Alabama records more than 130,000 arrests annually, with law enforcement agencies in Baldwin County executing 8,500 of these arrests. To obtain copies of arrest records, requesters typically pay a processing fee ranging from $10 to $25.
Most arrest records maintained by government agencies in Baldwin County are open for public inspection under Alabama public record laws (Al. Code §36-12-40). Information exempted from public disclosure includes juvenile records, details of ongoing investigations, and medical information. However, certain confidential details may be accessed by the record subjects or their authorized representatives. Additionally, law enforcement agencies like the courts, the police, and the District Attorney's Office may also view these records while performing their official duties.
Several law enforcement agencies maintain arrest records in Baldwin County. They include the Sheriff's Office, local police departments, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, and the courts.
In Baldwin County, the Sheriff's Office maintains county-level arrest records. You can obtain these records by conducting a background check at the agency's office located at:
Administrative Office 320 N. Hoyle Ave.
Bay Minette, AL 36507
The Sheriff's Office also grants public access to arrest records through its arrest search webpage. Requesters also have the option of submitting record requests through the agency's public records portal.
Municipal-level arrest records are maintained by local police departments operating within communities in Baldwin County. These records are often displayed on the relevant agency's website or records portal. Physical copies may also be available at the department's records office. Local police departments within municipalities in Baldwin County include the following:
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) maintains Baldwin County arrest records and criminal history information at the state level. You can obtain these records by record check using the online Alabama Background Check System (ABC).
To obtain physical copies, visit a local law enforcement agency for fingerprinting and fill out the Application to Review Alabama Criminal History Record Information (CHRI). Mail the completed form along with a fingerprint card, valid ID, and check or money order for the applicable fees to:
ALEA Criminal Records and Identification Unit
ATTN: Record Challenge P.O. Box 1511 Montgomery, AL 36102-1511
Law enforcement agencies in Baldwin County may institute criminal charges before the Circuit Court or District Court following an arrest. Records of the court proceedings may also include information on the defendant's arrests. Interested persons can obtain Baldwin County criminal court records from the circuit clerk's office by mailing a completed Request for Record Search form to:
312 Courthouse Square, Suite 10
Bay Minette, AL 36507
You can also view criminal court records online through the statewide case records portal. Third-party websites like InfoTracer also provide search tools that allow users to find various Baldwin County arrest records conveniently.
The Alabama Crime Dashboard shows that Baldwin County has an arrest rate of 79,749 per 100,000 residents and a crime rate of 24,059 per 100,000 people. The table below shows a breakdown of the county's arrest statistics.
| Arrest Type | Number of Arrests |
|---|---|
| Adult Violent and Property Offenses | 574 |
| Juvenile Violent and Property Offenses | 78 |
| Adult Liquor and Drug Offenses | 7,489 |
| Juvenile Liquor and Drug Offenses | 359 |
Source: Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)
| Department | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Minette Police Department | PO Box 1208 | (251)580-2559 |
| Daphne Police Department | 1502 US Highway 98 | (251)621-9100 |
| Elberta Police Department | Post Office Box 277 | (251)986-5300 |
| Fairhope Police Department | 107 N Section St | (251)928-2385 |
| Foley Police Department | 200 East Section Avenue | (251)943-4431 |
| Gulf Shores Police Department | 220 Clubhouse Dr | (251)968-2431 |
| Orange Beach Police Department | PO Box 1039 | (251)981-9777 |
| Robertsdale Police Department | 22647 Racine | (251)947-2222 |
| Spanish Fort Police Department | PO Box 7226 | (251)626-4914 |
| Name | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin County Regional Juvenile Detention Center | 43405 Nicholsville Road | 251-580-2540 |
| Daphne City Jail | 1502 Us Highway 98 | 251-621-2808 |
| Loxley Community Based Facility/Community Work Center | 14880 County Road 64 | 251-964-5044 |