Search Mobile County Police Blotter

Mobile County Alabama police blotter records are available online at mobileso.com. The Mobile County Metro Jail holds about 1,500 inmates on average. There is also a 325-bed minimum security barracks. You can view the "Who's in Jail" section on the website. It shows booking info and charges. Court dates are also listed. Call (251) 574-6412 for help. This page explains how to find arrest records in Mobile County.

Mobile County Sheriff's Office

The Mobile County Sheriff runs the Metro Jail. The office is at 450 St. Emanuel Street in Mobile. Call (251) 574-6412 to reach the main line. The jail averages about 1,500 inmates daily.

Mobile County also has a 325-bed minimum security barracks. The roster updates regularly. New bookings may have a slight delay. Staff book arrests around the clock. New inmates appear on the roster soon after booking.

How to Search Mobile County Arrests

Mobile County has an online "Who's in Jail" page. Go to mobileso.com to use it. The site shows current inmates. Booking info and charges are listed. Court dates are also shown.

If you cannot find someone online, call the sheriff at (251) 574-6412. Staff can look up names for you. You can also visit in person. The sheriff's office is open during business hours.

Note: The Mobile County roster updates regularly, but new bookings may have a slight delay before appearing.

What Mobile County Records Show

Mobile County jail records show key facts. You will see names and dates of birth. Charges are listed. Bond amounts tell you what it costs to get out. Mugshots appear in most cases.

The roster also shows booking dates. Court dates are often included. Some records list the arresting agency. Records update regularly. New inmates appear soon after booking.

Alabama Police Blotter Laws

Alabama is an open records state. The law says you can view public records. Jail rosters are public. Mobile 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.

Note: Visit the Mobile County Sheriff at 450 St. Emanuel Street in Mobile to view records in person.

Cities in Mobile County

Mobile County includes Mobile, Prichard, and Saraland. City arrests go to the Mobile County jail. Search the Mobile County roster for all local arrests.

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