Lee County Recent Bookings

Lee County recent bookings are handled by the sheriff's office in Opelika. This county sits in east-central Alabama along the Georgia border. About 175,000 people live here. Auburn is the largest city. Lee County has a corrections division that manages the jail. The sheriff's website has information about inmates and booking procedures.

Lee County Sheriff's Office

The Lee County Sheriff's Office runs the jail and maintains all booking records. Sheriff Jay Jones leads the department. The main office is in Opelika. The corrections division handles jail operations.

Lee County is one of Alabama's fastest growing areas. Auburn University drives much of this growth. The jail serves a large and diverse population. Police from Auburn, Opelika, and Phenix City bring arrestees here. The sheriff's staff processes all bookings.

How to Search Lee County Bookings

Lee County has information about inmates on the sheriff's website. The corrections division page explains jail policies. You can find details about visitation and inmate services.

To get specific booking information, call the jail. The number is (334) 737-3688. Staff can tell you if someone is in custody. They can provide charges and bond amounts. Have the full name ready when you call.

You can also visit in person. Go to 1900 Frederick Road in Opelika. Bring valid ID. Staff can look up records and answer questions. The office is open weekdays.

For court records, use Alacourt. Visit pa.alacourt.com to search cases. The fee is $9.99 per name. Court records show charges and case outcomes.

Note: Check the corrections division page at leecountysheriff.org/corrections-division for jail policies.

Lee County Booking Record Fees

Basic information is free by phone. Staff can tell you if someone is in jail. Paper copies cost a small fee.

Here are typical costs for Lee 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 (334) 737-3670 to confirm current fees before visiting.

How to Request Records in Lee County

You have several options to get Lee County booking records. Choose the method that fits your needs.

Phone calls are quickest for basic info. Call (334) 737-3688 for the jail. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody. They can tell you the charges and bond amount. Have the person's name ready.

In person visits work for detailed requests. Go to 1900 Frederick Road in Opelika. Bring ID with you. Staff can search records and make copies. You can pay fees on the spot.

By mail, write to the Lee County Sheriff's Office at 1900 Frederick Road, Opelika, AL 36801. Include the person's full name and date of birth. State what records you need. Send a check for copy fees. Include a stamped return envelope.

The circuit clerk has court records. These show case outcomes and sentences. Visit the courthouse in Opelika. Alacourt also has court records online for a fee.

Lee County and Auburn University

Lee County is home to Auburn University. This shapes the area in many ways. Over 30,000 students attend the school. Game days bring over 80,000 visitors to town.

Auburn football creates policing challenges. Crowds pack the city on fall Saturdays. Officers work overtime during games. Alcohol-related arrests spike on these days. The sheriff adds extra patrols for big events.

The student population affects booking patterns. College students face various charges. Underage drinking is common. Drug offenses happen on and off campus. Most students use the county jail when arrested.

Opelika is the county seat. It serves as the commercial center. Many businesses have moved here. The population has grown fast. This brings more police activity.

Phenix City is also in Lee County, though most of that city lies in Russell County. The shared border creates some confusion. Check which county handles the location before searching for records.

Note: Auburn does not have its own jail. All city arrests go to the Lee County Jail in Opelika.

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. The sheriff must provide records upon proper request.

Search Lee County Jail Roster

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

Cities in Lee County

Lee County has several cities. All arrests go to the county jail for booking. There is no city jail in this county.

Other cities include Opelika, Smiths Station, and Loachapoka. Auburn is the largest city. Opelika is the county seat. All city police bring arrestees to the Lee County Jail.

Nearby Counties

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