St. Clair County Mugshots

St. Clair County jail mugshots are maintained by the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office. The county has a full online jail roster that shows current inmates with booking photos. You can search for free any time of day. St. Clair is one of the few Alabama counties with dual county seats.

St. Clair County Sheriff Jail Roster

The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office provides a full online jail roster. This is one of the better systems in Alabama for public access. You can search for current inmates from home without having to call or visit the office.

To find St. Clair County mugshots online, go to the St. Clair County Sheriff Jail Roster page. The roster shows all current inmates with their booking photos. You can search by name to find a specific person.

Each listing includes the charges, booking date, bond amount, and other details. The system updates regularly so you can see current custody status. Once someone bonds out or is released, they come off the active roster.

For older records that are no longer on the active roster, you need to contact the sheriff's office directly. They keep records of all past bookings even after release.

Dual County Seats in St. Clair County

St. Clair County is one of the few Alabama counties with two county seats. Ashville and Pell City both serve as county seats. This is worth understanding if you need to find records.

The 30th Judicial Circuit operates in Ashville on the northern side of the county. Cases from that part of the county are heard at the Ashville courthouse.

The Bessemer Cutoff of the 10th Judicial Circuit serves Pell City and the southern portion. Cases from that area go to Pell City. Yes, this means one county has cases heard in two different judicial circuits.

The main jail is located near Pell City. The address is 1815 Cogswell Avenue, Pell City, AL 35125. All arrestees from St. Clair County go to this facility regardless of where the arrest happened.

For court records, you need to know which courthouse handles the case. Arrests in the northern part of the county go through Ashville. Arrests in the southern part go through Pell City.

How to Search St. Clair County Jail Records

You have several options for finding jail mugshots in St. Clair County.

The online roster is the fastest option for current inmates. Visit the sheriff's website and look for the jail roster link. Search by name to find who you are looking for. The results show the mugshot, charges, and booking details.

Phone inquiries work for quick questions. Call the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office at (205) 884-6842. The jail direct line is (205) 884-6854. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody and provide basic information.

In-person visits give you full access. Go to the sheriff's office at 1815 Cogswell Avenue in Pell City. You can request copies of mugshots and booking records. Bring ID and know the name of the person you are looking for. Copy fees are usually $0.25 to $1.00 per page.

For certified background checks, use ALEA. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency handles statewide criminal history. The fee is $25 by mail or $15 online. Call 334-676-7897 for details.

Court records are available through Alacourt at pa.alacourt.com. Remember to check both Ashville and Pell City courts if you are not sure where the case was filed.

What St. Clair County Booking Records Include

When someone is booked into the St. Clair County Jail, detailed records are created. Most of this information shows on the online roster.

A St. Clair County booking record includes:

• Full name and any known aliases
• Date of birth and age
• Physical description: height, weight, hair, eyes
• Race and sex
• Booking number and date
• All charges at time of arrest
• Bond amount if set
• Arresting agency
• Mugshot photograph
• Court date information when available

The online roster displays most of this for current inmates. Some details like addresses are not shown for privacy reasons. The full record is available at the sheriff's office.

Alabama Laws on Jail Mugshots

Alabama law makes jail records and mugshots public. The St. Clair County Sheriff follows these laws.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 is the Open Records Act. Every Alabama citizen has the right to inspect and copy public records. Jail mugshots are public records. No reason is needed to request them.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the sheriff to keep a record book of all prisoners. This book must include name, age, sex, race, and physical description. It must show charges and dates of commitment and release. The law says this book must be open for inspection during office hours.

Alabama Code Section 14-6-1 gives the sheriff custody of the county jail. The St. Clair County Sheriff is responsible for the jail and all inmates. This includes keeping accurate booking records.

Expungement is available for some cases. Under Alabama Code Sections 15-27-1 and 15-27-2, dismissed charges or acquittals may qualify for expungement. The filing fee is $500. Fee waivers are available for those who cannot afford it.

Contact St. Clair County Sheriff

For questions about jail records, mugshots, or inmates, contact the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office.

St. Clair County Sheriff's Office
1815 Cogswell Avenue
Pell City, AL 35125
Phone: (205) 884-6842
Jail: (205) 884-6854

The sheriff's website is stclairsheriff.com. The online jail roster is available 24/7. For other questions, contact the office during normal business hours.

Nearby Counties

St. Clair County borders several other Alabama counties. If you cannot find someone in the St. Clair jail, try these neighboring counties.

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