Shelby County Sheriff's Office Makes Changes Due To Coronavirus

SHELBY COUNTY, AL — The Shelby County Sheriff's Office announced some operational changes it has made during the coronavirus pandemic. Many law enforcement agencies, along with city and county offices throughout the area have already adjusted their operations through the pandemic.

"The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office recognizes that interacting with the community is vital to our community policing effort. Engaging our community continues to be an essential factor to maintaining the strong relationship with our citizens," the SCSO said in a statement Friday. "However, in the midst of the COVID-19, we will be taking precautionary measures to help prevent the spread of COVID-19."

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Effective Monday, April 6, the front lobby of the sheriff's offices will be closed and some services will be modified. This closure will include the substation located on Hwy 280 and in Chelsea.

The following changes will also be implemented:

• Will continue to accept pistol permit applications through the mail with payment submitted by check to P.O. Box 1095 Columbiana, AL 35051. However, Shelby County Sheriff John Samaniego has extended the renewal date for pistol permits which expire after April 1, 2020, until June 1, 2020.
• To obtain a copy of an Incident Report or an Accident Report, call the SCSO Records Department at 205-669-3854 or email at sorecords@shelbyso.com.
• The Shelby County Jail will continue offering scheduled video visitation with inmates. However, Jail staff are taking additional precautions to provide for social distancing and to allow time for staff to sanitize video visitation equipment.
• For bonding or inmate release information, please call the Shelby County Jail at 205-669-3938.
• Property Release will be done through appointment only by calling 205-670-6012.

"I want to ensure the citizens of Shelby County that we are focused on providing everyone with the highest level of service during these trying times," said Sheriff John Samaniego. "Our deputies will be maintaining their normal patrols across the county and will be responding to all calls for service. Thank you for your patience and understanding during these difficult times."

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