For round-the-clock inmate information, call the 400-bed Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer at 205-481-4160.
This facility receives misdemeanor and felony arrestees from throughout the county for booking and processing. Those who are detained remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered to stay in custody until their trial ends.
Browse the roster of current inmates with the inmate search tool.
Sentences shorter than one year are served here. Sentences longer than one year are served in the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information about the visitation schedule, inmate funds, sending mail, inmate phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Note the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, as you’ll need it for letters and other contact. If it’s not online, call Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer at 205-481-4160.
Phone: 205-481-4160
Physical Address:
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
Other Jails and Prisons
When you need to find an inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, the Official Jail Inmate Roster lets you review their charges, see their bond amount, find out when they can get visits, and view their mugshot. You can also call the jail at 205-481-4160. If you are looking for court information on a criminal case in Alabama, the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal is the place to search.
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer Inmate Search
We’ve put together a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers covering how to find an inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, how jail rosters work, and what happens after someone is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reading them, call 205-481-4160.
The Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer is licensed for 400 inmates at a time, but it often has to make room for many more offenders, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails, at least 40% of the inmate population turns over monthly. Another 30% turns over every 90 days and another 20% every six months, and approximately 8-9% stay six to twelve months. Inmates who remain 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 Jefferson County are held at the Jefferson County facility much longer.
Each year, Jefferson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 40,300 offenders.
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer in Bessemer, Alabama is a medium-security detention center operated by the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. Established in 1888, it has a capacity of 400 inmates and offers 4 juvenile cells and 24 adult jailing cells.
It provides inmates with access to a law library which is open Monday through Friday from 7AM to 3PM. The facility is capable of checking mail for any security breaches while ensuring any prohibited materials are not present. Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Those sentenced are typically held for less than two years.
Besides its downtown Birmingham jail, the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office runs a second adult jail in Bessemer, where the county’s Bessemer court division sits. The Bessemer jail is at 1822 2nd Avenue North, Bessemer, AL 35020. Its switchboard is (205) 481-4160, and the administrative office is (205) 481-8502. It is a medium-security facility with about 400 beds. It shares its staff of deputies and its population count with the Birmingham jail, which together hold about 1,000 people on a typical day. People here are mostly waiting for trial or for transfer to state prison, and those serving short county sentences may stay here. There is on-site medical care, and the jail offers religious services, drug and alcohol programs, GED classes, and life-skills courses. The law library is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Bessemer and Birmingham jails use the same online search at sheriff.jccal.org, so check which building the person is in before you drive out. After booking, the person must appear before a judge without unnecessary delay and within 72 hours of arrest (Ala. R. Crim. P. 4.3). Cases go through the Bessemer Division of the 10th Judicial Circuit, and you can follow them on Alacourt. If you know there is a warrant, call the Sheriff’s Office at (205) 325-5700 or talk to a lawyer about the safest way to turn yourself in.
For bond questions, call the Bessemer Pre-Trial Release office at (205) 481-8529, or call the jail for the amount. Cash, credit cards, and money orders are accepted. You can also use a licensed bail bonding company or pledge real estate as collateral. Alabama’s Constitution guarantees bail in most cases. The exceptions are capital charges where the proof is evident or the presumption great, and the charges covered by Aniah’s Law (2022). Under that law, a judge can hold a detention hearing and deny bail for murder; first-degree kidnapping, rape, sodomy, sexual torture, domestic violence, human trafficking, burglary, arson, or robbery; aggravated child abuse and certain crimes against children; and terrorism. Amendment 1, approved by 81.6% of voters in May 2026, added solicitation, attempt, or conspiracy to commit murder and shooting into an occupied building or vehicle. The Rule 7.2 schedule suggests $10,000–$60,000 for a Class A felony, $5,000–$30,000 for Class B, $300–$6,000 for a Class A misdemeanor, and $1,000–$7,500 for DUI, but judges can go higher or lower. Release can also come on personal recognizance or an unsecured appearance bond.
The Sheriff’s countywide visiting rules apply here too. There are no visits on Mondays or Fridays, and each person gets two visits a week. Visitors must be 17 or older with a valid state ID or driver’s license. No more than two adults and two children over age three can come at once, and children under three may visit only on the first Sunday of the month. Weekend visiting at Bessemer has been scheduled by last name, so call the jail to confirm your time before you go. Remote video visits through GettingOut are available daily from 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and must be booked at least 24 hours in advance.
You can reach the jail by bus. MAX Transit Route 45 runs between Birmingham’s Central Station and downtown Bessemer and stops at 19th Street and 2nd Avenue North, about a block from the jail. If you drive, you can get gas at Red Rock, 31 19th St S, or Citgo, 1411 4th Ave N. Classic Burger & BBQ at 1732 15th St N and Jack’s Family Restaurant at 1800 19th St N are close by for a quick meal.
Mail goes to the person’s full name and subject number, Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, 1822 2nd Avenue North, Bessemer, AL 35020. Every envelope and postcard needs your full name and return address. Write in blue or black ink. Publications must come straight from the publisher, and books must be softcover from a retailer. To add money, use the NCIC kiosk in the lobby, ncic.com, or (800) 943-2189, or mail a money order. Never mail cash. NCIC also handles phone accounts. Calls will show up from (800) 943-2189, and you must register your number before the person can call you. Commissary packages come from Inmate Canteen.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer 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 Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer include:
To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer at 205-481-4160.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer in Bessemer 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 205-481-4160.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Jefferson County, Alabama, visit the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer? What is the Schedule?
