Marengo County Jail Roster Lookup

The Marengo County jail roster contains records of all inmates held at the county detention center in Linden. Sheriff Richard E. Ben Bates runs the facility. The jail can hold up to 118 inmates. Marengo County does not have a full online inmate search tool. The sheriff posts some mugshots on the website. For complete jail roster info, you must call or visit the jail in person. This page shows you how to find inmates and what records are public in Marengo County.

Marengo County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Richard E. Ben Bates leads the Marengo County Sheriff's Office. The office and jail share the same address on Dunn Street in Linden. Staff handle calls during business hours.

The Marengo County jail is a medium security facility. It holds people awaiting trial and those serving short sentences. The jail also houses state inmates waiting for transfer to state prison. With room for 118 people, it serves all of Marengo County.

Contact the Marengo County Sheriff's Office using this info:

• Address: 101 Dunn Street, Linden, AL 36748
• Office Phone: (334) 295-4208
• Fax: (334) 295-2226
• Jail Phone: (334) 295-8355 or (334) 295-2257
• Sheriff: Richard E. Ben Bates

Note: Marengo County is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit.

How to Find Inmates in Marengo County

Marengo County does not have a full online jail roster. The sheriff posts mugshots on the website. But there is no search tool. You have a few ways to get inmate info.

The main way is to call the jail. Dial (334) 295-8355 or (334) 295-2257. Give the staff the name of the person you seek. They can tell you if that person is in custody at the Marengo County jail. Have the date of birth ready if you can.

You can also visit in person. Go to 101 Dunn Street in Linden. Bring your ID. Ask to see the jail book. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, the sheriff must keep a jail book open to the public during office hours. You can view who is in the Marengo County jail at no cost.

The sheriff posts some mugshots at marengosheriff.com. Click on the pictures link. These show recent bookings. But the list may not be complete. Call the jail for the most current info on the Marengo County jail roster.

For state inmates, use the Alabama Department of Corrections search. The ADOC tool shows people in state prison. It does not show county jail inmates. Use the jail phone for Marengo County detainees.

What Marengo County Jail Records Show

Jail records in Marengo County follow state law. Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 says what the sheriff must track for each inmate.

The Marengo County jail book must include:

• Full name of the inmate
• Age and date of birth
• Gender and race
• Any distinguishing marks
• Charges filed against them
• Booking date and time
• Release date when applicable

Mugshots are taken at booking. These are public records in Alabama. Bond amounts show what it costs to get released. The jail may also note which agency made the arrest. All basic booking info is public. You can ask for it.

Some facts stay private. Medical records are protected by HIPAA. Mental health details are not public. Juvenile records are sealed. You will not find these on any Marengo County jail roster.

Marengo County Jail Visitation

The Marengo County jail has set visitation hours. The schedule is different for male and female inmates. Plan your visit using the times below.

Visitation hours for male inmates:

• Saturday: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
• Sunday: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Visitation hours for female inmates:

• Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
• Wednesday: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Each inmate can have up to five visitors per day. You must sign the register at least 30 minutes before visitation starts. Bring a valid photo ID. Call the jail first to check if the person can have visits.

Phone calls are allowed from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily. Meal times and lockdowns are exceptions. All calls are collect. Calls are monitored and recorded. Three way calling is not allowed.

Alabama Jail Record Laws

Alabama law makes jail records public. Two key statutes apply to the Marengo County jail roster and all jails in the state.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the state open records act. It says any resident can view and copy public records. Jail rosters are public. You can ask to see them without giving a reason. The agency can charge for copies. Viewing is free.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a jail book. The book must list each inmate by name, age, sex, race, charges, and dates. The sheriff must let you view this book during office hours. This is why you can go to the Marengo County jail and ask to see the records.

Arrest data goes to the state within 24 hours. This rule comes from Alabama Administrative Code 265-X-2-.03. Marengo County reports to the Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center. This keeps state crime records up to date.

Fees for Marengo County Jail Records

Viewing the jail roster is free. You can visit the sheriff's office and look at the jail book at no charge. Phone calls to ask about inmates are free too.

Fees apply when you want copies. Alabama Code Section 36-12-41 lets agencies charge for copies. Most charge 50 cents to one dollar per page. Certified copies cost more. Ask the Marengo County Sheriff's Office for their fee schedule.

Background checks through ALEA cost 25 dollars. The Alabama Department of Corrections charges 25 dollars for state inmate records. Payment must be by money order or cashier's check.

Nearby County Jails

Marengo County is in west Alabama. It borders several other counties. If you are not sure which county holds someone, check these nearby jails too.

Search Marengo County Inmates

Use our search tool to look up jail records in Marengo County. Enter a name to find booking information, mugshots, and charges.