Tallapoosa County Sex Offenders Search
Tallapoosa County sex offender registration is managed by the Sheriff's Office in Dadeville. Sheriff Jimmy Abbett has served the county since 1995, making him one of Alabama's longest-serving sheriffs.
Tallapoosa County Quick Facts
Tallapoosa County Sheriff's Office
The Tallapoosa County Sheriff handles all sex offender registration in the county. The office is in Dadeville, the county seat. Offenders must come here in person to register and verify their info four times a year. The sheriff takes photos, confirms addresses, and updates the state database.
Sheriff Jimmy Abbett has led the department since 1995. That is over 30 years of service. The office has a mobile app called "Tallapoosa County Sheriff AL" that residents can use for alerts and info. The sheriff enforces a 2,000-foot notification requirement when offenders move into the county. This means neighbors within that distance get told about the new resident.
| Address | 316 Industrial Park Drive Dadeville, AL 36853 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 825-4264 |
| Mobile App | Tallapoosa County Sheriff AL (iOS/Android) |
| Website | tallaco.com/departments/sheriff |
How to Search Tallapoosa County Sex Offenders
You can search for sex offenders in Tallapoosa County through the statewide database. The ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community covers all 67 Alabama counties. Enter Tallapoosa County or a specific city to find local offenders.
The OffenderWatch portal at communitynotification.com has the same data in a different format. Both sites let you search by name, address, or ZIP code. You can also view a map showing pins for each registered offender. The databases update daily.
Search options include:
- Offender name (full or partial)
- Street address in Tallapoosa County
- ZIP codes like 36853 (Dadeville) or 36861 (Alexander City)
- City name within the county
- Interactive map to browse by location
The sheriff's mobile app also has links to sex offender resources. Download "Tallapoosa County Sheriff AL" from your app store. For direct questions, call the sheriff at (256) 825-4264. Staff can check if someone is registered and help with basic inquiries.
Registration Rules in Tallapoosa County
Sex offenders in Tallapoosa County must follow Alabama's registration laws. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-10 requires quarterly in-person check-ins. This means four visits per year, starting in your birth month and every three months after.
Each visit costs $10. The sheriff collects this fee to support the registry. Offenders who truly cannot pay may request a waiver. They must show proof of low income to qualify. At each check-in, the sheriff updates photos and verifies address, job, and vehicle info.
If you move into Tallapoosa County, you have three days to register. This applies to people coming from other Alabama counties or from out of state. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-22 sets this deadline. You also have three days to report changes like a new job or car. Missing these deadlines is a Class C felony.
What Tallapoosa County Records Show
Sex offender records in Tallapoosa County contain info to help the public stay aware. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 lists what can be shown publicly. The law balances community safety with offender privacy.
Each listing includes:
- Full name and any aliases
- Date of birth
- Current photograph
- Home address in Tallapoosa County
- Employer and work address
- Physical description including height, weight, eye color
- Scars, tattoos, or other marks
- Vehicle info with license plate number
- The sex offense that led to registration
- Date of conviction and release
Some info is not public. Social Security numbers stay private. Phone numbers and email addresses are hidden. Victim names are never shared. The sheriff has all this data but only releases what state law allows.
Residency Rules in Tallapoosa County
Sex offenders in Tallapoosa 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.
Tallapoosa County has a lot of rural land along with Lake Martin, a popular recreation area. The cities of Dadeville and Alexander City have more schools and thus more restricted zones. Rural lake areas may have fewer limits, though some neighborhoods have their own covenants.
If you need to know if a specific address is legal for an offender, ask the sheriff. They can check the location against the 2,000-foot rule. Cities in the county may also have local ordinances that add extra restrictions beyond state law.
Community Notification in Tallapoosa County
When a sex offender moves into Tallapoosa County, the sheriff notifies neighbors. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-21 requires notice to homes within 1,000 to 2,000 feet. Schools within three miles also get alerts. The Tallapoosa County Sheriff enforces a 2,000-foot notification distance specifically.
You can sign up for email alerts on OffenderWatch. Enter your address, and you get a message when an offender moves into or out of your area. This free service works for all of Alabama. The sheriff's mobile app also sends push notifications for local alerts.
For questions about specific offenders, call (256) 825-4264. The sheriff's office can tell you what info they are allowed to share. In serious cases, they may hold community meetings or send extra notices to neighbors.
Report a Violation in Tallapoosa County
If you think a sex offender in Tallapoosa County is breaking the rules, report it. Common violations include wrong addresses, missed check-ins, and being near schools. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-37 makes these acts a Class C felony. The penalty is one to ten years in prison.
Call the Tallapoosa County Sheriff at (256) 825-4264 to report. Give the offender's name, the rule they broke, and details about what you saw. You can also use the mobile app to send tips or contact ALEA at 334-676-7250.
The sheriff does compliance checks on a regular basis. Deputies visit offenders at home to verify they live there. They check work addresses too. With over 30 years of service, Sheriff Abbett and his team know the county well. Public tips help them catch offenders who try to hide.
Cities in Tallapoosa County
Tallapoosa County has several towns and cities, but all sex offenders register with the county sheriff. Dadeville is the county seat. Alexander City is the largest city in the county. Lake Martin attracts many residents and visitors.
Other places in Tallapoosa County include Camp Hill, Goldville, Jacksons Gap, and New Site. No cities in the county have populations over the threshold for a separate page, so all info is covered at the county level.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Tallapoosa County. If you live near the line, register in the county where you actually reside. Moving across a county border means you have three days to register in the new location.