The Monroe County Detention Facility is a 48 bed jail in the city of Monroeville, Monroe County, Alabama. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 251-575-2963.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 251-575-2963, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Monroe County Detention Facility at 251-575-2963 to get it.
Phone: 251-575-2963
Physical Address:
160 Wilcox Street
Monroeville, AL 36460
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Monroe County Jail
65 North Alabama Avenue
Room 136
Monroeville, AL. 36460
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Monroe County Jail
65 North Alabama Avenue
Room 136
Monroeville, AL. 36460
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 251-575-2963 for the information you are looking for.
Monroe County Detention Facility Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
The Monroe County Detention Facility maintains an average of 48 offenders in custody on any given day. The Monroe County Detention Facility has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Monroe County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 960 offenders.
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Monroe County Detention Facilityl is located at 215 South Mount Pleasant Avenue, Monroeville, AL 36460. It can be contacted by phone at 251-743-2502 or fax at 251-575-5985.
The Monroe County Sheriff's Office can be contacted by phone at 251-575-2081 or fax at 251-575-2083.
Monroe County Detention Facility is a regional minimum-security jail with a capacity of 48 inmates. It offers an online search database for friends and loved ones to search for their missing person and allows bonds to be posted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week in the Prisoner Property Room window in the lobby.
Visits are available Monday through Friday at the following times: 8:45am, 9:45am, 10:45am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm. Inmates are allowed two 45-minute onsite video visits each week which must be scheduled in advance.
Monroe County Detention Facility has had a problem with contraband reaching inmates. In 2023 a corrections officer was charged in connection with facilitating drugs in the jail.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Monroe County Detention Facility, call the jail’s booking line at 251-575-2963.
There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.
Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.
If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.
Monroe County Detention Facility Booking Roster
After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Monroe County for booking.
Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.
Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Monroe County and other Alabama and USA jurisdictions.
If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.
It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.
The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.
During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.
Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.
At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.
If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Monroe County Detention Facility will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.
Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.
Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.
If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.
Yes, Alabama is a bail state, and Monroe County allows bail.
There four types of bonds accepted in Monroe County:
1. Judicial public bail/bond is the release of a defendant without any money but must have some kind of supervision while out on bail.
2. Cash bail is payment by the defendant or another person in part or in full of the total bail. The Monroe County Clerk of Court supervises this bond.
3. Property bail is when one or more people put up property owned in the state of Alabama to cover the bond.
4. Professional surety bail is when the defendant is released on bail by having a professional bond company execute the bond.
In Alabama, for violations of motor vehicle laws, a state trooper, sheriff’s office, police officers and constables can arrest and set bail for those violations not to exceed $300.
For non-motor vehicle violations, a bond hearing officer sets bail in Alabama. This officer must be an attorney and can set bail for any court in the state and is available on weekends and holidays via audio-visual technology that allows the public to view the hearing.
Bail is set at the time of arrest for lesser offenses and within 48 hours at what is called the initial appearance for more serious offenses.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?
160 Wilcox Street
Monroeville, AL 36460
251-575-2963
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 251-575-2963 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
Monroe County Detention Facility uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
Follow these instructions to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL.
For all the information you need to know regarding scheduling, cost, rules, tips and guidelines of inmate visits at the Monroe County Detention Facility, check out our Visit Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 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 Monroe County Detention Facility?
Monroe County Detention Facility uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Monroe County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Monroe County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Monroe County Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Monroe County Detention Facility allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Monroe County Detention Facility 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 & Inmate ID#
Monroe County Jail
65 North Alabama Avenue
Room 136
Monroeville, AL. 36460
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Monroe County Jail
65 North Alabama Avenue
Room 136
Monroeville, AL. 36460
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 Monroe County Detention Facility 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 Monroe County Detention Facility 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#
Monroe County Jail
65 North Alabama Avenue
Room 136
Monroeville, AL. 36460
For inmates receiving mail in the Monroe County Detention Facility 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 Monroe County Detention Facility:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Monroe County Jail
65 North Alabama Avenue
Room 136
Monroeville, AL. 36460
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 Monroe County Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Monroe County Detention Facility.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Monroe County Detention Facility.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Monroe County Detention Facility may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Monroe County Detention Facility has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Monroe County Detention Facility follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Monroe County Detention Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Monroe County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Monroe County Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Monroe County Detention Facility follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Monroe County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
- Inmates will be charged a monthly service fee of $4.00.
- Inbound and Outbound Chirps are $0.10 each.
Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Monroe County Detention Facility check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Monroe County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Monroe County Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Monroe County Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-575-2963 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Monroe County?
This facility, known as "Monroe County Detention Facility" is also known as Monroe County Criminal Court, Monroe County Sheriff, Monroe County Arrests, Monroe County Inmate Search, Monroe County Jail .
