Winston County Jail Roster Lookup

Winston County jail roster information is maintained by the Sheriff's Office in Double Springs. Sheriff Caleb Snoddy runs the department. The county has about 24,000 residents. The jail is a medium security facility with room for 50 detainees. It sits within the Winston County Courthouse complex. There is no official online inmate roster. You need to call the jail to check on inmates. This page explains how to find jail records in Winston County, Alabama.

Winston County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Caleb Snoddy leads the Winston County Sheriff's Office. The office handles patrol, investigations, and the county jail. It is at 11 Blake Drive in Double Springs.

The jail is part of the courthouse complex. Staff book arrests and keep records on all inmates. These records are public under Alabama law. You can ask for them by phone or in person.

Note: Some third party websites like winstonsheriff.org exist but are NOT official government sites. Always use the official county website.

How to Find Inmates in Winston County

Winston County does not have an official online jail roster. The Sheriff's website does not show current inmates. To check if someone is in jail, you must contact them directly.

Call the jail at (205) 489-5205. This is the direct line. 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 Sheriff's Office in person. Bring a valid ID. The office is at 11 Blake Drive in Double Springs. Staff will look up the inmate for you. This is a good option if you need printed records.

Winston County Jail Facility

The Winston County Jail is a medium security detention center. It can hold up to 50 detainees. The facility is within the Winston County Courthouse complex at 11 Blake Drive.

The jail houses several types of inmates. Pretrial detainees wait here for court. People convicted of misdemeanors serve terms of less than one year. Inmates awaiting transfer to state prison may also stay here for a time.

The jail provides basic services. Medical and mental health care are available. Substance abuse treatment programs help inmates. Commissary lets inmates buy snacks and supplies. Phone calls and mail are allowed. Families can send money to inmate trust accounts.

Are Jail Records Public in Alabama?

Yes. Jail records are public under state law. Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a book on all prisoners. The book must list 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 count as public records. Viewing is free. Copies may have a fee.

Some info stays private. Medical records are protected. Juvenile records are sealed under Section 12-15-133. If a case gets expunged per Section 15-27, those records are removed.

Get Records In Person

Visit the Sheriff's Office in Double Springs. It is at 11 Blake Drive, Room 6. Bring a photo ID. Staff can search by name or booking number.

For copies of booking records, ask the clerk. There may be a fee for printed pages. Most agencies charge around one dollar per page. Certified copies cost more. The clerk will tell you the price when you ask.

The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 4:30 PM. The jail runs all day and night. Call (205) 489-5205 if you have questions.

Jail Visitation

The Winston County Jail allows visits. The schedule may change. Contact the jail for current visit times and rules.

Call (205) 489-5205 to ask about visits. Bring a photo ID when you come. Follow all jail rules. Staff can turn away visitors who do not follow the rules.

State Prison and VINE

The county roster shows local inmates. If someone goes to state prison, they leave the county jail. You will not find them through the Sheriff's Office anymore.

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. You can also call 877-846-3425. The service is free.

Winston County Court Records

Jail records show who is in custody. Court records show what happens with the case. Winston County is in the 25th Judicial Circuit.

You can search court records on Alacourt. Visit pa.alacourt.com and search by name or case number. There is a fee for detailed results. The site covers all Alabama courts.

Search Winston County Records

Use the tool below to find inmates and public records in Winston County, Alabama.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Winston County. Each has its own jail and inmate roster.