Walker County Jail Roster Records
Walker County jail roster information is available through the Sheriff's Office in Jasper. Sheriff Nick Smith runs the department. The jail opened in August 1998 and can hold 250 inmates. Walker County has about 64,000 residents. It sits northwest of Birmingham. There is no online inmate search tool for this county. You need to call the jail to check on inmates. This page tells you how to find jail records in Walker County, Alabama.
Walker County Quick Facts
Walker County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff Nick Smith leads the Walker County Sheriff's Office. Justin White is the jail administrator. The office handles patrol, investigations, and jail operations for the county.
The jail is at 2001 2nd Avenue in Jasper. It has been in use since 1998. The facility holds inmates before trial and after sentencing. Staff book arrests and keep records on each person.
| Jail Address |
2001 2nd Avenue Jasper, AL 35501 |
|---|---|
| Non-Emergency Phone | 205-302-6464 |
| Emergency | 911 |
| Office Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Sheriff | Nick Smith |
| Jail Administrator | Justin White |
| Website | walkercountysheriff.com |
How to Find Inmates in Walker County
Walker County does not have an online jail roster. The Sheriff's website does not show current inmates. To find out if someone is in jail, you must contact them directly.
Call the jail at 205-302-6464. Give them the full name of the person. A date of birth helps narrow the search. Staff can tell you if the person is in custody. They can also share charges and bond amounts.
You can visit the jail in person too. Bring a valid ID. The staff will look up the inmate for you. This is a good option if you need printed records or have detailed questions.
Walker County Jail Facility
The Walker County Jail opened in August 1998. It can hold up to 250 inmates. The facility has a modular design that allows for future growth.
The jail has several housing units. These include a 128 bed housing unit for most inmates. There is a 31 bed maximum security unit for high risk people. A 20 bed female housing unit holds women. Other sections serve special needs.
The jail has on site medical staff. A full kitchen prepares meals. Laundry is done on site too. The facility provides basic services for all inmates. When someone gets booked, staff take photos and fingerprints. They record all charges in the system.
Are Jail Records Public in Alabama?
Yes. Jail records are public under Alabama law. Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires each sheriff to keep a book on all prisoners. The book must have names, ages, charges, and dates. Anyone can view it during office hours.
The Alabama Open Records Act in Section 36-12-40 also applies. State residents can inspect and copy public records. Jail rosters are public records. Viewing is free. Copies may have fees.
Some info stays private. Medical records are protected. Juvenile records are sealed under Section 12-15-133. Expunged records are removed per Section 15-27.
Walker County Jail Visitation
The jail allows visits on set days. The schedule depends on which housing unit the inmate is in. Visits happen during the day. You must sign in by a certain time.
The visitation schedule is as follows:
- Tuesday: A, B, C, D dorms (9 AM to 3 PM)
- Wednesday: E, F, G, M, H dorms (9 AM to 3 PM)
- Thursday: T, X, W dorms (9 AM to 3 PM)
- Saturday: Medical, booking, MP dorms (12 PM to 3 PM, log in by 2:45 PM)
Bring a photo ID when you come. Follow all jail rules. Staff can turn away visitors who break the rules. Call 205-302-6464 if you have questions about visits.
Bond Information
When someone is booked, a judge sets a bond. The bond amount depends on the charges. Paying the bond lets the person leave jail while waiting for court.
Alabama law requires a $35 fee for bonding out. This money order must be made out to "Circuit Clerk." This is separate from the bond itself. You pay this fee when posting bond.
You can use cash bond or a bail bondsman. Cash bonds need the full amount. A bondsman charges a fee, usually ten percent of the bond. That fee is not refunded. The jail staff cannot change bond amounts. Only a judge can do that.
State Prison and VINE
The county jail holds local inmates. If someone gets sent to state prison, they leave Walker County. You will not find them through the Sheriff's Office.
For state inmates, use the Alabama Department of Corrections search. Go to doc.alabama.gov/inmatesearch. Enter a name or ADOC number. The site shows where the inmate is housed.
Victims can sign up for Alabama VINE. This system sends alerts when an inmate moves or gets released. Register at vinelink.com or call 877-846-3425. The service is free.
Sheriff's Office Mobile App
Walker County has a mobile app. You can get it on Google Play for Android devices. The app gives news and updates from the Sheriff's Office. It does not have a live inmate search. But it helps you stay informed about local law enforcement.
The Sheriff's Office is also on Twitter at @walkercosheriff. Follow them for news and alerts. The website at walkercountysheriff.com has more info on services.
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Nearby Counties
These counties border Walker County. Each has its own jail and records system.