Find Arrest Records in Greene County

Greene County arrest records are kept by the Greene County Sheriff's Office. The office is based in Eutaw, the county seat, in west-central Alabama. With just 7,100 residents, this is the least populous county in the state. Arrests here are far fewer than in urban areas. The county is part of the 17th Judicial Circuit. It works closely with Sumter, Hale, and Pickens counties on law enforcement matters. Even with its rural nature, the sheriff's office does keep arrest records. You can get them through the methods below.

Greene County Sheriff's Office

The Greene County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. It handles all arrests in areas outside town limits. Since the county is so rural, the sheriff's office also helps out smaller towns. All bookings happen at the county jail in Eutaw. The office keeps arrest records, serves warrants, and runs the local jail.

Greene County Jail

The Greene County Jail is a small place. It holds inmates waiting for trial. It also holds people serving short sentences for minor crimes. Because of the small population, jail space is limited. Inmates with longer sentences get moved to state prisons or regional jails. The jail is open 24 hours for booking and release. But admin tasks are only done during normal work hours.

To find out about current inmates, you need to call the sheriff's office. Greene County does not have an online inmate roster. This is normal for rural Alabama counties. The daily jail count is small. There is not much money for web systems. Call during work hours and staff can tell you if a person is in jail.

How to Search Greene County Arrest Records

Contact the Sheriff's Office Directly

The best way to get arrest info in Greene County is to call the sheriff's office at (205) 372-3175. Staff can tell you if someone is in jail. They can give you basic booking info too. For full records or certified copies, you may need to send a written request. Or you can go in person. Bring a valid ID when you visit.

Alacourt Public Access

After charges are filed in court, you can search for case info through the Alacourt Public Access system. It is free. It covers all Alabama counties, including Greene. Pick Greene County from the dropdown. Choose the case type like Criminal or Traffic. Then type in the name or case number. You will see filed charges, hearing dates, case status, and final outcomes when ready.

Keep in mind that Alacourt shows court records. It does not show jail records. There can be a gap between an arrest and when charges get filed in court. If you need current info about someone just arrested, call the sheriff's office instead.

VINELink Victim Notification

Greene County uses the VINELink victim alert system. If you are a crime victim, you can sign up for alerts. The system will tell you when an inmate's status changes. You get a call, email, or text. This covers release, transfer, or escape. Signing up is free. You can do it any time of day.

In-Person Records Requests

You can go in person to the sheriff's office or the clerk's office to ask for arrest records. Both are in Eutaw. Bring a photo ID. Know what records you need ahead of time. Older records might be stored off-site. It may take extra time to get them. The clerk's office charges fees for certified copies.

Written Records Requests

For records not online, you can mail a written request to the sheriff's office or clerk's office. Put in the person's full name. Add date of birth if you know it. Include the rough date of arrest and your contact info. Say if you need certified or regular copies. Mail your request with payment for fees. Give it a few weeks. Small offices have limited staff.

Greene County Court Records

Criminal cases in Greene County go to the 17th Judicial Circuit. This circuit also covers Marengo County. Circuit Court handles felonies. District Court handles misdemeanors, traffic tickets, and first hearings. Greene County is one of the smaller circuits in Alabama. That can mean shorter waits for court dates. But the judge may travel between counties. So the schedule can shift around.

Circuit Court Clerk

The Greene County Circuit Clerk keeps all court records. This includes criminal and civil cases. The office handles requests for copies of court papers. You can get certified copies here for legal use. The clerk's office is in the Greene County Courthouse in downtown Eutaw.

District Court

Greene County District Court deals with misdemeanors, traffic tickets, and first hearings for felonies. Most minor criminal cases get resolved here. The court is in the same building as the Circuit Court.

17th Judicial Circuit

The 17th Judicial Circuit serves Greene and Marengo counties. Judges rotate between the two to hear cases. Felony cases get set based on when the judge is in Greene County. Call the clerk's office to find out the court schedule. They can tell you when specific cases are set.

Additional Resources for Arrest Records

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA)

For a full official criminal history, you can get a background check through the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency. This gives you more than local searches. It shows arrests and convictions from all over the state. You need to get fingerprinted and pay a fee. Jobs and licenses often ask for this kind of check.

Alabama State Troopers

Alabama State Troopers have power across the whole state. They may make arrests in Greene County, mostly for traffic stops on highways. ALEA keeps records of state trooper arrests. If you need records for a trooper arrest (not local police), contact ALEA directly.

Federal Court Records

Greene County is in the Southern District of Alabama for federal court. Federal arrests are handled apart from state cases. Different agencies are involved. You can search federal court records through PACER. But federal cases are rare in rural counties like Greene.

Alabama Department of Corrections

If someone gets sent to state prison for a felony, their records go to the Alabama Department of Corrections. You can look up inmates in state custody with the ADOC Inmate Search tool. This helps when someone has left the county jail and moved to a state prison.

Fees for Greene County Arrest Records

Basic searches are free. You only pay when you need certified copies or official background checks. The clerk's office takes cash, checks, and money orders. Call ahead to check the current fees. Payment methods can change.

Legal Framework for Public Records

Alabama law lets people see arrest records and other public documents. Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, every citizen can look at and copy public records. There are some exceptions in the law. This rule is the basis for getting arrest records in Greene County and across Alabama.

What Information Is Typically Available

Public arrest records in Greene County usually show the name of the person. They include date and time of arrest, charges at booking, and bond amount if set. They also show which agency made the arrest. Once a case goes to court, you can find more info. This includes formal charges, hearing dates, and the plea. Trial details, verdict, and sentence come later. Mugshots are public records in Alabama. But not all agencies make them easy to get.

Records That May Be Restricted

Some records are off limits under Alabama law. Juvenile records are private. The public cannot see them. Sealed or expunged records are taken out of public view. Active cases may hide some info until an arrest is made or charges are filed. Personal details like Social Security numbers and victim addresses may be blacked out for privacy.

Expungement in Alabama

Alabama lets people erase some arrest records under certain rules. If charges were dropped, the person was found not guilty, or they finished a diversion program, they may qualify. The process means filing a petition with the court and paying a fee. If the court says yes, the arrest record is sealed. Not all charges can be erased though. Violent crimes and some other offenses do not qualify.

Search Greene County Records

Use the search tool below to find arrest records and other public records. It covers Greene County and all of Alabama.

Cities and Towns in Greene County

Greene County is mostly rural. There are only a few small towns. Eutaw is the county seat and the biggest town. Other places include Forkland and Union. None of them have over 100,000 people, so there are no city pages on this site for them. All arrests made by local police in these towns go through the Greene County Sheriff's Office and the county jail.

Need arrest records for someone picked up in Eutaw or another Greene County town? Call the sheriff's office at (205) 372-3175. They keep records for all arrests in the county. It does not matter which agency made the arrest.

Nearby Counties

Looking for arrest records in west-central Alabama? You may want to check these nearby counties too. Each one keeps its own arrest records at its sheriff's office.