This page helps users handle an inmate search in Montgomery County, Alabama, and explains how to use the official current inmate list, jail information, visitation details, and contact options.

The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office provides the current inmate search and detention information for people housed at the Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility.

Montgomery County Sheriff's Office current inmates

Use the search the current inmate list page to review people currently listed in the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office jail system. The list shows booking records with a book number, name, date of birth, and booking date.

Have a few details ready before searching or reviewing a record:

  • Book number, if known
  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Booking date

Selecting “View” beside a listed person opens the record details available through the jail search.

  • Open the current inmate list.
  • Review the visible entries or use the search function.
  • Match the person by name, date of birth, or booking date.
  • Open the “View” option for more available booking details.

Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility information

The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is responsible for day-to-day operations at the Mac Sim Butler Montgomery County Jail. The facility is designed to hold 1,200 inmates per day.

The Sheriff's Office also states that the Montgomery County App provides a list of individuals currently housed in the facility, including the inmate’s complete name, booking date, bond amount, and charges. Use the review Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility information page for detention facility details.

Inmate mail and booking number requirements

Incoming non-privileged inmate mail must include a return address with the sender’s full name, street address, city, state, and zip code. Mail must also be addressed to the inmate using the inmate’s full name and booking number.

Use the check inmate contact rules page before sending mail or planning communication. Mail that is not labeled correctly may be returned to sender, and mail with no return address may be destroyed.

The inmate mail address shown by the Sheriff’s Office is mailing-only:

MCDF P.O. BOX 4599, Montgomery, Al 36103

Video visitation rules and hours

Inmates at the Montgomery County Jail may have visits through the Video Visitation Program. Visits must be registered and scheduled through the approved visitation system at least 1 day in advance and no more than a week in advance.

No more than 4 visitors are allowed per inmate, and only approved visitors may visit. Visitors age 16 or older must show photo identification.

The visitation schedule is:

Visit type Days Hours
On-site video visitation Saturday–Sunday 8:00am–11:00am and 12:00pm–5:00pm
Remote off-site visitation 7 days a week 8:00am–12:30am and 2:30pm–9:00pm
Clergy professional visitation Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 8:00am–11:00am
Legal professional visitation Daily 8:00am–11:00am, 2:30pm–4:00pm, or 6:00pm–9:00pm

Visitation is monitored and recorded. Dress and behavior rules apply, and violations can result in a denied or forfeited visit.

Family Support Unit

The Montgomery County Detention Facility Family Support Unit provides referral resources to families of incarcerated individuals in the facility. It is focused on family support and strengthening family connections.

Use the review Family Support Unit information page for details about that program.

Montgomery County inmate search contacts

Use these contacts for jail, inmate contact, detention, and family support questions tied to the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office.

  • Montgomery County Sheriff Office, 115 South Perry St, Montgomery, AL 36104
    Phone: (334) 832-4980
  • Detention Facility (Jail)
    Phone: (334) 832-4985
  • Montgomery County Sheriff Office inmate contact assistance
    Phone: (334) 832-1386
  • Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility — Colonel Sonja Pritchett, Director of Detention
    Phone: (334) 832-1334
  • Family Support Unit
    Email: 4familysupportmcsodf@mc-ala.org
    Phone: (334) 832-2506

Common questions

Where can I search for a current Montgomery County inmate?

Use the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office current inmate list to review current booking entries.

What information appears in the current inmate list?

The list shows booking entries with a book number, name, date of birth, and booking date. Individual entries include a “View” option.

Who operates the Montgomery County Jail?

The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is responsible for day-to-day operations at the Mac Sim Butler Montgomery County Jail.

What should I include when mailing an inmate?

Use the inmate’s full name and booking number, and include a complete return address with the sender’s full name, street address, city, state, and zip code.

How far ahead should video visitation be scheduled?

Video visits must be scheduled at least 1 day in advance and no more than a week in advance.