Find Booking Reports in Auburn
Auburn booking reports are maintained by the Lee County Sheriff's Office. Auburn Police make arrests within city limits and transport individuals to the county jail for booking. The sheriff's staff create the official booking record during intake. You can search for current inmates online through the county's jail roster.
Auburn Quick Facts
Where Auburn Booking Reports Are Kept
The Lee County Sheriff's Office maintains all booking reports for Auburn. Like most Alabama cities, Auburn does not operate its own jail. City police arrest people within city limits. They then transport those individuals to the county facility for booking and detention.
The sheriff's office creates the official booking record during the intake process. This record includes personal information, charges, mugshot, and bond amount. The county maintains these records as required by Code of Alabama § 36-22-8. The law mandates public access to jail books during office hours.
| Sheriff's Office | Lee County Sheriff |
|---|---|
| Address | 1900 Frederick Road, Opelika, AL 36803 |
| Phone | (334) 749-5651 |
| Online Roster | leecosheriffal.gov |
Auburn Police Department
The Auburn Police Department handles law enforcement within city limits. Officers respond to calls, investigate crimes, and make arrests. When an arrest occurs, the officer creates an arrest report documenting the incident. This is separate from the booking report created at the county jail.
After an arrest, Auburn Police transport the individual to the Lee County jail. The sheriff's staff take over from there. They complete the booking process including fingerprints, photographs, and entering data into the system. The booking report becomes part of the county's records, not the city's.
For questions about the arrest itself, contact Auburn Police. For questions about booking status, jail conditions, or release information, contact the Lee County Sheriff. Each agency has different responsibilities and maintains different records. The city website is at www.auburnal.gov.
How to Search Auburn Booking Reports Online
The Lee County Sheriff provides free online access to current inmate information. You can search without creating an account or paying any fees. The system shows everyone currently in custody plus recent releases. This includes people arrested in Auburn by city police.
To search for booking reports, visit leecosheriffal.gov. Look for the inmate search or jail roster section. Enter the person's name to see if they appear. Results show booking dates, charges, and bond amounts. Most entries include mugshot photographs.
If you cannot find someone online, they may have already been released. Online rosters typically show only current inmates. For historical booking information, contact the sheriff's office directly at (334) 749-5651. Staff can search archived records that may not appear online.
Auburn Booking Report Fees
Searching the online jail roster is free. You can check if someone is in custody without paying anything. This applies to all Auburn residents using the Lee County system. Phone status checks are also free during business hours.
Fees apply when you need official copies of records. General fee guidelines include:
- Online roster search: Free
- Phone status check: Free
- Copy of booking record: $0.50 to $1.00 per page
- Certified copies: $5 to $25 depending on type
State-level background checks through ALEA cost $25 and require fingerprint submission. Court records through Alacourt Access cost $9.99 per name search. These alternatives show records beyond what the county jail roster provides. Visit pa.alacourt.com for court records.
Auburn University Town
Auburn is the "Loveliest Village on the Plains," home to Auburn University and the Auburn Tigers. The "War Eagle" battle cry echoes across campus on game days. Toomer's Corner is famous for the tradition of rolling the oak trees with toilet paper after football victories.
The Auburn City Jail is closed. All inmates from Auburn go to the Lee County Jail in Opelika. This means there is no city-level booking roster for Auburn. All booking reports are maintained by the Lee County Sheriff's Office, which operates a 420-bed facility.
Lee County is one of the fastest-growing counties in Alabama. The university draws students from around the world. The population swells during the school year and shrinks during breaks. This affects booking volumes and the composition of the jail population throughout the year.
Alabama Booking Report Laws
Alabama law requires booking reports to be public records. Code of Alabama § 36-22-8 mandates that sheriffs maintain a public record book for all prisoners. This includes people arrested by Auburn Police and booked at the county jail.
Section 36-12-40 gives Alabama residents the right to inspect public records. You do not need to explain why you want the information. However, Alabama is one of only seven states that limits this right to state residents. Out-of-state requests may be denied.
Some records have privacy restrictions. Juvenile records are confidential under § 12-15-133. Records of ongoing investigations may be withheld until the case concludes. Expunged records must be removed from public access. The Lee County Sheriff follows all state requirements when handling records requests.
Lee County Booking Records
Auburn is located in Lee County. All booking reports for Auburn arrests go through the county sheriff's office. For complete information about the county jail, fees, and procedures, visit the Lee County page.
Other Major Alabama Cities
These are the other major cities in Alabama with populations over 50,000. Each uses its county sheriff for booking reports. Select a city to learn about jail access in that area.