Choctaw County Jail Roster
Choctaw County jail roster searches require a different approach than most counties. The Choctaw County Jail closed on July 17, 2019. Since then, people arrested in Choctaw County are taken to neighboring facilities. The Sheriff's Office can tell you where a specific inmate is held. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, jail records remain public even when inmates are housed elsewhere. This guide explains how to find jail roster info for Choctaw County.
Choctaw County Quick Facts
Choctaw County Jail Closed
The Choctaw County Jail closed permanently on July 17, 2019. The facility no longer holds inmates. People arrested in Choctaw County are now transported to neighboring county jails.
Common housing locations for Choctaw County inmates include Clarke County Jail, Washington County Jail, and Marengo County Jail. The Sheriff's Office decides where each person goes based on space and other factors. You must contact the Sheriff to find out where a specific inmate is held.
Note: Even though the jail is closed, the Sheriff still handles arrests and maintains records. You can still get jail roster info through the Sheriff's Office.
Choctaw County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office is in Butler, the county seat. Even without a local jail, the office still handles law enforcement. Staff can tell you where inmates arrested in Choctaw County are being held.
Call the Sheriff's Office to ask about a specific person. They will tell you which jail the inmate is in. You can then contact that facility for more details on charges and bond.
| Address | 117 South Mulberry Ave., Butler, AL 36904 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 205-459-2166 |
| Fax | 205-459-4666 |
| Website | www.choctawso.com |
How to Find Choctaw County Inmates
Since the local jail closed, finding an inmate takes a few steps. Start by calling the Choctaw County Sheriff at 205-459-2166. Ask where the person is being held. Once you know the facility, contact that county's jail directly.
The Sheriff's website at choctawcosheriff.com/inmate-search may have some info. The "Who's in Jail" page at choctawso.com/whos-in-jail updates hourly. It shows people booked from Choctaw County even though they are held elsewhere.
Neighboring jails that may hold Choctaw County inmates:
- Clarke County Jail in Grove Hill
- Washington County Jail in Chatom
- Marengo County Jail in Linden
Each of these facilities has its own roster system. Check their websites or call for current inmate info.
What Jail Records Include
Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 sets the rules for jail records. Even with inmates held elsewhere, the Sheriff must track required info. This includes names, ages, charges, and booking dates.
The hosting jail keeps daily records of inmates in their facility. You can view these at that jail during office hours. The Choctaw County Sheriff maintains records of arrests made in the county even though the inmates are elsewhere.
Private info stays sealed. Medical and mental health records are not public. Juvenile records do not appear on public rosters.
Alabama Laws on Jail Records
The Open Records Act makes jail data public. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 gives residents the right to inspect records. This applies even when inmates are housed in other counties.
Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a public jail book. Choctaw County still maintains this record. The hosting jail also keeps records for inmates in their facility.
Booking info goes to the state within 24 hours. Alabama Administrative Code 265-X-2-.03 sets this rule. The Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center collects data from all agencies.
Some records can be sealed through expungement. Alabama Code Section 15-27 allows this for certain charges. The fee is $500.
Victim Notification
VINE lets you track inmates across Alabama. It works even when inmates are in different facilities. You get alerts when custody status changes.
Sign up at vinelink.com or call 877-846-3425. The service is free. It tracks inmates statewide, so it works for Choctaw County inmates held elsewhere.
Bond and Release Info
Bond is still set in Choctaw County courts. A judge determines the amount based on charges. The bond must be paid at the jail where the inmate is held.
Contact the hosting jail for bond procedures. Each facility has its own process. Bondsmen operate across county lines, so you can hire one to post bond at any of the neighboring jails.
Related Records in Choctaw County
Court records stay in Choctaw County. The Circuit Clerk keeps criminal case files. Search at the courthouse in Butler or online through Alacourt at pa.alacourt.com.
State prison records are separate. Search state inmates at doc.alabama.gov.
For background checks, contact ALEA. The fee is $25 and requires fingerprints. Visit alea.gov for details.
Search Choctaw County Records
Use our search tool to find jail roster records and other public records in Choctaw County, Alabama.
Cities in Choctaw County
Choctaw County is rural with small towns. Butler is the county seat. Gilbertown, Lisman, Needham, Pennington, Silas, and Toxey are other communities. People arrested in these areas are taken to neighboring county jails. None have populations over 50,000.
Nearby Counties
These counties may hold Choctaw County inmates. Check their jail rosters if searching for someone arrested in Choctaw County.