Walker County Sex Offenders
Walker County sex offender registration is handled by the Sheriff's Office in Jasper. The county maintains a "Protected Addresses" database and has about 73 registered offenders in the Jasper area alone.
Walker County Quick Facts
Walker County Sheriff's Office
The Walker County Sheriff handles sex offender registration for the entire county. The main office is on 2nd Avenue in Jasper. Offenders must come here in person to register and check in every three months. The sheriff's office takes photos, collects fees, and updates the state database.
Walker County has a dedicated contact for sex offender questions. Mary Turnbow can be reached at (205) 302-6179. The office maintains a "Protected Addresses" database to help enforce residency restrictions. This system tracks where offenders are allowed to live based on the 2,000-foot rule around schools.
| Address | 2001 2nd Avenue Jasper, AL 35501 |
|---|---|
| Main Phone | (205) 302-6464 |
| Sex Offender Questions | (205) 302-6179 (Mary Turnbow) |
| Website | walkercountysheriff.com |
How to Search Walker County Sex Offenders
You can search for sex offenders in Walker County through the statewide database. The ALEA Community Information Center at app.alea.gov/community covers all 67 Alabama counties. Enter Walker County or a city name like Jasper to find local offenders.
The OffenderWatch portal at communitynotification.com has the same data. Both sites let you search by name, address, or ZIP code. You can view a map showing pins for each registered offender. The databases update daily as people register or move.
Search options include:
- Offender name (full or partial)
- Street address in Walker County
- ZIP codes like 35501 (Jasper) or 35504 (Dora)
- City name within the county
- Map view to browse by area
For direct questions, call Mary Turnbow at (205) 302-6179. She handles sex offender inquiries for the Walker County Sheriff. She can confirm if someone is registered and answer basic questions about the process.
Registration Rules in Walker County
Sex offenders in Walker County follow Alabama law on registration. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-10 requires quarterly in-person check-ins. Adult offenders come in four times a year, starting with their birth month. Each visit is three months apart.
The fee is $10 per visit. Offenders who cannot pay can request a hardship waiver. They must show proof of low income. At each check-in, the sheriff takes a new photo and updates the file. Address, job, and vehicle info are all verified.
If you move to Walker County, you have three days to register. This applies whether you come from another Alabama county or from out of state. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-22 sets this deadline. You also have three days to report new jobs or vehicles. Missing a deadline is a Class C felony.
What Walker County Records Show
Sex offender records in Walker County include detailed info. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-8 specifies what is public. The goal is to keep the community informed about who lives nearby.
Each listing shows:
- Full name and any known aliases
- Date of birth
- Current photograph
- Home address in Walker County
- Employer and work address
- Physical description: height, weight, eye color
- Scars, tattoos, or other marks
- Vehicle info including license plate
- The sex offense that required registration
- Conviction date and court
Some info is not public. Social Security numbers are hidden. Phone numbers and emails are not shown online. Victim names are never shared. The sheriff has this data but only releases what the law allows.
Residency Limits in Walker County
Sex offenders in Walker County cannot live near schools. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-11 sets a 2,000-foot buffer zone. That is about four-tenths of a mile. The rule covers schools, daycares, and other places where children are regularly present.
Walker County maintains a "Protected Addresses" database. This system helps enforce the 2,000-foot rule. The sheriff can quickly check if an address is legal for an offender. If a new school opens near an offender's home, they may have to move.
Jasper and other Walker County towns may have extra local rules. Parks or libraries near schools could be off-limits. Check with the city or the sheriff's office if you have questions about a specific location. The state rule is the minimum. Local governments can add more restrictions.
Community Notification in Walker County
When a sex offender moves into Walker County, neighbors get told. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-21 requires notices to homes within 1,000 to 2,000 feet. Schools within three miles also receive alerts. This happens soon after the offender registers.
You can sign up for free email alerts through OffenderWatch. Enter your home address and you will get a message when an offender moves near you. The alert also tells you when someone leaves the area. This helps you stay aware of changes in your neighborhood.
For questions about a specific offender, call Mary Turnbow at (205) 302-6179. She can tell you what info is public. In some cases, the sheriff may hold community meetings or send extra notices for high-risk offenders.
Report a Violation in Walker County
If you think a sex offender in Walker County is breaking rules, report it. Common violations include wrong addresses, missed check-ins, and being too close to schools. Code of Alabama § 15-20A-37 makes these acts a Class C felony with up to ten years in prison.
Call (205) 302-6464 or (205) 302-6179 to report. Give the offender's name, the rule you think they broke, and details about what you saw. Include dates and times if you can. You can also tip through OffenderWatch or contact ALEA at 334-676-7250.
The sheriff does compliance checks throughout the year. Deputies visit offenders at home to verify addresses. They check workplaces too. The "Protected Addresses" database helps them track who is where. Your tips fill in gaps that deputies might miss.
Cities in Walker County
Walker County has several towns and cities, but all sex offenders register with the county sheriff. Jasper is the county seat and largest city. About 73 offenders live in the Jasper area.
Other cities in Walker County include Sumiton, Dora, Carbon Hill, Parrish, Cordova, and Oakman. No cities in the county exceed the population threshold for a separate page, so all information is covered at the county level.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders with Walker 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.