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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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Eclectic Jail
145 Main St
Box 240430, Eclectic, AL 36024
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Elmore | View Details |
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Millbrook Jail
3821 Grandview Road, Millbrook, AL 36054
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Elmore | View Details |
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Wetumpka Jail
203 East Charles Ave
PO Box 190, Wetumpka, AL 36092
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Elmore | View Details |
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Atmore Jail
201 East Louisville Ave, Atmore, AL 36504
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Escambia | View Details |
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Brewton Jail
1010 A Douglas Ave, Brewton, AL 36426
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Escambia | View Details |
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East Brewton Jail
615 Forrest Ave
PO Box 2010, East Brewton, AL 36426
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Escambia | View Details |
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Flomaton Jail
2125 Ringold St
PO Box 632, Flomaton, AL 36441
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Escambia | View Details |
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Altoona Jail
2844 Main St
PO Box 100, Altoona, AL 35952
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Etowah | View Details |
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Attalla Jail
302 6th Ave Northwest, Attalla, AL 36954
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Etowah | View Details |
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Gadsden Jail
90 Broad St, Gadsden, AL 35901
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Etowah | View Details |
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Glencoe Jail
201 Chastain Blvd West, Glencoe, AL 35905
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Etowah | View Details |
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Hokes Bluff Jail
3301 Alford Bend Road, Hokes Bluff, AL 35903
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Etowah | View Details |
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Mountainboro Jail
19 North Main St
PO Box 1378, Boaz, AL 35957
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Etowah | View Details |
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Rainbow Jail
3700 Rainbow Drive
Fax Number:
(256) 442-3813
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Etowah | View Details |
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Sardis Jail
1335 Sardis Drive, Sardis City, AL 35956
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Etowah | View Details |
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Southside Jail
2255 Hwy 77, Southside, AL 35907
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Etowah | View Details |
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Berry Jail
30 School Ave, Berry, AL 35546
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Fayette | View Details |
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Fayette Jail
118 First Ave Northeast, Fayette, AL 35555
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Fayette | View Details |
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Phil Campbell Jail
580 Railroad St
PO Box 489, Phil Campbell, AL 35581
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Franklin | View Details |
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Red Bay Jail
PO Box 2002, Red Bay, AL 35582
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Franklin | View Details |
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Russellville Jail
400 North Jackson Ave
PO Box 1000, Russellville, AL 35653
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Franklin | View Details |
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Geneva Jail
517 South Commerce St, Geneva, AL 36340
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Geneva | View Details |
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Hartford Jail
114 South Fourth Ave, Hartford, AL 36344
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Geneva | View Details |
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Samson Jail
13 East Main St, Samson, AL 36477
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Geneva | View Details |
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Slocomb Jail
255 East Lawrence Harris Hwy
PO Box 1147, Slocomb, AL 36375
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Geneva | View Details |
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