Access Franklin County Sex Offenders
Franklin County sex offender records are maintained by the Sheriff's Office in Russellville. The county was named after Benjamin Franklin and has a detention center with a capacity of about 220 inmates.
Franklin County Quick Facts
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
The Franklin County Sheriff handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must come to the office in person. They need a photo ID and must pay the $10 quarterly fee. The sheriff takes a new photo and updates the state database.
Franklin County is in northwest Alabama, near the Tennessee and Mississippi borders. The county seat is Russellville. The sheriff's office runs a detention center with capacity for about 220 inmates. Staff can answer questions about who must register and what the process involves.
| Address | 748 Walnut Gate Road Russellville, AL 35654 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 332-8811 |
| Sex Offenders | View Registry |
| Website | franklinsheriff.org |
How to Search Franklin County Sex Offenders
Searching for sex offenders in Franklin County is free. The state runs a public database that lists every registered offender. You do not need to create an account or pay to use it.
Go to the ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community and click on Sex Offenders. Search by name if you know who you are looking for. Enter an address or ZIP code to see who lives nearby. The site shows a map with pins for each offender.
Search options for Franklin County:
- Name or alias
- Street address in Russellville or other towns
- ZIP code
- Map view to browse the county
You can also call the sheriff at (256) 332-8811. Staff can confirm if a person is on the list. They can give you counts of offenders in certain areas. For written records, mail a request to the sheriff's office.
Registration Requirements in Franklin County
Sex offenders in Franklin County must follow state law. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-10 requires quarterly in-person verification. That is four visits per year. Offenders check in during their birth month and every three months after. Missing a visit is a felony.
Each visit costs $10. The sheriff uses this money to run the registry. Offenders who cannot pay may ask for a waiver with proof of low income. At each visit, the sheriff checks address, job, and car info. A new photo is taken and fingerprints updated if needed.
People moving into Franklin County have three days to register. This applies to those coming from other Alabama counties or from out of state. Offenders must also tell the sheriff within three days if they change jobs or get a new car. These rules are in Code of Alabama § 15-20A-22.
What Franklin County Records Show
Sex offender records in Franklin County give the public key details about each person on the list. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 says what can be shared. The goal is to help residents know who lives near them.
Each Franklin County listing shows:
- Full name and aliases
- Date of birth
- Current photo
- Home address
- Work address and employer
- Physical description and marks
- Car information
- Sex offense history with dates
Some info stays private. Social Security numbers, phone numbers, and victim details are not online. The sheriff has this data but does not share it with the public. Contact the office for more info about a specific offender.
Residency Rules in Franklin County
Sex offenders in Franklin County cannot live near schools or childcare centers. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-11 sets a 2,000-foot buffer zone. That is about four-tenths of a mile. The rule covers any place that regularly serves children.
Russellville and other towns may add their own rules. Some ban offenders from parks or libraries used by kids. Check with local city halls to see what extra limits apply. The sheriff can tell you if a specific address is allowed.
In a rural county like Franklin, finding housing is often easier. Fewer schools mean more options for offenders. Still, if you think an offender lives too close to a school, call the sheriff.
Community Notification in Franklin County
When a sex offender moves into Franklin County, the sheriff notifies 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 told. This happens within days of registration.
Sign up for email alerts through OffenderWatch. Enter your address on the state search site. You will be notified when an offender moves into or out of your area. This is free and helps families stay informed about activity near their homes.
For high-risk offenders, the sheriff may post flyers or hold meetings. These steps depend on the situation. Call (256) 332-8811 if you want more info about someone on the registry.
Report a Violation in Franklin County
If you think a sex offender in Franklin County is not following the rules, report it. 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 with one to ten years in prison.
To report, call the Franklin County Sheriff at (256) 332-8811. You can also tip through OffenderWatch or contact ALEA. Give as much detail as you can. Include the offender's name, what rule they broke, and when you saw it. Tips from residents help catch those who try to hide.
The sheriff does regular compliance checks. Deputies visit offenders at home to confirm addresses. They check jobs and look for unreported vehicles. If something does not match the registry, let the sheriff know.
Cities in Franklin County
Franklin County has several towns. All sex offenders register with the county sheriff. The county seat is Russellville. Other places include Red Bay, Phil Campbell, and Vina. None has a population over 50,000, so all registration goes through the county.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Franklin County. If you live near the line, register with the right sheriff. Sex offenders must register where they actually live.