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Welcome to the Huntsville Jail Information Guide

This resource is dedicated to helping families and friends of inmates currently incarcerated at the Huntsville Jail in Huntsville, Alabama. Here you will find comprehensive information on numerous topics to aid in connecting and supporting inmates throughout their time at this facility.

Overview of Huntsville Jail

Huntsville Jail is a city jail located in Huntsville, Alabama, primarily holding inmates awaiting trial or sentencing, or those serving short sentences. The facility is operated under the jurisdiction of the Huntsville Police Department.

Contact Information

Address: 815 Wheeler Ave NW, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA

Phone Number: +1 (256) 427-7009

Website: http://www.huntsvilleal.gov/

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate in the Huntsville Jail, contact the jail directly by phone or visit the city’s website where you may find an inmate lookup tool. Be prepared to provide full name and birthdate of the inmate for accurate information.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitors must first be approved by the facility following a background check. Once approved, visiting hours are generally on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, though times may vary. It is important to confirm with jail administration about specific visitation schedules.

Sending Money to Inmates

Family and friends can send money to inmates at Huntsville Jail through money order, deposited directly at the facility. Online options, if available, can typically be found on the Huntsville website.

Phone Calls and Video Visitation Options

Inmates are allowed to make outgoing calls using a prepaid account or collect calls. Video visitation can be scheduled and is conducted using the approved system accessible through the jail’s official website.

Inmate Services and Programs

Huntsville Jail offers various programs including educational programs, counseling, and vocational training aimed at rehabilitation and preparing inmates for reintegration into society.

Security and Management

The facility is managed by the Huntsville Police Department, ensuring stringent security and management protocols to maintain safety and order within the jail.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Huntsville Jail have the right to receive visits and legal counsel. Specific regulations and rights can be accessed through the jail’s administration, providing transparency and adherence to legal standards.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process involves taking personal information, fingerprints, and photographs. Release procedures depend on whether the inmate has made bail, completed their sentence or received court orders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items can I bring to an inmate at Huntsville Jail?

Visitors are generally not allowed to bring items directly to inmates apart from approved inmate property like clothing. All other items must be sent through approved channels.

How can I schedule a visit to Huntsville Jail?

Schedule a visit by contacting jail administration to get approved as a visitor. Once approved, you can book a visitation slot as per the jail’s scheduling process.

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How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Huntsville 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

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