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Alcorn County Arrest Records

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Alcorn County, MS Arrest Records

What are Alcorn County Arrest Statistics?

Alcorn County had 2,875 arrests for the last 3 years, in 2006 the arrest rate was 7,567.76 per 100.000 population which is by 563.80% higher than the National average of 1,140.06 per 100.000 inhabitants. Among the 2006 arrests 64 were made for violent crime charges. Compared to neighboring county Desoto and county Harrison it’s a more dangerous place to live in.

  • 2,875Arrests in the county for the last 3 years
  • 7,567.76Arrest rate in 2006 per 100.000 population
  • 64Violent crime arrests

Alcorn County Recent Arrest Trends

Currently, the most popular arrest in Alcorn is larceny/theft - 740 arrests followed by burglary - 246 and aggravated assault - 29 arrests.

  • 740Larceny/Theft
  • 246Burglary
  • 29Aggravated Assault

Violent Crime Arrests vs. Non-Violent

Violent crime in Alcorn County is considered rape and sexual assault, robbery, and assault. For the recent years the violent crime rate has increased but not the non-violent crime rate. Compared to the national average of - 136.09 per 100.000 people the overall violent crime rate for the county is by 231.07% higher.

Alcorn County Crime Rate from 1999-2006

Alcorn County Police Records

Police records exist in different types of law enforcement agencies and in many forms. In most cases, Alcorn 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 Alcorn county police reports, Alcorn 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.

Alcorn 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 Alcorn county police records by mail. Contact your local county Sheriff’s Office to inquire about forms and the fees.

Alcorn County Mugshots

Alcorn 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.

Alcorn 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 Alcorn 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 Alcorn 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.

Alcorn County Sheriff’s Office

It is situated in Alcorn county, Mississippi with a total number of 0 employees - female, male officers and civilians. Alcorn County SO ORI (Originated Agency Identifier) number is MS0020000, it belongs to the East South Central division in the South region with a region code of Region III.

  • Agency Name: Alcorn County Sheriff's Office
  • State: Mississippi
  • City: Corinth
  • Type: County
  • Address: 2833 South Harper Road
  • Phone Number: 662-286-5521
  • Fax: 662-286-7773
  • Website: http://www.alcorncounty.org/

Police Departments in Alcorn County

DepartmentAddressPhone
Corinth Police Department2837 S Harper Rd662-286-3377

Alcorn County, MS Jail and Inmate Records

ALCORN County has 142 jails with an average daily population of 263 inmates with a total of 142 jail population. When breaking down the ALCORN County jail population by gender, females are a minority compared to male prisoners and make 14% with 20 female and 80 male inmates.

  • 142Jails
  • 142Prisoners
  • 600 %Jail Rate

How Does Alcorn County Inmate Search Work?

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

Alcorn County Booking

Alcorn 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 Alcorn 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 Alcorn county booking records without any type of permission .

Alcorn County Jail

  • Agency Name: Alcorn County MS Jail
  • State: MS
  • City: Corinth
  • Type: County
  • Address: 2833 South Harper Road
  • Phone Number: 662-286-5521
  • Fax: 662-286-7773
  • Email: lis@stlouisco.com

Prisons and Jails in Alcorn County

NameAddressPhone
Adams County MS Juvenile Detention Center320 State Street601-304-7886
Alcorn County MS Juvenile Detention Center3000 West Hills Blvd.662-287-5384
Alcorn County Regional Correctional Facility2839 South Harper RD662-286-7085
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