Madison County Jail, AL

At Madison County Jail, inmates must be in custody for 30 days before they're eligible for visits. All visits for the general public are remote only, and every video call is monitored and recorded. You can schedule video visits at www.ncic.com up to 48 hours before your appointment. Slots are first-come, first-serve, and inmates can have up to three visits per day. One thing to know: the system uses facial detection during video visits. If your face isn't detected, the screen may turn gray, so keep a clear, unobstructed view of your camera. Attorneys can meet clients in person or by video but must present a government-issued ID and an up-to-date Bar Card showing their ASB number.

Madison County Jail uses NCIC Inmate Communications for phone service. Per-minute rates are $0.16 for local, in-state, and out-of-state calls, and $0.35 for international calls. Every call is monitored and recorded, and inmates dial out using assigned PINs. The jail also provides one free call from the booking area. If you want custody status updates or release notifications, register with VINE. It's available 24/7 online or by phone. Secure Electronic Messaging is also available through NCIC at $0.35 per message. No attachments or photos are allowed, and you'll need an approved account with a clear government ID image on file. To avoid delays, have the inmate's booking identifier ready and set up your accounts before expecting calls or messages.

Madison County Jail accepts commissary deposits through the lobby kiosk, the online deposit portal, or by phone. Credit card transactions are capped at $150 per transaction and $500 per 30-day period (fees included in those caps). For fees: lobby kiosk cash deposits cost $3, while credit card deposits at the kiosk or online are charged 10% with a $3.25 minimum. After release, remaining funds can be picked up at the Pistol Permit Office (603 Fiber Street) during business hours with valid ID. The Request for the Release of Funds form can be used once within the first 60 days of detention. If you're depositing online or by phone, set up your account with the vendor ahead of time and confirm processing times and fees before sending money.