Baldwin County Sex Offender Registry
Baldwin County sex offender registration is managed by the Sheriff's Office in Bay Minette. As Alabama's largest county by land area, Baldwin requires a dedicated Sex Offender Compliance Division to track offenders across its many beach towns and rural communities.
Baldwin County Quick Facts
Baldwin County Sheriff's Office
The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must report in person to the main office in Bay Minette. They bring a photo ID and pay the $10 quarterly fee. The sheriff takes a new photo, collects fingerprints, and updates the state database. Baldwin County has a dedicated Sex Offender Compliance Division that monitors offenders throughout this large county.
Baldwin County is the largest county in Alabama by land area. It stretches from Mobile Bay to the Florida state line and includes popular Gulf Coast destinations like Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Foley, Fairhope, and Daphne. The Poarch Creek Indian Reservation is also located in Baldwin County. With so much territory, the sheriff uses a specialized team to keep track of all registered offenders.
| Address | 320 North Hoyle Avenue Bay Minette, AL 36507 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (251) 937-0202 |
| Website | sheriff.baldwincountyal.gov |
How to Search Baldwin County Sex Offenders
Searching for sex offenders in Baldwin County is free and easy. The state database is the most complete source. It includes every registered offender in the county. Data updates daily, so you see current info.
Use the ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community to start your search. Click Sex Offender, then search by name or address. You can filter results to show only Baldwin County. A map view shows pins for each offender. Click any pin to see the profile with photo, address, and offense details.
Search options include:
- Offender name
- Street address or city
- ZIP code
- Map view for your area
You can also call the Baldwin County Sheriff at (251) 937-0202. Staff can check if someone is registered and tell you how many offenders live near a given address. For written records, submit a public records request through the sheriff's website.
Registration Requirements in Baldwin County
Sex offenders in Baldwin County must follow Alabama's strict rules. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-10 requires quarterly in-person verification. Offenders must check in four times per year. They come in during their birth month and every three months after that. Missing a check-in is a felony.
Each visit costs $10. The sheriff collects this fee to fund the registry. Offenders who cannot afford the fee may request a waiver by showing proof of hardship. At each visit, deputies verify the offender's address, employer, and vehicles. They take a new photo if needed and update the state system.
New arrivals to Baldwin County have three days to register. This includes people moving from other Alabama counties or from out of state. They must also notify the sheriff within three days if they change jobs, move to a new address, or get a new vehicle. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-22 sets these deadlines.
Alabama does not tier sex offenders by risk level. All adult offenders follow the same rules for life. There is no early removal from the registry unless a court vacates the conviction.
What Baldwin County Records Show
Sex offender records in Baldwin County contain detailed info about each registered person. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 lists what the public can access. This helps residents know who lives in their community.
Each listing includes:
- Full name and any aliases
- Date of birth
- Current photo
- Home address
- Work address and employer
- Physical description and marks
- Vehicle information
- Sex offense history with dates
Certain info stays private. Social Security numbers and phone numbers are not posted online. Victim details are also kept confidential. If you need more info, contact the sheriff's Sex Offender Compliance Division.
Residency Rules in Baldwin County
Sex offenders in Baldwin County cannot live near schools or childcare facilities. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-11 establishes a 2,000-foot buffer zone. That is about four-tenths of a mile. The rule applies to any place that regularly serves children.
Baldwin County cities like Gulf Shores, Fairhope, and Daphne may have extra local rules. Some ban offenders from public beaches, parks, or tourist areas. Check with your city government for local restrictions. The sheriff can verify if a specific address complies with all rules.
The 2,000-foot rule limits housing options, especially in developed beach towns. Many offenders live in rural parts of the county where restricted zones are fewer. If you believe an offender lives too close to a school, report it to the sheriff. They will investigate and act if the law is being broken.
Community Notification in Baldwin County
When a sex offender moves into Baldwin County, the sheriff sends community notices. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-21 requires notification to homes within 1,000 to 2,000 feet. Schools within three miles also receive alerts. This happens within days of registration.
You can sign up for free email alerts via OffenderWatch. Enter your address on the state search site. You will get notified when an offender moves into or out of your area. Many Baldwin County residents use this to monitor activity near their homes and their children's schools.
For high-risk cases, the sheriff may hold community meetings or distribute flyers. Contact the sheriff's office at (251) 937-0202 if you want details about a specific offender in your neighborhood.
Report a Violation in Baldwin County
If you think a sex offender in Baldwin County is violating the rules, report it. Common violations include wrong address, missed check-ins, or being near a school. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-37 makes violations a Class C felony with one to ten years in prison.
Call the Baldwin County Sheriff at (251) 937-0202 to report. You can also use the OffenderWatch tip form or contact ALEA. Provide as much detail as possible, including the offender's name, what rule was broken, and when you observed it.
The sheriff's Sex Offender Compliance Division conducts regular checks. Deputies visit offenders at home to verify addresses. They also confirm employment and look for unreported vehicles. Given the county's size, compliance officers travel throughout Baldwin County to ensure everyone follows the law.
Cities in Baldwin County
Baldwin County has many cities and towns spread across its large area. All sex offenders register with the Baldwin County Sheriff. The county seat is Bay Minette.
Other cities include Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, Foley, Fairhope, Daphne, Spanish Fort, Robertsdale, Loxley, and Silverhill. None have populations over 50,000, so they do not have separate pages. For sex offender info in any Baldwin County city, use the state search or call the sheriff.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Baldwin County. If you live near the county line, register with the sheriff where you actually reside. Sex offenders must use the correct county.