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Adams County Arrest Records

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Adams County, MS Arrest Records

What are Adams County Arrest Statistics?

Adams County had 1,570 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2013 the arrest rate was 1,523.17 per 100.000 population which is by 83.84% higher than the National average of 828.55 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2013 arrests 53 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Hancock and county Harrison it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 1,570Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 1,523.17Arrest rate in 2013 per 100.000 population
  • 53Violent crime arrests

Adams County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Adams is larceny/theft - 238 arrests followed by burglary - 182 and aggravated assault - 41 arrests.

  • 238Larceny/Theft
  • 182Burglary
  • 41Aggravated Assault

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Adams County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has increased along with the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 96.20 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 71.61% higher.

Adams County Crime Rate from 2001-2013

Adams County Arrest and Criminal Records by Age

Most of the county arrests fall into 31-40 age group whereas the least arrests are seen between people who are 61-70 years old.

Adams County Crime Rate by Age Groups

Adams County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Adams county police reports may be found from the local county Sheriff’s Office. You can appear in person and request copies as county police records are available to the general public per the state laws and the Freedom of Information Act. These records may include Adams county police reports, Adams county bookings and even mugshots. These records are related to when someone is arrested, booked, and jailed. First, they are questioned, and basic information is taken while officers fills out the report. Then they takes mugshots of the suspect, and they are put in a jail cell until they can make bail the fees. Some counties may charge a fee for a copy of police records. You may have to visit in person and may need to have the following information for them to find your file:

  • Date and time of the occurrence
  • The location of the incident
  • Name(s) of those involved
  • Officer’s name and rank
  • Case number

This will help the officer find the documents you need.

Adams county police records can provide a lot of information about a suspect. A good example of police record might be a traffic accident report. Some records are available to the public after a waiting period, such as 60-days.

Sometimes you can order copies of Adams county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Adams County Mugshots

Adams County mugshots have been used since the 1800s, shortly after the invention of photography. Then in 1888, a French police officer Alphonse Bertillon standardized the process and made it the norm. Groups of these mugshots are kept in a “mug book” to help witnesses and victims identify criminals.

Adams county mugshots are the photographs taken of suspects upon arrest. Local police, Sheriff’s Offices, and other law enforcement agencies take them. Typically , the subject is photographed from the front (full-face view) and then the side (profile view). These Adams county mugshots are filed with the person’s criminal record and police reports. They are used by victims, witnesses, and investigators to identify criminals guys.

Additionally , when a judge issues an Adams county arrest warrant for other purposes , and the person does not show up in court, these mugshots are used to help find the suspect.

Mugshots are readily available online as they are public records. Information brokers portals offer mugshots with other types of public records such as criminal records, arrest records and other court cases.

Felonies, Misdemeanors, and Sex Offenders

Police and arrest records will also contain on felonies, misdemeanors, and sex offenders. Since everything is computerized available and connected, any past incidents will show up as well.

Police Departments in Adams County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Natchez Police Department233 Devereaux Dr601-445-5565

Adams County, MS Jail and Inmate Records

ADAMS County has 86 jails with an average daily population of 369 inmates with a total of 87 jail population. When breaking down the ADAMS County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 6% with 5 female and 75 male inmates.

  • 86Jails
  • 87Prisoners
  • 407 %Jail Rate

How Does Adams County Inmate Search Work?

Adams County inmate records are public records that anyone can review easily. The Freedom of Information Act governs the availability of regarding Adams county inmate records which provide a lot of useful information about a person.

Adams County Booking

Adams county bookings are also helpful when looking for information on whether or not someone has been arrested. When a suspect is arrested, the officer fills out forms and then holds them in a jail , which essentially becomes their Adams county booking record. It may also include things like fingerprints, mugshots , physical details, their name, and address, arresting officer , the details of the crime, the location, and any vehicles that were involved. The general public has the right to review a copy of someone’s Adams county booking records without any type of permission .

Adams County Jail

  • Agency Name: Adams County MS Detention Center
  • State: MS
  • City: Natchez
  • Type: County
  • Address: 306 State Street
  • Phone Number: 601-442-2752
  • Fax: 601-442-3926
  • Email: gisservices@sccmo.org
  • Website: http://www.adamscosheriff.org/jail/

Prisons and Jails in Adams County

NameAddressPhone
Adams County CI20 HOBO FORK ROAD601-304-2500
Adams County Correctional Center20 Hobo Fork Road601-304-2500
Adams County Juvenile Justice Center320 State Street601-304-7886
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