol the roads, respond to calls, serve warrants, and run the county jail. The office works closely with state troopers who patrol the highways.

How to Find Lowndes County Arrest Records

Lowndes County provides inmate information through their sheriff's office. Contact them directly for current roster details or questions about someone in custody.

To find mugshots in Lowndes County, use these methods:

• Call the sheriff's office at (334) 548-2151
• Visit the sheriff's office in Hayneville during business hours
• Submit a written public records request
• Use VINELink to check custody status
• Check local news for recent arrest reports

When looking for someone, have their full name ready. A date of birth helps if the name is common. Staff can tell you if the person is in custody and their bond amount.

Lowndes County is part of the 2nd Judicial Circuit along with Butler and Crenshaw counties. Court cases may involve judges and prosecutors who work across multiple counties in the circuit.

Lowndes County Jail

The Lowndes County Jail is in Hayneville near the courthouse. This small facility holds inmates awaiting trial and those with short sentences. The jail processes all arrests made in the county.

The jail provides basic services including meals, medical care when needed, and phone access. Visitation is available on certain days. Call ahead to check the current schedule.

Bond amounts depend on the charges. Misdemeanors usually have set bond amounts. Felony bonds are set by a judge at the initial appearance. Bail bondsmen operate in the area if you need help posting bond.

Due to the small size of the county, the jail has limited capacity. Some inmates may be housed in neighboring county facilities through agreements. Call to confirm where someone is being held.

Are Lowndes County Mugshots Public

Yes. Mugshots in Lowndes County are public records. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 gives citizens the right to access public records. Arrest records and booking photos fall under this law.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the sheriff to keep a public record of inmates. This includes names, charges, and booking dates. Anyone can view this record during office hours.

Some records are restricted. Juvenile records are private. Sealed or expunged records are not available. For a certified copy of an arrest record, ask the sheriff's office about fees.

An arrest does not mean a conviction. Check court records on Alacourt Access to see how a case was resolved.

Lowndes County Court Records

Lowndes County is part of the 2nd Judicial Circuit. Court records and jail records are different. Jail records show arrests while court records show what happened in the legal process.

You can search Lowndes County court records on Alacourt Access. The fee is $9.99 per name search. This shows case filings, charges, pleas, and verdicts.

The Lowndes County Courthouse is in Hayneville. You can visit the court clerk in person to request records. The clerk's office handles case files and certified copies.

The 2nd Judicial Circuit covers Lowndes, Butler, and Crenshaw counties. Circuit judges travel between the counties to handle cases. This is common in rural Alabama where individual counties cannot support a full-time court.

Cities in Lowndes County

Lowndes County is mostly rural with small towns. All arrests go to the county jail. Mugshots appear on the county roster.

Hayneville is the county seat with a population under 1,000. Other small towns include Fort Deposit, Lowndesboro, and Mosses. None meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All arrest records are available through the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office.

Most law enforcement in Lowndes County is provided by the sheriff's office. The small towns do not have their own police departments. State troopers also patrol the highways.

Nearby Counties

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

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