Jefferson County Jail Roster

Jefferson County jail roster records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Birmingham. This is Alabama's most populous county with over 674,000 people. The county operates two jail facilities in Birmingham and Bessemer. Combined, they hold about 1,000 inmates on average. You can search for inmates online through a dedicated portal. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, jail records are public. This guide shows how to find jail roster records in Jefferson County, Alabama.

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is the largest in Alabama. It handles law enforcement for the most populous county in the state. The office runs two jail facilities. One is in Birmingham. The other is in Bessemer.

The corrections division manages both jails. Staff handle bookings, keep records, and oversee detention. You can contact either location for inmate questions. There are also online search tools.

How to Search Jefferson County Inmates

Jefferson County has a dedicated inmate inquiry portal. Visit sheriff.jccal.org to search. This is the official search tool for both jails.

The search system is powered by New World Systems. You can search by several methods. Enter the inmate's name. Use a subject number if you have one. Try a booking number. You can also filter by booking dates. Pick which facility to search or search both at once.

To search Jefferson County jail records online, you can use:

• Inmate's first and last name
• Subject number from prior bookings
• Booking number from this arrest
• Booking date range for broader results
• Housing facility filter for Birmingham or Bessemer

Results show who is in custody. You can see charges, bond status, and housing location. The system covers both the Birmingham and Bessemer jails. This makes it easy to find inmates across the county.

If you cannot find someone online, call the jail. Use the Birmingham switchboard at (205) 325-5670 or Bessemer at (205) 481-4160. Staff can search records by phone.

Two Jail Facilities

Jefferson County has two jail facilities. The Birmingham Jail is the larger one. It sits downtown. The Bessemer Jail serves the western part of the county. Where an inmate goes depends on where they were arrested.

The Birmingham Jail is at 809 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. North. This is the main facility. Most inmates in the county are held here. The building is in downtown Birmingham near the courthouse.

The Bessemer Jail is at 1822 2nd Avenue North in Bessemer. It serves the Bessemer Cutoff and western Jefferson County. People arrested in Bessemer, Hueytown, and nearby areas often come here.

Together, both jails hold about 1,000 inmates on average. This is the largest county jail system in Alabama. The online portal searches both facilities at once. You do not need to check each separately.

What Jefferson County Jail Records Show

Jail roster records contain facts about each booking. Alabama law requires the sheriff to keep these records. They are public under state code.

Jefferson County jail roster records generally contain the following:

• Full name of the inmate
• Subject number and booking number
• Date and time of booking
• All criminal charges filed
• Bond amount and bond status
• Housing facility and location
• Arresting agency information

Mugshots may be available for some searches. The online portal focuses on text data. For photos, you may need to request them from the Sheriff's Office.

Alabama Laws on Jail Rosters

Alabama has clear laws about jail records. These make rosters public. Knowing the law helps you understand your rights.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the sheriff to keep a jail book. The book must list every prisoner. It shows name, age, sex, race, and charges. It shows booking and release dates. This book is public. You can view it during office hours.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the Open Records Act. It gives residents the right to inspect public records. Jail rosters are public records. You do not need to explain why you want them. The sheriff can charge fair fees for copies.

Some data is protected. Juvenile records are sealed under Alabama Code Section 12-15-133. Medical records are private. Information that could harm jail security may be withheld. But basic booking facts are always public.

Note: Expunged records will not appear in searches. Alabama Code Section 15-27 allows some records to be sealed if charges were dropped or the person was cleared.

How to Request Jail Records

Getting Jefferson County jail records is straightforward. The online portal handles most needs. For official copies, contact the Sheriff's Office.

Use the online inmate inquiry for quick searches. It is free. You can check both jails at once. This answers basic questions fast.

For copies of records, visit a jail facility in person. Bring a photo ID. Tell staff what records you need. They can help with copies. Fees apply. Most agencies charge about one dollar per page.

Written requests work too. Mail your request to the jail address. Include the inmate's name and date of birth. State what records you want. Send payment by money order if you know the fee. Call first to confirm amounts.

Court Records in Jefferson County

Jail records show who is in custody. Court records show what happens with the case. The Circuit Clerk keeps court files.

Jefferson County is part of the 10th Judicial Circuit. This circuit has two divisions. The Birmingham Division covers most of the county. The Bessemer Division covers the western part. Which court you use depends on where you live.

You can search Alabama court records at pa.alacourt.com. The AlacourtAccess system covers all state courts. You can look up cases by name or case number. There are fees for detailed searches.

For court questions in Jefferson County, contact the Circuit Clerk. The Birmingham office is at 716 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd N. The Bessemer office is at 1801 3rd Avenue North. They handle case files, judgments, and court documents.

Search Jefferson County Records

Use this tool to find jail records and other public records in Jefferson County, Alabama.

Cities in Jefferson County

Jefferson County has over 35 cities and towns. People arrested in these areas may be booked at one of the county jails.

Other cities in Jefferson County include Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Bessemer, Trussville, Gardendale, Center Point, Hueytown, and Irondale. Residents of all these cities use the Jefferson County jail system when arrested by county or city law enforcement.

Nearby Counties

These counties share a border with Jefferson County. Check them if you are unsure where an arrest happened.