Lamar County Recent Bookings

Lamar County recent bookings are managed by the sheriff's office in Vernon. This small county sits in northwest Alabama near the Mississippi border. About 13,700 people live here. Lamar County does not have an online jail roster. You must call or visit the sheriff's office to get booking information. This guide explains how to find recent bookings in Lamar County.

Lamar County Sheriff's Office

The Lamar County Sheriff's Office runs the county jail. They handle all booking records. The office is located in Vernon, the county seat. Staff provide law enforcement for the entire county.

Lamar County is rural with a small population. The jail is modest in size. It holds inmates awaiting court or serving short sentences. City police in Vernon and Millport bring arrestees here. The sheriff's staff processes all bookings and maintains records.

How to Find Lamar County Bookings

Lamar County does not have an online jail roster. This is common for smaller rural counties in Alabama. You need to contact the sheriff's office directly to get booking information.

Call the sheriff's office at (205) 695-7470. Staff can tell you if someone is in jail. They can give you basic booking details. Have the person's full name ready. Spell it out clearly. A date of birth helps narrow the search.

You can also visit in person. Go to 36700 Highway 17 in Vernon. Bring valid ID with you. Staff can look up records and make copies. The office is open on weekdays.

For older records, call ahead first. Some records may be in storage. Staff can pull them if given notice. Written requests work well for detailed record needs.

Note: Lamar County Court records are available through Alacourt. Visit lamar.alacourt.gov for case information. The fee is $9.99 per search.

Lamar County Booking Record Fees

Basic booking information is free. Staff can tell you over the phone if someone is in jail. Getting paper copies costs a small fee.

Here are typical costs for Lamar County booking records:

• Phone inquiry about current inmates: 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 (205) 695-7470 to confirm current fees before visiting.

How to Request Records in Lamar County

Since there is no online roster, you must use other methods to get Lamar County booking records.

Phone is the quickest option. Call (205) 695-7470 during business hours. Staff can check if someone is in custody. They can provide basic details about charges and bond. This takes just a few minutes.

In person visits work for detailed requests. Go to the sheriff's office in Vernon. Bring valid ID. Staff can search records and make copies. You can pay fees on the spot. The office closes at 4:00 PM.

By mail, write to the Lamar County Sheriff's Office at 36700 Highway 17, Vernon, AL 35592. Include the person's full name and date of birth. State what records you need. Include a check for copy fees. Add a self-addressed stamped envelope for reply.

Court records are separate from jail records. Use Alacourt for case information. The court clerk in Vernon also has files. Both charge fees for copies.

Lamar County's Rural Character

Lamar County is one of Alabama's smallest counties. It has a rural, quiet character. Crime rates are low compared to urban areas. The jail sees fewer bookings than larger counties.

Vernon is the main town. It serves as the county seat. Millport and Kennedy are other communities. The county borders Mississippi to the west. Some residents work across the state line.

The sheriff's office handles a wide area. Deputies patrol rural roads and small towns. Response times can be longer due to distances. State troopers also patrol highways in the county.

Agriculture plays a big role here. Many residents farm or work in related jobs. Property crimes and drug offenses make up most arrests. Violent crime is rare. The jail population stays low most of the time.

The lack of an online roster reflects limited resources. Small counties often cannot afford fancy websites. Calling the sheriff works well here. Staff know most inmates by name. They can help you quickly.

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 protects your right to access public records. Even without an online roster, you can request booking records in person or by mail.

Search Lamar County Jail Roster

Use the search tool below to find recent bookings and inmate information in Lamar County.

Cities in Lamar County

Lamar County has a few small towns. All arrests go to the county jail for booking. There is no city jail in this county.

Cities include Vernon, Millport, Kennedy, and Sulligent. Vernon is the largest and serves as the county seat. City police handle local calls but bring all arrestees to the county facility.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Lamar County. Check the correct county if you are near a border.