St. Clair County Recent Bookings
St. Clair County recent bookings are handled by the sheriff's office. About 93,000 people live in this growing central Alabama county. St. Clair is unique with two county seats. Ashville and Pell City both serve as county seats. The sheriff runs the jail and maintains all booking records. St. Clair County offers online access to jail info. This guide shows how to find recent bookings in St. Clair County.
St. Clair County Jail Quick Facts
St. Clair County Sheriff's Office
The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office maintains all booking records. The main office is in Ashville. The sheriff operates the county jail. Staff book inmates and keep records as state law requires.
St. Clair County has two county seats. Ashville is the historical seat in the north. Pell City is the seat in the south. Both have courthouse facilities. The county has grown fast in recent years. It is now one of Alabama's larger counties by population.
| Main Office |
St. Clair County Sheriff's Office 107 Court Street Ashville, AL 35953 Phone: (205) 594-2120 |
|---|---|
| Pell City Office |
1815 Cogswell Avenue Pell City, AL 35125 Phone: (205) 884-6851 |
| County Jail | Phone: (205) 594-2120 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | stclairsheriff.org |
How to Search St. Clair County Bookings Online
St. Clair County provides online access to jail information. The sheriff's website has a corrections section. You can find inmate data there. The system shows who is in custody.
Go to the sheriff's website. Look for the corrections link. You can search for inmates by name. Results show booking info and charges. Bond amounts are listed when set.
To search St. Clair County recent bookings, you need:
- First and last name of the person
- Date of birth helps narrow results
- Booking number if available
Direct link: St. Clair County Corrections
The system updates regularly. New bookings appear as processed. Call the jail if you need info right away. Staff can check records by phone.
St. Clair County Booking Record Fees
Most St. Clair County booking searches are free. Online access costs nothing. You can view inmate info at no charge. Alabama law requires free public access.
Getting copies may have a small fee. Here are typical costs:
- Online search: 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) 594-2120 to confirm current fees.
How to Request Records in St. Clair County
You can get St. Clair County booking records several ways. The method depends on what you need.
Online works for current inmate info. Use the corrections page on the sheriff's website. You can view names, charges, and bonds. For older records, try other methods.
In person visits work well. Go to either the Ashville or Pell City office. Bring valid ID with you. Staff can search records and make copies. Both offices are open weekdays.
By phone is quick for basic info. Call (205) 594-2120 for Ashville. Call (205) 884-6851 for Pell City. Staff can confirm if someone is in custody. They can tell you charges and bond amounts.
By mail takes more time. Write to the main office in Ashville. Include the person's full name. Add date of birth if known. Include a check for any copy fees. Provide a stamped return envelope.
St. Clair County's Dual County Seats
St. Clair County is one of few Alabama counties with two county seats. Ashville is in the north. Pell City is in the south. Both have full courthouse facilities. This goes back to the county's founding in 1818.
The two-seat system affects how the county works. Court cases may be in either location. The sheriff has offices in both cities. Bookings go to the main jail. Both courthouses handle cases.
Pell City has grown quickly. It sits near Interstate 20. Birmingham commuters live here. The population has boomed in recent decades. This means more calls for the sheriff's office.
Logan Martin Lake covers part of the county. The lake draws visitors and weekend residents. Summer months see more activity. The sheriff patrols lake areas too.
St. Clair County borders Jefferson County. Some areas feel like Birmingham suburbs. Moody and Odenville are growing fast. All these towns use the county jail. The sheriff handles all bookings.
Note: Court records may be at either Ashville or Pell City courthouse. Check both locations if needed. Jail records are centralized with the sheriff.
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. You can request copies in writing. The sheriff must respond in a reasonable time.
Search St. Clair County Jail Roster
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings and inmate information in St. Clair County.
Cities in St. Clair County
St. Clair County has many growing towns. None have their own jails. All arrests go to the county facility.
Cities and towns include Ashville, Pell City, Moody, Odenville, Springville, Ragland, and Riverside. Local police in these areas make arrests. The St. Clair County Sheriff handles all bookings and detention.
Nearby Counties
These counties border St. Clair County. Check the right county if you are near a border.