Mobile County Metro Jail Guide for Inmates
Overview of the Facility
The Mobile County Metro Jail is a correctional facility located in Mobile, Alabama. It serves as the primary detention center for Mobile County and houses both pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates.
Contact Information
Address: 450 St Emanuel St, Mobile, AL 36603
Phone: (251) 574-8040
Website: https://www.mobileso.com/corrections/
How to Locate an Inmate
To locate an inmate, you can use the online inmate search tool available on the Mobile County Sheriff's Office website. Alternatively, you can call the jail directly for information.
Visitation Information and Hours
Visitation is conducted through video visitation only. Visitors must schedule appointments in advance through the facility's video visitation system. Contact the jail for specific visitation hours and procedures.
How to Send Money
Money can be sent to inmates through various methods:
- Online: Through the TouchPay Direct system
- Kiosk: Located in the jail lobby
- Mail: Send money orders to the inmate's name and booking number
Phone Calls and Video Options
Inmates have access to telephones during designated hours. Video visitation is available through the jail's contracted service provider. Family and friends can set up accounts for these services.
Inmate Services and Programs
The Mobile County Metro Jail offers various programs including:
- Educational programs
- Substance abuse treatment
- Religious services
- Work release programs (for eligible inmates)
Security and Management Information
The facility is managed by the Mobile County Sheriff's Office Corrections Division. It employs modern security measures and technologies to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, and visitors.
Legal and Visitation Rights
Inmates have the right to legal counsel and can meet with their attorneys. All visits, except for attorney visits, are conducted through video visitation to maintain security.
Booking and Release Process
Upon arrest, individuals are booked into the facility, which includes fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information. Release occurs after posting bail, serving a sentence, or by court order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What items can I bring to visitation?
As visitation is conducted through video, no items are allowed to be brought for inmates during visitation.
How do I schedule a video visitation?
Video visitations can be scheduled through the jail's online visitation system or by contacting the facility directly.
What is the mailing address for inmates?
Inmate's Full Name and Booking Number
Mobile County Metro Jail
450 St Emanuel St
Mobile, AL 36603
