Search Morgan County Police Blotter
Morgan County Alabama police blotter records are available online at morgancountysheriffal.gov. The jail opened in 2006 with 550 beds. An annex added 444 beds in 2016. The total is now 994 beds. You can view current inmates on the website. It also shows 48-hour releases. Morgan County uses the JailTracker system. It has 108 corrections officers. Call (256) 519-4800 for help. This page explains how to find Morgan County arrest records.
Morgan County Sheriff's Office
The Morgan County Sheriff runs the jail in Decatur. Call (256) 519-4800 to reach the main line. The main jail opened in 2006 with 550 beds. An annex added 444 beds in 2016. The total capacity is now 994 beds.
Morgan County has 108 corrections officers. The jail uses the JailTracker system. This keeps records current and searchable. Staff book arrests around the clock. New bookings appear on the roster fast.
How to Search Morgan County Arrests
Morgan County has an online inmate roster. Go to morgancountysheriffal.gov to use it. The site shows current inmates. It also lists 48-hour releases. Photos and full booking details are shown.
If you cannot find someone online, call the sheriff at (256) 519-4800. Staff can look up names for you. You can also visit in person. The sheriff's office is open during business hours.
Note: Morgan County uses the JailTracker system and has 108 corrections officers managing 994 jail beds.
What Morgan County Records Show
Morgan 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. Some records list the arresting agency. Court dates may be included. Records update daily. New inmates appear within hours.
Alabama Police Blotter Laws
Alabama is an open records state. The law says you can view public records. Jail rosters are public. Morgan 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: The Morgan County jail opened in 2006, with an annex added in 2016 bringing total capacity to 994 beds.
Cities in Morgan County
Morgan County includes Decatur, Hartselle, and Priceville. City arrests go to the Morgan County jail. Search the Morgan County roster for all local arrests.
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