Colbert County Jail is a 62-bed jail in Tuscumbia, Colbert County, Alabama. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 256-383-0741.
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 Colbert County Jail at 256-383-0741 for assistance.
Phone: 256-383-0741
Physical Address:
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Colbert County Jail
1605 Beltline Rd SW D8 #244
Decatur, AL 35601
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Colbert County Jail
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Colbert 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 256-383-0741 for the information you are looking for.
Colbert 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 Colbert 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 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
The Colbert County Jail maintains an average of 62 offenders in custody on any given day. The Colbert 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 Colbert County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,720 offenders.
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The Colbert County Jail houses only the male inmates from Colbert County, while female inmates are housed at the Tuscumbia City Jail.
For male inmates waiting for trial or serving a short sentence for crimes committed in Colbert County, information on their arrest and bail along with other details is available by calling the facility 256-383-0741 or checking the online lookup.
The building stands three stories tall in brick behind a high fence topped with barbed wire to prevent escape.
Full services for inmates are provided in this 1962 building that houses up to 62 inmates. They will receive medical care and mental health counseling, there is access to three healthy meals each day, time for recreation and letter writing along with phone calls and visits from friends and family.
For supplies that are needed inmates may have friends or family add money to their commissary account, which will fund not only their commissary but also phone calls and visits. This site also allows people to send emails and messages, order care packages, and offer other financial support to inmates.
Access to phones is provided, and this account can be added to online or in the lobby between the hours of 7:00am and 7:00pm.
All mail for an inmate must be sent through the post office to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Colbert County Jail
1605 Beltline Rd SW D8 #244
Decatur, AL 35601
... and only plain envelopes with the address and the return address will be accepted.
Once arrested, the person is taken to Colbert 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 Colbert 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 Colbert County Jail at 256-383-0741.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Colbert County Jail in Tuscumbia 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 256-383-0741.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Colbert County, Alabama, visit the Colbert County Jail Bail Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Colbert County Jail? What is the Schedule?
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| MONDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| TUESDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| THURSDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| FRIDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| SATURDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Colbert County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Colbert County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Colbert County Jail may have 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.
You Can Email Inmate
Colbert County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 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 Colbert County Jail?
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| MONDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| TUESDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| THURSDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| FRIDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
| SATURDAY | 8AM – 10AM 12PM – 4PM 6PM – 7PM 8PM – 11PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Colbert County Jail?
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
Colbert County Jail 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 Colbert County Jail 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's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Colbert County Jail
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
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 Colbert County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Colbert County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Colbert County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Colbert County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Colbert County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Colbert 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 Colbert County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Colbert County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Colbert 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 Colbert 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#
Colbert County Jail
1605 Beltline Rd SW D8 #244
Decatur, AL 35601
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Colbert County Jail
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
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 Colbert 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 Colbert 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#
Colbert County Jail
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
Postcards
The Colbert 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 Colbert 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#
Colbert County Jail
1605 Beltline Rd SW D8 #244
Decatur, AL 35601
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Colbert County Jail
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
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 Colbert 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 Colbert 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#
Colbert County Jail
201 North Main Street
Tuscumbia, AL 35674
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Colbert County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Colbert County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Colbert County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Colbert County Jail 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
Colbert County Jail 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 Colbert County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Colbert County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Colbert County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Colbert County Jail 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 Colbert County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Colbert 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 Colbert County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Colbert County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Colbert County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis (or are given to the inmate use for a limited time) and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Colbert County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-383-0741 for further assistance.
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