Madison City Jail Roster Search
Madison jail roster records cover inmates from this growing city in north Alabama. This page is about the city of Madison, not Madison County as a whole. The city sits mainly in Madison County but extends west into Limestone County. When Madison Police make an arrest, most inmates go to Madison County Jail. The county sheriff posts an online roster you can search for free. Madison is part of the Huntsville metro area and has over 64,000 residents. The Madison Police Department keeps arrest reports on file and posts weekly updates on their website.
Madison City Quick Facts
Madison County Jail Holds City Inmates
The city of Madison is not the same as Madison County. The city is one of several places within the county. Huntsville is the county seat. Madison County Jail serves all cities in the county, including the city of Madison.
When Madison Police arrest someone, that person goes to the Madison County Jail. The jail is located in Huntsville at 815 Wheeler Avenue. The same facility serves Huntsville and other county towns. The Madison County Sheriff operates the jail and posts an online roster.
You can search the Madison County jail roster at madisoncountysheriffal.org. Click on the roster link. Enter the name of the person you want to find. Results show current inmates with booking facts. The system also has a 48-hour release roster showing who recently left custody.
The Madison County Sheriff can be reached at 256-722-7181 for non-emergency calls. The booking line is 256-519-4800 and runs 24 hours. Staff can help you find an inmate or answer questions about the jail roster.
Note: Do not confuse the city of Madison with Madison County. This page covers the city only.
Madison Police Department Records
The Madison Police Department handles law enforcement in the city. The main station is at 100 Hughes Road in Madison. Call 256-772-5689 for police matters. The department is dedicated to protecting the community.
Madison Police publish arrest reports on their website. Go to madisonal.gov and look for the police archive section. Arrest reports update weekly. Each report shows recent bookings with names and charges. Records are removed after three months per state expungement law.
The city does not operate a full jail. Madison Police process arrests and then transfer inmates to Madison County Jail. For short holds, people may stay in a city holding area. Most are at the county facility within hours. To find a Madison city inmate, check the Madison County jail roster.
Madison Municipal Court handles city ordinance violations. Minor offenses may result in fines rather than jail time. For more serious charges, cases go to Madison County courts. Contact Madison Municipal Court for questions about citations and minor matters.
How to Find Madison City Inmates
Searching for Madison jail roster records is simple. The Madison County Sheriff website is your main resource. Go to madisoncountysheriffal.org and click roster.
To search for a Madison city inmate, you should have:
- First and last name of the person
- Date of birth if available
- Approximate date of arrest
Enter the name in the search box. Results list matches from the current roster. Click a name to see more details. Each record shows booking date, charges, mugshot, and bond amount. The JAIL View system offers a detailed search option.
If you cannot find someone, check a few things. They might have bonded out. The roster updates often but not instantly. They could be at a different facility. For arrests in the Limestone County part of Madison, check that county jail. Call 256-722-7181 if you need help locating an inmate from Madison.
Madison Jail Roster Information
Alabama law sets what jail records must contain. Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 lists required facts for each inmate. The Madison County roster follows this law.
When you search for Madison city inmates, the roster shows:
- Inmate full name and aliases
- Age, gender, and race
- Booking date and time of arrest
- Arresting agency such as Madison Police
- Criminal charges on file
- Bond amount and type
- Mugshot or booking photo
The roster may show more facts. Court dates sometimes appear. Release dates show when someone left. The 48-hour release roster tracks recent discharges. This helps you see who has been let go from the Madison County jail.
Are Madison Jail Records Public
Yes. Jail records in Alabama are public. Madison city inmates appear in the Madison County jail roster, which anyone can view.
Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 gives residents the right to inspect public records. This is the state open records act. You do not need a reason to view jail rosters. The sheriff must make them available during office hours. Online access makes this easy.
Alabama Administrative Code 265-X-2-.03 requires reporting of arrests within 24 hours. After Madison Police book someone, the data goes to the state. The Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center collects this. This keeps state crime data current.
Some limits exist. Juvenile records stay sealed. Medical facts are private. Security details may be held back. But basic Madison jail roster booking data is always public.
Madison Extends Into Limestone County
Part of Madison sits in Limestone County. The city boundary crosses the county line to the west. If an arrest happens in that area, the inmate might go to Limestone County Jail instead of Madison County.
Limestone County has its own sheriff and jail. The county seat is Athens. For arrests in the Limestone County portion of Madison, check the Limestone County jail roster. The sheriff website has inmate information.
Most Madison arrests stay in Madison County though. The larger part of the city is in Madison County. Madison Police work closely with the Madison County Sheriff. If you search the Madison County roster first, you will find most Madison city inmates there.
Note: When in doubt, call Madison Police at 256-772-5689 to ask which jail holds a specific person.
Fees for Madison Jail Records
Viewing the Madison County jail roster online is free. The sheriff posts the inmate list at no charge. You can search for Madison city inmates as often as you want.
Fees apply for copies. Alabama Code Section 36-12-41 lets agencies charge reasonable rates. Most charge 50 cents to one dollar per page. Certified copies cost more. Contact the Madison County Sheriff for exact fees.
Madison Police may charge for detailed records. Call 256-772-5689 to ask about costs. In-person inspection of the jail book is free during business hours at the county sheriff office in Huntsville.
Look Up Madison Inmates Now
Use our search tool to find inmates from Madison city in the Madison County jail roster. Enter a name to find booking records, charges, and mugshots.
Madison Area County Jails
Madison city is served by two county sheriff offices. Visit these pages for full details on county jail rosters.
Note: Limestone County also serves part of Madison. Check both counties if you cannot find an inmate.
Nearby Alabama Cities
These major Alabama cities are near Madison. Each has jail roster resources through their county sheriff.