Search Jefferson County Jail Mugshots

Jefferson County jail mugshots are maintained by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, which operates the largest jail system in Alabama. The county uses a Tyler NewWorld inmate inquiry system that allows free online searches of current inmates. When someone is arrested in Jefferson County, the sheriff's office takes a booking photo and records all charges. These records are public under Alabama law. You can search the jail roster online, visit the sheriff's office in person, or request records by mail.

Jefferson County Sheriff Jail Roster

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office provides a full online inmate inquiry system. This is one of the most advanced jail roster systems in Alabama. You can search for current inmates by name, booking number, or booking date.

To search for Jefferson County jail mugshots online, visit the Jefferson County Inmate Inquiry system. Enter the person's last name to begin your search. The results show the mugshot along with booking details, charges, bond amounts, and custody status.

The online roster shows current inmates only. Once someone posts bond or is released, their information may no longer appear in the active search. For older records, you need to contact the sheriff's office directly or request records from ALEA.

How to Find Mugshots in Jefferson County

There are several ways to search for jail mugshots in Jefferson County. The method you choose depends on whether you need current or historical records.

For current inmates, the online system is fastest. Go to the sheriff's website and click on Inmate Inquiry. Enter the last name of the person you are looking for. You can also search by booking number if you have it. The system shows real-time data from the jail.

For in-person requests, visit the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office at 2200 8th Avenue North in Birmingham. The office is open during regular business hours. Staff can help you look up specific names in the jail records. Under Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, the jailer's log book is a public record that must be available for inspection.

For historical records or formal background checks, you have two options. First, contact ALEA at 334-676-7897 for statewide criminal history. The fee is $25 by mail or $15 online. Second, for Jefferson County specific records, contact the sheriff's records division at (205) 325-1450.

Jefferson County Jail Locations

Jefferson County operates two main jail facilities. Both process bookings and take mugshots.

The Birmingham Jail is the primary facility. It handles most bookings for arrests in the Birmingham area. The address is 2200 8th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35203. The phone number is (205) 325-5599. This is the largest detention facility in Jefferson County.

The Bessemer Jail serves the Bessemer Cutoff area in the western part of the county. It handles arrests from Bessemer and surrounding communities. The phone number is (205) 481-4333. Both facilities use the same inmate inquiry system.

Note: Birmingham also operates a city jail for short-term holding. This is separate from the county jail. The city jail is located at 1710 1st Avenue North. Arrestees typically transfer to county custody within 48 hours.

What Jefferson County Mugshots Include

When someone is booked into Jefferson County Jail, several pieces of information are recorded along with the mugshot.

Jefferson County jail mugshots typically include the following details:

• Full legal name and any aliases used
• Date of birth and current age
• Physical description including height and weight
• Race, sex, and eye color
• Booking number and date
• All charges at time of arrest
• Bond amount if set by the court
• Court dates and case numbers
• Housing location within the jail

The Tyler NewWorld system shows this information clearly on each inmate record. Some details may be redacted for privacy, such as home addresses and Social Security numbers.

Alabama Laws on Jail Records

Alabama law makes jail mugshots and booking records public. Several statutes govern how these records are kept and accessed in Jefferson County.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 establishes the Open Records Act. This gives every Alabama resident the right to inspect and copy public records. Mugshots are public records. Anyone can request to see them without giving a reason.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the sheriff to keep a record book of all prisoners. This book must show the name, age, sex, race, and distinguishing marks of each person. It must also show the charges and dates of commitment and release. This book must be open for public inspection during office hours.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 gives the sheriff legal custody of the county jail and all prisoners. This means the Jefferson County Sheriff is responsible for maintaining jail records and mugshots. Staff members work under the sheriff's authority to process bookings and keep records.

If you want records removed, Alabama has expungement laws. Under Alabama Code Sections 15-27-1 and 15-27-2, certain charges can be expunged if they were dismissed or resulted in acquittal. The filing fee is $500, though waivers exist for low-income petitioners.

Cities in Jefferson County

Jefferson County is the most populous county in Alabama. Several major cities are located here. People arrested in these cities are typically booked into Jefferson County Jail.

Birmingham is the county seat and largest city. The Birmingham Police Department books arrestees into the city jail first, then transfers them to county custody. Birmingham has a population of about 196,000.

Hoover is partially in Jefferson County. The portion in Jefferson County uses the Jefferson County Jail. Hoover Police book arrestees into whichever county the arrest occurred in. The city has about 93,000 residents.

Other cities in Jefferson County include Bessemer, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills, Homewood, and Trussville. These cities do not have populations over 50,000 but all use Jefferson County Jail for detention.

Nearby Counties

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

Search Jefferson County Mugshots

Use our search tool to find jail mugshots and arrest records in Jefferson County, Alabama.