Find Henry County Jail Mugshots

Henry County jail mugshots are managed by the Henry County Sheriff's Office in Abbeville. The county does not have an online inmate roster, so you need to contact the sheriff directly. When someone gets arrested in Henry County, the sheriff's office takes a booking photo and records all charges. Alabama law makes these records public, meaning anyone can request to see them.

Henry County Sheriff Jail Information

The Henry County Sheriff's Office maintains all jail records and mugshots. The office has a website at henrycountysheriff.net, but there is no online jail roster. You must call or visit to get inmate information.

Contact the sheriff's office at 101 Court Square in Abbeville. The phone number is (334) 585-3131. Staff can tell you if someone is in the jail and what charges they face. They can also give you information about bond amounts and court dates.

Henry County is in the southeast corner of Alabama near the Georgia and Florida borders. It is a rural county with about 17,000 people. The jail handles a smaller number of bookings compared to urban counties. Most cases involve local matters.

The county shares the 20th Judicial Circuit with Houston County. The circuit court handles felonies while district court deals with misdemeanors. Court records from both Henry and Houston counties are available through the Alacourt system.

How to Request Henry County Mugshots

Without an online roster, you need to contact the sheriff's office directly. Here is how to get mugshots from Henry County.

Call (334) 585-3131 to reach the sheriff's office. Tell them you need information about a jail inmate or want to request a mugshot. Give the person's full legal name. Staff will check their records and confirm if the person is or was in custody.

To get a copy of a mugshot, visit the sheriff's office at 101 Court Square in Abbeville. Ask for the records division. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 gives you the right to inspect and copy public records including mugshots. Be prepared to pay a small copy fee.

For older records or statewide searches, ALEA is your best option. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency runs criminal background checks using records from all 67 counties. The fee is $15 online or $25 by mail. Visit alea.gov or call 334-676-7897.

Court records help when you need case details. Go to pa.alacourt.com to search Henry County cases. Enter the person's name to find criminal charges, court dates, and case outcomes. This does not include mugshots but provides case information.

Henry County Booking Process

The booking process in Henry County follows standard Alabama procedures. When someone is arrested, they are transported to the county jail for processing.

At booking, staff photograph the person. This mugshot becomes part of the permanent arrest record. They also collect personal information including full name, date of birth, height, weight, and identifying marks like tattoos or scars.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the jailer to maintain a record book of all prisoners. This book includes names, ages, physical descriptions, charges, and commitment dates. The law says this book must be open for public inspection.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 gives the sheriff legal custody of the county jail and all inmates. The Henry County Sheriff is responsible for jail operations including security, housing, and records. All staff report to the sheriff.

After booking, the person either posts bond or waits in jail for their court date. Bond amounts depend on the charges. The court sets bond at the initial appearance or arraignment.

Alabama Records Access Laws

Alabama law protects your right to access jail records in Henry County. These statutes govern public access to mugshots and booking information.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the Open Records Act. It establishes that every citizen can inspect and copy public records. You do not need to give a reason for your request. The sheriff's office must provide access during normal business hours.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 specifically covers jail records. It requires the jailer to keep a book with prisoner information. Names, descriptions, charges, and dates must be recorded. This record book is public and available for inspection.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 places the sheriff in charge of the jail. The Henry County Sheriff has custody of all prisoners and the jail facility. This means the sheriff's office handles records requests for jail information.

If you are denied access to records you believe are public, you can file a complaint with the Alabama Attorney General. Most requests are handled without problems since the law clearly makes these records public.

Statewide Search Resources

These state resources can help when local records are not enough.

ALEA Criminal Records provides background checks covering all Alabama counties. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency keeps centralized records. Online checks cost $15 and usually take a few days. Mail requests are $25. Start at alea.gov/sbi/criminal-justice-services/criminal-records.

The Alabama Department of Corrections tracks state prison inmates. This is separate from county jail. Felons sentenced to more than one year go to state prison after conviction. Search ADOC inmates at doc.alabama.gov. County jail inmates do not appear here.

Alacourt Access is the statewide court records database. Every Alabama county feeds into this system. Search by name to find criminal cases from Henry County or any other county. Visit pa.alacourt.com. This shows charges, dates, and outcomes but not mugshots.

For legal help, Alabama Legal Help at alabamalegalhelp.org offers free information. Legal Services Alabama at legalservicesalabama.org helps people who qualify for free legal services based on income.

About Henry County

Henry County sits in the southeastern corner of Alabama. It borders Georgia to the east and is close to the Florida panhandle. The county seat is Abbeville, a small town with less than 3,000 residents.

The county population is around 17,000. There are no large cities. Abbeville, Headland, and Newville are the main communities. All law enforcement runs through the sheriff's office since there are no large city police departments.

Henry County is next to Houston County, which includes Dothan. Dothan is the largest city in the Wiregrass region. If someone was arrested in Dothan, check Houston County jail records instead. Houston County has an online inmate roster.

The 20th Judicial Circuit covers both Henry and Houston counties. Circuit judges handle cases in both counties. Court records are available through Alacourt Access for both counties.

Nearby Counties

Henry County borders several Alabama and Georgia counties. Check these if you cannot find someone in Henry County records.

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