Coffee County Recent Bookings
Coffee County recent bookings are managed by the sheriff's office. This southeast Alabama county has about 53,000 residents. Coffee County is unique because it has two county seats. Elba and Enterprise both serve as seats. The sheriff runs the county jail but does not have an online roster. This guide shows how to find recent booking records in Coffee County.
Coffee County Jail Quick Facts
Coffee County Sheriff's Office
The Coffee County Sheriff's Office handles all jail operations. Sheriff Dave Sutton leads the department. The main office is in Elba. Staff are available for records requests during business hours.
Coffee County is the only Alabama county with two county seats. Elba and Enterprise share duties. The jail is in Elba. Enterprise has more people but Elba has the main sheriff office.
| Main Office |
Coffee County Sheriff's Office 1001 E. Forest Avenue Elba, AL 36323 Phone: (334) 897-2211 |
|---|---|
| Jail | Phone: (334) 897-2211 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Website | coffeeso.us |
How to Search Coffee County Bookings
Coffee County does not have an online jail roster. You cannot search inmates on the web. The county has a website but no searchable roster. You must call for booking info.
Call the sheriff's office at (334) 897-2211. 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 Coffee County recent bookings, you need this info:
- First and last name of the person
- Date of birth if known
- Approximate arrest date helps
Phone calls are the best way to check. Call during office hours. Staff will search their records for you.
Coffee County Booking Record Fees
Asking about inmates by phone is free. Staff will share basic custody info at no charge. This includes bond amounts and charges.
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) 897-2211 to confirm current fees.
How to Request Records in Coffee County
Coffee County has limited online options. Phone and in-person requests work best here.
By phone is the easiest way. Call (334) 897-2211. Ask about a specific person. Staff can confirm custody. They can share charges and bond info.
In person works well too. Go to 1001 E. Forest Avenue in Elba. 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.
Coffee County Dual County Seats
Coffee County has two county seats. This is rare in Alabama. Elba and Enterprise both have courthouses. The sheriff office and jail are in Elba. Enterprise has county offices too.
Enterprise is the larger city. It has about 28,000 people. The famous Boll Weevil Monument is there. Fort Novosel, formerly Fort Rucker, is nearby. The Army base brings many residents.
Elba is smaller but important. It is the traditional county seat. The jail and main sheriff office are here. The Pea River runs through town. Flooding is a concern at times.
The dual seat system dates back to the 1800s. It was a compromise between the two towns. Both wanted to be the county seat. They split the duties instead.
Note: All Coffee County bookings go to the jail in Elba. Enterprise arrests are transported there for booking.
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 Coffee County Jail Roster
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings and inmate info in Coffee County.
Cities in Coffee County
Coffee County has several cities and towns. All police arrests go to the county jail in Elba for booking. There are no city jails.
Major cities include Enterprise, Elba, New Brockton, and Kinston. Enterprise is the largest. Elba is the main county seat. All arrests go through the sheriff's jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Coffee County. Some have online rosters you can search.