Walker County Police Records

Police records in Walker County are held by the Sheriff's Office in Jasper. The county jail houses inmates and the sheriff runs the main booking system for arrests. This guide shows you how to find arrest records, jail info, and criminal history in Walker County.

Walker County Sheriff's Office

The Walker County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. Sheriff Nick Smith leads the department. The office handles patrol, jail operations, and serves civil papers.

You can reach them at:

• Address: 2001 2nd Avenue, Jasper, AL 35501
• Phone: 205-302-6464 (non-emergency)
• Jail Phone: (205) 384-4874

The sheriff's office sits in downtown Jasper. It is near the courthouse. Walk in during business hours to ask about records. Call the jail line if you need inmate info.

Walker County is in the 14th Judicial Circuit. This circuit also includes Fayette County. The Circuit Clerk handles court records for felony and misdemeanor cases filed here.

Walker County Jail Information

The Walker County Jail holds people who are arrested locally. It has space for about 250 inmates. The jail houses both people waiting for trial and those serving short sentences.

Unlike many Alabama counties, Walker County does not have a public online inmate search. You will need to call the jail to ask if someone is there. Call (205) 384-4874 for inmate info. Staff can tell you if a person is in custody.

The jail is open 24 hours a day. You can call at any time to check on an inmate. During business hours, staff can also help with bond questions.

Visitation Schedule

Visits at the Walker County Jail are set by housing unit. Each unit has a set day for visits. Call the jail to find out which day applies to your inmate. Visits last about 30 minutes.

You must show valid ID to visit. No phones or bags are allowed inside. Dress code rules apply. Call ahead to confirm the schedule before you go.

How to Request Police Records

Getting police records in Walker County takes a few steps. The process depends on what type of record you need.

For arrest records, start with the Sheriff's Office. You can visit in person at 2001 2nd Avenue in Jasper. Bring your ID. Ask for the records division. They can help you look up arrest info.

For incident reports from city limits, contact the Jasper Police Department. They handle crimes that happen in town. The sheriff covers rural areas and the rest of the county.

Alabama law gives residents the right to view public records. Alabama Code Section 36-12-40 says citizens can inspect public writings. Arrest records fall under this law.

What to Bring

You will need a few things to request records:

• Photo ID (Alabama license or ID card works best)
• Name of the person whose record you want
• Date of the arrest or incident if you know it
• Case number if you have one
• Payment for any fees

Be ready to wait. Small offices may need time to pull files. Call ahead to check hours and ask about fees.

Bonding Out of Walker County Jail

To bond someone out of jail, you need to know the bond amount. Call the jail at (205) 384-4874. Give them the inmate's name. They will tell you what the bond is.

Walker County has a specific process for bonds. You must pay a $35 money order to the Circuit Clerk. This is in addition to the bond amount. Cash bonds go through the jail. Bail bondsmen can also post bonds.

The Circuit Clerk's office is in the courthouse. They handle the paperwork. After they process it, the jail releases the inmate. This can take a few hours.

Most arrests have a bond amount set. Some charges do not allow bond. Violent crimes or repeat offenders may be held without bond. A judge decides this at the first court hearing.

Criminal Background Checks

For a full criminal history, you need to go through ALEA. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency runs the state database. The sheriff's office only has local arrest records.

ALEA background checks cost $25 by mail or $15 online. You need the person's written consent to run a check. This is not public record under Alabama law.

To request your own record, visit the ALEA portal online. Fill out the form and pay the fee. Results come in about two weeks. Faster service is available for a higher fee.

Employers often use fingerprint checks. These catch more records than name searches. Many police stations offer fingerprinting. Call the Walker County Sheriff to ask about this service.

Walker County Court Records

Court records are separate from police records. The Circuit Clerk keeps files for criminal cases. This includes charges, pleas, and verdicts.

Walker County is in the 14th Judicial Circuit. The courthouse is in Jasper. You can visit in person to look up cases. Bring ID and any case numbers you have.

Alacourt Access lets you search some records online. Go to pa.alacourt.com and run a name search. There is a fee for each search. Not all records show up online.

For certified copies, you must go to the clerk's office. These cost more than plain copies. Certified copies are needed for legal matters.

Legal Resources in Walker County

If you need a lawyer, several options exist. The Alabama State Bar has a referral service. Call them for help finding an attorney.

Low-income residents may qualify for free help. Legal Services Alabama covers Walker County. They help with some criminal and civil matters. Call to see if you qualify.

The courthouse has a law library. You can research cases there. Staff can point you to forms and resources. This is free to use.

For victim services, contact the District Attorney's office. They have advocates who help crime victims. They can explain the court process and your rights.

Other Ways to Find Records

The state has a few more tools you can use. These search across Alabama, not just Walker County.

The Alabama Sex Offender Registry is free. Go to community.alea.gov to search. You can look up offenders in Walker County or anywhere in the state.

VINELink tracks inmates and sends alerts. Sign up at vinelink.com to get notified when someone's status changes. This works for county jails and state prisons.

The Alabama Department of Corrections has a search tool. This only shows people in state prison. County jail inmates are not in this system. Visit doc.alabama.gov to search.

Crash reports for accidents on state roads go through ALEA. You can order these online for $17. Local accidents on city streets go through Jasper Police or the sheriff.

Fees for Police Records

Costs vary by what you need. Here is a quick list of common fees:

• Inmate lookup: Free (by phone)
• Incident report copy: $10-25 (varies)
• ALEA background check: $15 online, $25 by mail
• Crash report: $17 online
• Alacourt name search: $9.99
• Bond processing: $35 money order to Circuit Clerk

Fees can change. Call ahead to confirm. Most offices take money orders. Some accept credit cards. Cash may not be accepted for all payments.

Nearby Counties

Walker County borders several other counties. If you need records from these areas, contact their sheriff offices directly.

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