Search Greene County Jail Mugshots

Greene County jail mugshots are maintained by the Greene County Sheriff's Office in Eutaw. This small rural county in western Alabama does not have an online jail roster system. To get mugshots or find out if someone is in custody, you must contact the sheriff's office by phone or visit in person. Records are public under Alabama law.

Greene County Sheriff Jail Records

The Greene County Sheriff's Office handles all jail records for the county. There is no online database to search. This is one of the smallest counties in Alabama by population, so the sheriff's office has limited web presence.

To find someone in the Greene County Jail, call the sheriff at (205) 372-3112. The office is at 400 Morrow Avenue in Eutaw. Staff can tell you if a person is currently in custody. They can also confirm charges and bond information.

Greene County is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit along with Marengo and Sumter counties. The circuit court in Eutaw handles felony cases. District court handles misdemeanors and preliminary hearings. Both courts have public records of criminal cases.

Since the county has such a small population, the jail usually has few inmates at any given time. Most arrests involve local matters. The sheriff's office staff knows most of the cases personally. This can make getting information easier when you call in.

How to Request Greene County Mugshots

Getting mugshots from Greene County requires direct contact with the sheriff's office. Here are the steps to follow.

Start by calling (205) 372-3112. Tell them you are looking for jail records or a mugshot. Give the full name of the person. Spelling matters, so be clear. Staff will check if the person is in custody or has been booked recently.

For a physical copy of a mugshot, you may need to visit the sheriff's office at 400 Morrow Avenue in Eutaw. Bring identification and be ready to pay a small copy fee. Alabama law under Section 36-12-40 gives you the right to inspect and copy public records. Mugshots are public records.

If the person was released or you need older records, try ALEA. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency keeps criminal history from all counties. A background check costs $15 online or $25 by mail. Call ALEA at 334-676-7897 for help.

Court records are another option. Visit Alacourt Access at pa.alacourt.com to search case records from Greene County courts. This shows charges, court dates, and case outcomes. It does not include mugshots but helps you find case information.

Greene County Jail Operations

The Greene County Jail operates under the sheriff according to Alabama Code Section 14-6-1. The sheriff has legal custody of the jail and all prisoners. This makes the sheriff responsible for booking, housing, and releasing inmates.

When police arrest someone in Greene County, they bring the person to the jail. The booking process happens next. Staff take a mugshot, record personal details, and log all charges. Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires a record book with names, ages, descriptions, charges, and dates.

Greene County has a small jail with limited beds. For some arrests, the county may transfer inmates to neighboring facilities. Tuscaloosa County is larger and sometimes takes overflow. If you cannot find someone in Greene County records, check Tuscaloosa County too.

The jail holds people before trial and those serving sentences under one year. Longer sentences go to the Alabama Department of Corrections. ADOC runs state prisons separate from county jails.

Public Records Laws in Alabama

Alabama law protects your right to access jail records in Greene County. Several statutes apply.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the Open Records Act. It says all citizens can inspect and copy public records. You do not need to explain why you want the records. The sheriff must allow access during normal business hours. Jail mugshots and booking information are public.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the jailer to keep a record book of prisoners. The book must have names, physical descriptions, charges, and dates. This book is open for public inspection. Anyone can ask to see it.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 gives sheriffs custody of county jails. The Greene County Sheriff controls the jail and all records. Staff members handle requests under the sheriff's authority.

If you have trouble getting records, you can file a complaint with the Alabama Attorney General. Most requests are filled without problems. The sheriff's office is used to handling public records requests.

State Resources for Record Searches

When local records are not enough, use these Alabama state resources.

ALEA Criminal Records runs background checks statewide. They have records from all 67 counties. The online fee is $15. Mail requests cost $25. Results come back in a few days. Visit alea.gov/sbi/criminal-justice-services/criminal-records to start.

The Alabama Department of Corrections has an inmate search for state prisoners. After conviction, felons with long sentences go to ADOC. The website doc.alabama.gov has a search tool. This does not show county jail inmates, only state prison.

Alacourt Access shows court records from every Alabama county. Search by name to find cases in Greene County or anywhere in the state. The site is pa.alacourt.com. This is free to use and shows case details including charges and status.

For legal help, try Alabama Legal Help at alabamalegalhelp.org. They have free information about criminal records and expungement. Legal Services Alabama at legalservicesalabama.org helps people who cannot afford lawyers.

About Greene County

Greene County is in the western part of Alabama, part of the Black Belt region. The county seat is Eutaw, a small town with historic buildings. This is one of the least populated counties in Alabama with about 8,000 residents.

The county has no cities with populations over 100,000. Eutaw and a few small communities make up the county. All law enforcement runs through the sheriff's office. There are no separate city jails in Greene County.

Greene County borders Tuscaloosa County to the north. Tuscaloosa has a much larger jail and online inmate search. If someone was arrested near the county line, check both counties.

The 17th Judicial Circuit covers Greene, Marengo, and Sumter counties. Circuit judges travel between these county seats. Court records from any of these counties are available through Alacourt Access.

Nearby Counties

Greene County shares borders with several other Alabama counties. Check these if you cannot find someone in Greene County records.

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