Search Dale County Jail Mugshots

Dale County jail mugshots are maintained by the Dale County Sheriff's Office in Ozark. The sheriff's office has a website but does not currently offer a searchable online jail roster. To find mugshot information, you need to contact the office directly or check their Facebook page for recent arrest posts.

Dale County Sheriff Jail Records

The Dale County Sheriff's Office maintains jail records for the county. While the office has a website at dalecountysheriff.com, there is no full online jail roster. You need to contact them directly to search for current inmates or get mugshot copies.

The sheriff's office is located at 124 Court Square in Ozark. You can call them at (334) 774-2335 during regular business hours. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody, what charges they face, and bond amounts. For copies of mugshots, you may need to visit in person.

Like many Alabama sheriff's offices, Dale County may post arrest information on Facebook. Check their social media pages for recent arrest announcements with mugshots. These posts cover recent arrests but do not provide a complete roster of everyone in custody.

Dale County is near Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), so the area has a significant military presence. People arrested on federal property may go through the federal system rather than the county jail. For civilian arrests in Dale County, the county jail handles all bookings.

How to Get Mugshots in Dale County

There are several ways to search for jail mugshots in Dale County. Each method has its advantages depending on what information you need.

Phone calls are fastest for checking custody status. Call the sheriff's office at (334) 774-2335. Give them the person's name and date of birth if you know it. Staff can confirm if someone is in jail and tell you the charges. They can also provide bond information over the phone.

In-person visits work best when you need actual mugshot copies. Go to the sheriff's office at 124 Court Square in Ozark during business hours. Bring ID and ask to see booking records. Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, you have the right to inspect public records. Paper copies have a small fee.

Check social media for recent arrests. The sheriff's office Facebook page may have arrest posts with mugshots. This only works for recent arrests and is not a complete roster. Older posts get buried and may be hard to find.

For formal background checks, contact ALEA at 334-676-7897. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency maintains statewide criminal records. The fee is $25 by mail or $15 online. This works when you need records from multiple counties or going back many years.

Dale County Jail Information

The Dale County Jail is in Ozark, the county seat. The jail processes all arrests made in Dale County. This includes arrests by the sheriff's office and by municipal police departments in Ozark, Daleville, and other towns.

When someone is arrested, they are transported to the jail for booking. Staff take the mugshot photo and record personal information. This includes name, date of birth, physical description, and all charges. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, the sheriff must keep a log of all prisoners.

Dale County is part of the 12th Judicial Circuit along with Coffee and Pike counties. The circuit court handles felony cases while municipal courts deal with misdemeanors. All criminal arrests go through the county jail for processing no matter which court will hear the case.

The area around Dale County includes Fort Novosel, which has its own military police. People arrested on the installation go through military justice. But civilian arrests anywhere else in Dale County go through the county jail.

Bond amounts depend on the charges. Minor offenses often have standard bonds. Serious charges require a judge to set bond. Contact the jail or clerk's office to find out the bond for a specific person.

What Dale County Mugshots Include

When someone is booked into Dale County Jail, the record includes the mugshot photo plus several other pieces of information.

Dale County booking records typically include:

• Full legal name and aliases
• Date of birth and current age
• Physical description with height and weight
• Race, sex, eye color, and hair color
• Booking number and arrest date
• All charges at time of booking
• Bond amount if set
• Arresting agency and officer

The mugshot is a front-facing photo taken during booking. It shows the person from the shoulders up. The photo serves to identify the person and becomes part of their permanent arrest record.

Some personal details stay private. Home addresses, Social Security numbers, and medical information are not released publicly. The basic booking information and mugshot are public records under Alabama law.

Alabama Laws on Jail Records

Alabama law makes jail mugshots and booking records public. Several state statutes govern how these records are kept and who can access them.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 establishes the Open Records Act. Every Alabama citizen can inspect and copy public records. Jail mugshots are public records. You do not have to explain why you want them. The sheriff's office must make records available during normal hours.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a prisoner record book. This book must include each inmate's name, age, sex, race, and distinguishing marks. It shows charges and dates of commitment and release. The law requires this book to be open for public inspection.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 gives the sheriff custody of the county jail. The Dale County Sheriff is responsible for jail operations and all record keeping. This includes maintaining booking records and mugshots.

Alabama allows expungement in some cases. Under Alabama Code Sections 15-27-1 and 15-27-2, certain records can be expunged if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. The filing fee is $500, with waivers available for those who qualify.

Cities in Dale County

Dale County has several cities and towns. All arrests in the county are processed through the Dale County Jail in Ozark.

Ozark is the county seat and largest city with about 15,000 residents. The Ozark Police Department handles law enforcement in the city. All arrestees go to the county jail.

Daleville is located near Fort Novosel and has a significant military-connected population. The Daleville Police Department makes arrests that go to the county jail for processing.

Dothan borders Dale County but is actually in Houston County. If you are looking for someone arrested in Dothan, check Houston County instead.

The sheriff's office patrols unincorporated areas and provides backup for local police. All arrests anywhere in Dale County go through the county jail.

Nearby Counties

Dale County borders several other Alabama counties. If you cannot find someone in the Dale County jail, they may have been arrested in a neighboring county.

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