Marion County Mugshots Search

Marion County mugshots and arrest records are maintained by the Marion County Sheriff's Office in Hamilton, Alabama. This northwest Alabama county has about 29,700 residents. The sheriff operates the county jail and handles all booking for arrests in the area. Hamilton serves as the county seat. Marion County jail records are public under Alabama law and can be requested through the sheriff's office.

Marion County Sheriff's Office

The Marion County Sheriff's Office keeps all jail and arrest records for the county. Sheriff Kevin Williams runs the office. The main office is located in Hamilton.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone at (205) 921-2101. The office handles questions about inmates, bonds, and visitation schedules. Normal business hours apply Monday through Friday.

Marion County borders Mississippi to the west. The sheriff's office handles law enforcement for the county, including patrols, investigations, warrants, and jail operations.

How to Find Marion County Arrest Records

Marion County provides inmate information through their sheriff's office. Contact them directly for current roster details or specific inquiries about inmates.

To find mugshots in Marion County, try these options:

• Call the sheriff's office at (205) 921-2101
• Visit the office in Hamilton during business hours
• Submit an open records request in writing
• Use VINELink to check inmate custody status
• Check local news sources for arrest reports

Have the person's full name when you call. A date of birth helps narrow results. The jail staff can confirm if someone is in custody and give you bond information.

Marion County is part of the 25th Judicial Circuit along with Winston County. The two counties share court resources including judges and prosecutors.

Marion County Jail

The Marion County Jail is in Hamilton near the courthouse. This facility holds inmates awaiting trial and those with sentences under one year. All arrests in the county get booked here.

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

Bond amounts depend on charges. Misdemeanors typically have set bond amounts. Felony bonds are determined by a judge at the initial appearance. Bail bondsmen in the area can help post bond if needed.

Marion County has a moderate jail population for its size. The facility handles local arrests as well as inmates being held for court appearances in the 25th Circuit.

Are Marion County Mugshots Public

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

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 are restricted. Juvenile records are not public. Sealed or expunged records are also unavailable. If you need a certified copy of an arrest record, ask about fees at the sheriff's office.

An arrest does not equal a conviction. Check court records on Alacourt Access to see case outcomes and final dispositions.

Marion County Court Records

Marion County is part of the 25th Judicial Circuit. Court records are different from jail records. Jail records show arrests while court records show what happened in the legal process.

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

The Marion County Courthouse is in Hamilton. You can visit the court clerk to request case files or certified documents. The clerk's office maintains records of all cases filed in the county.

The 25th Circuit includes Marion and Winston counties. Judges rotate between the two counties to handle cases.

Cities in Marion County

Marion County has several small cities and towns. All arrests go to the county jail. Mugshots are on the county roster.

Hamilton is the county seat and largest city. Other communities include Winfield, Guin, Hackleburg, and Bear Creek. None meet the population threshold for individual city pages, but all arrests appear in the Marion County jail roster.

Hamilton and Winfield have their own police departments. Arrests made by city police are booked at the county jail and appear on the same roster as county arrests.

Nearby Counties

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

Search Marion County Records

Use the search tool below to find mugshots and arrest records in Marion County, Alabama.