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Cherokee Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Cherokee Jail is a detention facility located in Cherokee County, Alabama. It serves as the primary correctional institution for the county, housing both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.

Contact Information

Address: 110 Cedar Bluff Road, Centre, AL 35960
Phone: (256) 927-3363
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Cherokee Jail, you can call the facility directly at (256) 927-3363. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation hours and policies may vary. It is recommended to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation schedules and requirements.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. Online payment systems information is not available.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls. For specific information on phone services and any potential video visitation options, please contact the jail administration.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on specific inmate services and programs is not readily available. Contact the jail for details on educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs that may be offered.

History of the Facility

Detailed history of the Cherokee Jail is not available. The facility serves Cherokee County, Alabama, as its primary detention center.

Security and Management Information

The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the management and security of the jail. For specific security protocols and management practices, contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal counsel. For specific information on legal and visitation rights at Cherokee Jail, consult with the jail administration or a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For detailed information on booking and release procedures, contact the jail directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

The list of allowed items may vary. Generally, inmates are permitted to have basic hygiene products and certain approved personal items. Contact the jail for a specific list of allowed items.

How can I send mail to an inmate?

To send mail to an inmate, address it to: Inmate's Full Name, Cherokee Jail, 110 Cedar Bluff Road, Centre, AL 35960. Include your return address on the envelope.

What should I do if I have concerns about an inmate's well-being?

If you have concerns about an inmate's well-being, contact the jail administration immediately at (256) 927-3363 to report your concerns.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Cherokee Jail. If you are have completed a Cherokee 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 Cherokee 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 Cherokee Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

3752 Old Lee Highway, Cherokee, AL, 36516

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 256-359-4959 .

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 Cherokee 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.

Cherokee Jail Inmate Searcher

Fill out the form below and receive a detailed report on an inmate. This includes current and previous arrest records, social media handles, current and previous addresses & phone numbers.

How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Cherokee Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Cherokee Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Cherokee Jail.

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