Find Sex Offenders in Madison County

Madison County sex offender registration is handled by the Sheriff's Office in Huntsville. This is North Alabama's largest county with over 390,000 residents. The sheriff maintains a list of all registered offenders and feeds this data into the statewide ALEA database.

Madison County Sheriff's Office

The Madison County Sheriff handles all sex offender registration for the county. Offenders must register in person at the sheriff's office. They bring a photo ID and pay the $10 quarterly fee. The sheriff takes their photo and fingerprints, then updates the state database. Staff can answer questions about who must register and what the rules are.

Madison County is home to Huntsville, now Alabama's largest city. The area includes Redstone Arsenal, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, and the new U.S. Space Command. This mix brings in thousands of workers from across the country. The sheriff had the first Gang Investigator in North Alabama and continues to expand public safety programs.

The sheriff maintains a dedicated sex offender page on their website. You can find links to the registry, contact info, and instructions for compliance checks. The office processes hundreds of registrations each year given the county's large population.

How to Search Madison County Sex Offenders

You can search for sex offenders in Madison County through several methods. The state database is the most complete option. It has every registered offender in the county. Local searches may show extra details about offenders in your area. Both methods are free to use.

The ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community is the main search tool. Click the Sex Offender link, then search by name or address. You can filter results to show only Madison County. The site displays a map with pins for each offender. Click any pin to see the full profile with photo, address, and offense details.

To search sex offenders in Madison County, you can use:

• Name of the offender
• Street address or city
• ZIP code
• Map view to browse visually

You can also call the Madison County Sheriff at (256) 533-8879. Staff can check if someone is on the registry. They can tell you how many offenders live in a certain area. For written records, send a request to the sheriff's office or use their website contact form.

Registration Requirements in Madison County

Sex offenders in Madison County must follow strict rules set by Alabama law. Code of Alabama Section 15-20A-10 requires quarterly in-person verification. This means four visits per year. Offenders must come in during their birth month and every three months after that. Missing a check-in is a felony.

Each visit costs $10. The sheriff collects this fee and uses it to fund the registry program. Offenders who cannot pay may ask for a waiver by showing proof of low income. At each visit, the sheriff checks the offender's address, job, and vehicle info. They take a new photo and update fingerprints if needed.

Offenders who move into Madison County have three days to register. This applies to people moving from other Alabama counties or from out of state. Given the area's growth from Redstone Arsenal jobs, the sheriff sees many new registrations each month. They must also notify the sheriff within three days if they change jobs or get a new car. These deadlines come from Code of Alabama Section 15-20A-22.

What Madison County Records Show

Sex offender records in Madison County include detailed info about each person on the registry. Code of Alabama Section 15-20A-8 lists what the public can see. The goal is to help residents know who lives in their area and what crimes they committed.

Each sex offender listing in Madison County shows:

• Full name and any aliases
• Date of birth
• Current photo
• Home address
• Work address and employer
• Physical description and marks
• Vehicle information
• Sex offense history with dates

Some info is kept private. Social Security numbers, phone numbers, and victim details are not shown to the public. The sheriff has this data but does not post it online. If you need more details about an offender, contact the sheriff's sex offender unit.

Residency Rules in Madison County

Sex offenders in Madison County cannot live near schools or childcare centers. Code of Alabama Section 15-20A-11 sets a 2,000-foot buffer zone. This is about four-tenths of a mile. The rule applies to any place that regularly serves children.

Huntsville and other Madison County cities may have extra local rules. Some ban offenders from parks, libraries, or bus stops near schools. Check with the Huntsville city council or your local government to see what extra limits apply in your area. The sheriff's office can also tell you if a specific address is allowed.

The 2,000-foot rule makes urban housing hard to find. Huntsville's growth means more schools and daycares, which shrinks the areas where offenders can legally live. Many offenders end up in rural parts of Madison County with fewer restricted zones. If you are concerned about an offender living too close to a school, report it to the sheriff. They will check the address and take action if it violates the law.

Community Notification in Madison County

When a sex offender moves into Madison County, the sheriff notifies the community. Code of Alabama Section 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 the offender registering.

You can sign up for email alerts through OffenderWatch. Go to the state search site and enter your address. You will get an email whenever an offender moves into or out of your area. This is a free service. Many Madison County residents use it to track activity near their home and their kids' schools.

The sheriff may also post flyers or hold community meetings for high-risk offenders. These extra steps are at the sheriff's discretion. If you want more info about a specific offender, call the sex offender line at (256) 533-8879.

Report a Violation in Madison County

If you think a sex offender in Madison County is breaking the rules, report it. Common violations include living at the wrong address, failing to check in, or being near a school. Code of Alabama Section 15-20A-37 makes these acts a Class C felony with one to ten years in prison.

To report a violation, call the Madison County Sheriff at (256) 533-8879. 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 it happened. Tips from the public help catch offenders who try to hide.

The sheriff does regular compliance checks. Deputies visit offenders at home to make sure they live where they say they do. They also check work addresses and look for unreported vehicles. If you see something that does not match what is in the registry, let the sheriff know right away.

Redstone Arsenal and Federal Facilities

Madison County is home to Redstone Arsenal, NASA Marshall Space Flight Center, and the new U.S. Space Command headquarters. These federal facilities have their own security rules. Sex offenders are banned from entering military bases and many federal buildings.

People who work at these sites can use the registry to check on neighbors and coworkers. Background checks for federal employment will show sex offense convictions. If you are relocating to Madison County for work at Redstone or NASA, understand that registered offenders face major limits on where they can live and work in this area.

Cities in Madison County

Madison County has multiple cities and towns. All sex offenders in these areas register with the Madison County Sheriff. The county seat is Huntsville, which is now Alabama's largest city. Click below to see city-specific info.

Other communities in Madison County include New Hope, Hazel Green, Owens Cross Roads, Harvest, and Meridianville.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Madison County. If you live near the county line, make sure you register with the right sheriff. Sex offenders must register in the county where they actually live.