Cherokee County jail is located in Centre, Alabama, and houses male and female adult inmates for the state, county, municipalities, US Marshal Service. The jail has a rich history dating back several decades and has undergone numerous renovations and updates to modernize its operations and improve conditions for inmates. The jail offers a range of programs for prisoners, including work release and rehabilitation programs designed to help them reintegrate into society upon release. To conduct a Cherokee County inmate search, click here.

Jail Address

100 Cedar Bluff Road
Centre, AL, 35960

Cherokee County Inmate Search

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Jail Visitation / Cherokee County Inmate Search

Visitation at the facility is available seven days a week via video. To schedule a visit with an inmate at the facility, click here.  However, before scheduling a visit with an inmate, it is recommended that you first conduct a Cherokee County inmate search here. For additional assistance, please call 1-877-998-5678.

Inmate Mail / Cherokee County Inmate Search

Inmates at the jail in Centre, Alabama, can communicate with the outside world through mail or letters. However, before sending mail to an inmate, it is advisable to first conduct a Cherokee County inmate search here. All personal (incoming and outgoing) mail will be inspected for contraband. To send mail to an inmate, it must be addressed as follows:

Cherokee County Detention Center
Prisoner’s Full Booking Name (Include IDN)
100 Cedar Bluff Road
Centre, AL, 35960

Inmate Money / Cherokee County Inmate Search

The jail accepts funds for inmate commissary by two different methods. One method is to add funds to the Legacy Cashier machine in the lobby of the sheriff’s office. The other method is to click here.  To use this option, will must enter the inmate’s name, date of birth and location. However, before sending money to an inmate, please confirm the inmate’s presence at the facility by conducting a Cherokee County inmate search here.

Inmate Health

The facility provides inmate health care via Southern Health Partners, which consists of two LPNs and one doctor. Inmates whom require medical attention may request to see a nurse seven days a week between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. In addition, medical staff is on call for after-hours emergencies.

Sheriff’s Office

The Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office is the primary law enforcement agency for Cherokee County, Alabama. The office is responsible for maintaining public safety and order, protecting the rights and property of citizens, and enforcing local, state, and federal laws.

Sheriff’s Office Address

The local sheriff’s office is located at:

110 Cedar Bluff Road
Centre, Alabama, 35960

Sheriff

The current sheriff of the county is Jeffrey L. Shaver. He has served as the sheriff since 2001 and is responsible for the overall operation of the sheriff’s office and the supervision of its employees.

About the County / Cherokee County Inmate Search

Cherokee County is a county located in the northeastern part of the U.S. state of Alabama. As of the 2010 census, the population was 25,989. The county seat is Centre. The county is a part of the Gadsden, AL Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county is also home to a jail. To conduct a Cherokee County inmate search, click here.

Demographics

According to the 2010 United States Census, the racial makeup of Cherokee County was 81.1% White, 16.4% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.2% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.0% from other races, and 0.8% from two or more races. 1.9% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Communities

Some of the communities and cities located in the county include Centre, Cedar Bluff, Gaylesville, Leesburg, and Sand Rock.