GADSDEN DETENTION INFORMATION

    ICE Detention in Gadsden, Alabama

    If someone may be held at Etowah County Detention Center in Gadsden, start by confirming their current location. Here you can find the facility address, contact information and what to do if an immigration bond has already been set.

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    Official Facility Information

    FACILITY CURRENTLY LISTED BY ICE

    Etowah County Detention Center

    Also known as Etowah County Jail

    828 Forney Drive

    Gadsden, AL 35903

    Custody Status Note

    Local reporting in February 2025 described this facility as having a short-term ICE arrangement. Transfers may occur within 72 hours or less.

    Confirm Before Traveling

    Always confirm the person is still at this facility before visiting, sending mail or relying on any address.

    Confirm the Person Is at This Facility

    Use the official ICE locator or contact the sheriff's office directly to confirm whether the person is currently held here.

    Use the ICE Locator

    Search by A-Number or biographical information.

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    Contact the Sheriff

    Call the Etowah County detention department directly.

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    Has an Immigration Bond Already Been Set?

    If ICE or an Immigration Judge has provided an eligible bond amount, you do not need to travel to Gadsden to begin Amistad's review.

    Yes — The Amount Has Been Confirmed

    • Full legal name
    • A-Number
    • Current detention facility
    • Bond type and amount
    • Your contact information

    You do not need to travel to Gadsden to begin.

    Not Sure or Not Yet Set?

    If a bond has not yet been set, eligibility depends on DHS or the Immigration Court.

    Review Eligibility and Requirements

    Being held at Etowah County does not automatically mean an immigration bond is available. DHS or an Immigration Judge determines eligibility and the bond amount.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Etowah County Detention Center an ICE facility?
    The facility is operated by Etowah County. Local reporting indicates it has held ICE detainees under a short-term arrangement that may involve transfers within 72 hours or less. Confirm the person's current location before traveling.
    How do I confirm someone is detained at Etowah County?
    Contact the Etowah County Sheriff's Office detention department directly. You can also search the official ICE locator using the person's A-Number and country of birth.
    Can someone be transferred out of Etowah County?
    Yes. Local reporting described transfers as possible after 72 hours or less. The person may be moved to another Alabama facility or to another state.
    Do I need to travel to Gadsden to start an immigration bond?
    No. If a bond has already been set, you can begin Amistad's process remotely.
    What if no bond amount has been set?
    Amistad cannot determine eligibility or request a hearing. Speak with a qualified immigration attorney for legal advice about the case.

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    Need Help With a Gadsen Immigration Bond?

    Call with the person's name, A-Number, exact detention facility and bond amount, if available.

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    Information reviewed August 25, 2026. Amistad provides immigration surety bond services, not legal representation.