Cullman County Sex Offenders
Cullman County sex offender registration is managed by the Sheriff's Office in Cullman. The county operates a 326-bed detention center and maintains an active registry through the iCrimeWatch system.
Cullman County Quick Facts
Cullman County Sheriff's Office
The Cullman County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must report in person to the main office in Cullman. They bring a photo ID and pay the $10 quarterly fee. Staff take a new photo, collect fingerprints, and update the state database immediately.
Cullman County is in north-central Alabama. The detention center opened in 2005 and has a 326-bed capacity. The sheriff uses the iCrimeWatch system to track sex offenders and share data with the public. The county seat is Cullman. Other towns include Good Hope, Hanceville, Holly Pond, and Vinemont. All offenders in these areas register at the main office in Cullman.
| Address | 1910 Beech Ave SE Cullman, AL 35055 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 735-2400 |
| Sex Offenders | iCrimeWatch |
How to Search Cullman County Sex Offenders
You can search for sex offenders in Cullman County for free through the state database. It is the most complete source and updates daily.
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 Cullman County only. The map view shows pins for each offender location. Click any pin to see the profile with photo, address, and offense history.
The sheriff also uses iCrimeWatch for local sex offender searches. You can access this through the link above.
Search options include:
- Offender name
- Street address or city
- ZIP code
- Map view of your area
Call the Cullman County Sheriff at (256) 735-2400 for info about specific offenders near you.
Registration Requirements in Cullman County
Sex offenders in Cullman 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. Offenders who cannot pay may ask for a waiver by proving low income. 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 Cullman County. This includes people from other Alabama counties and 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 Cullman County Records Show
Sex offender records in Cullman 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 Cullman County
Sex offenders in Cullman 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.
The city of Cullman and other towns may have extra local rules. The sheriff can verify if a specific address meets all requirements.
If you believe an offender lives too close to a school, report it. Deputies will check and take action if needed.
Community Notification in Cullman County
When a sex offender moves to Cullman 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 or iCrimeWatch. Enter your address and 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 (256) 735-2400 for more details.
Report a Violation in Cullman County
If you think a sex offender in Cullman 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 with one to ten years in prison.
Call the sheriff at (256) 735-2400 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 do regular compliance checks. They visit offenders at home to verify addresses and check for unreported vehicles.
Cities in Cullman County
Cullman County has several cities and towns. All sex offenders register with the Cullman County Sheriff.
Cities include Cullman, Good Hope, Hanceville, Holly Pond, and Vinemont. 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 Cullman County city.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Cullman County. Register with the sheriff where you actually live.