Wilcox County Recent Bookings

Wilcox County recent bookings are handled by the sheriff's office in Camden. About 10,000 people live in this rural south-central Alabama county. The sheriff runs the county jail and maintains all booking records. Wilcox County does not have a full online roster. You will need to call or visit for booking info. This guide shows how to find recent bookings in Wilcox County.

Wilcox County Sheriff's Office

The Wilcox County Sheriff's Office keeps all booking records. The office is in Camden, the county seat. The sheriff runs the county jail. Staff book inmates and maintain records as state law requires.

Wilcox County is in Alabama's Black Belt region. The Alabama River runs through it. The county is mostly rural farmland. The jail is small but serves local needs. The sheriff handles most law enforcement.

How to Search Wilcox County Bookings

Wilcox County does not have a full online jail roster. The sheriff's website has basic info. For current inmates, you need to call. Phone is the most reliable method here.

Call the sheriff's office at (334) 682-4715. Staff can check if someone is in jail. They can tell you charges and bond amounts. Have the person's full name ready. This usually gets quick answers.

To search Wilcox County recent bookings, you need:

• Full name of the person
• Date of birth if known
• Approximate arrest date helps

For court records, use Alacourt. This costs $9.99 per search. It shows case files and outcomes. This is separate from jail booking data.

Wilcox County Booking Record Fees

Asking about Wilcox County jail records is free. State law requires public access. Phone calls cost nothing. Viewing records in person is also free.

Getting copies may have a small fee. Here are typical costs:

• Phone inquiry: Free
• Viewing records in person: 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) 682-4715 to confirm current copy fees.

How to Request Records in Wilcox County

You can get Wilcox County booking records a few ways. Phone works best in this county.

By phone is the easiest. Call (334) 682-4715. Staff can confirm custody status. They can share charges and bond info. Have the person's full name ready. This is quick and free.

In person visits work well. Go to the sheriff's office in Camden. Bring valid ID with you. Staff can search records and make copies. The office is open weekdays.

By mail takes more time. Write to the sheriff's office. Include the person's full name. Add their date of birth if known. Include a check for copy fees. Provide a stamped return envelope.

Online access is limited. Phone and in-person methods give the best results here.

Wilcox County and the Alabama River

Wilcox County sits along the Alabama River. The river was once a major trade route. Steamboats traveled through here. Camden grew as a river town. Today the river draws fishermen and boaters.

The county is part of Alabama's Black Belt. The name comes from the dark, rich soil. Cotton was king here for generations. Farming is still important. The economy has diversified some over time.

Population has declined over the years. Wilcox County once had many more people. Today about 10,000 residents remain. The jail is sized for local needs. It does not have as many beds as urban counties.

Camden is the main town. It is the county seat. Pine Hill is another community. Both are small. The sheriff provides law enforcement county-wide. Deputies cover a large rural area.

Deer hunting is popular here. The county has lots of public land. Hunting season brings visitors. Some stay at local camps. The sheriff sees a few more calls during season.

Note: Wilcox County's small size means staff often know who is in jail. A quick phone call usually gets the info you need.

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 Wilcox County Jail Roster

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

Cities in Wilcox County

Wilcox County has a few small towns. None have their own jails. All arrests go to the county facility.

Towns include Camden, Pine Hill, Pine Apple, and Alberta. Local law enforcement is limited. The Wilcox County Sheriff handles nearly all arrests, bookings, and detention for the county.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Wilcox County. Check the right county if you are near a border.