Search Elmore County Sex Offenders

Elmore County sex offender records are managed by the Sheriff's Office in Wetumpka. The county has served residents since 1867, making it one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in central Alabama.

Elmore County Sheriff's Office

The Elmore County Sheriff handles all sex offender registration for the county. This office has been in operation since 1867. That is over 157 years of service to local residents. Offenders must come to the sheriff's office in person to register. They need a photo ID and must pay the $10 quarterly fee.

Elmore County covers 625 square miles of central Alabama. The county seat is Wetumpka, known for a meteor crater and the hit TV show filmed there. The sheriff's office runs a 300-bed jail and handles all registration duties for offenders living in the county. Staff can help with questions about the registry and how it works.

How to Search Elmore County Sex Offenders

You can look up sex offenders in Elmore County for free. The state runs a public database that lists every registered offender. This tool is open to all. You do not need to create an account or pay anything to use it.

Go to the ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community and click the Sex Offender link. You can search by name if you know who you are looking for. Or type in an address or ZIP code to see who lives nearby. The site shows a map with a pin for each offender. Click any pin to see their full profile.

Search options for Elmore County include:

• Offender name or alias
• Street address in Wetumpka or any town
• ZIP code for your area
• Map view to browse the whole county

You can also call the sheriff at (334) 567-5546. Staff can tell you if a specific person is on the registry. They can give you counts of offenders in a given area. For formal records, send a written request to the sheriff's office or fill out their online contact form.

Registration Requirements in Elmore County

Sex offenders in Elmore County must follow the rules set out in state law. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-10 requires quarterly check-ins. That means four visits per year. Offenders go in during their birth month, then every three months after. Missing a visit is a felony.

Each check-in costs $10. The sheriff uses this money to run the registry program. If an offender cannot afford the fee, they can ask for a waiver. They need to show proof of low income. At each visit, the sheriff checks the offender's current address, job, and car info. A new photo is taken, and fingerprints are updated if needed.

New arrivals have three days to register. This covers people moving into Elmore County from other parts of Alabama or from out of state. Offenders must also tell the sheriff within three days if they get a new job or buy a car. These rules come from Code of Alabama § 15-20A-22.

What Elmore County Records Show

Sex offender records in Elmore County give the public key details about each person on the list. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 spells out what can be shared. The point is to help people know who lives near them and what crimes they committed.

Each listing in Elmore County shows:

• Full name and any aliases
• Date of birth
• Current photo
• Home address
• Work address and employer name
• Physical description and marks like scars or tattoos
• Car info including plate number
• Sex offense history with dates

Some data stays private. Social Security numbers, phone numbers, and victim names are not posted online. The sheriff has this info but does not share it with the public. If you need more details about a specific offender, contact the sheriff's office directly.

Residency Rules in Elmore County

Sex offenders in Elmore County cannot live too close to schools or daycares. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-11 sets a 2,000-foot buffer. That is about four-tenths of a mile. The rule covers any place that serves children on a regular basis.

Wetumpka and other towns in the county may add their own rules. Some ban offenders from parks or library areas used by kids. Check with local city halls to see if extra limits apply where you live. The sheriff can also tell you if a specific address is allowed or not.

The buffer zone limits housing options. Some offenders end up in rural parts of Elmore County where fewer schools exist. If you think an offender lives too close to a school, call the sheriff. They will check the address and act if the law is being broken.

Community Notification in Elmore County

When a sex offender moves into Elmore County, the sheriff tells the community. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-21 requires notice to homes within 1,000 to 2,000 feet. Schools within three miles also get notified. This happens within days of the offender signing up.

You can get email alerts through OffenderWatch. Go to the state search site and enter your home address. You will get an email when an offender moves into or out of your area. This free service helps many Elmore County families stay informed about activity near their homes and their kids' schools.

For high-risk offenders, the sheriff may post flyers or hold community meetings. These steps are up to the sheriff. If you want more details about a specific offender, call (334) 567-5546 or use the contact form on the sheriff's website.

Report a Violation in Elmore County

If you believe a sex offender in Elmore County is not following the rules, report it right away. Common problems include wrong address, missed check-ins, or being near a school. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-37 makes these acts a Class C felony. That can mean one to ten years in prison.

To report a problem, call the Elmore County Sheriff at (334) 567-5546. You can also use the tip form on OffenderWatch or contact ALEA directly. Give as much detail as you can. Include the offender's name, what rule they broke, and when you saw it happen. Tips from residents help catch offenders who try to hide.

The sheriff does compliance checks on a regular basis. Deputies visit offenders at their homes to confirm they live where they claim. They check job sites and look for cars that were not reported. If something does not match what is in the registry, let the sheriff know.

Cities in Elmore County

Elmore County has several cities and towns. All sex offenders in these areas register with the Elmore County Sheriff. The county seat is Wetumpka. Other towns include Millbrook, Eclectic, Tallassee, and Elmore. None of these cities has a population over 50,000, so all offenders go through the county sheriff for registration.

Nearby Counties

These counties share borders with Elmore County. If you live near the county line, be sure to register with the right sheriff. Sex offenders must register in the county where they actually live.