Search Talladega County Jail Mugshots

Talladega County jail mugshots are maintained by the Talladega County Sheriff's Department. The county has an online inmate roster where you can search for current inmates and view booking photos. Talladega County is also home to a federal prison, so you need to know which facility to search.

Talladega County Sheriff Jail Roster

The Talladega County Sheriff's Department operates an online inmate roster. This lets you search for current inmates from home. The system shows booking photos and details about each person in custody.

To search for Talladega County mugshots online, visit the Talladega County Sheriff Inmate Roster. You can search by name to find a specific person. The results show the mugshot, charges, bond amount, and booking date.

The online roster shows current inmates only. When someone posts bond or gets released, they are removed from the active listing. For older records, contact the sheriff's office directly or submit a records request.

The system updates throughout the day. If someone was just arrested, it may take a few hours for their booking to appear online. For the most current information, call the jail directly.

FCI Talladega - Federal Prison

Talladega County is home to FCI Talladega, a federal correctional institution. This is separate from the county jail and has different records.

FCI Talladega is a medium-security federal prison for male inmates. It has a population capacity of about 900 inmates. The facility also has an adjacent minimum-security satellite camp.

Federal inmates do not appear on the Talladega County jail roster. The Bureau of Prisons manages federal facilities separately. If you need to find someone at FCI Talladega, use the federal inmate locator at bop.gov.

The county jail handles local and state charges. Federal charges go through the federal system. Make sure you know which system applies before searching.

How to Search Talladega County Jail Records

There are several ways to find jail mugshots and booking records in Talladega County.

The online inmate roster is fastest for current inmates. Go to the sheriff's website and use the inmate search. Enter the last name of the person you are looking for. Results show the mugshot and booking details.

For phone inquiries, call the Talladega County Sheriff's Department at (256) 761-2141. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody and provide information about charges and bond. This is helpful if you need quick answers.

In-person requests work for detailed records. Visit the sheriff's office at 135 East Street North in Talladega. Bring ID and know the full name of the person you need records for. Staff can search the system and print copies. Expect to pay copy fees of $0.25 to $1.00 per page.

For certified criminal history, use ALEA. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency handles statewide background checks. 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. Search Talladega County cases by name or case number.

What Talladega County Booking Records Include

When someone is booked into the Talladega County Jail, staff create a detailed record. Most of this information is visible on the online roster.

A Talladega County booking record includes:

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

The online roster shows most of this for current inmates. Some personal details like home addresses are not displayed publicly. The full record is available at the sheriff's office.

Talladega Superspeedway and Law Enforcement

The Talladega Superspeedway brings hundreds of thousands of visitors to the county for NASCAR races. This affects local law enforcement during race weekends.

During major events, arrests increase in the Talladega area. Common charges include DUI, public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and drug possession. The sheriff's office increases patrols around the speedway.

People arrested during race events go to the Talladega County Jail. The booking process is the same as any other arrest. Expect the jail to be busier than usual during race weekends.

If you need to find someone arrested during a race event, use the online inmate roster or call the sheriff's office. Be aware that booking may take longer due to higher volumes.

Alabama Laws on Jail Records

Alabama law makes jail records public. The Talladega County Sheriff must follow 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. No reason is needed to request them.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires the sheriff to maintain a record book of all prisoners. The book must include name, age, sex, race, and physical description. It must show charges and dates of commitment and release. 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 Talladega County Sheriff is responsible for the jail and all inmates. This includes maintaining accurate records.

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

Contact Talladega County Sheriff

For questions about jail records, mugshots, or inmates, contact the Talladega County Sheriff's Department.

Talladega County Sheriff's Department
135 East Street N
Talladega, AL 35160
Phone: (256) 761-2141

The sheriff's website is tcsdal.com. The online inmate roster is available around the clock. For other questions, contact the office during business hours.

Nearby Counties

Talladega County borders several other Alabama counties. If someone is not in the Talladega jail, check these neighboring counties.

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