Clarke County Booking Records
Clarke County recent bookings are handled by the sheriff's office in Grove Hill. This southwest Alabama county has about 23,000 residents. The county has rural charm and river access. Clarke County does not have an online jail roster. You must call or visit for booking records. This guide shows how to find recent booking records in Clarke County.
Clarke County Jail Quick Facts
Clarke County Sheriff's Office
The Clarke County Sheriff's Office manages the county jail. The sheriff runs all jail operations. The main office is in Grove Hill. Staff are available during business hours for records requests.
Clarke County is large but rural. Grove Hill is the county seat. The Alabama and Tombigbee rivers flow through the county. The area has forests and farmland.
| Main Office |
Clarke County Sheriff's Office 117 Court Street Grove Hill, AL 36451 Phone: (251) 275-3251 |
|---|---|
| Jail | Phone: (251) 275-3251 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | clarkecountyal.com |
How to Search Clarke County Bookings
Clarke County does not have an online jail roster. You cannot search inmates on the web. The county website has sheriff info but no roster. You must call for booking info.
Call the sheriff's office at (251) 275-3251. 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.
To search Clarke 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 office hours. Staff will search their records. They handle these requests often.
Clarke County Booking Record Fees
Asking about inmates by phone is free. Staff will share basic info at no charge. This includes custody status and bond amounts.
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 (251) 275-3251 to confirm current fees.
How to Request Records in Clarke County
Clarke County has limited online options. Phone and in-person work best here.
By phone is the easiest method. Call (251) 275-3251. Ask about a specific person. Staff can confirm custody. They can share charges and bond info.
In person works well too. Go to 117 Court Street in Grove Hill. 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 time for processing.
Online is not available. The county does not post a roster. Call for the fastest results.
Clarke County River Region
Clarke County sits in Alabama's river region. The Alabama and Tombigbee rivers meet here. The county has a lot of water and forest. This shapes how the sheriff works.
The rivers bring fishing and hunting visitors. The county sees seasonal traffic. The sheriff handles calls from locals and visitors. The jail serves the entire county area.
Grove Hill is the main town. It has county offices and the courthouse. The jail sits near the sheriff's office. All county bookings happen here.
Clarke County also holds inmates from neighboring Choctaw County. Choctaw's jail closed in 2019. Some inmates may be held here. Ask when you call if needed.
Note: Clarke County is rural. Phone is the best way to reach the jail. Call ahead if you plan to visit.
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 Clarke County Jail Roster
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings and inmate info in Clarke County.
Cities in Clarke County
Clarke County has several small towns. All police arrests go to the county jail for booking. There are no city jails.
Towns include Grove Hill, Jackson, Thomasville, and Coffeeville. Grove Hill is the county seat. Jackson is on the Tombigbee River. All arrests go through the sheriff's jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Clarke County. Some have online rosters you can search.