Tuscaloosa County Recent Bookings
Tuscaloosa County recent bookings are managed by the sheriff's office at the county jail. This west-central Alabama county has about 230,000 residents. It is home to the University of Alabama. The sheriff provides a free online "Who's In Jail" search tool on the department website. You can look up current inmates any time. This guide explains how to find booking records in Tuscaloosa County.
Tuscaloosa County Jail Quick Facts
Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office
The Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office maintains all jail records. Sheriff Ron Abernathy leads the department. The office serves both the city and rural areas of the county.
The county jail handles bookings from across the region. Tuscaloosa city police bring their arrests here. The university police do the same for campus arrests.
| Main Office |
Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office 714 Greensboro Avenue Tuscaloosa, AL 35401 Phone: (205) 464-8690 |
|---|---|
| Jail | Phone: (205) 464-8204 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | tcsoal.org |
How to Search Tuscaloosa County Bookings Online
Tuscaloosa County has a "Who's In Jail" feature on the sheriff's website. It shows current inmates with photos and charges. The search is free.
Go to tcsoal.org. Look for the jail roster or Who's In Jail link. Enter a name to search. Results show mugshots, charges, and bond amounts.
To search Tuscaloosa County recent bookings, provide:
- First and last name
- Date of birth if known
- Approximate booking date
Direct link: Tuscaloosa County Sheriff
The roster shows current inmates. Released inmates are removed. For older records, contact the sheriff's office.
Tuscaloosa County Booking Record Fees
The online roster is free to use. You can view photos and charges at no cost.
Typical fees in Tuscaloosa County:
- Online roster search: Free
- Copy of booking record: Standard rates
- ALEA background check: $25.00
- Court records: $9.99 via Alacourt
Call (205) 464-8690 to confirm current fees.
How to Request Records in Tuscaloosa County
Tuscaloosa County booking records are available several ways.
Online is fastest. Use the Who's In Jail feature for current inmates. The site works on phones and computers.
In person, visit 714 Greensboro Avenue in Tuscaloosa. Bring valid ID. Staff can search records and make copies.
By phone, call (205) 464-8204 for the jail. Staff can confirm custody status and provide basic info.
Tuscaloosa and the University
The University of Alabama shapes Tuscaloosa County. Over 38,000 students attend UA. The campus adds a unique element to local law enforcement.
Football game days bring over 100,000 fans. Bryant-Denny Stadium fills seven times each fall. This creates major policing challenges. The sheriff works with campus and city police.
UA has its own police department. Campus arrests still go to the county jail for booking. The university does not run a separate jail.
Tuscaloosa recovered from a devastating tornado in 2011. The storm killed 64 people in the county. The community rebuilt and has continued to grow since then.
Note: Tuscaloosa city police bring arrests to the county jail. There is no separate city jail.
Alabama Booking Records Laws
Booking records are public in Alabama. Code of Alabama Section 36-22-8 requires sheriffs to keep prisoner logs open for inspection.
Section 36-22-13 makes these records available free of charge.
The Alabama Open Records Act protects public access.
Search Tuscaloosa County Jail Roster
Use the search tool below to find recent bookings in Tuscaloosa County.
Cities in Tuscaloosa County
Tuscaloosa County includes the city of Tuscaloosa and several smaller towns. All use the county jail.
Other areas include Northport, Cottondale, and Brookwood. Arrests in these areas go to the Tuscaloosa County Jail.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Tuscaloosa County.