Search Coffee County Inmate Records

Coffee County inmate records are kept by the sheriff's office in Elba. The county does not have an online jail roster. You must call the jail to check on inmates. Coffee County has dual county seats at Elba and Enterprise. The jail is located in Elba where the main courthouse sits.

Coffee County Sheriff's Office

The Coffee County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Elba. Deputies patrol the county and serve court papers. Corrections staff handle all booking and housing of inmates. The department covers all of Coffee County including Elba, Enterprise, and New Brockton. Staff work around the clock to keep the jail running in Coffee County.

The jail sits in Elba near the courthouse. It takes inmates from police agencies across the county. Most people booked here stay for short sentences or while waiting for trial. Sentences over one year go to state prison. The sheriff's office keeps all local inmate records in Coffee County.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone during business hours. The jail takes calls 24 hours a day. This is important since there is no online roster. Visit in person if you need copies of records or want to post bond. Bring a valid photo ID when you come to Coffee County.

How to Search Coffee County Inmates

Coffee County does not have an online inmate roster. You must call the jail to check on inmates. The phone number is (334) 897-2544. Staff answer around the clock. They can tell you if someone is in custody and share basic booking info for inmates in Coffee County.

When you call, have the person's full name ready. If you know their date of birth, that helps too. Staff will search their system and tell you what they find. They can share charges, bond amounts, and booking dates over the phone. For detailed records, you may need to visit in person in Coffee County.

To check on Coffee County inmates:

• Call the jail at (334) 897-2544
• Have the person's full name ready
• Ask about charges and bond
• Visit in person for detailed records

The lack of an online roster means more phone calls. Keep the jail number saved in your phone if you check often. Staff are usually helpful and can answer basic questions. For a copy of booking records, plan a trip to Elba in Coffee County.

For state prisoners from Coffee County, use the ADOC Inmate Search. The county jail handles local inmates only. People with sentences over one year go to state prison. ADOC keeps those records separate.

Coffee County Inmate Record Fees

Phone inquiries are free. You pay nothing to call and ask about inmates. Fees apply when you need official copies of records. The sheriff's office provides booking documents for a small charge per page in Coffee County.

Bond filing costs money at the Circuit Clerk. The fee is around $35 in Coffee County. Pay by money order or cash. Bondsmen charge about 10% of the total bond. Cash bonds require the full amount upfront. Property bonds need court approval.

For court records, try Alacourt ACCESS. This costs $9.99 per name search. You get case details and charges. ADOC charges $25 minimum for old state inmate records. Copy fees at the sheriff's office run $0.25 to $1.00 per page in Coffee County.

How to Request Records in Coffee County

You can request inmate records by phone, in person, or by mail in Coffee County. Phone calls give you basic current info for free. For official copies, you need to go in person or send a written request. Staff can help you get what you need.

To request in person, go to the jail in Elba. Bring a valid photo ID. Tell them what records you need. They can search the system and print copies while you wait. Some older records take longer to find. Be ready to pay copy fees when you visit in Coffee County.

For mail requests, write a letter with the inmate's full name, date of birth if known, and what records you want. Include your contact info and a check for fees. Mail it to the Coffee County Sheriff's Office at 1065 East Roy Parker Road, Elba, AL 36323. Allow two to three weeks for a response.

Under Code of Alabama Section 36-12-40, public records are open to Alabama residents. The office must respond within 15 business days. If they deny your request, they must explain why in writing.

Coffee County's Dual County Seats

Coffee County has two county seats. This is unusual in Alabama. Elba serves as the primary county seat where most county offices sit. Enterprise is the secondary county seat with its own courthouse. The jail is only in Elba. Both cities handle court cases but inmates go to one location in Coffee County.

Enterprise is the larger city with about 28,000 people. It is home to Fort Novosel, formerly Fort Rucker. The Army aviation training center brings soldiers and families to the area. Enterprise is known for its Boll Weevil Monument. The statue thanks the pest for forcing farmers to diversify crops in Coffee County.

Elba is smaller but serves as the county seat. It sits in the southern part of the county. The Pea River runs through town. Elba has flooded several times over the years. The courthouse and jail are on higher ground. County government runs from Elba in Coffee County.

The dual seat arrangement means court cases may be heard in either city. But all inmates go to the Elba jail. When searching for someone, call the Elba jail number. Enterprise police bring arrestees to Elba for booking in Coffee County.

Alabama Inmate Records Laws

Alabama law gives residents the right to access public records. This includes jail rosters and booking logs. Knowing these rules helps when you make a request in Coffee County. The laws say what you can see and what stays private.

Code of Alabama Section 36-12-40 gives you the right to inspect public records. This covers most inmate files. You do not need a reason for your request. Under Section 36-12-41, agencies must provide copies for a fair fee in Coffee County.

Some records stay sealed. Youthful offender files are protected under Section 15-19-7. Expunged records are hidden under Sections 15-27-1 through 15-27-21. Medical data stays private. Security info may also be blocked in Coffee County.

Only Alabama residents can make formal records requests. Show proof like a driver's license. Out-of-state requests may be denied. Phone calls about current inmates are usually answered for anyone who asks.

Cities in Coffee County

Coffee County has several cities and towns. Elba and Enterprise are the dual county seats. New Brockton is another notable town. Enterprise is the largest by population. All local police send arrested people to the county jail in Elba in Coffee County.

Fort Novosel brings military personnel to the area. Soldiers train at the Army aviation school. Many families live off-post in Enterprise and surrounding areas. This adds to the population and affects the local jail population in Coffee County.

None of the cities in Coffee County have populations over 50,000. They do not have separate city pages on this site. For inmate info, call the county jail at (334) 897-2544.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Coffee County. If you cannot find someone in the local jail, check nearby counties too. Inmates sometimes transfer. Each county runs its own jail and roster system.