Greene County Jail – Eutaw, AL

Greene County Jail is in Greene County and is the correctional facility for that county. Do you know somebody incarcerated at Greene County Jail? This guide tells you about everything one might want to know about Greene County Jailsuch as the following: How to locate an inmate at Greene County Jail. Find mugshots. The jail’s phone number and address. Bailing out of jail. Intake procedures and booking. Court information and records. And much, much more.

The chance of going to jail is a scary situation, not only for whoever is incarcerated, but also their family and friends. This guide is meant to offer information and tips that you need to make going to jail a little less stressful. If you have a specific question, just ask it in the comment section below, and please leave any comments or feedback that could be a benefit to other people in the same situation is much appreciated.

Do you have a family member or friend that is locked up and want to contact them?

Has a family member or friend that has been arrested and you need to find out where they are?

To see who’s in jail at Greene County Jail you have to navigate to their link and do an inmate search.

The Greene County Jail Inmate Locator is a list of persons currently in custody, including custody status, how much their bail is, and times you can visit. You can also get the same information on anyone arrested and booked or released within the past 24-hour period. Prisoners are shown in alphabetical order by last name. You’ll be able to find their inmate information faster if you’ve got your friend or family member’s full name, birth date, or inmate ID Number.

If the person you are looking for may be in another jail you will want to look here: List of all jails in Alabama

A mugshot, also known as a intake picture, is a photograph that the jail takes when you get processed at jail intake. They will take one face photo and a side-view photo. Your full name and jail ID number will be in the pictures, and they’re stored at the jail.

Mugshots are online, or you can view them at the Greene County Jail. When viewing online you will have to input the inmate’s legal name, and a booking date.

Want to get your mugshot taken off of the Greene County Jail site? This can be tricky, since the mugshot is public record. To get your mugshot taken down you have to file a ‘Petition to Expunge’. This means that your arrest record would be sealed, so no one will be able to see them. It is difficult to do this, and you will most likely need the services of a lawyer.

Read our in-depth tutorial about getting your mugshot taken down, the many different mugshot websites, and the mugshot removal services: How To Get Your Mugshot Taken Down

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If you are locked up, your only thought is about how to get out. After you’ve gone through the intake process, your bail amount is determined either through a preset bail schedule or a magistrate. If there is no bail set this might mean that you will either be free to go until your trial, or you have to stay in jail until your trial.

If you do bail out of jail you are required to agree to be in court on your court date, and you are not allowed to leave town.

Typically, prisoners at Greene County Jail will earn time off in exchange for good behavior when they respect the rules and conduct themselves properly while incarcerated.

If you prove to be trustworthy, you may be allowed to do work release. You will either have to go back to the jail at the end of the day when you’re finished at your job, or you might have the chance to move to a halfway house instead of jail.

Bail is how much money that you will be required to pay in order to be released from jail pending trial. The amount of bail that is set is determined by the crime you’ve been charged with. You will have to pay ten percent of the total that was determined before you can get out of jail. If you don’t go to your scheduled court date, whoever put up your bail money will lose that money.

To find out how much bail money you will need to bail someone out of jail will need to call the jail. If know the person’s information, such as name, address and date of birth, they will tell you the bail amount. Also, you can check their bail amount and status online.

Needing to bail someone out of jail is never fun, but most of the time, it is very simple to do. To start with, find out if it is a Cash Only Bond. If it is, you will not be able to use the services of a bail bondsman. Take cash only to the jail – the jail won’t accept checks. When you’ve paid bail, the person will be discharged. If they don’t violate the terms of their bail, you’ll get your money back.

If the amount of bail set is large, or you just can’t afford to pay it, you should look into the services of a bail bondsman. Bail bondsmen generally charge a fee of 10-15% of the total amount of bail set, and usually have a minimum charge of $100. This will not be returned to you and bondsmen usually only accept cash. If the bail is exceptionally high, the bail bondsman may request to use your assets as collateral.

To contact a local bail bondsman go to: Find a bail bondsman at Greene County Jail

Have you ever had to find a bondsman for someone you know or yourself? If so, please share your experience in a comment below, and let us know how it worked out.

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In Alabama bail amounts are pre-determined using by the Alabama Rules of Criminal Procedure – Bail Schedule, but keep in mind that the judge or magistrate has the final word on how much your bail will be. The bail schedule lists each and every crime included in Alabama and the specific bail amount for each of the crimes.

• Early Release For Good Behavior
• Get Out on Work Release
• Get Out For Time Served
• Get Out on a Pre-Trial Release Program
• House Arrest
• Be Released on Your Own Recognizance

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The jail intake procedure includes these steps:

• They’ll put you in a holding cell. When the jail is busy, you will have to wait a while to get processed.
• The first thing you will have to is you will have to answer some simple questions, like what is your legal name, home address, birth date and an emergency contact person.
• They’ll also ask about your psychological and medical history.
• You will be given an inmate ID number.
• You will get fingerprinted.
• You will have your mugshot taken.
• Any personal property you have will be taken from you and stored until you get released from jail.
• They will allow you to use the telephone so you can get in touch with a member of your family, friend, or bail bondsman.
• If you are expected to be released shortly, you might be able to keep wearing your own clothes, if not you will have to wear a jail issued jumpsuit.

