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Ashville Jail, Alabama - Inmate Guide

Overview of the Facility

Ashville Jail is a detention facility located in Ashville, Alabama. It serves as the primary correctional facility for St. Clair County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 47 9th Street, Ashville, AL 35953
Phone: (205) 594-2140
Website: https://stclairco.com/county-offices/jail/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Ashville Jail, you can:

  • Call the jail directly at (205) 594-2140
  • Use the online inmate search tool on the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office website

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours are subject to change. Please contact the facility directly for the most up-to-date information. Visitors must have a valid government-issued photo ID and may be subject to search upon entry.

How to Send Money

Inmates can receive money through the following methods:

  • Money orders sent by mail to the jail address
  • Cash deposits at the jail lobby kiosk
  • Online payments through JailATM

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are allowed to make collect calls or use pre-paid phone accounts. Video visitation may be available, but you should contact the facility for specific details and scheduling information.

Inmate Services and Programs

Ashville Jail may offer various programs and services, including:

  • Educational programs
  • Religious services
  • Substance abuse counseling
  • Work release programs (for eligible inmates)

Security and Management Information

Ashville Jail is operated by the St. Clair County Sheriff's Office. The facility employs various security measures to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can receive visits from their attorneys. Family and friends can visit during designated visitation hours, subject to facility rules and regulations.

Booking and Release Process

Upon arrival, inmates go through a booking process that includes fingerprinting, photographing, and a health screening. Release procedures vary depending on the inmate's situation (e.g., posting bail, completion of sentence, or court order).

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to visitation?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring any items into the visitation area. You may be permitted to bring identification and car keys. All other personal belongings should be left in your vehicle or secured in provided lockers.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

You can send mail to an inmate by addressing it as follows:
Inmate's Full Name, Inmate ID Number
Ashville Jail
47 9th Street
Ashville, AL 35953
All mail is inspected for contraband before being delivered to inmates.

What are the accepted forms of ID for visitation?

Accepted forms of identification typically include valid government-issued photo IDs such as a driver's license, state ID card, military ID, or passport. Expired IDs are not accepted.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Ashville Jail. If you are have completed a Ashville Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Ashville Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Ashville Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

7th Avenue & 6th Street, Ashville, AL, 35953

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 205-594-4152 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Ashville Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.

Ashville Jail Inmate Searcher

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Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

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Ashville Jail driving directions

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General Stats for Alabama

Alabama Total Number of Inmates

35,861

Alabama Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

47,407

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

384

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

8,245

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,660

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

254

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.64

18,176

Female

6.36

1,235

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

55.64

444

Detained

38.35

306

Diverted

5.64

45

Prisons and Jails in Alabama