Find Franklin County Recent Bookings

Franklin County recent bookings are managed by the sheriff's office in Russellville. The county sits in northwest Alabama near the Tennessee border. About 32,000 people live here. The sheriff runs the county jail and keeps all booking records. Franklin County offers a free online roster. You can search current inmates at any time. This guide shows how to access booking records in Franklin County.

Franklin County Sheriff's Office

The Franklin County Sheriff's Office handles the jail and all booking records. Sheriff Shannon Oliver leads the department. The office sits in Russellville near the town center. Staff process bookings around the clock.

Franklin County is in the foothills of the Appalachians. The land is hilly with farms and forests. Russellville is the main town. The area has grown due to poultry processing plants. This brought new residents and new challenges for law enforcement.

How to Search Franklin County Bookings Online

Franklin County has a free online jail roster. The roster shows current inmates. Updates happen daily. Search by name or browse the full list.

Visit the sheriff's website. Click on the roster link. Enter a first and last name. Results show mugshots and charges. Bond amounts appear too. The booking date is on each record.

To search Franklin County recent bookings, you need:

• First and last name of the person
• Try different spellings if unsure
• Date of birth helps narrow results

Direct link to search: Franklin County Jail Roster

The site is easy to use. No login needed. Results show fast. Call the jail if you need more help.

Franklin County Booking Record Fees

The online roster is free. Anyone can use it. View mugshots and charges at no cost. Most people find what they need online.

Paper copies have fees. Here are the typical costs:

• Online roster search: Free
• Copy of booking record: $1.00 per page
• Background check via ALEA: $25.00
• Court record search: $9.99 via Alacourt

Call (256) 332-8800 to ask about current fees. Cash is best for in person requests.

How to Request Records in Franklin County

Franklin County gives you several ways to get booking records. Choose the method that fits your needs.

Online is the fastest option. Use the jail roster for current inmates. See charges and bond info. Take screenshots if needed. For older records, use other methods.

In person works for complex requests. Go to 410 North Jackson Avenue in Russellville. Bring valid ID. Staff can search records and make copies. The office is open weekdays.

By phone, call (256) 332-8811 for the jail. Ask if someone is held. Get charges and bond amounts. Staff can confirm booking dates. Have the full name ready and spell it out.

By mail, write to the sheriff's office. Include the full name and date of birth. State what records you need. Add payment for copies. Include a return envelope with postage.

Franklin County Poultry Industry

Franklin County changed a lot in recent decades. Poultry processing plants brought major growth. Tyson and other companies have facilities here. This drew workers from many places. The population shifted over time.

Russellville became more diverse. Many Hispanic residents moved here for work. The schools now serve students from many backgrounds. Law enforcement adapted to the changes. Language services became important.

The poultry industry creates jobs. It also brings some issues. Large plants mean many workers. Traffic increased on rural roads. Housing demand went up. The jail sees effects from population growth.

The county sits in a scenic area. Bear Creek and Cedar Creek run through it. Wilson Dam is nearby on the Tennessee River. Outdoor recreation draws visitors. The sheriff handles seasonal crowds at times.

Franklin County borders both Colbert and Lauderdale counties. The Shoals area is nearby. Some residents work in Florence or Muscle Shoals. This creates a regional feel. Law enforcement cooperates across county lines.

Note: The sheriff's office has bilingual staff to help Spanish-speaking residents.

Alabama Booking Records Laws

Alabama law makes jail records public. Code of Alabama Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep a prisoner record book. This must be open for public inspection.

Section 36-22-13 says viewing is free. No reason is needed. Anyone can see jail logs during office hours.

The Alabama Open Records Act supports access. Put requests in writing. The sheriff must respond timely. Franklin County follows these state laws.

Search Franklin County Jail Roster

Use the search tool below to find recent bookings and inmate info in Franklin County.

Cities in Franklin County

Franklin County has several towns. All city police arrests go to the county jail for booking. No city has its own jail.

Cities include Russellville, Red Bay, Phil Campbell, Vina, and Hodges. Russellville is the county seat and largest city. All arrests go to the Franklin County Jail for booking.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Franklin County. Check the correct county if near a border.