Madison County Inmate Population

The Madison County inmate population is held at the Sheriff's jail in Huntsville, the county seat. The Sheriff does not post an online roster. Most lookups go through the phone line at (479) 738-2320. This page covers the phone search process, how to file a FOIA request for booking records, and the wider state and federal tools to look up inmates that move out of the county. The Madison County inmate population search is free under Arkansas open records law.

Madison County Jail Inmate Population

The Madison County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Huntsville. The main phone line is (479) 738-2320. Office hours run Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The jail itself is open 24 hours a day for intake and release.

The Madison County inmate population covers arrests from Huntsville, Hindsville, St. Paul, and other small towns in the rural northwest Arkansas area. All county arrests come through the same Sheriff's facility. Pre-trial detainees and short misdemeanor sentences are served here.

Phone Lookup for Madison County Inmate Records

With no online roster, the phone is the main search tool. Call (479) 738-2320 with the inmate's full name. Staff can confirm custody status, charges, bond, and visitation schedule.

If the person is not in Madison County custody, ask about a transfer or release. Larger cases may be moved to nearby Washington County or Benton County for longer pre-trial holds. Federal cases lead to BOP custody.

Madison County Booking Records

Booking records list the inmate's full name, date of birth, sex, race, booking date, charges, and bond. Common Arkansas charges cited include Ark. Code Ann. § 5-64-419 for drug possession, § 5-36-103 for theft of property, and § 5-65-103 for DWI. The bond is set by the magistrate at the first court appearance.

Records are public under Ark. Code Ann. § 25-19-103. Send a written FOIA request to the Madison County Sheriff's Office. The office has three business days to reply. Copy fees cover the actual cost of duplication. Juvenile records are sealed under § 9-27-309.

Court Records for Madison County Inmates

Felony cases from Madison County go to the circuit court. Misdemeanors stay in the Madison County District Court in Huntsville. Use the Arkansas CourtConnect portal to look up cases by name, case number, or filing date.

For a statewide view, the ADC inmate info search covers Arkansas inmate data across all 75 counties and is free to search.

The tool is open to the public and updates daily, which makes it a useful cross-check for any county inmate population lookup.

The Madison County Circuit Clerk keeps the paper case file at the courthouse. Certified copies cost $5 to $10 per document. Plain copies cost less. Basic CourtConnect searches are free.

State and Federal Madison County Inmate Lookup

State prison inmates from Madison County cases show on the ADC inmate search. Filter by county of conviction. The search is free and covers every adult in a state unit.

For a statewide view, the Arkansas Attorney General FOIA page covers Arkansas inmate data across all 75 counties and is free to search.

The tool is open to the public and updates daily, which makes it a useful cross-check for any county inmate population lookup.

Federal inmates are tracked through the Federal Bureau of Prisons locator. Sign up for custody alerts at VINELink.

FOIA Resources for Madison County

The Arkansas Attorney General FOIA page has a full handbook on public records requests. The handbook covers the three-day rule, exempt records, and the appeals process.

Arkansas Sentencing Data and Madison County

The Arkansas Sentencing Commission tracks state prison admissions by county of conviction. The data feeds into a ten-year prison population forecast that the state uses for budget and facility planning. The Madison County inmate population that ends up in state prison shows up in this report.

Annual reports from the Sentencing Commission cover admissions by gender, age, race, and offense type. The reports also list release counts and the projected state prison count by month. The data is helpful for tracking trends in Madison County inmate population sentencing.

Booking Process for Madison County Inmates

Every person in the Madison County inmate population goes through the same intake steps. Officers transport the arrestee to the booking desk. Staff record the name, date of birth, address, height, weight, and any aliases. Fingerprints and a mugshot are taken at this point. The arrestee is searched for contraband. Property is logged and held for release.

The next step is the medical screening. Jail staff ask about current medications, medical conditions, and mental health needs. Anyone showing signs of intoxication or injury is checked by medical staff before housing. Inmates with serious medical needs are sent to a hospital first. After medical clearance, the arrestee is placed in a holding area pending a first appearance.

Bond is set at the first court appearance, usually within 24 hours of intake. The magistrate reviews the charges, the prior record, and any flight risk factors. Some lower-level offenses get a bond set right at the booking desk under a standing schedule. The Madison County inmate population log records the bond amount for each charge.

Visitation Rules at Madison County Detention

Visits at the Madison County inmate population housing facility follow a strict schedule. Most jails split visits by housing unit and gender. Visitors usually need to be on the inmate's approved visitor list before showing up. The list is built at intake and can be updated during the stay.

Visitors must bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Children must be with an adult guardian. Most facilities limit each session to one or two visitors. Cell phones, bags, and outside food are not allowed in the visitation area. Dress code rules cover sleeves, length, and clothing color.

Many Arkansas jails have moved to video visitation through vendors like CityTeleCoin or Securus. Video visits can be done from the lobby kiosk or, in some cases, from a home computer. Schedule a visit in advance through the vendor portal. The first visit is often free, with paid sessions after.

Sentencing and Transfer to State Prison

An inmate from the Madison County inmate population who gets a state prison sentence does not stay at the county jail forever. Once the case is final and a state prison commitment is signed, the Arkansas Department of Correction takes custody. The transfer can take weeks or months because of the ADC waiting list.

While waiting for transfer, the inmate stays at the county jail under a state hold. The county is reimbursed by the state for housing the inmate. Once transferred, the inmate is processed at an ADC intake unit, given an ADC number, and assigned to a state prison facility. From that point, the inmate shows up on the ADC inmate search portal.

Victim Rights and Notification in Madison County

Victims of crimes connected to the Madison County inmate population have rights under Arkansas law. The Crime Victims' Bill of Rights covers the right to be told about court dates, the right to attend hearings, and the right to give a statement at sentencing. Prosecutors are required to keep victims informed as the case moves through the system.

VINELink registration is the easiest way to track an inmate's custody. Victims can also ask the prosecuting attorney's office for direct case updates. Most Arkansas counties have a victim advocate on staff who can help with notifications and court accompaniment.

Nearby Arkansas Counties

Madison County borders several northwest Arkansas counties.