Search Limestone County Sex Offenders
Limestone County sex offender registration is managed by the Sheriff's Office in Athens. The county covers 565 square miles in north Alabama and borders Tennessee along the Tennessee River.
Limestone County Quick Facts
Limestone County Sheriff's Office
The Limestone County Sheriff handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must come to the office in person. They bring a photo ID and pay the $10 quarterly fee. The sheriff takes a new photo and updates the state database.
Limestone County is in north Alabama on the Tennessee border. The county seat is Athens. With a population over 106,000, it is one of the larger counties in the region. The Tennessee River runs along part of the border. Investigator Tim McNeill handles sex offender compliance. Staff can answer questions about registration and requirements.
| Address | 101 West Elm Street Athens, AL 35611 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 232-0111 |
| Sex Offender Contact | Investigator Tim McNeill |
| Website | limestonecounty-al.gov |
How to Search Limestone County Sex Offenders
Searching for sex offenders in Limestone County is free and open to all. The state runs a public database with 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. Click any pin to see the full record.
Search options for Limestone County:
- Name or alias
- Street address in Athens or other towns
- ZIP code
- Map view to browse the county
You can also call the sheriff at (256) 232-0111. Staff can confirm if a person is on the registry. They can give counts of offenders in certain areas. For written records, send a request to the sheriff's office.
Registration Requirements in Limestone County
Sex offenders in Limestone 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 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 Limestone County have three days to register. This applies to those coming from other Alabama counties, Tennessee, or any other 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 Limestone County Records Show
Sex offender records in Limestone County give the public key details about each registered person. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 says what can be shared. The goal is to help residents know who lives near them.
Each Limestone 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 Limestone County
Sex offenders in Limestone 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.
Athens and other towns may have extra local rules. Some cities add parks or libraries to the restricted list. Check with local city halls to see what applies. The sheriff can tell you if a specific address is allowed.
The buffer zone limits housing in populated areas. Some offenders end up in rural parts of the county. If you think an offender lives too close to a school, call the sheriff. They will check the address.
Community Notification in Limestone County
When a sex offender moves into Limestone 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) 232-0111 if you want more info about someone on the registry.
Report a Violation in Limestone County
If you think a sex offender in Limestone 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 Limestone County Sheriff at (256) 232-0111. 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 Limestone County
Limestone County has several cities and towns. All sex offenders register with the county sheriff. The county seat is Athens. Other places include Ardmore, Elkmont, and Tanner. None has a population over 50,000, so all registration goes through the county.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Limestone County. If you live near the line, register with the right sheriff. Sex offenders must register where they actually live.