Have you ever been arrested and gone through the jail intake procedure? If you have, you should share your experience. How long did it take to get through intake? What was your treatment like? Can you tell us tips that will help other people get through jail intake?

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Once you are able to post bail, you will be discharged from jail. Getting discharged from jail may take between 30 minutes to all day. Or, simply, the faster you post bail, the quicker you will be released. Also, it can depend on whether or not you have a bond amount or if the magistrate still needs to figure out how much to set your bail at. For a minor offense, you will simply be booked and released on your own recognizance. If you have served a sentence in jail and have a date of your release, expect to get released in the morning.

If there is a, or if you have to start your sentence, it is highly recommended that you do the right thing and turn yourself in. If you have a warrant, go to the jail reception area, and tell an officer that you think they might have a warrant for your arrest. They will check to see if you have a warrant, and if they verify that you have one, they will ask that you surrender yourself and you will be taken into custody. If it is for a jail sentence, report on the date and time that the sentence order states. Be very careful that you are not late to report. Just bring allowed items with you, for example a driver’s license or even your ID, any prescription medication you might take, as well as the copy of the sentencing order.

Inmates need to give each visitor’s name to the jail in advance of the visit. Your visitor’s information will be put in a log of visitors as an authorized visitor. Every visitor will be required to provide acceptable photo identification when visiting an inmate. Visitors showing up late or any visitors that are not approved to visit will not be allowed to visit the inmate.
The Greene County Jail visitation procedures are always changing, so we suggest that you visit the official Greene County Jail jail site before you try to go to visitation.

All phone calls from jail are made through a jail approved pre-paid phone account or phone card . Phone calls made in jail are usually more expensive than phone calls made at home. There is no limit to how often you can use the phone, but inmates must keep in mind that there are a limited number of phones, so all the inmates must share phone time. If you break the rules and are disciplined, phone calls might get cut back or cut altogether.

The Greene County Jail phone number is: 205-372-3242

All mall sent to inmates is required to be sent using the actual US Postal Service, and not courier or delivery, or hand delivered. You shouldn’t use any other type of mail delivery. You have to clearly write or type the prisoner’s name, inmate ID, and the address of the jail on the envelope. Do not send a box or package, envelope with padding or insulation, plastic or paper bag, or an envelope with any metal in it. All mail received by the jail will be opened and read and examined by the jail staff, and will get returned if deemed inappropriate.

Use this address when sending a letter to someone incarcerated at Greene County Jail:

Greene County Jail
Post Office Box 109
Eutaw, AL 35462-0109

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Greene County Jail
Post Office Box 109
Eutaw, AL 35462-0109

The Greene County Jail mail policy changes often, so be sure to check the official website when you send a letter to an inmate.

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If you have been arrested, you have particular rights, one of these is your right to request a lawyer. You only get so many phone calls when you get arrested, so you would be wise to have a friend or family member locate a lawyer when you call them. You might be thinking ‘I don’t have to get a lawyer – I can just represent myself’ You’re not required to have an attorney in all cases, a criminal attorney can advise you of your rights, look after your best interests and guide you through the complicated legal system. The quicker you get a lawyer involved with your charges, the better off you’ll be.

To read more about how to find a lawyer, click here: How to Find an Attorney in Greene County

If you’ve been arrested and cannot afford an attorney, you will be assigned a public defender. The Public Defender’s Office has a number of staff such as private investigators, crime scene and forensics experts as well as social case workers. All Public Defenders are real attorneys that are admitted to the State Bar and are licensed to practice law.

Have you or someone you know used a court appointed attorney or Public Defender? Are you happy with how they handled your case?

All court records are public and available to anyone who requests them. Court records include a file with a docket and all of the documents that have been filed in the case. You are able to access your court records using the internet service, or at the Clerk’s office of the Court.

A Clerk of Court is a member of the court who manages court records. The Clerk of Court also administer the oath for anyone testifying in court, and read the verdict when decided by the jury. All records from your court case are held at the Greene County Clerk of Court.

Court fees and costs are the charges and fees associated with your case, which include filing fees, motion and claim fees, and court charges. If you are low income and have been assigned a Public Defender, you will not be responsible for these fees.

The Greene County court magistrate is the judge who presides on your case in court. Magistrates are judges that do many different things, like determining how much your bail will be, issuing warrants for arrest, and acting as the presiding judge over preliminary court appearances and detention hearings.

A pre-sentencing report is prepared to include background information and details of the arrestee’s life, which the judge will consider when decide your sentence. Information will be collected from the defendant, his or her family members, and, if applicable, the victim in the crime. Keep in mind that you can request to have your own copy of the report before sentencing, so you have the opportunity to review it and correct any mistakes.

