Search Limestone County Recent Bookings

Limestone County recent bookings are managed by the sheriff's office in Athens. This county sits in north Alabama near the Tennessee border. About 103,000 people live here. The county has grown fast due to Huntsville's expansion. Limestone County does not have a public online jail roster. You must call or visit the sheriff's office to get booking information.

Limestone County Sheriff's Office

The Limestone County Sheriff's Office runs the jail and keeps all booking records. Sheriff Joshua McLaughlin leads the department. The office is in Athens, the county seat. Deputies serve the entire county.

The jail holds inmates awaiting trial and those serving short sentences. Police from Athens, Ardmore, and other towns bring arrestees here. The sheriff's staff processes all bookings. They take mugshots, record charges, and set bond amounts based on judge orders.

How to Find Limestone County Bookings

Limestone County does not have an online jail roster open to the public. This is common for some Alabama counties. You need to contact the sheriff's office directly for booking information.

Call the sheriff's office at (256) 232-0111. Staff can tell you if someone is in jail. They can provide charges and bond amounts. 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 1201 W. Market Street in Athens. Bring valid ID with you. Staff can look up records and make copies. The office is open on 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.

Limestone 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 Limestone 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 (256) 232-0111 to confirm current fees before visiting.

How to Request Records in Limestone County

Without an online roster, you must use phone, mail, or in-person requests to get Limestone County booking records.

Phone calls work fast for basic info. Call (256) 232-0111 during business hours. Staff can confirm custody status. They can provide charges and bond details. This takes just a few minutes.

In person visits are best for detailed records. Go to the sheriff's office at 1201 W. Market Street in Athens. Bring ID with you. Staff can search records and make copies. You can pay fees on the spot.

By mail, write to the Limestone County Sheriff's Office at 1201 W. Market Street, Athens, AL 35611. Include the person's full name and date of birth. Say what records you need. Include a check for copy fees. Add a stamped return envelope.

The circuit clerk has court records. Visit the courthouse in Athens for case files. Alacourt provides online access for a fee.

Limestone County's Rapid Growth

Limestone County is one of Alabama's fastest growing areas. Huntsville's expansion drives much of this growth. Many people move here for jobs. The population has jumped in recent years.

Athens is the largest city. It serves as the county seat. Ardmore and Elkmont are other towns. The city of Madison extends into Limestone County too. Some residents live in Madison but are in Limestone County.

This growth creates challenges. More people means more police calls. The jail handles more bookings than before. The sheriff's office has added staff to keep up. Response times remain good despite the growth.

Highway 72 runs through the county. It connects Athens to Huntsville. Traffic is heavy during rush hours. Officers patrol this busy corridor. Many arrests happen along major roads.

The county has a mix of old and new. Historic farms sit next to new subdivisions. Long-time residents live near newcomers. This blend creates a unique community.

Note: The city of Madison spans both Madison County and Limestone County. If an arrest happened in Madison, check which county it falls under.

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. Even without an online roster, the sheriff must provide records upon request.

Search Limestone County Jail Roster

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

Cities in Limestone County

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

Cities include Athens, Ardmore, Elkmont, and parts of Madison. Athens 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 Limestone County. Check the correct county if you are near a border.