Schedule Video Visits online with gettingout
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 9:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| MONDAY | No Visitation |
| TUESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00 AM - 12:00PM |
| FRIDAY | No Visitation |
| SATURDAY | 9:00 AM - 7:00PM |
| 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 |
How it Works with GettingOut
1. Register an account.
2. Select Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
3. Choose either an INMATE ACCOUNT or FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT.
4. You will then receive prompts to validate both your identity and phone number .
5. Again, choose your inmate's facility, then type their name and select your inmate.
GettingOut will then guide you through the steps needed to arrange your remote visit.
Customer Service for GettingOut
If you have any questions, you can call them at 866-516-0115.
GettingOut online contact form
Frequently Asked Questions
The GettingOut App is available on Google Play and Apple Store.
To visit an inmate in Jefferson County, whether by video or in person 'at the jail', follow these steps:
Other than 'at the jail' visits between you and your inmate, which is explained and outlined in detail on our Visit Inmate Page, Jefferson County remote video inmate visitation can be done using the services of GettingOut.
There are three ways to remotely visit your inmate in Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer:
1. Using the GettingOut Kiosk at the jail.
2. Using your computer from home.
3. Using your phone on the GettingOut apps.
To remotely visit an inmate in Jefferson County follow these steps:
1. Start by confirming that Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer's Video Visitation is working correctly by looking up Jefferson County here.
2. The next step is to create an account here for GettingOut.
3. Then add funds to your account.
4. Last, select Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, and then the inmate you wish to communicate with.
Other Jefferson County Services provided by GettingOut:
- Phone Calls & Voicemail
- Email, Photo & Video Sharing
- Inmate Tablet Rental
- Deposits
Customer Service
If you have any questions about the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer Visitation Services you can call them at 866-516-0115.
Frequently Asked Questions
* All the information you need to have complete knowledge about inmate visitation; policies, rules, fees, schedules, tips, dress codes, and children, lawyers and clergy visitation in Jefferson County, can be found on our Visit Inmate Page.
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer Phone: 205-481-4160
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer?
| 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 |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
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
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer 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 Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer address on this page, or to the address below if it is different than the facility address.
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
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.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Jefferson County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Jefferson County follow these instructions:
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer 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:
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 Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
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
Ask the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer 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 Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
For inmates receiving mail in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer 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.
All mail is to be shipped to the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer:
Inmate's Full Name & Subject Number
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer
1822 2nd Avenue North
Bessemer, AL 35020
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, and what can I purchase?
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer follow these steps:
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Jefferson County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer using an Online Messaging Service?
Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles Inmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
How Messaging Works
Watch this video on how to send a message.
1. Messages can be up to 500 characters long, including punctuation. At the bottom of your message there is a 'character countdown' feature.
2. After you click the “CONTINUE” button, you can review the cost to send your message to your inmate. You can also attach credits for your inmate to reply to your message. Be sure to accept the Terms and Conditions and click the “SEND” button for your message to be successfully delivered to your inmate.
How Uploading Photos Works
Watch this video on how to upload a photo.
1. Select the Photos Tab.
2. Select “Take New Photo” or “Upload New Photo”.
3. Take a new photo with your webcam, or select "Choose File" to upload a photo from your computer.
4. Give your photo a Title or add it to the "Gallery" of your choice.
5. Select the "Share" button.
6. Select your inmate(s) and then select "Share".
7. Once the photo is approved, it will be shared with your inmate(s).
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
To mail or email an inmate in Jefferson County follow these steps:
When mailing a letter or postcard to an inmate, please follow these instructions:
Emailing Messages & Photos
Facility_name_1} contracts with GTL GettingOut, the same service that handles iInmate Phone Systems and Video Visitation, for sending secure messages and photos between you and your inmate.
If you are not already registered, do so here, or Log in.
Then use the Facility Finder to:
1. Select Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer,
2. Add your inmate to your list of contacts,
3. Add a credit or debit card to cover your costs.
Customer Service Questions
'Online' Contact Form, or
Call 866-516-0115
Go here to this FAQ to get answers to how the transition to ViaPath from GTL and gettingout will affect your account.
All the information you need to understand mail and email policies for Jefferson County can be found on our Inmate Mail Page and our Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GettingOut, a GTL / Viapath company.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer, such as:
- Free services are already available for use on the device at Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer.
- Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
- Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What Does a Tablet Cost?
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.
Game Center:
30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)
Unlimited eBooks:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
Streaming Music:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)
Newsfeed
Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)
Same Day Subscription Services
Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)
Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)
Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)
All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes.
Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...
Tablet: $249.99 per each
Charger: $8.99 per each
Earbuds: $2.99 per each
To find out how to get access to a tablet for inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GettingOut/GTL
2. Purchase the services you want for your Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer inmate.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-481-4160 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Jefferson County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Jefferson County?
This facility, known as "Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer" is also known as Jefferson County Corrections Division, Bessemer Arrests, Bessemer Inmate Search, Jefferson County Inmate Search, Jefferson County Arrests, Jefferson County Sheriff, Bessemer Sheriff.
The Jefferson County Jail – Bessemer serves the following cities and towns of Jefferson County: Adamsville, Addison, Argo, Bessemer, Birmingham, Brighton, Brookside, Cahaba Heights, Center Point, Clay, Edgewater, Fairfield, Fultondale, Gardendale, Graysville, Homewood, Hoover, Hueytown, Irondale, Jefferson, Leeds, Lipscomb, Midfield, Morris, Mountain Brook, Mulga, North Johns, Pinson, Pleasant Grove, Tarrant, Trafford, Trussville, Vestavia Hills and Warrior.
