Bullock County Recent Bookings
Bullock County recent bookings are managed by the sheriff's office in Union Springs. This is one of Alabama's most rural counties. About 10,000 people live here. Bullock County does not have an online jail roster. You must call or visit in person to get booking records. This guide explains how to find recent booking records in Bullock County.
Bullock County Jail Quick Facts
Bullock County Sheriff's Office
The Bullock County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail. The sheriff keeps all booking records. The main office is in Union Springs. Staff handle records requests during business hours.
Bullock County is very rural. Union Springs is the county seat. The county has one of the lowest populations in Alabama. The sheriff serves a large area with a small staff.
| Main Office |
Bullock County Sheriff's Office 217 N Prairie Street Union Springs, AL 36089 Phone: (334) 738-2670 |
|---|---|
| Jail | Phone: (334) 738-2670 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | bullockal.com/sheriff |
How to Search Bullock County Bookings
Bullock County does not have an online jail roster. You cannot search inmates on the web. You must call or visit in person. This is common in small rural counties.
Call the sheriff's office at (334) 738-2670. Ask about a specific person. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody. They can share charges and bond amounts. Have the full name ready when you call.
To search Bullock County recent bookings, you need this info:
- First and last name of the person
- Date of birth if known
- Approximate arrest date helps
Phone is the main way to check. Call during business hours for best results. Staff are helpful but busy. Be patient and polite.
Bullock County Booking Record Fees
Asking about inmates by phone is free. You can call as often as you need. Staff will share basic info at no charge.
Getting copies may cost a small fee. Here are typical costs:
- Phone inquiry: Free
- Copy of booking record: $0.50 to $1.00 per page
- Background check via ALEA: $25.00
- Court record search: $9.99 via Alacourt
Call (334) 738-2670 to confirm current fees.
How to Request Records in Bullock County
Bullock County offers limited ways to get booking records. The county is small and rural. Technology is more limited here.
By phone is the main method. Call (334) 738-2670. Ask about a specific inmate. Staff can confirm custody status. They can share charges and bond info. This is the fastest way.
In person works well too. Go to 217 N Prairie Street in Union Springs. Bring valid ID. Staff can search records and make copies. The office is open weekdays.
By mail takes more time. Write to the sheriff's office. Include the person's name and birth date. Add payment for copy fees. Allow extra time for rural mail delivery.
Online is not available. Bullock County does not post a jail roster. This may change in the future. For now, use phone or in-person methods.
Bullock County Rural Access
Bullock County is one of Alabama's most rural counties. The population is small. Resources are limited. The sheriff's office does its best with what it has.
Phone access works well here. Staff know the community. They are used to helping people find info. Call during business hours for the best service. Be ready to spell names clearly.
Union Springs is the main town. Most county services are here. The town has a rich history. It was an important cotton center long ago. Today it serves a small but close community.
The county jail is small. It handles local arrests only. Serious cases may go to larger county facilities. The sheriff works with neighboring counties when needed.
Note: Bullock County may add online services in the future. Call ahead to check if anything has changed.
Alabama Booking Records Laws
Alabama law makes jail records public. Code of Alabama Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a record book of all prisoners. This book must be open for public inspection.
Section 36-22-13 says these records must be available free of charge. You do not need a reason to view them. Anyone can ask to see jail logs during office hours.
The Alabama Open Records Act also protects your right to access. You can request copies of booking records in writing. The sheriff must respond in a reasonable time.
Search Bullock County Jail Roster
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings and inmate info in Bullock County.
Cities in Bullock County
Bullock County has a few small towns. All police arrests go to the county jail for booking. There are no city jails in the county.
Towns include Union Springs and Midway. Union Springs is the county seat. The population is spread across rural areas. All arrests go through the sheriff's office.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Bullock County. Some have online rosters you can search.