Etowah County, AL Arrests & Jail Records

Anyone can get arrest records from the Etowah County Sheriff's Office. To do so, submit phone, mail, or in-person requests to:

827 Forrest Avenue

Gadsden, AL 35901

Phone: (256) 546-2825

The County Sheriff also provides the Inmate Roster tool, where requesters can search for current detainees online. This database offers basic details like booking dates, charges, and bond information.

The following Police Departments in Etowah County maintain records of local arrests.

• Gadsden Police Department
• Rainbow City Police Department
• Attalla Police Department
• Southside Police Department
• Hokes Bluff Police Department

Visit the nearest police department to submit an in-person request for these records. Alternatively, check the department's websites for online request forms or guidelines for accessing police arrest reports.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), through its Criminal Records Identification Unit, provides criminal records to employers, licensing agencies, and record owners. To get these records, requesters must obtain and fill out fingerprint cards from the county Sheriff or other Police Departments. Next, download and complete the Application Form. Requesters must include a copy of the government-issued ID and a $25 administrative fee with the submission. Submit the required documents and payment in person or by mail to:

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

Criminal Records and Identification Unit

ATTN: Background Checks

P.O. Box 1511

Montgomery, AL 36102-1511

ALEA accepts certified checks, money orders, and cashier's checks for payment, all payable to the Criminal Records and Identification Unit. Requests are typically processed within four to five weeks, but it may be longer during busy periods.

Etowah County employers can use the Alabama Background Check System to conduct criminal background checks. The online database requires an annual subscription fee of $95. Once registered, employers are charged $15 for each search conducted.

The Circuit Clerk is the official custodian of criminal court records in Etowah County. You can get these records by submitting the request form in person or by mail to:

Etowah Circuit Clerk

25 West 11th Street, Suite 300

Anniston, AL 36201

Phone: (256) 231-1750

You can also use the state's ACCESS 2.0 portal to view criminal court records online. To search the portal, enter the defendant's name, case number, or filing date in the spaces provided. Etowah's arrest records are also available on reputable third-party databases like InfoTracer.