Monroe County Arrest Records

Monroe County mugshots and arrest records are kept by the Monroe County Sheriff's Office in Monroeville, Alabama. This southwest Alabama county has about 20,000 residents. The sheriff runs the county jail and handles booking for all arrests in the area. Monroeville serves as the county seat and is known as the hometown of author Harper Lee. Monroe County arrest records are public under Alabama law.

Monroe County Sheriff's Office

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office handles all jail and arrest records for the county. Sheriff Thomas Boatwright runs the office. The office is located in Monroeville.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone at (251) 575-2963. The office handles questions about inmates, bonds, and visitation. Normal business hours apply Monday through Friday.

Monroe County is a rural county where the sheriff's office handles most law enforcement. They patrol the roads, investigate crimes, serve warrants, and manage the county jail.

How to Find Monroe County Arrest Records

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

To find mugshots in Monroe County, use these methods:

• Call the sheriff's office at (251) 575-2963
• Visit the office in Monroeville during business hours
• Submit a written public records request
• Use VINELink to check custody status
• Check local news sources for 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 someone is in custody and their bond amount.

Monroe County is part of the 35th Judicial Circuit along with Conecuh County. Circuit judges serve both counties and travel between courthouses as needed.

Monroe County Jail

The Monroe County Jail is in Monroeville near the courthouse. This facility holds inmates awaiting trial and those serving sentences under one year. All arrests in the county get processed here.

The jail provides basic services including meals, medical care, and phone access. Visitation happens on scheduled days. Call the jail for the current visitation schedule.

Bond amounts depend on the charges. Misdemeanors usually have preset bond amounts. Felony bonds are set by a judge at the initial appearance. Local bail bondsmen can help if you need to post bond.

Monroe County has a smaller jail population due to the rural nature of the county. The facility handles local arrests and inmates held for court in the 35th Circuit.

Are Monroe County Mugshots Public

Yes. Mugshots in Monroe 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 includes names, charges, and booking dates. Anyone can view this during office hours.

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

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

Monroe County Court Records

Monroe County is part of the 35th Judicial Circuit. Court records are separate from jail records. The jail shows arrests while the court shows what happened in the legal process.

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

The Monroe County Courthouse is in Monroeville. This historic courthouse was the inspiration for the courthouse in "To Kill a Mockingbird." You can visit the court clerk to request records.

The 35th Circuit serves Monroe and Conecuh counties. Judges travel between the two counties to handle cases.

Cities in Monroe County

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

Monroeville is the county seat and largest town. Other communities include Frisco City, Excel, and Beatrice. None meet the population threshold for individual city pages. All arrest records are available through the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.

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

Nearby Counties

If you cannot find someone on the Monroe County roster, check nearby counties. They may have been arrested elsewhere.

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