Marion County Jail
Marion County Jail
The 86-bed Marion County Jail offers inmate information over the phone 24 hours a day at 205-921-7433.
This facility is the first stop for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. Everyone goes through booking and processing, and those who are held stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is finished.
You can search for current inmates using the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their time at this jail. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, reach the facility, and use services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
The inmate’s jail ID or booking number is required for many services, so save it. If it’s not online, call Marion County Jail at 205-921-7433.
Inmate Services
Phone
205-921-7433Mailing address (personal mail)
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
(personal mail - white postcards only!)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Other Jails and Prisons
Search the Official Jail Inmate Roster to see if someone is being held at the Marion County Jail, what they are charged with, how much their bond is, when they can get visits, and their mugshot. You can also call 205-921-7433. If you need court records for an Alabama criminal case, search the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal.
Marion County Jail Inmate Search
Check our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for help finding an inmate in the Marion County Jail, understanding how the jail roster works, and learning what happens after an offender is booked. For further assistance, call 205-921-7433.
The Marion County Jail is licensed for 86 inmates, but it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. The monthly turnover rate at most city and county jails is at least 40% of the inmate population, with an additional 30% every 90 days and an additional 20% every six months. Approximately 8-9% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges such as rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Marion County remain in the Marion County facility much longer.
Marion County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,720 offenders every year.
Marion County opened a new jail in September 2025. The Marion County Jail is now at 842 Industrial Drive in the Bedford Industrial Park in Hamilton. The $13–17 million building also houses the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and the county Emergency Management Agency. It holds more than 200 people and replaces the crowded jail on Winchester Drive that dated to 1979. If you have an older address or an old map pin, it will send you to the wrong place. The jail’s 24-hour number has not changed: (205) 921-7433.
The sheriff’s office posts a current roster and a 48-hour release list at marionsoal.com/inmate-roster, plus a most wanted page at marionsoal.com. The jail holds adult men and women, including people awaiting trial, people serving county time, and state-sentenced inmates waiting on transfer. Medical care is provided by Quality Correctional Health Care. Under Alabama Rule of Criminal Procedure 4.3, anyone arrested must see a judge without unnecessary delay and within 72 hours. Marion and Winston counties together make up the 25th Judicial Circuit, and Alacourt (v2.alacourt.com) lists the charges and court dates. If there is a warrant for you, call the sheriff’s office or a lawyer before you turn yourself in.
In Alabama, most people held before trial have a right to bail. A judge may deny it only in a capital case with strong proof, or, after a detention hearing, in the cases covered by Aniah’s Law (2022): murder; first-degree kidnapping, rape, sodomy, sexual torture, domestic violence, human trafficking, burglary, arson and robbery; aggravated child abuse and certain offenses against children; and terrorism. A May 2026 amendment approved by 81.6% of voters added solicitation, attempt or conspiracy to commit murder, and shooting into an occupied building or vehicle. Amounts start from the Rule 7.2 schedule (for example, $5,000–$30,000 for a Class B felony and $1,000–$7,500 for DUI) but can go up or down. The court may release someone on personal recognizance or an unsecured appearance bond, or require a secured bond in cash, property or through a licensed bail bond company. Call the jail for amounts.
NCIC runs visitation. The new building has an on-site video visitation room, and remote video visits from home cost about $0.25 a minute plus a connection fee. Book visits at least 24 hours ahead at videovisit.ncic.com or call NCIC at (800) 943-2189. Bring government-issued photo ID. Children must be with a parent or legal guardian who has a birth certificate or other proof. Because the jail has moved, confirm on-site visiting hours with the jail first. No public bus serves the jail; most visitors drive. The closest gas is Watha’s Texaco at 215 Bexar Ave E, and Heritage Chevron is at 1705 Military St S. For food, McDonald’s is at 1394 Military St S and Jack’s Family Restaurant is at 1687 Military St S.
Mail has gone to the person’s full name and inmate number, Marion County Jail, P.O. Box 1387, Hamilton, AL 35570. Personal mail is limited to plain white, pre-metered postcards, while legal mail may come in envelopes and books must ship from the publisher. Call to confirm the mailing address is still current after the move. NCIC also handles phones and deposits: go to ncic.com, call (800) 943-2189, or use the kiosk at the jail. Families can’t bring outside clothing to the jail.
- Marion County Jail: 205-921-7433
- Marion County Sheriff: 205-921-7433
What should you know about the booking process at Marion County Jail?
Once arrested, the person is taken to Marion County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Marion County Jail include:
- Confirming identity.
- Taking mugshots for record.
- Medical, mental health, and substance history questioning.
- DNA collection if applicable.
- Comprehensive physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Access to a free phone call.
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Marion County Jail at 205-921-7433.
Steps to pay bail in Marion County
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Marion County Jail in Hamilton for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 205-921-7433.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
- Pay a cash bond in full at the bonding window inside the jail or at the clerk of court, by cash, cashier's check or money order; a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor often takes debit and credit cards for an extra fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (the jail can be reached at 205-921-7433).
- Licensed bail bond agents in Marion County are available for assistance.
- Land or a home can often serve as bond collateral: the owner provides a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value showing clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, commonly double, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.
To learn more about the bail process in Marion County, Alabama, visit the Marion County Jail Bail Page.
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Marion County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
842 Industrial Drive
Hamilton, AL 35570
205-921-7433
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 20-30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Inmates are allowed two visits per week
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | No video sessions |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| SATURDAY | No video sessions |
Marion County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 8:30PM |
Marion County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Marion County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Marion County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Marion County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
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Marion County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Marion County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Marion County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Marion County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
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How Do I put Money on an Inmate's Commissary Account in the Marion County Jail to Purchase Phone Cards?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Marion County Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use the NCIC self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Marion County Jail uses NCIC to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. NCIC charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Mail it to the Marion County Jail address on this page, or to the address below if it is different than the facility address.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling 800-943-2189
For more information about sending an inmate money for phone cards or other commissary sundries, check out our Inmate Money Page.
How to deposit money in an inmate's phone account in the Marion County Jail
- To deposit money online go the NCIC website.
- To deposit money over the phone call 800-943-2189.
- To deposit money at the jail use the NCIC Kiosk in the Marion County Jail lobby.
- Call the jail at 205-921-7433 to confirm lobby hours for depositing inmate funds.
For complete information on depositing money in an inmate's account, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
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How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Marion County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Marion County follow these instructions:
Marion County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Alabama.
- Choose Marion County Jail
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Marion County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Marion County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
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Marion County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
The Marion County Jail ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.
- Minimum size: 3.5 Inches by 4.25 inches. Maximum size: 4.25 inches by 6 inches.
- Postcards mailed with a stamp will be rejected.
- It is best to only use blue or black ink.
- Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.
Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
(personal mail - white postcards only!)
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
The Marion County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Marion County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Marion County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon. Due to drug smuggling, not all inmates are even allowed to receive mail in envelopes, as only certain types of postcards are allowed.
For complete information on mail policies and addresses, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Marion County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Marion County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Marion County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Marion County Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Marion County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Marion County Jail follow these steps:
Marion County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Marion County Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Marion County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Marion County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
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Ask Marion County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Marion County Jail
Ask Marion County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Marion County Jail what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Marion County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-921-7433 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Marion County?
The Marion County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Marion County: Brilliant, Guin, Hackleburg, Hamilton and Winfield.