Macon County Arrest Records

Macon County mugshots and arrest records are maintained by the Macon County Sheriff's Office in Tuskegee, Alabama. This east central Alabama county has about 18,000 residents. The sheriff operates the county jail and processes all bookings for the area. Tuskegee serves as the county seat and is home to Tuskegee University. Macon County arrest records are public under Alabama law and available through the sheriff's office.

Macon County Sheriff's Office

The Macon County Sheriff's Office maintains all jail and arrest records for the county. Sheriff Andre Brunson runs the office. The sheriff's office is located in Tuskegee, the county seat.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone at (334) 724-0669. The office handles questions about inmates, bonds, and visitation. Standard business hours apply Monday through Friday.

Macon County is a rural county where the sheriff's office handles most law enforcement. They patrol the county, serve warrants, and manage the jail. Tuskegee has its own police department for the city limits.

How to Search Macon County Mugshots

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

To find mugshots in Macon County, try these options:

• Call the sheriff's office at (334) 724-0669
• Visit the sheriff's office in Tuskegee during business hours
• Submit a written open records request
• Use VINELink to check inmate custody status
• Check local news sources for arrest reports

When searching, have the person's full name ready. Date of birth helps narrow results for common names. Staff can tell you if someone is currently in custody and what their bond amount is.

Macon County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit along with Chambers, Randolph, and Tallapoosa counties. Circuit judges rotate between these counties to hear cases.

Macon County Jail

The Macon County Jail is in Tuskegee near the courthouse. This facility holds inmates waiting for trial and those serving shorter sentences. All arrests in the county get processed through this jail.

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

Bond amounts depend on the charges filed. Misdemeanors have set bond amounts in most cases. Felony bonds are set by a judge at the initial court appearance. Bail bondsmen in the area can assist if you need help posting bond.

Macon County has a relatively small jail population. Some inmates may be housed in other facilities through agreements with nearby counties. Call to confirm where someone is being held before visiting.

Are Macon County Mugshots Public

Yes. Mugshots in Macon County are public records. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 grants citizens the right to access public records. Arrest records and booking photos are included.

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

Some records have restrictions. Juvenile records are not public. Sealed or expunged records are unavailable. For a certified copy of an arrest record, ask about fees at the sheriff's office.

Keep in mind that an arrest does not equal a conviction. Court records on Alacourt Access show what happened after the arrest.

Macon County Court Records

Macon County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit. Court records and jail records are different things. Jail records show arrests while court records show the legal process afterward.

You can search Macon County court records on Alacourt Access. Each name search costs $9.99. This shows case filings, charges, pleas, and verdicts.

The Macon County Courthouse is in Tuskegee. Visit the court clerk to request case files or certified documents. The clerk's office keeps records of all cases filed in the county.

The 5th Judicial Circuit covers multiple counties including Macon, Chambers, Randolph, Tallapoosa, and parts of Lee County. Judges travel to each county courthouse as needed.

Cities in Macon County

Macon County has a few small cities and towns. All arrests end up at the county jail. Mugshots appear on the county roster regardless of where the arrest was made.

Tuskegee is the county seat and largest city. It is home to Tuskegee University. Other communities include Notasulga and Shorter. None meet the population threshold for separate pages, but all arrests are recorded through the Macon County Sheriff's Office.

Tuskegee has its own police department that handles calls within city limits. Arrests made by Tuskegee police are booked at the county jail.

Nearby Counties

If you cannot find someone on the Macon County roster, check nearby counties. The person may have been arrested elsewhere.

Search Macon County Records

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