Dallas County Police Records

Police records in Dallas County are kept by Sheriff Michael L. Granthum's office in Selma. The county is in the Alabama Black Belt region. It has a rich civil rights history but also significant crime issues. The jail holds around 180 inmates. You can search the online jail lookup by name or AIS number. The sheriff also handles requests for incident reports and arrest documents. This page covers how to find arrest records, request police reports, and contact the jail.

Dallas County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff Michael L. Granthum leads the department. The office is near the courthouse in downtown Selma. They handle law enforcement for the county outside city police zones.

The jail is on Sellfield Road outside town. It can hold about 180 inmates. Staff process bookings and manage daily operations.

Sheriff's Office:

• Address: 102 Church Street, Selma, AL 36702
• Phone: (334) 874-2530

County Jail:

• Address: 988 Sellfield Road, Selma, AL 36702
• Phone: 334-874-2585

Call the jail for inmate questions. They can check custody status. They give bond amounts over the phone.

For records requests, contact the main office. Staff can help with incident reports and arrest records.

Dallas County Jail Lookup

Dallas County has an online jail lookup tool. You can search by name or by AIS number. The AIS is the Alabama Inmate Serial number.

The county website has a search portal at the sheriff's page. Check dallascounty-al.org and look for the jail lookup link.

What you can find:

• Inmate name and photo
• Booking date
• Charges filed
• Bond amount
• Custody status

The search is free. No account needed. Type in the name and hit search.

If you have the AIS number, that is the fastest way. It pulls up the exact inmate you need.

For records not in the system, call the jail at 334-874-2585. Staff can check older bookings.

Jail Visitation Hours

Dallas County Jail has extended visit hours. They are more open than most jails.

Weekday hours: Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM

Weekend hours: Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM

These are general visiting windows. Call ahead to confirm. You need to be on the inmate's approved list.

Visit rules:

• Bring valid photo ID
• No cell phones
• Dress code applies
• No drugs or weapons
• Must be on the list

Get added to the list by contacting the jail. The inmate can also request to add you.

Types of Dallas County Records

The sheriff keeps various types of records. Here is what you can request.

Arrest records are made at booking. They have name, charges, date of birth, and mugshot. These are public for adults.

Incident reports describe crimes and calls. An officer writes up what happened. Get copies from the records division.

Crash reports for county roads are held by the sheriff. Highway crashes go through ALEA troopers. ALEA reports cost $17 online.

Warrants are issued by courts. Active warrants may not be public. After arrest, the complaint is a public record.

Background checks run through ALEA statewide. The cost is $25 by mail or $15 online.

Not all info is public. Home addresses get redacted. Social Security numbers are not released. Juvenile names stay sealed.

How to Request Dallas County Records

You can get records in person, by mail, or start with a phone call.

In person: Go to 102 Church Street in Selma. Bring your Alabama ID. Tell staff what record you need. Pay any fees on site.

By mail: Write a request letter. State what you need clearly. Include dates and names. Attach a copy of your Alabama driver's license. Send to: Dallas County Sheriff's Office, 102 Church Street, Selma, AL 36702.

By phone: Call (334) 874-2530 for info. Staff can tell you if a record exists. For copies, they will ask you to come in or mail a request.

Include in your request:

• Your name and contact info
• Copy of your Alabama ID
• Description of records needed
• Date range or case number
• Payment for fees

Only Alabama residents can request records per Section 36-12-40. Prove residency with your ID.

Dallas County Record Fees

Here is what to expect for costs.

The online jail lookup is free. No charge to search.

Paper copies cost money. Most offices charge $0.50 to $1.00 per page. Certified copies are more. Ask for current prices.

State background checks cost $25 by mail or $15 online through ALEA.

ALEA crash reports are $17 online. Local reports may have different fees.

Pay by cash, check, or money order. Credit cards may not be accepted. Call first to confirm.

Fees change. Verify costs before mailing payment.

Alabama Open Records Law

Your right to police records comes from state law. The Open Records Act sets the rules.

Section 36-12-40 gives residents the right to inspect public records. This covers arrest logs, booking data, and incident reports.

Only Alabama residents can make requests. You must show proof like a driver's license.

Section 36-12-41 says agencies must provide copies for a fair fee. They cannot deny without reason.

Exempt info includes:

• Arrestee home addresses
• Social Security numbers
• Driver's license numbers
• Juvenile files
• Active investigation data
• Security plans

Alabama law has no response deadline. Requests can take weeks. No penalty for slow replies.

If denied, sue in circuit court. No state appeals board. Two year limit to file.

Dallas County Court Records

Court records are kept by the Circuit Clerk. They are separate from police records. Go to the Dallas County Courthouse in Selma.

Dallas County is in the 4th Judicial Circuit. It shares this circuit with Bibb, Perry, and Wilcox Counties. Circuit Court handles felonies. District Court does misdemeanors and traffic.

Search online at pa.alacourt.com. A name search costs $9.99 and includes one case. Extra cases and documents have more fees.

For certified copies, visit the clerk. Bring ID. Certified copies cost more but carry legal weight.

Selma Police Records

Selma is the largest city in Dallas County. It has its own police department. For crimes within city limits, contact Selma PD.

The Selma Police Department handles local incident reports. They have their own records division. The sheriff handles county areas outside Selma.

Selma does not meet the 50,000 population threshold for a dedicated page on this site. Contact the city police directly for local records.

The county sheriff and city police work together. If you are not sure who has your record, call both offices. They can point you the right way.

Statewide Search Tools

Some searches go beyond Dallas County. Use these state resources.

ALEA manages statewide criminal records. Call 1-866-740-4762. Their office is at 301 S. Ripley Street in Montgomery.

The Alabama DOC search finds state prison inmates. It does not show county jail inmates.

The Sex Offender Registry is free. Search by name or zip code.

VINELink at vinelink.com sends inmate alerts. Free to sign up. Good for crime victims.

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