The Mobile County Metro Jail Facility is a 1500 bed jail in the city of Mobile, Mobile County, Alabama.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 251-574-6412, 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.
Phone: 251-574-6412
Physical Address:
450 St. Emanuel Street
Mobile, AL 36603
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate Name (no nicknames); Inmate's Date of Birth
Mobile County Metro Jail
P.O. Box 104
Mobile, Alabama 36601
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate Name (no nicknames); Inmate's Date of Birth
Mobile County Metro Jail
P.O. Box 104
Mobile, Alabama 36601
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail 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 251-574-6412 for the information you are looking for.
Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile County Metro Jail 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 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
The Mobile County Metro Jail Facility maintains an average of 1500 offenders in custody on any given day. The Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 38,940 offenders.
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Mobile County Metro Jail Facility has a capacity of 1,500 inmates. It is located at 450 St. Emanuel Street, Mobile, AL 36603 and can be contacted 24 hours a day at 251-574-6412. Inmates can be searched for on the official Inmate Search Jail Roster or by calling the jail. Offenders arrested in the last 24 hours are found here, along with their mugshots.
Incoming mail must be addressed to the inmate's name (see above) and have your return address.
Visiting hours are Monday-Saturday 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM.
The facility houses both male and female inmates with various security levels and includes a minimum security barracks. It offers services such as sending money to inmates and state-of-the-art inmate telephone systems.
Details and specifics on all of the inmate services can be found by scrolling down this page.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility, call the jail’s booking line at 251-574-6412.
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.
Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile 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 Mobile 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 Mobile County Metro Jail 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.
Call 251-574-6412 to find out the exact bond (plus other fees) amount, or look it up online by looking up the information on the Mobile County inmate locator.
Mobile County Metro Jail Facility uses an online cash bonding company called CashBondOnline.com so you don't have to bond out your inmate at the jail or at the Mobile County Courthouse.
Here's how it works:
1. Once you find out that your inmate has been arrested, go here and select Alabama.
2. Next select Mobile County Metro Jail Facility, or if it is not listed like that, try Mobile County.
3. Next, input your inmate's name or ID Number and then click 'Find'.
4. If your inmate is elegible for a cash bond, the amount will be noted next to their criminal charges.
For full information on Cash bail and Bond Online, including how to contact them by phone and email, check out our Inmate Bail page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility? What is the Schedule?
450 St. Emanuel Street
Mobile, AL 36603
251-574-6412
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
REMOTE VISEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
Next Steps:
For at-home video visits: Sign in to the visitation scheduling site 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit. Test your connection, and follow the steps to start your visit.
For on-site video visits: Arrive at the facility at least 15 minutes prior to check-in. A valid photo ID is required.
All your questions can be answered after you register, at the Frequently Asked Questions page, or call 855-208-7349 during the following hours:
6AM – 4PM MST Monday – Friday, or
7AM – 4PM MST Saturday – Sunday
Costs for Visits are subject to change but generally run less than $10.00 for a 30 minute visit.
Payment can be made with Visa, Mastercard debit, credit or gift cards.
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 Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 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 Mobile County Metro Jail Facility?
450 St. Emanuel Street
Mobile, AL 36603
251-574-6412
ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
REMOTE VISEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 5:30PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Mobile County Metro Jail Facility uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company 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. Call the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate Name (no nicknames); Inmate's Date of Birth
Mobile County Metro Jail
P.O. Box 104
Mobile, Alabama 36601
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Mobile County Metro Jail Facility follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Mobile County Metro Jail Facility, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Mobile County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility?
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Mobile County Metro Jail Facility 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 Name (no nicknames); Inmate's Date of Birth
Mobile County Metro Jail
P.O. Box 104
Mobile, Alabama 36601
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate Name (no nicknames); Inmate's Date of Birth
Mobile County Metro Jail
P.O. Box 104
Mobile, Alabama 36601
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 Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Name (no nicknames); Inmate's Date of Birth
Mobile County Metro Jail
P.O. Box 104
Mobile, Alabama 36601
For inmates receiving mail in the Mobile County Metro Jail 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. 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 Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Mobile County Metro Jail Facility.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Mobile County Metro Jail Facility.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Mobile County Metro Jail 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
Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile County Metro Jail Facility follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Mobile County Metro Jail Facility check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Mobile County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Mobile County Metro Jail Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Mobile County Metro Jail Facility - Sending and Receiving Messages.
How It Works:
Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.
To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Mobile County Metro Jail 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 Mobile County Metro Jail Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 251-574-6412 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Mobile County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Mobile County?
This facility, known as "Mobile County Metro Jail Facility" is also known as Mobile County Sheriff, Mobile County Jail, Main Facility, Mobile County Jail, Main Facility, Alabama, Mobile.
