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St. Clair County, AL Arrests & Jail Records

How To Search St. Clair County Arrest Records?

St. Clair County law enforcement agencies report approximately 2,000 arrests annually, while Alabama records around 130,000 arrests statewide. Fees for obtaining arrest records range from $1 to $25, depending on the request details. to request. Under §36-12-43(b)(3) of the Code of Alabama, access to public records, including arrest records, is open to the public for viewing or copying. However, certain arrest records may be exempt from public access due to ongoing investigations or legal restrictions protecting privacy.

In cases where arrest records are restricted from public access, access may be granted to the following individuals:

  • The individual named in the record
  • Legal representatives
  • Authorized employers
  • Law enforcement agencies
  • The St. Clair District Attorney's Office

How To Look Up St. Clair County Arrest Records?

St. Clair County arrest records are maintained by multiple agencies, including the County Sheriff's Office, local Police Departments, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA).

Sheriff Arrest Records

Those seeking arrest records from the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office must download and complete the Public Records Request Form from their official platform. The completed form can be submitted by mail or in person to:

St. Clair County Sheriff's Office

Attn: Tawney Roberts

1610 Cogswell Avenue, Suite 206

Pell City, AL 35125

Additionally, the Sheriff's Office offers an online Inmate Roster portal, where individuals can search for current inmates in the detention center.

Police Arrest Records

To obtain arrest records from any Police Department in St. Clair County, individuals can submit a request online, by mail, or in person at the Police Department responsible for the arrest. Providing precise details such as the arrestee's full name, date of arrest, and location of the incident can help speed up the search process. Most Police Departments charge a fee for copies of arrest records, and processing times may vary. Before records are released, they are reviewed to ensure compliance with privacy laws and legal regulations. The following Police Departments play a significant role in law enforcement across the county:

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

Individuals seeking criminal history records from the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) can submit requests in person or by mail. For both methods, applicants must complete the Application to Review Alabama Criminal History Record Information form, submit a fingerprint card from an ALEA-approved fingerprinting location, and pay a $25 fee ($5 for each additional copy). Requests are processed within 5-10 business days. Mail requests should be sent to:

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

Criminal Records and Identification Unit

P.O. Box 1511

Montgomery, AL 36102-1511

Criminal Court Records

The St. Clair County Circuit Court Clerk's Office is responsible for maintaining criminal court records for the county. These records may be obtained online, by mail, or in person. Requesters can use the Alabama Unified Judicial System Online Case Search Tool to search for criminal court records by entering the defendant's name or case number. To obtain copies of criminal court records, individuals can visit the courthouse in person at:

St. Clair County Circuit Clerk's Office

1 6th Avenue, Suite 100

Ashville, AL 35953

Phone: (205) 594-2109

Additionally, various third-party platforms, including InfoTracer, compile and offer access to county public records, such as arrest records, by aggregating data from official sources.

Arrest Statistics

St. Clair County has an arrest rate of 24,520 per 100,000 residents. The following statistics provide insight into the county's arrest trends:

Arrest TypeNumber of Arrests
Robbery14
Assault75
Rape11
Homicide2
Larceny1,112
Motor Vehicle Theft35
Burglary94
Total Number of Arrests1,343

Source: Alabama Crime Statistics.

Prisons and Jails in Saint Clair County

NameAddressPhone
St. Clair Correctional Facility1000 St. Clair Road205-467-6111
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