Every detail on this page is checked by hand, not scraped. This unofficial directory helps friends and family of incarcerated individuals find critical information — inmate lists, locations, bail resources, visitation hours, rules, and text, phone, email, and mail services — for jails, detention centers, and prisons across the United States.
For inmate information at any time, call the 86-bed Marion County Jail at 205-921-7433.
Arrested in this county for a misdemeanor or felony? You will be brought to this facility for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, you may be held until you are bonded out, released on your own recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until your trial is concluded.
To see who is currently in custody, use the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve their time here, and those sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID for mail and communication. If it isn’t online, call Marion County Jail at 205-921-7433.
Phone: 205-921-7433
Physical Address:
842 Industrial Drive
Hamilton, AL 35570
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
(personal mail - white postcards only!)
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Marion County Jail
P.O. Box 1387
Hamilton, AL 35570
Other Jails and Prisons
You can look up an inmate’s charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot on the Marion County Jail’s Official Jail Inmate Roster. If you can’t find what you’re looking for, call the jail at 205-921-7433. Criminal case court information in Alabama is available on the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal.
Marion County Jail Inmate Search
Everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Marion County Jail is in our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers, including how jail rosters work and what happens after arrest and booking. Still unsure? Call 205-921-7433.
The Marion County Jail is licensed for 86 inmates, but it is often forced to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Most city and county jails turn over their population on this schedule:
Offenders held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Marion County remain in custody at the Marion County facility much longer.
Every year, approximately 1,720 offenders are arrested and detained by Marion County law enforcement agencies.
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.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Marion County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Marion County Jail:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 205-921-7433.
Once someone is booked at Marion County Jail in Hamilton after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 205-921-7433 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Marion County, Alabama, see the Marion County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Marion County Jail? What is the Schedule?
842 Industrial Drive
Hamilton, AL 35570
205-921-7433
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
| 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 |
| 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 |
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.
When available, the jail also provides use of ‘video visit kiosks’ in the jail lobby if you do not have a computer at home. These ’on-site’ video visits are FREE.
Costs
NCIC Video Visitation fees are subject to change, but the cost to you is roughly $7.50 ($0.25 per minute) for a 30-minute visit + an additional fee of $2.00 for the connection.
On-site (at the jail) video visits are FREE.
How to set up your Video Visit
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be sure to be in front of your computer and connected to NCIC at least 15 minutes before the start of the visit.
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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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Marion County Jail?
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.
When available, the jail also provides use of ‘video visit kiosks’ in the jail lobby if you do not have a computer at home. These ’on-site’ video visits are FREE.
Costs
NCIC Video Visitation fees are subject to change, but the cost to you is roughly $7.50 ($0.25 per minute) for a 30-minute visit + an additional fee of $2.00 for the connection.
On-site (at the jail) video visits are FREE.
How to set up your Video Visit
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be sure to be in front of your computer and connected to NCIC at least 15 minutes before the start of the visit.
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 You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Marion County Jail?
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.
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 Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the 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:
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
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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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Marion County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Marion County Jail ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.
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
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.
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Can 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.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Marion County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Deposit at the kiosk in the Marion County Jail lobby, if available.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $5.95).
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
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 {Marion County 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
• Deposit at the kiosk in the Marion County Jail lobby, if available.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $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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Do Inmates in the Marion County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Marion County Jail offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.
They can also be used for commissary ordering.
Marion County Jail offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.
They can also be used for commissary ordering.
To find out more bout how much tablets cost to rent, and what programs, entertainment, education and other things it can be used for, check out our Tablet Page.
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.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Marion County?
This facility, known as "Marion County Jail" is also known as Marion County Sheriff, Marion County Inmate Search, Marion County Arrests, Marion County Jail, Alabama, Marion.
The Marion County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Marion County: Brilliant, Guin, Hackleburg, Hamilton and Winfield.
