Search Blount County Jail Mugshots

Blount County jail mugshots are available through the Blount County Sheriff's Office online roster. The county provides free access to current inmate photos and booking information, making it easy to search for anyone in custody.

Blount County Sheriff Online Jail Roster

The Blount County Sheriff's Office maintains a full online jail roster with mugshots. This makes Blount County one of the more accessible counties in Alabama for finding jail records. You can search from any computer or phone without needing to contact the office.

To search for Blount County jail mugshots online, visit the Blount County Jail Roster. The page shows a list of current inmates with their photos and basic information. You can search by name to find specific people.

The online roster updates regularly. When someone gets booked into the jail, their information appears on the roster within a reasonable time. When they are released, their record gets removed from the current inmate list. For older records, you may need to contact the sheriff's office directly.

Blount County is located north of Birmingham in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. The county includes parts of the Sipsey Wilderness and attracts outdoor recreation visitors. The jail in Oneonta processes all arrests from across the county.

How to Find Mugshots in Blount County

There are several ways to access jail mugshots in Blount County. The online roster is the easiest, but other options exist for different needs.

The online jail roster works best for current inmates. Visit the sheriff's website and go to the roster page. Browse the list or use the search function if available. Click on any name to see the full booking record with mugshot. This is free and available anytime.

Phone inquiries help when you need quick answers. Call the Blount County Sheriff's Office at (205) 625-4127. Ask if a specific person is in custody. Staff can tell you about charges and bond amounts. They may not be able to email mugshots, but they can confirm booking details.

In-person visits allow for formal records requests. Go to the sheriff's office at 220 2nd Avenue East in Oneonta during business hours. Ask for copies of specific booking records. Staff will help you find what you need. Copy fees apply, usually between $0.25 and $1.00 per page.

For criminal history beyond the current jail roster, ALEA provides statewide records. Contact them at 334-676-7897. Their background check covers all Alabama counties and costs $15 online or $25 by mail.

What Blount County Jail Records Show

When someone is booked into Blount County Jail, deputies create a detailed record. This information appears on the online roster and can be obtained through formal records requests.

Blount County jail records typically include:

• Mugshot photo from booking
• Full legal name and aliases
• Date of birth and age
• Physical characteristics like height and weight
• Booking number for the jail
• Arrest date and time
• All charges at time of booking
• Arresting agency information
• Bond amount and type
• Court dates when scheduled

The online roster shows most of this information clearly. Some details may be limited to protect privacy or ongoing investigations. The mugshot displays a front-facing photo taken during the booking process.

Alabama Laws on Jail Records

Alabama state law makes jail mugshots and booking records public. These laws require Blount County to provide access to these records.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 establishes public records access. This statute says every citizen can inspect and copy public records. Jail mugshots are public records under this law. You do not have to give a reason for wanting them.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 addresses jail records specifically. The law requires the sheriff to keep a book of all prisoners. This book must list name, age, sex, race, and distinguishing marks. It must also show charges and commitment and release dates. The law states this book shall be open for inspection during business hours.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 gives the sheriff control of the jail and inmates. The Blount County Sheriff is responsible for proper recordkeeping. All jail operations fall under the sheriff's authority.

Blount County's online roster helps meet these legal requirements. By posting records online, the sheriff's office provides easy public access. This reduces the need for in-person requests and makes the process more efficient for everyone.

Blount County Contact Information

Here is how to reach the Blount County Sheriff's Office for jail records and mugshots.

Blount County Sheriff's Office
Address: 220 2nd Avenue East, Oneonta, AL 35121
Phone: (205) 625-4127
Website: blountalsheriff.org

Oneonta is the county seat of Blount County. The sheriff's office is centrally located in town. If you are driving in, Oneonta is accessible from Highway 75 and Highway 231.

The online roster is available 24 hours a day. Phone and in-person requests follow regular business hours. The jail itself operates around the clock, but administrative services have limited hours.

State and Federal Resources

Additional databases beyond Blount County can help with broader criminal records searches.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency maintains criminal history records statewide. This goes beyond what the local jail roster shows. ALEA records include arrests and convictions from all Alabama counties. Contact them at 334-676-7897 or visit alea.gov. Background checks cost $15 online or $25 by mail.

The Alabama Department of Corrections tracks state prison inmates. People sentenced to more than a year end up in ADOC custody. Their inmate search at doc.alabama.gov is free to use.

Alacourt provides Alabama court records. Visit pa.alacourt.com to search for case details, hearings, and outcomes. This complements jail records by showing what happened in court.

The Bureau of Prisons locator covers federal inmates. Federal charges go through a separate court system. The BOP database is free and covers all federal prisons.

Nearby Counties

Blount County is north of Birmingham. If someone is not in the Blount County jail roster, check these neighboring counties.

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