Henry County Jail
Henry County Jail
Looking for someone in custody? The inmate search tool shows everyone currently held at the 43-bed Henry County Jail, and staff can answer questions around the clock at 334-585-3293.
Anyone arrested in the county on misdemeanor or felony charges comes through this facility for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may be held until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or kept in custody until their trial is over.
People sentenced to under a year serve that time at this jail. Longer sentences are served in the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page covers the visitation schedule, adding funds to an inmate’s account, mail rules, phone calls from inmates, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, how to post bail, and commissary orders.
Keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number handy, because most mail and messaging services require it. If you can’t find it online, call Henry County Jail at 334-585-3293.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
The Official Jail Inmate Roster is the fastest way to find an inmate in the Henry County Jail, check their charges and bond amount, see when they are eligible for visits, or view their mugshot. Prefer to talk to someone? Call the jail at 334-585-3293. For court details on a criminal case in Alabama, go to the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal.
Henry County Jail Inmate Search
Have more questions? Our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers cover finding an inmate in the Henry County Jail, how jail rosters work, and what happens after someone is arrested and booked. If you still need help, call 334-585-3293.
Although the Henry County Jail is licensed for 43 inmates, it frequently holds more than that, particularly on weekends. City and county jails typically turn over at least 40% of their population every month, another 30% every 90 days, and another 20% every six months, with roughly 8-9% staying six to twelve months. Inmates who stay longer than a year are usually charged with serious crimes like murder or rape. Those cases take a long time to prepare for trial, so offenders arrested in Henry County for them stay in the Henry County facility much longer.
Henry County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 860 offenders every year.
Henry County’s jail has operated at 166 East Williams Street in Abbeville since 1978. The Henry County Sheriff’s Office runs it as a small medium-security jail with room for about 43 people, holding men and women charged with misdemeanors and felonies who are waiting for trial or sentencing, along with those serving under a year. The jail line, (334) 585-3293, is staffed 24 hours; the sheriff’s office is at (334) 585-3131.
Family visits happen by video through NCIC. On-site visits at the jail are free and run Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon. Remote visits from home are available daily 9 a.m.–8:30 p.m. and cost about $7.50 for 30 minutes plus a $2 fee. Schedule every visit at least 24 hours ahead at NCIC’s visit site. Each person may have two visits a week, with two adult guests plus one child age 6 or younger. You need to be on the approved list and bring a government-issued photo ID.
Once booked, a person must go before a judge within 72 hours and without unnecessary delay (Alabama Rule of Criminal Procedure 4.3). Henry County belongs to the 20th Judicial Circuit, shared with Houston County. Most people are entitled to bail. The exceptions are capital cases where proof is evident, and, after a pretrial detention hearing, the Aniah’s Law offenses: murder, first-degree kidnapping, rape, sodomy, sexual torture, domestic violence, human trafficking, burglary, arson, robbery, aggravated child abuse, certain crimes against children, and terrorism. Since May 2026 that also includes solicitation, attempt, or conspiracy to commit murder and shooting into an occupied building or vehicle. The Rule 7.2 guideline is $10,000–$60,000 for Class A felonies and lower for lesser charges, and judges can adjust it. Bail may be posted in cash, by credit card or money order, with property in Henry County, or through a local bondsman; release on recognizance or an unsecured bond is also possible.
Mail goes to the person’s full name and inmate ID, Henry County Jail, 101 Court Square, Suite G, Abbeville, AL 36310. Books must be paperback and sent from a publisher. For money, use NCIC at (800) 943-2189, Inmate Canteen at team3.inmatecanteen.com, the jail kiosk, or a mailed money order; commissary purchases top out at $125. Phone accounts are also opened with NCIC.
Look up custody through VINELink and cases on Alacourt. Before surrendering on a warrant, call the sheriff’s office or an attorney.
No public bus serves the jail; most visitors drive. Gas is close at Shell, 501 Kirkland St, and Marathon, 401 Columbia Rd. Jimmy’s Barbecue at 103 Kirkland St and Subway at 644 Ozark Rd are easy stops for food.
- Jail (Main): 334-585-3293
- Sheriff: 334-585-3131
The booking procedure at Henry County Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Henry County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Henry County Jail includes the following steps:
- Personal identification confirmation.
- Mugshots for record-keeping.
- Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
- DNA collection may be required.
- Conducting a thorough body search.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 334-585-3293.
How to handle bail after an arrest in Henry County
If someone has been booked at Henry County Jail in Abbeville, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 334-585-3293.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
- The usual way to post a cash bond is to pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk of court by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also offer card payment through a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor for a fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (call 334-585-3293 for the jail).
- Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Henry County.
- Real property bonds are accepted in many courts: an owner may offer land or a home after showing clear title and equity of at least the bond, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves it.
For a full guide to the bail process in Henry County, Alabama, visit the Henry County Jail Bail Information Page.
