Search Covington County Inmate Records

Covington County inmate records are kept by the sheriff's office in Andalusia. The county does not have an online website roster. Instead, an iOS mobile app provides inmate info. For those without an iPhone, calling the jail is the best option. Covington County sits in south Alabama near the Florida border.

Covington County Sheriff's Office

The Covington County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Andalusia. Deputies patrol the county and serve court papers. Corrections staff handle all booking and housing of inmates. The department covers all of Covington County including Andalusia, Opp, and Red Level. Staff work around the clock to keep the jail running in Covington County.

The jail sits in Andalusia, the county seat. 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 Covington County.

You can reach the sheriff's office by phone during business hours. The jail takes calls 24 hours a day. Visit in person if you need copies of records or want to post bond. Bring a valid photo ID when you come. Staff can help you find info about inmates in Covington County.

How to Search Covington County Inmates

Covington County provides inmate info through an iOS mobile app. Download the Covington County Sheriff app from the Apple App Store. The app is free. It shows current inmates with mugshots, charges, and bond info. Search by name to find a specific person in Covington County jail.

If you do not have an iPhone, call the jail. The phone number is (334) 428-2648. Staff answer around the clock. They can tell you if someone is in custody. They share charges, bond amounts, and booking dates over the phone in Covington County.

To search Covington County inmates:

• Download the iOS app from Apple App Store
• Or call the jail at (334) 428-2648
• Have the person's name ready
• Ask about charges and bond

The app works well for iPhone users. Android users must call instead. The sheriff's office chose this setup to reach people on their phones. It works for many but leaves some out. Keep the jail phone number handy if you do not have an iPhone in Covington County.

For state prisoners from Covington County, use the ADOC Inmate Search. The county app and phone line cover local jail inmates only. People with sentences over one year go to state prison. ADOC keeps those records separate.

Covington County Inmate Record Fees

The iOS app is free to download and use. Phone inquiries are also free. You pay nothing to check who is in the Covington County jail. Fees apply when you need official copies of records. The sheriff's office provides booking documents for a small charge per page.

Bond filing costs money at the Circuit Clerk. The fee is around $35 in Covington 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 Covington County.

How to Request Records in Covington County

You can request inmate records by phone, in person, or by mail in Covington County. The app gives basic current data for free. For official copies, contact the sheriff's office directly. Staff can help you get the records you need.

To request in person, go to the jail in Andalusia. 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 locate. Be ready to pay copy fees when you visit in Covington 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 Covington County Sheriff's Office at 22293 US Highway 84, Andalusia, AL 36420. 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.

Covington County iOS App

Covington County provides jail roster access through an iOS app. This is different from most Alabama counties that use website rosters. The app works on iPhones and iPads. Search for Covington County Sheriff in the Apple App Store. It is free to download and use for inmates in Covington County.

The app includes more than just the inmate roster. You can view recent arrests. You can submit tips to law enforcement. The app sends push notifications about crime alerts. The jail roster section shows current inmates with photos and charges in Covington County.

The limitation is that Android users cannot access the app. This excludes a large portion of smartphone users. If you have an Android phone, call the jail instead. Staff will look up inmates for you over the phone. This takes more time but works for everyone in Covington County.

Andalusia is the largest city in Covington County. It sits near Conecuh National Forest. The area is mostly rural with farms and timber. Highway 84 runs through town connecting it to other parts of south Alabama. The jail serves this spread-out population from Andalusia in Covington 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 Covington 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 Covington 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 Covington County.

Only Alabama residents can make formal records requests. Show proof like a driver's license. Out-of-state requests may be denied. The app is open to anyone who downloads it from the App Store.

Cities in Covington County

Covington County has several small cities. Andalusia is the county seat and largest city. Opp is the second largest. Other towns include Red Level, Florala, and Sanford. All local police send arrested people to the county jail in Covington County.

Florala sits on the Florida state line. The name comes from combining Florida and Alabama. Opp hosts the annual Rattlesnake Rodeo. The area has a rural character with small-town communities. All use the Covington County jail in Andalusia.

None of the cities in Covington County have populations over 50,000. They do not have separate city pages on this site. For inmate info, use the iOS app or call the jail at (334) 428-2648.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Covington 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.