If you get convicted of a crime, you will be sentenced. There are a number of different options, which include community service, house arrest, and probation, to even prison or jail time. Depending on the severity of the crime, you might get taken into custody, right there in court, or given a date that you are supposed to surrender and report to jail to serve your sentence.

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Do you want to find out if someone is incarcerated in jail, or has ever been locked up?

You can you will have to visit the jail website and do an inmate search, and do a search using:

• Name.
• Birthdate.
• Their booking date.
• or jail ID.

If you’re not sure if your friend or family member is in jail, you can call the jail get confirmation.

If you think you have an outstanding warrant for your arrest, you can access arrest warrants on the Greene County court website or call the jail. You have to have the person’s first and last name. Or, you can just go the jail in person and ask them. You should be clear that if you do have an outstanding warrant, you should be prepared to get taken into custody immediately.

If you have a first and last name, as well as their arrest date, contact the Greene County jail, either by phone, in person, or check online. An arrest is in the public record and this information is freely available.

A Civil Process is when you get served with papers, such as a court order. You can access civil process orders by going to the Greene County Sheriff’s office, by phone or online.

All people registered as sex offenders must be listed and registered on both a national and state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been tried by jury and convicted in a court of law of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information on the internet, but keep in mind that you won’t see the street address, but only the address block of the address that they registered.

Court Records are public records and available to anyone. Court Records include a case file that includes a court docket and all documents and filings filed in your case. You can access the court records via the internet, or at Clerk of Court in the jurisdiction where the case was filed.

Each and every state maintains a record of a person’s criminal past. These online databases are linked together so you can track criminal backgrounds from another state. Go to the Greene County Courthouse and inquire in person, or you can check the website. It is helpful to know the county, and in the event that the crime was in a different state, you may have to pay for a more comprehensive search.

When you look up someone’s criminal record you can get a listing of all the arrests, charges, or convictions for these crimes:

• DUI.
• Drug crimes.
• Kidnapping.
• Sexual offenses including rape, assault.
• Violent crimes like assault or murder.
• Property crimes like theft or larceny.

If you do a criminal records check, in most cases won’t find out if that person had:

• Tickets for speeding.
• Drivers license revoked or suspended.
• Been in a traffic accident.
• Minor infractions or moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To get driving histories, you have to do a driving history search.

Have you ever searched for criminal records? How hard was it? Was your search online or did you have to call the jail? Was it correct? There are plenty of reasons that people search for criminal backgrounds and records, and your comments may help other people that are in the same situation.

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Most Wanted

Everyone knows that the FBI has a listing of the Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Greene County, the Sheriff maintains their own list of the top most wanted criminals in the county.

FBI’s Ten Most Wanted List

Greene County Sheriff’s Department Ten Most Wanted List: External Link


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

Just the thought of being incarcerated in Greene County Jail is something you wish you could avoid, soon you will get accustomed to the routine that is set for you in jail. You will get an alarm to wake up at about 6:00am, and then roll call. After roll call you will have breakfast. Following breakfast participate in the work program or other activity that you are assigned. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Greene County Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Greene County Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The procedure to send funds to someone in jail could change, so be sure to check the site before you send funds to an inmate.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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News and Media

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Greene County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Greene County Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

Apply for a Job at Greene County Jail

Requirements:

• You have to be over the age of 21.
• You have to possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You have to be a US Citizen.
• You have to pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You have to pass a drug test.
• You have to have a good level of fitness.
• You have to be in good health.
• You have to have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• Victims have the right to protection from the accused.
• Victims have the right to notification.
• Victims have the right to attend proceedings.
• Victims have the right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• Victims have the right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• Victims have the right to restitution.
• Victims have the right to a speedy trial.
• Victims have the right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever spent any time at Greene County Jail? Do you have a family member or friend that is an inmate there? Have you ever been to visit an inmate there?

If you have, then you should leave a comment below about it. Write down what you experienced so others will know what to expect.

Things you can include in your review:

• Jail conditions.
• Jail and pod layout and facility
• Jail staff and Guards
• Jail food and commissary
• Visitation
• Other Inmates.
• Inmate safety
• Gangs
• Programs and activities


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Tell Your Story

Everbody that’s been incarcerated has some stories about their time ‘inside’. How’d you end up in jail? How did the guards treat you? How was day to day life at Greene County Jail? Were the other inmates cool? How did getting locked up affect your life?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Did you meet some cool folks in jail? Are you trying to send a message to a person you met in jail? Write your message below.

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Links and Resources

Main Greene County Jail Link
Greene County Jail Inmate Search
View Greene County Jail Mugshots
Greene County Jail Bail Amount Link

Alabama Bail Schedule

Greene County Jail Visitation
Greene County Jail Jail Mail Policy Link
Greene County Jail Inmate Search
Greene County Jail Warrant Inquiry Link
Greene County Jail Arrest Lookup
Send Funds to an Inmate at Greene County Jail
Greene County Jail Jobs


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