Limestone County Jail Roster

Limestone County jail roster records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Athens. This north Alabama county is growing fast. Parts of Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur extend into Limestone County. The jail holds about 280 inmates. Sheriff Joshua McLaughlin leads the office. You can search for inmates online through a portal powered by Zuercher. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, jail records are public. This guide shows how to find jail roster records in Limestone County, Alabama.

Limestone County Sheriff's Office

The Limestone County Sheriff's Office has two locations. The main office is at 101 West Elm Street in Athens. The administrative office is at 310 W. Washington Street. Sheriff Joshua McLaughlin leads the office. Chief Deputy Justin Flanagan assists him.

The office handles law enforcement for the entire county. It runs the county jail. Staff can help with inmate questions by phone or email.

How to Search Limestone County Inmates

Limestone County has an online inmate search. Visit limestone-al-911.zuercherportal.com to use it. The system is powered by Zuercher Portal. It shows current inmates with full details.

The search is easy to use. Enter the inmate's name. You can also search by booking number. Results show all matching inmates in the system.

Each listing shows detailed information. You see the name and photo. The jacket number is listed. Date of birth appears. Booking date is shown. The arresting agency is noted. Bail amount is listed. Court date appears if scheduled. Release date shows when applicable. All charges are listed.

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

• The inmate's first or last name
• Booking number if known
• Browse the full inmate list

If you have trouble, call (256) 232-0111. Staff can search by phone. They can tell you if a person is in custody and share bond details.

What Limestone County Jail Records Show

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

Limestone County jail roster records generally contain the following:

• Full name and booking photograph
• Jacket number from intake
• Date of birth
• Booking date and time
• Arresting agency that made the arrest
• Bail amount set by the court
• Court date if scheduled
• Release date when the person leaves
• All criminal charges filed

The Limestone County Jail is a medium-security facility. It can hold about 280 inmates. It houses pretrial detainees. It also holds people serving short sentences. Those with longer sentences transfer to state prison.

Sending Mail to Inmates

Limestone County uses JailATM for inmate mail and funds. This is a third-party service. It handles communication and money deposits.

To send mail to an inmate, use this address:

JailATM - Limestone County Jail
[Inmate Name / Number]
1605 Beltline Rd SW D8 #244
Decatur, AL 35601

Include the inmate's full name and number. The jail will not deliver mail without proper identification. Follow all rules about what can be sent. Contact the jail for current policies on mail content.

Alabama Laws on Jail Records

Alabama law makes jail rosters public. Two main statutes apply. These give you the right to see inmate information.

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. Data 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 Limestone County jail records is easy. The online portal handles most needs. For official copies, contact the Sheriff's Office.

Use the Zuercher portal for quick checks. It is free. You can see current inmates with photos and charges. This answers basic questions fast.

For copies, visit the Sheriff's Office at 101 West Elm Street in Athens. Bring a photo ID. Tell staff what records you need. They can print copies. Fees apply. Most agencies charge about one dollar per page.

Written requests work too. Mail your request to the administrative office at 310 W. Washington Street, Athens, AL 35611. Include the inmate's name and date of birth. List what records you want. Send payment by money order if you know the fee.

Court Records in Limestone County

Jail records and court records are different. Jail records show who is in custody. Court records show what happens with the case.

Limestone County is part of the 39th Judicial Circuit. The circuit court handles felony cases. The district court handles misdemeanors and traffic matters.

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 Limestone County, contact the Circuit Clerk. The office is at the courthouse in Athens.

Search Limestone County Records

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

Cities in Limestone County

Limestone County has several cities and towns. Parts of major cities extend into the county. People arrested in these areas may be booked at the Limestone County Jail.

Athens is the county seat with about 28,000 people. Parts of Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur extend into Limestone County. Other towns include Ardmore, Elkmont, and Mooresville. For jail roster information about anyone arrested in Limestone County, contact the Sheriff's Office at (256) 232-0111.

Nearby Counties

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

Limestone County also borders Tennessee. If the arrest was near the state line, the person might be in Tennessee custody.