The Calhoun County Jail, located in Anniston, AL, is operated by the local sheriff’s office. The county commission is responsible for funding the operations of the jail. In addition, the commission determines the number of staff and the jail’s annual operating budget. The primary function of the jail is the maintenance of individuals who are required to be held in custody pending disposition of their respective criminal cases. Also, the jail offers several programs to inmates, such as rehabilitation, the jail chaplain program, and work release. To view the Calhoun County inmate roster, click here.

Jail Address

400 West 8th Street
Anniston, AL 36201

Calhoun County Inmate Roster

The county maintains a Calhoun County inmate roster that allows the public to search for inmates at the jail. The search tool can be accessed through the county website and requires the inmate’s first and last name or jail identification number. The search tool will return a list of inmates that match the search criteria, along with their booking date, charges, and current location within the jail. To access the Calhoun County inmate roster, click here.

Jail Visitation  / Calhoun County Inmate Roster

To schedule a visit at the facility, click here. If the inmate you wish to visit is not listed on the website, please call (256) 241-8032 to schedule a visit. However, before scheduling a visit, it is advisable to first confirm the inmate’s presence at the jail by reviewing the Calhoun County inmate roster here. The following authorized persons may visit an inmate at the facility:

• Immediate family members
• Parents
• Grandparents
• Spouses
• Siblings
• Children

The following persons, however, are not permitted to visit an inmate at the facility:  

• Anyone awaiting trial for a felony offense.

• A person on pass or furlough from a correctional rehab or institution

• Any person who was released from prison or jail during the previous 12 months

• Anyone who is a victim or co-defendant of the inmate

• A person with an active warrant for his or her arrest

Inmates establish their visitation list when they are booked into the facility. Only in special circumstances will a change be made to an inmate’s visitation list once they have been booked in. Also, the inmate is the only that can request a change to the list.

To view the Calhoun County inmate roster, click here.

Inmate Mail / Calhoun County Inmate Roster

Inmates at the jail are allowed to receive mail from their friends and family members. However, before sending mail, it is recommended that you confirm the inmate’s presence at the facility by reviewing the Calhoun County inmate roster here. Also, all mail must be sent through the United States Postal Service and must be addressed to the inmate using the following format:

Inmate’s Name
Calhoun County Jail
400 West 8th Street
Anniston, AL 36201

Inmates may receive letters, photographs, and other approved items through the mail. However, all mail is subject to inspection by jail staff to ensure that it does not contain any contraband or inappropriate materials. Also, inmates may not receive packages through the mail.

Sheriff’s Office / Calhoun County Inmate Roster

The Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office operates several programs that help the public and make the community safer, such as the Yellow Dot Program, which alerts first responders to the location of a person’s medical and personal information in a vehicle accident. In addition, the office operates the Neighborhood Watch program, which allows local citizens to partner with law enforcement personnel to prevent and solve crimes in their local neighborhoods. To view the Calhoun County inmate roster, click here.

Sheriff’s Office Address

400 West 8th Street
Anniston, AL 36201

Sheriff / Calhoun County Inmate Roster

Sheriff Matthew Wade is the current sheriff of Calhoun County, Alabama. He has a bachelor’s degree in Technology and a master’s degree in Criminal Justice from Jacksonville State University, and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and the National Sheriff’s Institute. In addition, he began his career in law enforcement as a correctional officer at the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and worked his way up through the ranks. Also, he was appointed Sheriff in 2016 and was elected for a full term in 2018. Further, in his personal life, Sheriff Wade is married with two children and enjoys hunting, fishing, and playing the bagpipes. To view the Calhoun County inmate roster, click here.

About the County / Calhoun County Inmate Roster

Calhoun County is located in the eastern part of Alabama, with its county seat in Anniston. It was named after John C. Calhoun, a former Vice President of the United States. The county has a population of around 116,000 people and is home to a number of cities and towns, including Anniston, Jacksonville, Oxford, and Piedmont. In addition, the county is home to several colleges and universities, including Jacksonville State University and Gadsden State Community College. The county contains several outdoor recreation opportunities, including the Talladega National Forest and the Chief Ladiga Trail. Also, the county is home to the local sheriff’s office, which is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the county’s residents, and the local jail. To view the Calhoun County inmate roster, click here.

Demographics / Calhoun County Inmate Roster

Calhoun County, Alabama is located in the eastern part of the state and has a population of around 116,000 people. It is home to a number of cities and towns, including Anniston, Jacksonville, Oxford, and Piedmont. The county has a diverse population, with a mix of urban and rural areas. The median household income in Calhoun County is around $46,000, and the unemployment rate is slightly higher than the national average. The largest industries in the county include healthcare, education, and manufacturing. A portion of the county’s residents reside at the local jail. To view the Calhoun County inmate roster or Calhoun County jail roster, click here.