Winston County Jail, AL

Winston County Jail offers in-person visitation Tuesday through Sunday, with sessions from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Video visitation isn't available here. You must be at least 18 years old or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, and you'll need a valid government-issued photo ID at sign-in. Expect to be searched. Don't bring contraband, don't touch or exchange items with inmates, and stay seated in designated areas during your visit. If the jail requires registration or scheduling, handle that ahead of time—then follow staff instructions and posted rules when you arrive.

Winston County Jail uses an outgoing-only phone system—you can't call in and get connected to an inmate. To receive calls, you or the inmate will need the inmate's booking number. Follow the automated prompts to complete the call. Collect calls aren't accepted. Inmates are limited to a set number of calls each day, billed at a per-minute rate. Voice and text messages aren't allowed either. Need the booking number? Check the jail roster.

Sending mail to someone at Winston County Jail is straightforward if you follow the rules. All incoming mail gets inspected for contraband before delivery. Address your letter with the inmate's full legal name and booking number so it reaches the right person. Use only a standard 6" x 9" envelope—other sizes may be returned. Include a clear return address, and skip the stamps, stickers, or embellishments on the envelope. Don't send cash, pornographic materials, contraband, or any food or drink. Care packages aren't permitted.

Winston County's online inmate inquiry is the fastest way to find someone at the jail. Search by first and last name or booking number, then click Submit/Search to run the lookup. Results may show the person's name, booking number, booking photo and date, charges, custody status, and housing location. The Sheriff's website also has a Warrants tab where you can look up warrant numbers, names, dates of birth, charges, and bond amounts. Get warrant information online, in person in Double Springs, or by calling (205) 489-8765. Note: the Sheriff's Office doesn't release mugshots to the public. The county also maintains an online sex offender registry with a contact number for reporting violations.