What Happens to Your Loved One's Property at Chilton County Jail (you have 10 days)

Chilton County Jail keeps personal property for just 10 days. After that, unclaimed items get disposed of or donated to local charity. Waiting "until things settle down" could mean the belongings are already gone.

Family members can pick up property during business hours, seven days a week, at Chilton County Jail, 301 City Street, Clanton, AL. Bring a valid photo ID - you won't be able to retrieve anything without it.

Some items don't follow the 10-day rule. Chilton County Jail stores certain personal belongings until the inmate's release, protecting the most critical things from disposal.

• ✓ Wallet and contents
• ✓ Keys
• ✓ Cellular phone
• ✓ Jewelry
• ✓ Identification
• ✓ Legal documents
• ✓ Purse and contents

Thinking about dropping off extra items? Don't bother. The jail only accepts what the inmate had in their pockets and the seasonal clothing they were wearing at booking. Extra clothes, baggage, suitcases, sea bags, tents, and large storage bags are all turned away.

Reading material counts as property, and limits apply. Each inmate can keep one faith-based book in their documented religion. Anything beyond what's allowed is considered contraband and will be disposed of.

1. Have your loved one choose a reliable person - It’s the inmate’s responsibility to contact a reliable individual to obtain their personal property.
2. Bring a valid photo ID - Anyone attempting to pick up inmate property must present a valid form of photo identification.
3. Go to the jail during business hours (any day) and don’t wait - Family members may pick up property seven days a week during business hours at Chilton County Jail, 301 City Street, Clanton, AL, and most property is only stored for 10 days.
4. Focus your pickup on items that won’t be held until release - Certain items (like identification, keys, and legal documents) are maintained until release, so prioritize everything else within the 10-day window.