Chilton County Jail is a 232-bed jail in Clanton, Chilton County, Alabama. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 205-755-1053.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Chilton County Jail at 205-755-1053 for assistance.
Phone: 205-755-1053
Physical Address:
301 City Street
Clanton, AL 35045
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Chilton County Jail, C/O Securus DMC
PO Box 22706
Tampa, FL 33622
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Chilton County Jail
301 City Street
Clanton, AL 35045
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Chilton 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 205-755-1053 for the information you are looking for.
Chilton 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 Chilton 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 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
The Chilton County Jail maintains an average of 232 offenders in custody on any given day. The Chilton 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 Chilton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,640 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Chilton County Sheriff’s Office operates the Chilton County Jail and houses all of the inmates within. Up to 232 inmates can be held at one time on charges that are either misdemeanors or felonies, and they will remain both before and after their sentencing, allowing them to serve their sentence close to their own community and support system.
Staff are available around the clock to both accept and release offenders as they are arrested or bonded out, and they can be reached for some questions at 205-755-1053, while other details on an inmate will be available online.
To meet the care standards for inmates they are provided with onsite medical care, onsite dental care, and onsite mental health services along with classification procedures that ensure they are housed in the correct housing units. Commissary is provided to allow access to additional hygiene supplies and other needs, and this can be funded through an online access, and telephones are provided to allow outgoing calls each day though an account online.
Mail is now sent to a third party vendor to prevent contraband from entering Chilton County Jail, so all personal mail is to be sent to the inmate name and ID # to the scanning center at:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Chilton County Jail, C/O Securus DMC
PO Box 22706
Tampa, FL 33622
The paper used must be regular stock and no bigger than letter size, a full return address is required, and anything that is unable to be scanned will be returned to sender.
Remote visits are available each day and will occur between 8am and 10:30pm.
Court Information for city inmates for the following cities: Clanton, Jemison, Thorsby, and Maplesville (if you were arrested by the city police)
Clanton... Contact the City Magistrate located at the Clanton Police Dept. or call 205-755-1194.
Jemison... Contact the City of Jemison Municipal court at 205-688-4491 Monday Friday 8:00am to 4:00pm.
Thorsby... Contact the City of Thorsby Municipal court at 205-646-3575
Maplesville... Contact the City of Maplesville Municipal court at 334-366-4211
Once arrested, the person is taken to Chilton County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Chilton County Jail include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Chilton County Jail at 205-755-1053.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Chilton County Jail in Clanton for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 205-755-1053.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Chilton County, Alabama, visit the Chilton County Jail Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail? What is the Schedule?
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
MONDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Chilton County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Chilton County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail?
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
MONDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:05 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:15 PM - 10:30 PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail?
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
NOTE: Chilton County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
1. Register or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen.
2. Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
3. Select the "Purchase Items" option.
4. Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Chilton County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Chilton County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Chilton 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 Chilton 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 Chilton County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Chilton 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. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Chilton County Jail 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 #
Chilton County Jail, C/O Securus DMC
PO Box 22706
Tampa, FL 33622
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Chilton County Jail
301 City Street
Clanton, AL 35045
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
The Chilton 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Chilton County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 #
Chilton County Jail
301 City Street
Clanton, AL 35045
Postcards
The Chilton 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 Chilton County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Chilton County Jail, C/O Securus DMC
PO Box 22706
Tampa, FL 33622
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Chilton County Jail
301 City Street
Clanton, AL 35045
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
The Chilton 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Chilton County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 #
Chilton County Jail
301 City Street
Clanton, AL 35045
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail, and what can I purchase?
NOTE: Chilton County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Chilton County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Chilton County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Chilton County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Chilton County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Chilton County inmate, do the following:
Chilton County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Chilton County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Chilton County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Chilton County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Chilton County Jail, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Chilton County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Chilton County follow these instructions:
For all Chilton County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Chilton County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 205-755-1053 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Chilton County?
This facility, known as "Chilton County Jail" is also known as Chilton County Department of Corrections, Chilton County Arrests, Chilton County Sheriff, Chilton County Inmate Search, Chilton County Dept of Corrections.