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This page lists all 286 city jails in Alabama. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Alabama
Understanding city jails in the Alabama
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Alabama. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Alabama, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Alabama, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Alabama's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Alabama, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Alabama
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Alabama has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Alabama. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Alabama
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Alabama
The full list of city jails in Alabama is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Snead Jail
87169 US Hwy 278
PO Box 505, Snead, AL 35952
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Blount | View Details |
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Susan Moore Jail
39989 State Hwy 75, Altoona, AL 35952-6564
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Blount | View Details |
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Union Springs Community Jail
PO Box 549, Union Springs, AL 36089
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Bullock | View Details |
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Georgiana Jail
400 West Railroad Ave North, Georgiana, AL 36033
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Butler | View Details |
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Greenville Jail
PO Box 960
119 East Commerce St, Greenville, AL 36037
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Butler | View Details |
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McKenzie Jail
PO Box 151, McKenzie, AL 35456
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Butler | View Details |
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Hobson Jail
600 Martin Luther King Drive, Hobson, AL 36201
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Calhoun | View Details |
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Jacksonville Jail
116 Ladiga St Southeast, Jacksonville, AL 36265
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Calhoun | View Details |
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Ohatchee Jail
7801 Alabama Hwy 77, Ohatchee, AL 36271
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Calhoun | View Details |
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Oxford Jail
PO Box 3383, Oxford, AL 36203
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Calhoun | View Details |
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Piedmont City Jail
121 West Ladiga St
PO Box 112, Piedmont, AL 36272
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Calhoun | View Details |
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Lanett Jail
401 North Lanier Ave, Lanett, AL 36863
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Chambers | View Details |
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Valley Jail
20 Fob James Drive
P.O. Box 186, Valley, AL 36854
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Chambers | View Details |
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Valley Jail
PO Box 186, Valley, AL 36854
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Chambers | View Details |
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Cedar Bluff Jail
4920 Main St, Cedar Bluff, AL 35959
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Centre Jail
590 East Main St, Centre, AL 35960
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Cherokee Jail
3752 Old Lee Hwy, Cherokee, AL 36516
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Leesburg Jail
215 Industrial Blvd
PO Box 144, Leesburg, AL 35983
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Clanton Jail
601 1st Ave North, Clanton, AL 35045
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Chilton | View Details |
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Maplesville Jail
9400 Alabama Hwy 22
PO Box 9, Maplesville, AL 36570
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Chilton | View Details |
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Butler Jail
114 North Academy Ave
PO Box 455, Butler, AL 36904
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Choctaw | View Details |
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Gilber Jail
PO Box 152, Gilbertown, AL 36908
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Choctaw | View Details |
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Pennington Jail
282 Pine Grove Road
PO Box 40, Pennington, AL 36916
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Choctaw | View Details |
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Silas Jail
370 First St, Silas, AL 36919
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Choctaw | View Details |
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Toxey Jail
16100 Hwy 17 North
PO Box 318, Toxey, AL 36921
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Choctaw | View Details |
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