The Choctaw County Jail was previously located in Butler, Alabama. However, the facility was permanently closed in 2019. Specifically, according to the county sheriff, leaks that occurred at the jail over the years caused the building’s foundation to shift. In fact, a fire inspector discovered a door in the facility that was so bowed from water leaks that it wasn’t functional. All inmates are now being housed in neighboring county jails. To view the Choctaw County Jail roster, click here.

Choctaw County Jail Roster

To view the Choctaw County Jail roster, click here.

Jail Visitation Hours / Choctaw County Jail Roster

The Choctaw County Jail used to be located in Butler, Alabama. However, the facility was closed permanently 2019. All inmates are now being housed in neighboring county jails. To view the Choctaw County Jail roster, click here.

Jail Visitation Rules

As noted above, the county jail is permanently closed. Inmates are now being housed in neighboring county facilities. Inmates who are housed in neighboring counties must abide by each particular county’s visitation hours and rules.

Sheriff’s Office / Choctaw County Jail Roster

The county sheriff’s office is dedicated to the protection of its citizens and the enhancement of the overall quality of life in the county. The office strives to provide a high level of law enforcement and corrections services to members of the public. 

To view the Choctaw County Jail roster, click here.

Sheriff

The sheriff of the county is Scott Lolley. He studied criminal justice at the University of South Alabama. He was elected as Choctaw County Sheriff in 2015 and is registered as part of the Democratic party.

Sheriff’s Office Address

117 South Mulberry Ave.
Butler, AL, 36904

About the County

The county is located in the southwestern part of the state of Alabama, and it was founded on December 29th, 1847. It was named after the Choctaw tribe. Choctaw County’s population reached its all-time peak during the 1920’s. This was in relation to jobs that were created from the sawmill boom with large lumber companies progressing in that area during that time. Currently, Richard Shelby and Tommy Tuberville are Choctaw County’s senators.

Demographics / Choctaw County Jail Roster

According to the 2021 United States Census Bureau, the population for Choctaw County is 12,792 and is the 59th most populated county in Alabama. White residents are the largest ethnic group, making up 56.4% of the population, followed by Black which is 41.2%, and lastly Hispanic at 1.1%. The median household income for residents of Choctaw County in 2021 was $38,581, and 17.7% of these families live within the poverty line. The median age of those living in Choctaw County is 46.6. In addition, a percentage of the county’s population resides at the jail. To view the Choctaw County Jail roster, click here.