Search Jefferson County Police Blotter

Jefferson County Alabama police blotter records are the largest in the state. The county runs two jail facilities. One is in Birmingham. The other is in Bessemer. Together they hold about 1,000 beds. You can search inmates online by name or booking number. The website shows photos and charges. Call (205) 325-5670 for Birmingham jail info. Call (205) 481-4160 for Bessemer. This page explains how to find Jefferson County arrest records.

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office

The Jefferson County Sheriff runs two jail facilities. The main office is at 2200 Reverend Abraham Woods Jr. Blvd in Birmingham. Call (205) 325-5700 to reach the main line. Birmingham Jail is at 809 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd. N. Bessemer Jail is at 1822 2nd Avenue North.

Jefferson County holds state and federal inmates. It is the busiest jail system in Alabama. The facilities serve the greater Birmingham area. Evening visitation runs from 6pm to 7:50pm. New bookings appear on the roster quickly.

How to Search Jefferson County Arrests

Jefferson County has an online inmate search. You can search by name. You can also use a booking number. The portal shows current inmates. Photos and charges are listed.

If you cannot find someone online, call the jail. For Birmingham, dial (205) 325-5670. For Bessemer, dial (205) 481-4160. Staff can look up names for you. You can also visit in person during business hours.

Note: Jefferson County runs two jails, so check both locations when searching for an inmate.

What Jefferson County Records Show

Jefferson County jail records show key facts. You will see names and dates of birth. Charges are listed. Bond amounts appear when set. Mugshots are included for most inmates.

The search also shows booking dates. You can see which facility holds the inmate. Court dates may be listed. Records update often. New inmates appear within hours.

Note: Evening visitation at Jefferson County jails runs from 6pm to 7:50pm daily.

Alabama Police Blotter Laws

Alabama is an open records state. The law says you can view public records. Jail rosters are public. Jefferson County must follow these rules.

Alabama Code Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a jail book open for public view during office hours. You can inspect records for free. The sheriff cannot deny you access. This is your legal right as an Alabama citizen.

Cities in Jefferson County

Jefferson County includes Birmingham, Bessemer, and Hoover. It also has Homewood and Mountain Brook. City arrests go to Jefferson County jails. Search the Jefferson County roster for all local arrests.

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