Perry County Jail

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Perry County Jail Information

The Perry County Jail is a 46 bed jail in the city of Marion, Perry County, Alabama. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 334-683-6534.

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 334-683-6534, 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 Perry County Jail at 334-683-6534 to get it.

Phone: 334-683-6534

Physical Address:
202 Pickens Street
Marion, AL 36756

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Perry County Jail
c/o Perry County Sheriff's Office
P.O. Box 157
Marion, AL 36756

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Perry County Jail
c/o Perry County Sheriff's Office
202 Pickens Street
Marion, AL 36756

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Perry County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Perry County Jail, 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 334-683-6534 for the information you are looking for.

Perry County Jail 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 Perry County Jail, 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 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

The Perry County Jail maintains an average of 46 offenders in custody on any given day. The Perry County Jail 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 Perry County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 920 offenders.

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About the Perry County Jail

Perry County Jail is located in Marion, Alabama, the county seat. It is a minimum-security level facility with a capacity of 46 inmates. It is managed by the Perry County Sheriff's Office.

The facility is located at 202 Pickens Street, Marion, AL 36756 and can be contacted by phone at 334-683-6534.

Attorney or Professional visits are allowed from 8:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. and 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. every day, while Clergy Visits must be approved by the Sheriff or Jail Major before they are allowed.

The jail houses individuals who have been arrested by municipal police departments and those who are currently serving time in the facility. In 2021, an inmate with a pending murder charge escaped from the jail twice in one week. 

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Perry County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Perry County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 334-683-6534.

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.

Perry County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Perry County?

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 Perry 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.

What is the booking process like at the Perry County Jail?

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 Perry 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.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

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.

What happens after booking?

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 Perry County Jail 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.

How long does the Perry County Jail Booking process take?

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.

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Directions / Map to the Perry County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Perry County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Perry County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

202 Pickens Street
Marion, AL 36756
334-683-6534

  • Visits are 30 minutes.
  • You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
  • The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 334-683-6534 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 334-683-6534 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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Perry County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Perry County Jail?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Perry County Jail?

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Perry County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Perry County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Perry County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Perry County Jail, and what can I send them?

Postcards
The Perry County Jail 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.
Envelopes
The Perry County Jail may also allow regular postcards and envelopes to be mailed to inmates as well, however more and more jails are no longer allowing envelopes or paper letters due to concern about paper being dipped into liquefied drugs like methamphetamines and cocaine and then mailed into secure facilities.
To confirm that the Perry County Jail still allows letters in envelopes call 334-683-6534 or view the Inmate Mail Instructions.
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Most jails allow books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Perry 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.
To confirm that the Perry County Jail continues to allow books to be mailed by a third party publisher or bookseller, call 334-683-6534.
Care packages
Care packages are pre-chosen items packaged together and sent to the inmate from a third-party vendor. They can include clothing, snacks and seasonal items.
When a jail allows the inmate to receive Care Packages they must come directly from an approved company that specializes in serving the inmates of jails.
Call 334-683-6534 to see if the Perry County Jail participates in a Care Package program and if so, how to purchase one.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Perry 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 Perry County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Perry County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Perry County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Perry County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-683-6534 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Perry County Jail? What does it look like?
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Search for an Inmate in Perry County

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