FAQs
Our correction division which operates the Mobile Metro Jail, has an average daily population of some 1500.
How do I send money to a mobile metro jail? ›
The money orders must have the inmate's full name and date of birth and the sender's name and address including zip code. All money orders should be addressed in the following manner: (Inmate's Name, date of birth, Mobile 9 Page 10 Metro Jail, Money Clerk's Office, P. O. Box 104, Mobile, AL 36601.
Who is the sheriff of Mobile County, Alabama? ›
Sheriff Paul Burch
He returned home to Mobile in 1990 to join the Mobile Police Department, and in 1999, Paul became a deputy at the Mobile County Sheriff's Office. In 2014, Paul graduated from the FBI National Academy Session #258.
Can I file a police report online mobile Alabama? ›
To report a crime when it is not an emergency, dial 251-574-8633 or use our online CRIME TIP form below. If you have information about a crime that you would like to submit anonymously to the Mobile County Sheriff's Office, please provide as much information as possible in the form below.
What is the highest level inmate? ›
Administrative-Maximum Security Penitentiary
The facility is classified as a supermax prison. It houses inmates deemed to require the highest level of control and supervision.
How do so many inmates have cell phones? ›
Methods of smuggling
Once inside prison walls, the devices end up in the hands of inmates who purchase them with cash, which is also contraband in most prisons. Black market prices vary by prison, and can be up to US$1000. Some cell phones were designed with smuggling in mind.
Can inmates use Cash App? ›
No. It is not legal for them to have cell phones and if this person is asking you to send money to somebody outside of the prison and claiming they will get them one it is likely they are doing something illegal and will be smuggling it in.
How does jail ATM messaging work? ›
After you sign up for the SMS Texting Program, JailATM will verify that you have a valid cell phone number that can send and receive text messages. You must use the cell phone associated with that mobile number for all future texting with the resident.
How much does a deputy sheriff make in Mobile County? ›
How much does a Deputy Sheriff make in Mobile, Alabama? As of Aug 3, 2024, the average annual pay for a Deputy Sheriff in Mobile is $65,347 a year. Just in case you need a simple salary calculator, that works out to be approximately $31.42 an hour. This is the equivalent of $1,256/week or $5,445/month.
Who is the DA for Mobile County? ›
Mobile District Attorney Keith Blackwood
Throughout his career, he has prosecuted thousands of cases and was nationally recognized for excellence in complex and capital litigation.
WARDEN NOAH PRICE OLIVER | Mobile County Sheriff's Office.
What is 311 in Mobile, Alabama? ›
Mobile 311 is dedicated to serving the citizens of Mobile by helping to solve problems, obtain information and submit your request for service. We offer two means of submitting a request: online and via phone. To submit your request by phone, dial 311 or (251) 208-5311.
Are police reports public information in Alabama? ›
According to the Alabama Open Records Law, all records maintained by public officers in Alabama are public records. This includes all criminal records in the state. As such, Alabama criminal records are public records that can be requested by interested persons.
How many cops are in Mobile, Alabama? ›
With nearly 500 hundred police officers we are no doubt the premier police department in the region. Becoming a Mobile Police Officer is no doubt a challenge.
What county has the largest jails? ›
Background. Los Angeles County operates the world's largest jail system, and despite an incarceration rate well below the national average, its jails remain critically overcrowded.
Which state has the highest inmate population? ›
Texas stands out as the state with the highest prison population in the United States, with a staggering 133,772 prisoners. This figure reflects the scale of the criminal justice system and the challenges faced by the state in managing its correctional facilities.
How many prisoners are incarcerated? ›
The U.S. prison population was 1,230,100 at yearend 2022, a 2% increase from yearend 2021 (1,205,100). The number of females in state or federal prison increased almost 5% from yearend 2021 (83,700) to yearend 2022 (87,800).
How many county jails are there in Michigan? ›
Michigan has 82 jails in 83 counties.