Marshall County Jail Records

Marshall County mugshots and arrest records are handled by the Marshall County Sheriff's Office in Guntersville, Alabama. This north-central Alabama county has around 97,000 residents. The sheriff runs the county jail and processes all bookings for arrests in the area. Guntersville is the county seat situated on Lake Guntersville. Marshall County arrest records are public under Alabama law.

Marshall County Sheriff's Office

The Marshall County Sheriff's Office maintains all jail and arrest records for the county. Sheriff Phil Sims runs the office. The main address is 423 Blount Avenue, Guntersville, AL 35976.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone at (256) 582-2034. The office handles questions about inmates, bonds, and visitation. Normal business hours apply.

The sheriff's website at marshallcosheriff.com has information about jail services and inmate lookup. You can find details about posting bond, visitation rules, and how to send money to inmates.

How to Search Marshall County Mugshots

Marshall County provides access to inmate information through their sheriff's office. Check their website for roster details or contact them directly for specific questions.

To find mugshots in Marshall County, try these options:

• Check the sheriff's office website for online roster
• Call the jail at (256) 582-2034
• Visit the sheriff's office in Guntersville during business hours
• Submit a public records request in writing
• Use VINELink to check custody status

When searching, have the person's full name and date of birth if possible. This helps narrow results for common names. Staff can confirm custody status and bond amounts.

Marshall County is part of the 27th Judicial Circuit. This circuit serves only Marshall County, so all court cases are handled locally in Guntersville.

Marshall County Jail

The Marshall County Jail is located in Guntersville. This facility holds inmates awaiting trial and those serving sentences under one year. All arrests in the county get processed through this jail.

The jail provides services for inmates including meals, medical care, and phone access. Visitation is available on scheduled days. Contact the jail for the current visitation schedule as it may change.

Bond amounts depend on the charges. Misdemeanors usually have set bond amounts that the jail can tell you. Felony bonds are set by a judge at the initial appearance. Bail bondsmen in the area can help post bond.

Marshall County has a larger jail population than many rural counties due to its population of nearly 100,000. The facility handles arrests from multiple cities and towns throughout the county.

Are Marshall County Mugshots Public

Yes. Mugshots in Marshall 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 maintain a public record of inmates. This must include names, charges, and booking dates. Anyone can view this during office hours.

Some records are restricted. Juvenile records are private. Sealed or expunged records are also unavailable. For a certified copy of an arrest record, ask the sheriff's office about fees.

An arrest record does not mean someone was convicted. Check court records on Alacourt Access to see how the case was resolved.

Marshall County Court Records

Marshall County is part of the 27th Judicial Circuit. Court records and jail records are different. The jail shows arrests while the court shows what happened in the legal process.

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

The Marshall County Courthouse is in downtown Guntersville. You can visit the court clerk to request case files or certified documents. The clerk's office maintains all court records.

The 27th Circuit serves only Marshall County. This means local judges handle all cases rather than traveling between multiple counties like some circuits.

Cities in Marshall County

Several cities in Marshall County have their own police departments. But all arrests go to the county jail. Mugshots appear on the county roster.

Guntersville is the county seat. Other cities include Albertville (the largest by population), Boaz, Arab, and Grant. None currently meet the population threshold for individual city pages, but all arrests show up on the Marshall County jail roster.

Albertville and Arab have active police departments that handle calls within their city limits. When someone is arrested by city police, they are transported to the county jail for booking.

Nearby Counties

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

Search Marshall County Records

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