DeKalb County Sex Offender Registry
DeKalb County sex offender registration is handled by the Sheriff's Office in Fort Payne. The sheriff operates a dedicated Sex Offender Registration Division with an Offender Compliance Specialist who conducts monthly compliance checks.
DeKalb County Quick Facts
DeKalb County Sheriff's Office
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must report in person to the main office in Fort Payne. They bring a photo ID and pay the $10 quarterly fee. Staff take a new photo, collect fingerprints, and update the state database immediately.
DeKalb County is in northeast Alabama. The sheriff has a dedicated Sex Offender Registration Division. Nina Haney serves as the Offender Compliance Specialist and conducts monthly compliance checks on all registered offenders. The county has its own sex offender page on the sheriff's website. The county seat is Fort Payne. Other cities include Rainsville, Collinsville, Crossville, Fyffe, Geraldine, Henagar, Ider, Mentone, Powell, Sylvania, and Valley Head. All offenders in these areas register at the main office in Fort Payne.
| Address | 2801 Jordan Road SW Fort Payne, AL 35968 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 845-3801 |
| Website | dekalbcountysheriff.org |
| Sex Offenders | dekalbcountysheriff.org/sex_offenders.php |
How to Search DeKalb County Sex Offenders
You can search for sex offenders in DeKalb 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 DeKalb 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 maintains a local sex offender page with additional information about offenders in the county.
Search options include:
- Offender name
- Street address or city
- ZIP code
- Map view of your area
Call the DeKalb County Sheriff at (256) 845-3801 for info about specific offenders near you.
Registration Requirements in DeKalb County
Sex offenders in DeKalb 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, the Offender Compliance Specialist verifies address, employer, and vehicle info. Photos are updated as needed.
New residents have three days to register after moving to DeKalb 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 DeKalb County Records Show
Sex offender records in DeKalb 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 DeKalb County
Sex offenders in DeKalb 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.
Fort Payne, Rainsville, and other cities 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 DeKalb County
When a sex offender moves to DeKalb 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. Monthly compliance checks help ensure offenders follow all rules. Call (256) 845-3801 for more details.
Report a Violation in DeKalb County
If you think a sex offender in DeKalb 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) 845-3801 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.
The Offender Compliance Specialist conducts monthly compliance checks. Deputies visit offenders at home to verify addresses and check for unreported vehicles. DeKalb County takes compliance very seriously.
Cities in DeKalb County
DeKalb County has many cities and towns. All sex offenders register with the DeKalb County Sheriff in Fort Payne.
Cities include Fort Payne, Rainsville, Collinsville, Crossville, Fyffe, Geraldine, Henagar, Ider, Mentone, Powell, Sylvania, and Valley Head. 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 DeKalb County city.
Nearby Counties
These counties border DeKalb County. Register with the sheriff where you actually live.