Mobile County Jail Roster

The Mobile County jail roster shows all inmates held at Metro Jail. This is one of the largest jails in Alabama with an average daily population of 1,500 people. The sheriff's office has a "Who's in Jail" search on its website. You can look up inmates by name or booking number. The online tool shows charges, booking dates, bond status, and expected release dates. Mobile County handles arrests from the city of Mobile and all surrounding areas.

Mobile County Who's in Jail Search

The Mobile County Sheriff's Office has an online tool called Who's in Jail. Go to mobileso.com and click the link. You can search for inmates right from your phone or computer.

The search is flexible. You can enter a booking number if you have it. Or search by first name, last name, or both. Partial names work too. This helps when you are not sure of the exact spelling. The system finds matches and shows results.

Each result on the Mobile County jail roster shows key details. You see the charges filed against the person. The booking date tells you when they came in. Bond status shows if they can post bail. Expected release dates help you plan ahead.

You can access the roster at Mobile County Who's in Jail. The search works around the clock. New bookings appear after processing.

Note: The website may be slow at times due to high traffic. If it does not load, try again later or call the jail.

Mobile County Sheriff's Office

The Mobile County Sheriff's Office is on South Royal Street in Mobile. The Metro Jail is on Saint Emanuel Street. Both are in downtown Mobile.

Mobile County is the third most populous county in Alabama. It has the state's only saltwater port. The Metro Jail is a maximum security facility. It also has a 325 bed minimum security barracks for work detail inmates.

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

• Sheriff's Office: 510 S. Royal St, Mobile, AL 36603
• Sheriff's Office Phone: (251) 574-2423
• Metro Jail: 450 Saint Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603
• Jail Phone: 251-574-6412
• Visitation Appointments: (251) 574-4734 or (251) 574-3388

Note: Mobile County is part of the 13th Judicial Circuit.

What Mobile County Jail Records Show

The Mobile County jail roster gives you useful info on each inmate. Alabama law requires certain data. The Who's in Jail tool shows what you need to know.

Each inmate listing on the Mobile County jail roster includes:

• Full name of the inmate
• Booking number
• Booking date and time
• All charges filed
• Bond status and amount
• Expected release date if set

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. Mobile County puts this info online so you can search free.

Mugshots are public records in Alabama. The Mobile County roster may show booking photos for some inmates. All basic booking info is public. You can ask for it without giving a reason.

How to Find Inmates in Mobile County

There are several ways to check if someone is in the Mobile County jail. The online search is fastest but other options work too.

For online searches, go to mobileso.com. Click Who's in Jail. Enter a name or booking number. Press search. Click a result to see the full profile. You can search any time day or night.

You can call the jail at 251-574-6412. Staff answer around the clock. Give them the name of the person you seek. They can tell you if that person is in custody. Have the date of birth ready if you can.

To visit in person, go to 450 Saint Emanuel Street in Mobile. Bring your ID. Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, you can view the jail book during office hours. Staff can help you find info if the website is down.

VINELink is free for tracking inmates. Go to vinelink.com and select Alabama. Search by name. Sign up for alerts. When the person is released, you get notified by phone, text, or email.

Mobile County Jail Visitation

Mobile County Metro Jail has rules for visitors. You must schedule visits in advance. Call the visitation office to set up a time.

To schedule a visit, call (251) 574-4734 or (251) 574-3388. Staff will tell you available days and times. You must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. Bring a valid photo ID when you arrive.

The jail checks visitors for warrants. Anyone with an active warrant will be turned away or arrested. Follow all rules to avoid problems. No cell phones or weapons allowed inside.

To add money to an inmate's account, ask staff about your options. Inmates use funds for phone calls and commissary items. The jail accepts money orders and may have kiosks for deposits.

Alabama Jail Roster Laws

Alabama makes jail records public. Two key statutes govern access to the Mobile County jail roster.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a jail book. The book must show each inmate's name, age, sex, race, charges, booking date, and release date. The sheriff must let the public view this during office hours. Mobile County puts its roster online for easy access.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the open records law. Any Alabama resident can view public records. Jail rosters are public. You do not need a reason to look. Copies may cost a fee but viewing is free.

Arrest data must go to the state within 24 hours. Alabama Administrative Code 265-X-2-.03 sets this rule. Mobile County reports to the Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center. This keeps state crime records current.

Mobile City Arrests

The city of Mobile is the county seat. It is the second largest city in Alabama with over 200,000 people. Arrests in Mobile city go to the Mobile County Metro Jail.

If someone was arrested in the city of Mobile, check the county jail roster. City police take people to Metro Jail for booking. The Who's in Jail search will show all inmates regardless of which agency made the arrest.

Nearby County Jails

Mobile County is in southwest Alabama on the Gulf Coast. It borders several other counties. If you are not sure where someone is held, check these nearby jails too.

Search Mobile County Inmates

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