Montgomery Arrest Records
Arrest records in Montgomery go through the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and the Montgomery Police Department. Montgomery is Alabama's state capital. This means you have direct access to state-level resources here. The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has its main office on South Ripley Street. The Montgomery County Jail has an online inmate search. It shows recent bookings from the past 96 hours. City police make arrests within city limits. The sheriff's office handles booking and holds people at the Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility. You can find court records for criminal cases on Alacourt after charges are filed.
Montgomery Quick Facts
Which County Handles Montgomery Arrest Records
Montgomery sits in Montgomery County and serves as its county seat. All arrests by Montgomery Police go through the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. Booking happens at the Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility in downtown. Once charges are filed, criminal case records go through the Montgomery County Circuit Court. This court is part of the 15th Judicial Circuit of Alabama.
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office runs the jail and keeps inmate records. When city police make an arrest within Montgomery, they write the first incident report. The sheriff then handles booking and holds the person. This is how it works across Alabama. County jails hold people arrested by both city and county officers.
| County | Montgomery County |
|---|---|
| Judicial Circuit | 15th Judicial Circuit |
| County Seat | Montgomery (state capital) |
| Circuit Court | Montgomery County Courthouse |
Detention Facility and Courthouse Information
Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility
The Mac Sim Butler Detention Facility is the main county jail for Montgomery. Everyone arrested by Montgomery Police or the Sheriff's Office gets booked here. The jail has an online inmate search. You can also see recent arrests from the past 96 hours.
| Address | 225 South McDonough Street Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 832-1386 |
| Inmate Search | mcsojail.countygovservices.com |
| Recent Arrests | View 96-Hour Booking History |
Montgomery County Sheriff's Office
The sheriff's office runs the detention facility. They also cover law enforcement for areas outside city limits. Call them if you have questions about booking records, inmate status, or bond info.
| Phone | (334) 832-4980 |
|---|---|
| Purpose | Jail operations, inmate inquiries, booking records |
Montgomery County Courthouse
Criminal cases are heard at the Montgomery County Courthouse after charges get filed. The Circuit Clerk's office keeps court records. They can give you certified copies of case documents.
| Address | 251 South Lawrence Street Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Circuit Clerk Phone | (334) 832-1260 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
How to Search Montgomery Arrest Records
Montgomery County Jail Inmate Search
The Montgomery County Sheriff runs an online inmate lookup at mcsojail.countygovservices.com. Just type in a name to search current inmates. The system shows booking date, charges, bond amount, and mugshot photos. There's also a "Recent Arrests" page. It shows all bookings from the past 96 hours. This helps when you don't know the exact name spelling. You can also just browse recent activity.
Montgomery Police Department Records
Need a police incident report or arrest record from Montgomery Police? Contact the police department. They handle requests for police reports. You can get copies of arrest documents for anything that happened within city limits.
| Address | 320 North Ripley Street Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Non-Emergency | (334) 625-2532 |
| Communications Dept | (334) 625-2651 |
| Police Reports | Request Police Reports Online |
Alacourt Case Search
Once criminal charges are filed, you can find case records on the Alacourt Public Access system. Pick Montgomery County. Choose Criminal or Traffic as the case type. Then type in the defendant's name. Results show case numbers, charges, hearing dates, and outcomes. Note that Alacourt won't show arrest records before charges are filed. Check the jail roster first for recent bookings.
ALEA Criminal History Check
Montgomery is home to ALEA headquarters. This means you can ask for official criminal history reports in person at 301 South Ripley Street. The Alabama Department of Corrections is in the same building. Fill out ALEA Form 46. Bring a valid photo ID. Then submit your fingerprints. Want to mail your request instead? Send it to P.O. Box 1511, Montgomery, AL 36102-1511.
State Capital Resources
Montgomery is Alabama's capital city. That means you can visit state agencies that handle criminal records in person. This is handy if you'd rather walk in than mail a request.
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)
ALEA runs the Alabama Criminal Justice Information Center (ACJIC). This is where the state keeps its main criminal history database. Walk-in service is open at their Montgomery office.
| Address | 301 South Ripley Street (Adams Ave entrance) Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 517-2500 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Services | Criminal history checks, fingerprinting, background verification |
Alabama Department of Corrections
The ADOC central office is in Montgomery. Most inmate lookups can be done online through the ADOC inmate search. But for public records requests or other matters, you can go to the Montgomery office.
| Address | 301 South Ripley Street Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 353-3883 |
| Inmate Search | ADOC Inmate Search |
Fees for Arrest Records in Montgomery
| Record Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Montgomery County Jail Search (online) | Free |
| Alacourt Case Search | Free |
| ALEA Criminal History Check | $25.00 |
| Police Report Copy | Varies by report type |
| Certified Court Document Copy | $1.00 - $5.00 per page |
| ADOC Inmate Search | Free |
Alabama Laws Governing Arrest Records
Alabama law sets the rules for public access to arrest and criminal records. Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, every citizen can look at and copy public records. There are some exceptions, but this covers arrest records, booking info, and court documents.
Alabama Code Section 36-12-41 lets agencies charge fees for copies of public records. That's why certified court copies cost money per page. Basic online searches are usually free.
Juvenile arrest records are protected under Alabama Code Section 12-15-102. This law keeps cases involving anyone under 18 private. The public cannot access these records.
Want to seal an arrest record? Alabama Code Title 15, Chapter 27 covers expungement. You may be able to get records sealed if charges were dropped, you were found not guilty, or you finished a diversion program. There are filing fees. You must file the petition in the court that heard your case.
Montgomery County Inmate Search Portal
The screenshot below shows the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office recent arrests page. It shows booking info from the past 96 hours.
Montgomery Police Public Safety Services
The Montgomery Police Department lets you get police reports and other public safety services through the city website.
Legal Aid Resources in Montgomery
Several groups give free or low-cost legal help to Montgomery residents. They can help you understand arrest records, expungement, or criminal defense issues.
Legal Services Alabama - Montgomery Office
Legal Services Alabama gives civil legal help to low-income people. They don't do criminal defense work. But they can help with things like expungement petitions. They can also help you understand your record.
| Address | 500 Bell Building 207 Montgomery Street Montgomery, AL 36104 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 832-4570 |
| Services | Civil legal aid, expungement assistance, record review |
Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service
The Alabama State Bar runs a lawyer referral service. They connect you with attorneys in your area. First meetings are available at lower rates. This is helpful if you need help with criminal record issues.
| Phone | 1-800-392-5660 |
|---|---|
| Service | Attorney referrals for criminal defense and record matters |
Montgomery County Public Defender
The Public Defender's Office gives legal help to people who can't afford a lawyer. You usually get in touch with them through the court. This happens at arraignment or your first court appearance.
| Assignment | Appointed at arraignment for qualifying defendants |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Based on income and inability to afford private counsel |
Alabama VINE
Crime victims can use the Alabama VINE system to track inmates. You can get alerts when someone is released. This works for Montgomery County or any jail in Alabama.
| Phone | 1-877-846-3425 |
|---|---|
| Website | victims.alabama.gov |
Other Major Alabama Cities
These are the other big cities in Alabama with over 100,000 people. Each city page has local arrest record resources. You'll also find contact info for that area.
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