This page helps users with an inmate search in Jefferson County, Alabama, by pointing to the official search tool and related jail contacts.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division handles incarcerated offenders awaiting trial or transfer to the State of Alabama's Department of Corrections.

Jefferson County Inmate Inquiry

Use the official Jefferson County Inmate Inquiry to search current inmate information.

The search screen includes fields and filters such as:

  • Name
  • Subject number
  • Booking number
  • In custody
  • Booking from date and booking to date
  • Housing facility

Tip: If a name search does not work, try a booking number or subject number when available.

Corrections Division and jail facilities

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division houses offenders awaiting trial or transfer and processes about 43,000 inmates in and out of jail each year.

The division maintains an average population of 1,000 inmates between the Birmingham and Bessemer facilities. More jail information is available through the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Corrections page.

Both facilities have on-site medical services. Law libraries and adult educational services are available at the Birmingham facility.

Visitation rules

There is no visitation on Monday or Friday, and visitation days and times are subject to change. Inmates must schedule a 45-minute visit one day before the visit.

  • Visitors must be 17 or older and have a valid state ID or driver's license.
  • An inmate may have only two visits per week.
  • Only two adults and two children over age three may visit at one time.
  • Children age 16 and under must be with a parent or legal guardian.
  • Visitors are subject to search, and refusal can result in denied entry.
  • Cell phones, electronic devices, purses, packages, food, and drinks are not allowed in the facility.

Pre-trial release and bonds

The Sheriff's Pre-Trial Release Office operates out of both facilities. It helps conduct the release of qualified individuals and assists the public with bonds for inmates who have not qualified for the pre-trial release program.

Jail and corrections contacts

Use these contacts for inmate search questions, visitation questions, jail information, and pre-trial release matters.

  • Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Administration Office, 2200 Rev Abraham Woods, Jr., Blvd Birmingham, AL 35203
    Phone: (205) 325-5700
    Email: info@jeffcosheriffal.com
  • Birmingham County Jail, 809 Richard Arrington Jr., Blvd. N Birmingham, AL 35203
    Phone: (205) 325-5670
  • Bessemer County Jail, 1822 2nd Avenue North Bessemer, AL 35020
    Phone: (205) 481-4160
  • Birmingham Jail Administrative Office
    Phone: (205) 325-5772
  • Birmingham Pre-Trial Release
    Phone: (205) 325-5716
  • Bessemer Jail Administrative Office
    Phone: (205) 481-8502
  • Bessemer Pre-Trial Release
    Phone: (205) 481-8529

Common questions

Where can I search for a Jefferson County inmate online?

Use the official inmate search for Jefferson County. It supports searches by name, subject number, booking number, custody status, booking dates, and housing facility.

Which office handles Jefferson County jail information?

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division handles jail operations for the Birmingham and Bessemer facilities.

Who should I call about visitation?

For Birmingham Jail visitation questions, call the main switchboard at (205) 325-5670. For Bessemer Jail visitation questions, call the main switchboard at (205) 481-4160.

Are there visitation days when visits are not allowed?

Yes. There is no visitation on Monday or Friday, and visitation days and times may change.

Where can I find general Jefferson County Sheriff's Office contact information?

Use the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office contact page for department phone numbers, jail locations, and emergency contact information.