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Henry County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
166 East Williams St
Abbeville, AL 36310
334-585-3293
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- Ask Henry County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
- NCIC shows the length of a video visit when you schedule it.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Ask Henry County Jail how many visits a person is allowed.
- Ask Henry County Jail how many visitors are allowed at one session.
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
Henry County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
Henry County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Henry County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Henry County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Henry County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
On-Site Visitation Schedule at the Henry County Jail
166 East Williams St
Abbeville, AL 36310
334-585-3293
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- Ask Henry County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
- NCIC shows the length of a video visit when you schedule it.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- Ask Henry County Jail how many visits a person is allowed.
- Ask Henry County Jail how many visitors are allowed at one session.
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
Remote Inmate Visitation Schedule
- All visits must be scheduled ahead of time; the NCIC calendar shows which time slots are open.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
The NCIC calendar shows the open visit times when you schedule.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Henry County Jail uses the services of NCIC for remote video visitation.
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
Ask Henry County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
Costs
NCIC shows the price of a video visit before you confirm it. Rates are set by the provider and can change.
Ask Henry County Jail whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Henry County Jail
- Select your inmate.
- Choose your date and time.
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be logged in and connected to NCIC before the scheduled start time.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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How Do I put Money on an Inmate's Commissary Account in the Henry County Jail to Purchase Phone Cards?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Henry County Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use the NCIC self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Henry County Jail uses NCIC to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. NCIC charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.
Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Mail it to the Henry County Jail address on this page, or to the address below if it is different than the facility address.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Henry County Jail
101 Court Sq. Suite G
Abbeville Al. 36310
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling 800-943-2189
For more information about sending an inmate money for phone cards or other commissary sundries, check out our Inmate Money Page.
How to deposit money in an inmate's phone account in the Henry County Jail
- To deposit money online go the NCIC website.
- To deposit money over the phone call 800-943-2189.
- To deposit money at the jail use the NCIC Kiosk in the Henry County Jail lobby.
- Call the jail at 334-585-3293 to confirm lobby hours for depositing inmate funds.
For complete information on depositing money in an inmate's account, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Henry County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase phone calling time from this jail’s inmate phone calling service.
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You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit online at correctpay.com.
- Ask the jail whether it has a Correct Pay lobby kiosk for deposits.
- Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
- Deposit through their iOS or Android app.
Cost to Send Money
Call Correct Pay at 855-836-3364 to ask what a deposit will cost.
*Rates are subject to change.
correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Henry County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Henry County follow these instructions:
Henry County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.
In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:
- Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
- Choose Alabama.
- Choose Henry County Jail
- Select your Inmate.
- Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
- Fund your account.
NOTE:
1. You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2. When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3. When allowed by Henry County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
- Adding funds to your account: NCIC's terms cap the fee for an automated payment (web, phone menu or kiosk) at $3.00.
- NCIC shows the current per-minute rate when you set up the account.
- NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Henry County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Henry County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Henry County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Henry County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Henry County Jail
101 Court Sq. Suite G
Abbeville Al. 36310
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Henry County Jail
101 Court Sq. Suite G
Abbeville Al. 36310
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate.
Books
Ask the Henry County Jail whether books can be mailed in, and whether they must come straight from a publisher or retailer such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Henry County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Henry County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Henry County Jail
101 Court Sq. Suite G
Abbeville Al. 36310
Henry County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Henry County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Henry County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Henry County Jail
101 Court Sq. Suite G
Abbeville Al. 36310
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Henry County Jail uses the services of Inmate Canteen for Online Commissary Purchases for an Inmate.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
NOTE: Henry County Jail may only allow online deposits for local commissary purchasing.
For best results use google chrome as your browser for accessing Inmate Canteen.
Instructions on purchasing commissary items for an inmate:
- Register or Log in to your account
- Select the facility where the inmate is located and the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Items" option
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Henry County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Henry County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to create an account, or Log in to your account at Inmate Canteen if you already have one.
- Select Alabama, then Henry County Jail, and then the inmate you wish to purchase commissary items for.
- Select the "Purchase Commissary Items" option.
- Follow the prompts on screen to purchase items for an inmate.
For all information, tips and to see the hundreds of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Henry County Jail, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Henry County.
Inmate Canteen Customer Service can be reached at 715-690-2965, or by email at support@inmatecanteen.com.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Henry County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Henry County Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Henry County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Henry County Jail follow these steps:
Henry County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your inmate's account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Ask Henry County Jail whether it has an NCIC deposit kiosk and where it is.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: NCIC's terms put the live-agent fee for a phone payment or account set-up at no more than $5.95.)
Email – info@ncic.com
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Henry County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Henry County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Ask Henry County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Henry County Jail
Ask Henry County Jail whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Henry County Jail what the tablets can be used for and whether there is a charge.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Henry County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-585-3293 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Henry County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Henry County: Abbeville, Headland, Louisville and Newville.