Search Dale County Police Records

Police records in Dale County are managed by the Sheriff's Office in Ozark. Sheriff Wally Olson runs the department and jail. Dale County has a free online inmate roster where you can search for current inmates. The jail, named after former Sheriff Bryant Mixon, holds up to 116 people. This page shows you how to find arrest records, check jail status, and request reports in Dale County.

Dale County Sheriff's Office

The Dale County Sheriff's Office is on West Reynolds Street in Ozark. Sheriff Wally Olson heads the department. His team handles patrol, investigations, and the county jail.

Ozark is the county seat. The main office sits near downtown. Staff are there during normal business hours. The jail is a short drive away on Adams Street.

Contact information:

• Address: 113 West Reynolds Street, Ozark, AL 36360
• Phone: (334) 774-2335
• Jail Address: 124 Adams Street, Ozark, AL 36360
• Jail Phone: (334) 774-5402

The sheriff's office covers all of Dale County outside the cities. Ozark Police and other city departments handle crimes in their towns. Fort Novosel, the Army base in Dale County, has military police for on-post matters.

Dale County is in the 33rd Judicial Circuit. This circuit also includes Geneva County. Cases go to the Circuit Court in Ozark for trial. The courthouse is downtown near the sheriff's office.

Online Inmate Roster

Dale County has a free online inmate search. Go to the sheriff website to access it. The roster shows everyone currently in jail.

To search, visit daleso.com/roster.php. You can look up people by name. The results show booking info and charges. Photos appear for most inmates.

Each listing includes:

• Inmate name and booking photo
• Date they were booked
• Charges filed against them
• Bond amount if set
• Release date if known

The roster also shows people released in the last 48 hours. This helps if you are looking for someone who just got out. The data updates each day.

The search is free and open to anyone. No login is required. It works on phones, tablets, and computers. Bookmarks let you check back easily.

If someone is not on the roster, they may be in another jail. Or they might not have been arrested. Call the jail to verify if you have concerns.

Bryant Mixon Detention Center

The Dale County Jail is named after Sheriff Bryant Mixon. He served the county for many years. The facility was built in 1988 and holds 116 inmates.

The jail sits on Adams Street in Ozark. It is separate from the main sheriff's office. Jail staff work around the clock. They handle bookings, releases, and daily operations.

The facility is medium security. It houses people waiting for trial. Some inmates serve short sentences there. Felons with long terms go to state prison instead.

Here is what happens at booking:

• Personal items are logged and stored
• Fingerprints and photos are taken
• Medical screening is done
• Charges are recorded in the system
• Bond is set based on the crime

Inmates get phone access after booking. Calls use a prepaid system. Family can add funds to the account online. Mail is allowed but staff check all letters.

The jail has male and female sections. Each area has cells and common space. Meals are served three times daily. Medical staff visit regularly.

Visiting an Inmate

Dale County allows jail visits. The rules have changed over the years. Many visits now happen by video instead of in person.

To schedule a visit, contact the jail. Ask about current hours and rules. You may need to sign up in advance. Walk-in visits are often not allowed.

Basic visit rules include:

• You must be on the approved visitor list
• Bring valid photo ID
• Dress appropriately, no revealing clothing
• No cell phones or bags in the visit area
• Arrive on time or lose your slot

Video visits let you talk through a screen. You can do this from home in some cases. The jail uses a third-party system. There is usually a small fee per visit.

Attorney visits are handled differently. Lawyers can see clients during business hours. They must show their bar card. These visits are confidential.

How to Request Records

Police records in Dale County are available to the public. Alabama law grants access to most records. You must be an Alabama resident to make requests.

Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 covers public records. It says residents can inspect and copy records. Some items are exempt. Active investigations may be withheld.

To get an arrest record, go to the sheriff's office. Ask the records clerk for help. Give them the name and date of arrest. They will search and make copies for you.

Incident reports work the same way. Tell the clerk when and where the event happened. If the sheriff responded, they have the report. City police keep their own records.

You will need to bring:

• Alabama ID showing residency
• Name of the person in the record
• Dates or case numbers if known
• Payment for copy fees

Mail requests work too. Write a letter with all the details. Include a money order for fees. Send it to the sheriff's office. Allow 2 to 3 weeks for a reply.

Background checks from ALEA are different. The sheriff cannot run those. Contact the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency directly. The fee is $25 by mail or $15 online.

Record Fees

Costs for records in Dale County are reasonable. Most requests are under $25. Here is what to expect.

The online inmate roster is free. You pay nothing to search. Prints from your own device cost you nothing either.

Paper records cost money. Incident reports are usually $10 to $20. Arrest records fall in the same range. Copy fees add up at about $0.50 per page.

Crash reports have set prices. Sheriff handled wrecks cost around $10 to $15. ALEA crashes on highways are $17 online.

Court records are separate. The Circuit Clerk charges for copies. Certified documents cost more than plain ones. Alacourt Access charges $9.99 for online searches.

Payment varies by request type. Cash works in person. Money orders work for mail. Some online options take credit cards.

Dale County Court Records

Court records are kept at the courthouse. The Circuit Clerk manages case files. This is separate from the sheriff's records.

Dale County is in the 33rd Judicial Circuit. The courthouse is in downtown Ozark. Criminal cases are filed here after arrest. The clerk keeps all the paperwork.

You can search cases online. Alacourt Access at pa.alacourt.com has Dale County records. A name search costs $9.99. It includes one case. Extra cases cost more.

For paper copies, visit the clerk's office. Bring the case number if you have it. Tell them what documents you need. Fees apply for each copy.

District Court handles smaller matters. This includes traffic tickets and minor crimes. The District Clerk is in the same building.

Dale County and Dothan

Part of Dothan extends into Dale County. Dothan is mostly in Houston County. But the city limits cross the county line. This can cause confusion about records.

If something happened in the Dothan part of Dale County, the sheriff may have it. Or Dothan police might. It depends on where exactly it occurred. Call both if you are not sure.

Fort Novosel is also in Dale County. This is a major Army installation. Military police handle crimes on post. Those records go through the Army, not local agencies.

Legal Help Resources

Legal aid is available for those who qualify. If you cannot afford a lawyer, there are options. Here is where to find help in Dale County.

Legal Services Alabama helps with civil matters. They serve low income clients. Criminal defense is not included. But they can help with expungement and other issues.

Public defenders handle criminal cases. If you cannot pay for a lawyer, ask the judge. They will appoint one at your first hearing.

The Alabama State Bar has a referral line. Call 800-354-6154 to find a lawyer. They connect you with attorneys in the Wiregrass area. Many offer free first meetings.

Record clearing may be possible. Alabama Code Section 41-9-625 allows expungement. This applies when charges are dropped. A lawyer can help with the paperwork.

Nearby Counties

Dale County borders several other counties. If you cannot find someone in the local jail, try nearby. Inmates sometimes get moved for court or medical care.

Houston County is next door and has Dothan. Their jail is larger. Coffee County is to the west. Geneva County shares the same judicial circuit.

Start Your Search

Use the tool below to search for police records in Dale County. Find arrest records, inmate info, and criminal history.