Find Sex Offenders in Chambers County
Chambers County sex offender registration is handled by the Sheriff's Office in LaFayette. The sheriff maintains a complete list of registered offenders and feeds data into the statewide ALEA system.
Chambers County Quick Facts
Chambers County Sheriff's Office
The Chambers County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must report in person to the main office in LaFayette. They bring a photo ID and pay the $10 quarterly fee. Staff take a new photo, collect fingerprints, and update the state database immediately.
Chambers County is on the Alabama-Georgia border. The sheriff operates a 256-bed detention facility and offers a mobile app called "Chambers County Sheriff AL" for residents. The county includes cities like LaFayette, Valley, and Lanett. The historic courthouse in LaFayette serves as the main registration location. All offenders in the county register there.
| Address | 2 South LaFayette Street, Suite C LaFayette, AL 36862 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (334) 864-4333 |
| Website | chamberscountysheriff.com |
| Mobile App | Chambers County Sheriff AL |
How to Search Chambers County Sex Offenders
You can search for sex offenders in Chambers County for free through the state database. It is the most complete source. Data updates daily, so you see current info.
The ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community is the main search tool. Click Sex Offender to start. Search by name or address. Filter results to Chambers County only. The map view shows pins for each offender location. 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 of your area
You can also call the Chambers County Sheriff at (334) 864-4333. Staff can check if someone is on the registry and tell you about offenders near a specific address.
Registration Requirements in Chambers County
Sex offenders in Chambers County must follow strict state rules. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-10 requires quarterly in-person verification. Offenders check in four times per year during their birth month and every three months after. Missing a visit is a felony.
Each check-in costs $10. The sheriff collects this fee to fund the registry program. Offenders who cannot pay may ask for a waiver by showing proof of hardship. At each visit, staff verify address, employer, and vehicle info. They update photos as needed.
New residents have three days to register after moving to Chambers County. This applies to people from other Alabama counties or from out of state. Offenders must also report any change in job, vehicle, or address within three days. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-22 sets these deadlines.
Alabama has no tier system. All adult sex offenders follow the same rules for life.
What Chambers County Records Show
Sex offender records in Chambers County contain detailed info about each registered person. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 lists what the public can see.
Each listing shows:
- Full name and aliases
- Date of birth
- Current photo
- Home address
- Work address and employer
- Physical description and marks
- Vehicle info
- Sex offense history with dates
Some info stays private. Social Security numbers and phone numbers are not posted online. Victim details are also confidential.
Residency Rules in Chambers County
Sex offenders in Chambers County cannot live near schools or childcare centers. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-11 sets a 2,000-foot buffer zone. This is about four-tenths of a mile from any place that serves children.
LaFayette, Valley, and Lanett may have extra local rules. Check with your city for details. The sheriff can verify if a specific address meets all requirements.
If you believe an offender lives too close to a school, report it to the sheriff. Deputies will check and take action if needed.
Community Notification in Chambers County
When a sex offender moves to Chambers County, the sheriff sends notices. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-21 requires notice to homes within 1,000 to 2,000 feet. Schools within three miles also get alerts.
Sign up for free email alerts through OffenderWatch. Enter your address on the state search site. You will get notified when an offender moves into or out of your area.
The sheriff may take extra steps for high-risk offenders. Call (334) 864-4333 for more details.
Report a Violation in Chambers County
If you think a sex offender in Chambers County is breaking rules, report it. Violations include wrong address, missed check-ins, or being near schools. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-37 makes violations a Class C felony.
Call the sheriff at (334) 864-4333 to report. You can also use the OffenderWatch tip form or contact ALEA. Provide the offender's name, what rule was broken, and when you saw it.
Deputies conduct regular compliance checks. They visit offenders at home to verify addresses and check for unreported vehicles. Tips from the public help catch violators.
Cities in Chambers County
Chambers County has several cities. All sex offenders register with the Chambers County Sheriff in LaFayette.
Cities include LaFayette, Valley, Lanett, and Five Points. None have populations over 50,000, so they do not have separate pages. Use the state search or call the sheriff for info about any Chambers County city.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Chambers County. Register with the sheriff where you actually live.