Trussville Municipal Jail

City Jail

Last Updated: February 23, 2025
Address
131 Main St, Trussville, AL 35173
Beds
32
County
Jefferson
Phone
205-661-4015
Fax
205-661-9915
Email
dsivley@trussville.org

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Trussville Municipal Jail is for City Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

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You can support your loved ones at Trussville Municipal Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 205-661-4015.

The Trussville Municipal Jail serves as a low/medium-security city detention center located at 131 Main St in Trussville, AL. Operated locally by the police and sheriff's departments, it houses inmates and detainees awaiting trial or sentencing. Most sentenced inmates have terms of less than two years. The facility also accepts inmates from surrounding towns and occasionally from the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees are regularly admitted to the jail, with some being released on bail or placed under pretrial services caseloads. Others may be supervised by probation agencies or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who remain in custody await their court appearances at the facility, receiving accommodations such as bedding and meals.

For access to arrest records in Alabama, you can view them here.

The Trussville Municipal Jail is located at 131 Main Street, and is in the same building as the Administrative Division of the Police Department. The jail is staffed twenty-four (24) hours a day and is capable of housing as many as thirty-two (32) inmates. Inmates are held in the municipal jail for various Misdemeanor offenses, which include but are not limited to; shoplifting, assault, DUI, failure to appear in Court or failure to comply with the orders of the Court and domestic violence. The Court may sentence an inmate to serve up to six months in jail for some Misdemeanor offenses. The Trussville Municipal Jail also houses people suspected of committing Felony crimes. These Felony crime suspects may be held in our jail for forty-eight (48) hours without court approval. The Trussville Municipal Jail may be contacted twenty-four (24) hours a day by calling (205) 661-4014. Please scroll down for information on visiting and bond procedures.

Bond Procedures

Whenever someone is arrested and booked into the Trussville Municipal Jail on a misdemeanor offense they are given the opportunity to post a bond. The bond amount is determined by a bond schedule which is approved by the court. If they are charged with a Felony offense, they can not post bond until they are transferred to the Jefferson County Jail and Bail is set.

If you wish to post bond for a Trussville inmate charged with a misdemeanor offense, during regular business hours you should see one of the magistrates on duty. Their office is in the City Administrative offices located in the front of City Hall. After regular business hours, the Jailer on duty will take care of you.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Alabama. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Trussville Municipal Jail.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

Trussville Municipal Jail - Visitation

Visiting Hours

Family or Friends: Sunday and Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. till 3:00 p.m.

Clergy: Scheduled to visit on Sundays from 7:00 a.m. till 9:00 a.m. and Wednesdays from 5:00 p.m. till 7:00 p.m. Clergy may also be authorized to visit specific inmates at any time when deemed appropriate and approved by the supervisor on duty.

Attorneys: May consult with their clients whenever necessary circumstances permitting.

Rules for Visiting

  • No more than one (1) visitor per inmate shall be allowed in the visiting room at one time.
  • Inmates are limited to a total of two (2) visitors per visiting day.
  • Visitation is limited to fifteen (15) minutes per visitor.
  • Visitors shall be especially careful to refrain from using profane or obscene language during visitation. Inmates or visitors who use such language will be given one (1) warning. Additional violations will result in cancellation of visitation for the inmate and visitor.
  • Inmates are not permitted to have snacks or food items brought by visitors. Corrections personnel will not accept these items.
  • Inmates may have visitors bring money, limited clothing or reading material. The visitor bringing money for an inmate will be given a receipt for the money, which will include the name of the visitor as well as the name of the inmate.
  • The use of tobacco products is prohibited in all City buildings and considered jail contraband.
  • No person who is, or reasonably appears to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be allowed to visit inmates.
  • Both inmate and visitors visitation privileges may be denied for violations of this policy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Trussville Municipal Jail – Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What is Trussville Municipal Jail, and who is held here?
    is a City/Municipal Jail that primarily houses individuals arrested by local law enforcement. It holds pretrial detainees, individuals serving short sentences (less than 12 months), and those awaiting transfer to county or state facilities.

  2. How can I find out if someone is in custody at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    To check if someone is detained at , use the inmate locator on the website or call 205-661-4015. You may need the person’s full name and date of birth to obtain information.

  3. How long can someone be held at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Most individuals are held for less than 72 hours before being released, transferred to a county jail, or appearing before a judge. However, those serving short sentences may stay longer, depending on municipal policies.

  4. What happens during the booking process at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Booking includes fingerprinting, photographing, medical screening, warrant checks, and recording of charges. The individual is then assigned to a holding cell or general population while awaiting further processing.

  5. Can I post bail for someone being held at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Yes, bail can be posted at if the detainee is eligible. Bail payments may be made using cash, credit, or through a bail bondsman. Contact 205-661-4015 for specific bail procedures.

  6. What are the visitation rules at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Visitation is subject to facility-specific guidelines. Visitors must be pre-approved, provide valid identification, and comply with dress codes. Some city jails allow video visitation through the prison phone provider.

  7. How can I send money to an inmate at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Funds can be deposited into an inmate’s commissary account via an outside third-party money transfer company like JailATM, InmateCanteen, Western Union money orders, or lobby kiosks. Check their website for deposit instructions and allowable limits.

  8. Can inmates at Trussville Municipal Jail make phone calls?
    Yes, detainees are allowed outgoing calls using their contracted phone carrier. Calls may be collect or prepaid, with time limits enforced. All calls are monitored and recorded.

  9. Can I send mail to an inmate at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Yes, inmates may receive letters, photographs, and approved reading materials. All mail is screened for contraband. Polaroids, explicit content, and certain materials are prohibited. Try this InmateAid app for sending letters, postcards or selfies to an inmate.

  10. Are attorneys allowed to visit inmates at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Yes, legal visits are allowed. Attorneys can visit in person during designated hours and must present bar credentials and client information. Legal calls may also be arranged.

  11. What medical care is available at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Basic medical, mental health and prescription medication services are provided. Inmates needing urgent care may be transported to a hospital for treatment.

  12. Are there work programs or educational services at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Many city jails focus on short-term detention, so educational or work programs may be limited. Some facilities offer substance abuse counseling, GED prep, or reentry support for eligible inmates.

  13. Can an inmate request a transfer from Trussville Municipal Jail?
    No, inmates cannot request transfers. Transfers are determined by court orders, sentence length, and facility capacity. Some detainees are moved to county jails or state prisons based on their legal status.

  14. What happens when an inmate is released from Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Upon release, individuals may be discharged from the facility, transferred to another institution, or placed under probation supervision. Some detainees must appear in court for pending cases.

  15. Can someone be held at Trussville Municipal Jail for unpaid fines or warrants?
    Yes, individuals with outstanding warrants or unpaid fines may be held until their case is resolved or a bond is posted. Warrant checks are conducted during the booking process.

  16. What happens to personal belongings when someone is booked into Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Personal property is collected, inventoried, and stored during booking. Upon release, individuals receive their belongings unless items are held as evidence.

  17. Can I pick up an inmate’s property if they are transferred from Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Yes, with written authorization from the inmate, a designated individual may retrieve personal property. Contact 205-661-4015 to arrange a pickup.

  18. How can I report concerns about an inmate’s safety at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Concerns can be reported to the Trussville Municipal Jail administration or the municipal police department overseeing the jail. In serious cases, contact legal representatives or advocacy groups for assistance.

  19. What should I do if I believe someone was wrongfully arrested and is being held at Trussville Municipal Jail?
    Contact a criminal defense attorney immediately. The attorney can request court hearings, review charges, and determine the best legal course of action.

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