Dallas County Mugshots Search

Dallas County jail mugshots are maintained by the Dallas County Sheriff's Office in Selma. The sheriff's office has a website but does not currently offer a full online jail roster. To search for mugshot information, you need to contact the office by phone or visit in person.

Dallas County Sheriff Jail Records

The Dallas County Sheriff's Office maintains all jail records for the county. The office has a website at dallascountysheriffal.org but does not provide a searchable online jail roster. To find current inmates or get mugshot information, you must contact the office directly.

The sheriff's office is located at 105 Lauderdale Street in Selma. You can reach them by phone at (334) 874-2533. Call during business hours and staff can tell you if someone is in custody. They can also provide information about charges and bond amounts.

For copies of mugshots, you may need to visit in person. Bring identification and be ready to fill out a records request form. Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, jail records are public and must be made available for inspection.

The jail handles bookings from the sheriff's office and the Selma Police Department. All arrests in Dallas County, whether in Selma or the unincorporated areas, are processed through the county jail.

How to Find Mugshots in Dallas County

Without an online jail roster, searching for mugshots in Dallas County requires direct contact with the sheriff's office. Here are your options.

Phone requests are quickest for basic information. Call (334) 874-2533 and ask about the person by name. If you have their date of birth, provide that too. Staff can confirm custody status, tell you the charges, and give you bond information. This works during regular business hours.

In-person visits work best when you need actual mugshot copies. Go to the sheriff's office at 105 Lauderdale Street in Selma. Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, you have the right to inspect public records including booking photos. If you want paper copies, there is a small fee per page.

Written requests are another option. Send a letter to the Dallas County Sheriff's Office with the person's name and any identifying details. Include your return address and any fees that may apply. Standard copy fees in Alabama range from $0.25 to $1.00 per page.

For statewide criminal history, contact ALEA at 334-676-7897. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency has records from all counties. The fee is $25 by mail or $15 online. This helps when you need records going back years or from multiple counties.

Dallas County Jail Information

The Dallas County Jail is located in Selma, the county seat. The jail processes all arrests made anywhere in Dallas County. This includes arrests by the sheriff's deputies, Selma Police, and other law enforcement agencies operating in the county.

When someone is arrested, they go to the jail for booking. The booking process includes taking the mugshot photo, recording personal information, and documenting all charges. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, the sheriff must maintain a log of all prisoners with this information.

Dallas County is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit along with Hale, Perry, and Wilcox counties. The circuit court handles felony cases while municipal courts deal with misdemeanors and traffic violations. Regardless of which court will hear a case, all criminal arrests go through the county jail.

Selma is known for its civil rights history, and the courthouse and jail have played roles in that history. Today, the jail operates like any other county facility, processing bookings and holding inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences.

Bond is set based on the charges. For minor offenses, there may be a standard bond schedule. Serious charges require a judge to set bond at a hearing. Call the jail or clerk's office for bond information on a specific person.

What Dallas County Mugshots Show

When someone is booked into Dallas County Jail, the record includes the mugshot photo plus several other details.

Dallas County booking records typically include:

• Full legal name and any aliases
• Date of birth and age at booking
• Physical description with height and weight
• Race, sex, eye color, and hair color
• Booking number and date of arrest
• List of all charges
• Bond amount if set by the court
• Arresting officer and agency

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

Some information stays private. Home addresses, Social Security numbers, and medical details are not released. The basic booking information and mugshot are public records that anyone can request.

Alabama Laws on Jail Records

Alabama law makes jail mugshots and booking records public. Several state statutes cover how these records are kept and accessed.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the state's Open Records Act. It gives every Alabama citizen the right to inspect and copy public records. Jail mugshots count as public records. You do not need to explain why you want them. Government offices must provide access during business hours.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the sheriff to maintain a prisoner record book. This book must show each inmate's name, age, sex, race, and distinguishing marks. It also records 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 legal custody of the county jail. The Dallas County Sheriff is responsible for jail operations and proper record keeping. This includes booking records and mugshots.

For expungement, Alabama has options under Alabama Code Sections 15-27-1 and 15-27-2. Records may be expunged if charges were dismissed or you were found not guilty. The filing fee is $500, but waivers exist for those who cannot afford it.

Cities in Dallas County

Dallas County has a few cities and towns. All arrests in the county are processed through the Dallas County Jail in Selma.

Selma is the county seat and by far the largest city with about 17,000 residents. The Selma Police Department handles law enforcement within city limits. All arrestees go to the county jail for booking.

Other communities in Dallas County include Orrville, Valley Grande, and Sardis. These smaller areas rely primarily on the sheriff's office for law enforcement. Anyone arrested is transported to the county jail.

The sheriff's office patrols the unincorporated parts of the county and provides backup for local police when needed. All bookings happen at the county jail regardless of which agency makes the arrest.

Nearby Counties

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

Search Dallas County Jail Records

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