Dothan Recent Bookings
Dothan recent bookings can go to two facilities. The city has its own jail. The Houston County Jail also handles Dothan arrests. This Wiregrass region city has about 72,000 residents. Known as the "Peanut Capital of the World," Dothan is one of only four Alabama cities with its own jail. You can search the county roster online for free. This guide explains how to find Dothan arrest records.
Dothan Quick Facts
Where Are Dothan Bookings Kept?
Dothan has its own city jail. The city also uses Houston County Jail for some arrests. You may need to check both facilities.
The Dothan City Jail sits at 210 N. St Andrews Street. It holds people on city charges. More serious cases may transfer to the county.
| Dothan City Jail |
210 N. St Andrews Street Dothan, AL 36303 Phone: (334) 615-4637 |
|---|---|
| Houston County Jail | Phone: (334) 677-4722 |
Dothan Police Department
The Dothan Police Department handles city law enforcement. DPD patrols the largest city in the Wiregrass region.
Police decide where to book people. City charges may stay at the Dothan jail. County charges go to Houston County.
The department posts mugshots on its website. This is unusual for Alabama cities.
| Main Office |
Dothan Police Department 210 N. St Andrews Street Dothan, AL 36303 Phone: (334) 615-3000 |
|---|---|
| Website | dothanpd.org |
| Mugshots | Dothan PD Mugshots |
How to Search Dothan Bookings Online
Dothan has two search options. The police post mugshots on their site. Houston County has an online roster too.
Check these sources for Dothan arrests:
- Dothan PD Mugshots: dothanpd.org/news/mugshots
- Houston County: Houston County Roster
- City jail: Call (334) 615-4637
Have the full name ready. Check both sources if you do not find the person in one.
Dothan's City Jail
Dothan is one of four Alabama cities with its own jail. The others are Birmingham, Montgomery, and Hoover. Most cities use county jails only.
The city jail handles short-term holds. Minor city violations may stay there. More serious charges transfer to Houston County.
Dothan is called the "Peanut Capital of the World." The region produces a large share of US peanuts. Peanut statues dot the downtown area.
The Wiregrass region is named for a type of grass that grows here. Dothan is the largest city in southeast Alabama. It serves as a regional hub for shopping and healthcare.
Alabama Booking Records Laws
Booking records are public in Alabama. Code of Alabama Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep prisoner logs open for inspection.
Section 36-22-13 makes these records available free of charge.
The Alabama Open Records Act protects public access.
Search Dothan Arrest Records
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings in Dothan.
Houston County Information
Dothan is in Houston County. For more about the county jail and booking records, visit the county page.
Other Alabama Cities
These major Alabama cities also have booking record information available.