Mobile County Recent Bookings
Mobile County recent bookings are managed by the county sheriff at the Metro Jail facility. This Gulf Coast county has about 400,000 residents. Mobile is Alabama's only port city. The sheriff's office runs one of the state's largest jail systems with capacity for over 1,500 inmates. Mobile County offers a free online jail roster called "Who's in Jail" where you can search current inmates any time. This guide explains how to find booking records in Mobile County.
Mobile County Jail Quick Facts
Mobile County Sheriff's Office
The Mobile County Sheriff's Office maintains all booking records for the county. Sheriff Sam Cochran leads the department. The office has over 600 employees serving the Gulf Coast region.
The Metro Jail is the main detention facility. It operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A separate work release center has 325 additional beds. Both facilities process bookings around the clock.
| Main Office |
Mobile County Sheriff's Office 510 South Royal Street Mobile, AL 36603 Phone: (251) 574-2423 |
|---|---|
| Metro Jail | Phone: (251) 574-4702 |
| Non-Emergency | Phone: (251) 574-8633 |
| Website | mobileso.com |
How to Search Mobile County Bookings Online
Mobile County has a "Who's in Jail" portal. It shows all current inmates. The site updates throughout the day. You can search by name or browse the full list.
Go to mobileso.com. Click on "Who's in Jail" in the menu. Enter a name to search. Results show mugshots, charges, and bond amounts. You can also see booking dates and release info.
To search Mobile County recent bookings, you need:
- First and last name of the person
- Approximate booking date helps
- Date of birth narrows results
Direct link: Mobile County Who's in Jail
The roster shows current inmates only. Released inmates drop off the list. For older records, contact the sheriff's office directly.
Mobile County Booking Record Fees
The online jail roster is free. You can view mugshots and charges at no cost. Getting paper copies may have fees.
Here are typical fees in Mobile County:
- Online roster search: Free
- Copy of booking record: Standard state rates
- ALEA background check: $25.00
- Court record via Alacourt: $9.99
Call the sheriff at (251) 574-2423 to confirm current copy fees.
How to Request Records in Mobile County
You can get Mobile County booking records several ways. Pick the method that works best for you.
Online is fastest. Use the Who's in Jail portal for current inmates. Screenshots are allowed for personal use. The site works on phones and computers.
In person, go to 510 South Royal Street in Mobile. The office is in downtown Mobile. Bring valid ID. Staff can search records and make copies.
By phone, call (251) 574-4702 for the Metro Jail. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody. They can provide charges and bond amounts. Have the full name ready when you call.
Mobile County Metro Jail
The Metro Jail is a maximum security facility. It holds county, state, and federal inmates. The jail can house about 1,500 people. It is one of the largest in Alabama.
Booking happens 24 hours a day. The sheriff posts a "24 Hour Booking" report on the website. This shows everyone booked in the past day. It updates each morning.
Video visits use the GTL platform. Inmates get one free on-site visit per week. The jail offers programs for education and job training. Medical staff are on site around the clock.
Mobile also hosts America's oldest Mardi Gras. The festival started in 1703. Each year, over 40 parades roll through downtown. This creates major policing needs for the sheriff's office.
Alabama Booking Records Laws
Booking records are public in Alabama. Code of Alabama Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep prisoner logs. These logs must be open for inspection.
Section 36-22-13 says records must be available free of charge. You can view jail logs during office hours. No reason is needed to look at them.
The Alabama Open Records Act also applies. You can request copies in writing. The sheriff must respond in a reasonable time.
Search Mobile County Jail Roster
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings in Mobile County.
Cities in Mobile County
Mobile County has several cities and towns. Most arrests go to the Metro Jail for booking. The city of Mobile is the largest.
Other cities include Prichard, Saraland, Chickasaw, and Citronelle. Arrests in these cities go to the Mobile County Metro Jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Mobile County. Check the correct county if you are near a border.