Access Randolph County Arrest Records

Randolph County arrest records are kept by the Sheriff's Office in Wedowee. The jail has 37 beds. They put an inmate roster online that you can search for free.

Randolph County Sheriff's Office

The Randolph County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for the county. Sheriff David Cofield runs the department. They handle patrol, civil process, court security, and jail work. Chief Deputy Donnie Grant and Major Donnie Strain help with day-to-day tasks. Anyone arrested in Randolph County goes through this office. It doesn't matter which agency made the arrest.

Online Inmate Roster

The Sheriff's Office keeps an online inmate roster at randolphcountyso.org/inmate_roster.php. This roster shows everyone held at the jail right now. The system uses a table you can sort and filter fast. Search by name or just browse all entries. The roster updates through the day. New bookings show up, and releases get taken off.

Each record has a mugshot photo. You also see the person's name, age, sex, race, height, weight, and booking date. Click on column headers to sort. That makes it easy to find recent arrests or look up a certain person. The roster shows 25 entries per page but you can see more.

What Arrest Information Is Available

When you look up an inmate, you see a lot of detail. The booking date tells you when they came to the jail. Height and weight help with ID. Race and sex are listed too. The system shows charges at booking. Some records go back to 2023. But the main focus is on who's in jail right now.

Randolph County Jail

The Randolph County Jail sits at 1 Main Street in Wedowee. It was built in 1988. The jail can hold about 37 inmates at a time. Some are waiting for court dates. Others serve short sentences. Dennis Farr runs the day-to-day work as Jail Administrator.

Visitation Information

The jail allows visits. But you must be on the inmate's approved list first. Get added before you show up. Hours run Monday through Sunday from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Then again from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Some weekdays have extra hours from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Call the jail at (256) 357-4546 to check the schedule. They can tell you how to get on the list.

Booking Process

When someone gets arrested in Randolph County, they go to the jail on Main Street. Booking starts with fingerprints. Then they take a mugshot. Staff collect personal items for safekeeping. All arrest info goes into the system. After booking, the inmate shows up on the online roster. The whole thing can take a few hours. It depends on how busy the jail is. Bond amounts are set based on charges and any open warrants.

Court Records and Case Information

After an arrest, charges get filed through the 5th Judicial Circuit Court. Circuit Court takes felony cases. District Court deals with misdemeanors, traffic, and prelim hearings for felonies. Both courts sit at the Randolph County Courthouse in downtown Wedowee.

Circuit Court Clerk

The Circuit Court Clerk keeps all criminal case files, court judgments, and sentencing docs. Chris May is the Circuit Clerk. He oversees these records. Need certified copies? You can ask in person or by mail at the clerk's office. They also handle expungement petitions. That's for people who want to clear eligible records from their history.

Alacourt Public Access

The Alacourt Public Access portal gives free online access to court records in Randolph County. Go to pa.alacourt.com to search. Pick Randolph County from the dropdown. Choose Criminal as case type. Then type in the name. Results show case numbers, charges, hearing dates, and case status. You can see court dates and final outcomes at no cost. Courts all across Alabama use this same system.

5th Judicial Circuit

Randolph County is part of the 5th Judicial Circuit. The circuit also has Chambers, Tallapoosa, and Macon counties. Mike Segrest is the District Attorney for all four. Tucker North works as Assistant DA in Randolph County out of the Wedowee office. The circuit court handles felonies, civil cases over certain amounts, and appeals from district court.

District Attorney's Office

The 5th Judicial Circuit DA's Office handles all criminal cases in Randolph County. Mike Segrest leads the office. He was sworn in at the Chambers County Courthouse in January 2023. Tucker North is the Assistant DA for Randolph County. He works out of the Wedowee office.

The DA's Office handles cases from traffic tickets to felonies and capital crimes. They focus on getting justice for victims. They also work to hold offenders accountable. If you're a crime victim in Randolph County, the DA's office can give you case updates and help with victim services.

Additional Arrest Record Resources

Alabama VINE

The Alabama VINE service covers Randolph County inmates. VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday. It lets victims and others track an offender's status. You get alerts when things change. If the inmate gets released, moved, or escapes, you'll know. Sign up online or call 1-877-846-3425. You can get alerts by phone, email, or text. It's free. It runs 24/7, all year long.

Sex Offender Registry

Sex offenders in Randolph County must sign up with the Sheriff's Office. You can search for them through ALEA's Sex Offender Registry. The database shows photos, current addresses, and offense info. It covers all 67 Alabama counties.

Alabama Law Enforcement Agency

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) keeps the state's central criminal history records. You can ask for a background check through ALEA. Use it for jobs, licensing, or personal needs. Most checks cost about $25. ALEA pulls arrests and case outcomes from all counties, including Randolph.

State Prison Inmates

If someone gets more than two years, they go from the county jail to state prison. Use the ADOC Inmate Search to find them. The database shows which prison they're in. You can also see sentence details and release dates.

Federal Court Records

Federal cases are handled apart from state cases. The U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Alabama covers federal matters here. Search federal case records on PACER. The Federal Bureau of Prisons has an Inmate Locator for those serving federal time.

Fees for Arrest Records

Most online searches cost nothing. The inmate roster, Alabama VINE, and Alacourt are all free. If you need official copies, you'll pay some fees.

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Legal Framework for Arrest Records

Public Records Law

Under Alabama Code Section 36-12-40, you have the right to look at and copy public records. Arrest records, booking info, and court records are mostly public in Alabama. The jailer's logbook counts as a public record. Anyone can ask to see it.

What Information Is Public

Public arrest records include the inmate's name, date of birth, and booking date. You can also see charges, bond amount, court dates, case outcomes, and mugshots. But some things stay private. Social Security numbers and driver's license numbers are kept back to stop identity theft.

Records Not Available to the Public

Some arrest records are off limits. Juvenile records are private under state law. You can't access them. Sealed and expunged records are blocked too. Active cases and open warrants stay hidden. That protects police work and keeps officers safe.

Expungement in Randolph County

Alabama law lets you expunge some arrest records. You might qualify if charges got dropped. Or if you were found not guilty at trial. Finishing a pretrial diversion program can help too. Some non-violent convictions can be cleared after a wait. To start, file a petition with the Randolph County Circuit Court. It costs $500 unless the court gives you a waiver for low income. Then you go to a hearing. The judge decides if you get the expungement. Call (256) 357-4551 for forms.

Legal Resources

Legal Services Alabama

Legal Services Alabama gives free civil legal help to low-income folks in Randolph County. They don't do criminal defense. But they can help with arrest record issues. That includes expungement petitions. They also explain your rights for background checks and jobs.

Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral

Need to hire a lawyer for criminal defense or expungement? The Alabama State Bar has a referral service. Call (800) 392-5660. They connect you with local attorneys. The first consultation is usually cheap.

Public Defender

Got arrested but can't afford a lawyer? You might get a public defender. The court checks your income and assets to decide. Ask for one at your first court date. Or call the clerk's office to find out how to apply.

Search Randolph County Records

Use the tool below to look up arrest records and criminal history in Randolph County or anywhere in Alabama.

Cities in Randolph County

Randolph County has several small towns. Wedowee is the county seat. About 800 people live there. Roanoke is the biggest city with around 5,900 folks. Other spots include Woodland and Wadley. No city here tops 100,000 people. So all arrests go through the Sheriff's Office jail in Wedowee.

If someone gets picked up in Roanoke, Wedowee, Woodland, or anywhere else in the county, they end up at the jail on Main Street. Local cops make arrests. But the Sheriff's Office does all the booking and holds people. The online roster at randolphcountyso.org shows all arrests countywide.

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