Search Bibb County Police Records

Police records from Bibb County are maintained by the sheriff's office in Centreville. Arrest records, jail rosters, and booking information are available through formal requests. The Bibb County Sheriff handles law enforcement for rural areas while the county jail holds inmates from across the county.

Bibb County Sheriff's Office

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement for the county. They patrol roads, respond to calls, and investigate crimes in unincorporated areas. The office is based in Centreville, the county seat of Bibb County.

Sheriff's deputies create arrest records when they take someone into custody. These records contain the person's name, date of birth, charges, and other booking details. A mugshot is taken at the time of booking. All of this becomes part of the official record.

Contact Information:

• Address: 8 Court Square West, Centreville, AL 35042
• Phone: (205) 926-3129
• County Seat: Centreville
• Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Bibb County is part of the 4th Judicial Circuit along with Dallas, Perry, and Wilcox counties. Criminal cases go to Bibb County Circuit Court for prosecution. The sheriff works with the District Attorney to prepare cases for court.

If you need a police record from Bibb County, start with the sheriff's office. They can tell you if they have the record and how to get a copy. Written requests work best for documentation purposes.

Bibb County Jail Information

The Bibb County Jail is operated by the sheriff under Alabama law. Per Alabama Code Section 36-22-8, the sheriff must maintain records of all inmates confined in the county jail. This is a legal duty that applies to every county in the state.

Jail records show who is currently in custody. They also show who was released recently. Information typically includes the inmate's name, booking date, charges, and bond amount. Some records include the mugshot taken at booking.

The county jail is a smaller facility. It holds people who are awaiting trial or serving short sentences under one year. Anyone sentenced to more than a year goes to the Alabama Department of Corrections to serve their time.

To find out if someone is in the Bibb County Jail, call the sheriff's office. Give them the person's full name and date of birth if you have it. They can confirm whether that person is currently in custody.

Want to be notified when an inmate is released? Sign up for VINELink at vinelink.com. This free service sends alerts when an inmate's status changes. You can get notifications by phone, email, or text message.

Bibb County is home to several state prison facilities run by the Alabama Department of Corrections. These are separate from the county jail. If you need information about state inmates, use the ADOC search at doc.alabama.gov instead.

Requesting Police Records

Alabama's public records law is found in Section 36-12-40 of the Alabama Code. It gives Alabama residents the right to inspect and copy public records. This includes most police records that are not part of an active investigation.

There is one catch. You must be a resident of Alabama to make a records request. This is different from many other states. You will need to show proof of residency, such as an Alabama driver's license or voter registration card.

To make a request, do the following. Write down exactly what records you want. Be specific. Include names, dates, and case numbers if you have them. This helps the agency find your records faster.

Send your written request to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office. You can mail it or deliver it in person. Include your contact information so they can reach you about your request.

Alabama law does not set a deadline for agencies to respond. It could take a few days or several weeks. Be patient, but follow up if you do not hear back. If they deny your request, they must explain why in writing.

Records you can typically request:

• Arrest reports and booking records
• Incident reports for closed cases
• Mugshots of booked individuals
• Traffic accident reports
• Jail rosters and inmate information

Some records are exempt. Active investigations stay closed until the case is done. Juvenile records are not public. Personal information like Social Security numbers gets blacked out before release.

Fees for Police Records

The sheriff can charge a reasonable fee for copies. Most Alabama agencies charge between 25 cents and one dollar per page. Larger requests may have additional processing fees.

Before you submit your request, ask about the fees. This way you know what to expect. Payment is usually by cash, check, or money order. Not all offices accept credit cards.

If you just want to view records without copies, that is often free. You can inspect documents in person at the sheriff's office. Bring your ID and proof of Alabama residency.

State background checks through ALEA cost $25 by mail or $15 online. These are separate from local police records. The sheriff's office does not run criminal background checks for the public.

Alabama Criminal Records

Local arrests in Bibb County get reported to the state. Alabama law requires sheriffs to send fingerprint cards and arrest information to ALEA within 30 days. This builds the statewide criminal database.

ALEA keeps the central criminal history records for Alabama. If you need a complete background check, go through them. Local records show only what happened in that county. State records show arrests from across Alabama.

Contact ALEA for statewide records:

• Address: 301 S. Ripley Street, Montgomery, AL 36130
• Phone: (334) 353-4301
• Criminal Records Line: 1-866-740-4762
• Online: alea.gov

You can also search Alabama court records through Alacourt Access. Go to pa.alacourt.com to look up criminal cases. A name search costs $9.99 for the first case. This shows what happened in court after an arrest.

Bibb County Court Records

Court records are different from police records. Police records show the arrest. Court records show what happened after that. The Bibb County Circuit Clerk keeps court files.

The courthouse is in Centreville. Circuit Court handles felonies and appeals. District Court handles misdemeanors and initial hearings. Both courts are in the same building.

Court records include charging documents, plea agreements, trial transcripts, and sentencing orders. If you want to know the outcome of a case, you need court records. Police records only show the arrest side of things.

For court records, contact the Bibb County Circuit Clerk. They can help you find case files and documents. You can also search online through the Alacourt system if you prefer.

Towns in Bibb County

Bibb County is mostly rural with a few small towns. Centreville is the county seat and largest town. Other communities include Brent, West Blocton, and Woodstock. None of these have populations large enough for dedicated pages here.

Some towns may have their own small police forces. For crimes that happen within city limits, check with that town's police first. The sheriff handles everything in unincorporated areas.

No matter who makes the arrest, inmates typically go to the Bibb County Jail. That is where you will find jail records. Call the sheriff to ask about specific inmates or arrests.

Nearby Counties

If you need records from neighboring areas, here are the counties that border Bibb County:

Each county has its own sheriff and jail. Records from one county are not kept in another. Make sure you know where the incident happened before requesting records.

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