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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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Myrtlewood Jail
210 North Magnolia
PO Box 37, Myrtlewood, AL 36763
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Marengo | View Details |
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Thomaston Community Jail
154 Main St
PO Box 276, Thomaston, AL 36783
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Marengo | View Details |
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Bear Creek Jail
PO Box 173, Bear Creek, AL 35543
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Marion | View Details |
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Brilliant Jail
PO Box 215, Brilliant, AL 35548
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Marion | View Details |
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Guin Jail
7500 US Hwy 43
PO Box 249, Guin, AL 35563
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Marion | View Details |
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Hackleburg Jail
314 First Ave, Hackleburg, AL 35564
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Marion | View Details |
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Hamilton Jail
PO Box 188
427 James Crump Memorial Drive, Hamilton, AL 3557...
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Marion | View Details |
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Winfield Jail
PO Box 1438, Winfield, AL 35594
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Marion | View Details |
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Douglas Jail
55 Alabama Hwy 168
PO Box 45, Douglas, AL 35964
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Marshall | View Details |
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Grant Jail
4766 Main St
PO Box 70, Grant, AL 35747
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Marshall | View Details |
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Guntersville Jail
340 Blount Ave, Guntersville, AL 35976
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Marshall | View Details |
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Bayou La Batre Jail
8725 Delcambre St, Bayou La Batre, AL 36509
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Mobile | View Details |
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Chickasaw Jail
224 North Craft Hwy
PO Box 11307, Chickasaw, AL 36671
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Mobile | View Details |
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Chicksaw Jail
224 North Craft Hwy
PO Box 11307, Chickasaw, AL 36671
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Mobile | View Details |
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Citronelle Jail
19135 Main St, Citronelle, AL 36522
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Mobile | View Details |
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Creola Jail
190 Dead Lake Road, Creola, AL 36525
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Mobile | View Details |
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Dauphin Island Municipal Jail
1015 Desoto Ave, Dauphin Island, AL 36528
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Mobile | View Details |
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Mobile Jail
2460 Government Blvd, Mobile, AL 36606
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Mobile | View Details |
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Mount Vernon Jail
PO Box 309, Mount Vernon, AL 36560
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Mobile | View Details |
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Prichard Jail
216 East Prichard Lane, Prichard, AL 36610
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Mobile | View Details |
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Saraland Jail
716 Saraland Blvd South, Saraland, AL 36571
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Mobile | View Details |
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Satsuma Jail
5668 Second St, Satsuma, AL 36572
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Mobile | View Details |
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Frisco Jail
4165 Bowden St, Frisco, AL 36445
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Monroe | View Details |
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Monroeville Jail
57 South Mount Pleasant Ave, Monroeville, AL 36460
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Monroe | View Details |
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Montgomery Municipal Jail
103 North Perry St, Montgomery, AL 36104
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Montgomery | View Details |
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