Lowndes County Detention Facility
Lowndes County Detention Facility
Call the 109-bed Lowndes County Detention Facility at 334-548-2222 for inmate information. Staff are available 24 hours a day.
When someone is arrested for a misdemeanor or felony in this county, they are brought here for booking and processing. The charges determine what comes next: release on bond, release on their own recognizance, or continued custody until their trial is decided.
The inmate search tool shows the jail’s current roster.
Anyone sentenced to less than a year serves the sentence here. Anyone sentenced to more than a year goes to the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page is a guide to:
- Searching the jail roster
- The visitation schedule
- Inmate account funding
- Phone calls and voicemail
- Email and texting
- Tablet rentals
- Bail bonds
- Commissary
Save the inmate’s booking number or jail ID for mail and other contact. If it’s not online, call Lowndes County Detention Facility at 334-548-2222.
Inmate Services
Phone
334-548-2222Mailing address (personal mail)
Lowndes County Detention Facility
653 State Highway 21 South
Hayneville, AL. 36040
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Lowndes County Detention Facility
653 State Highway 21 South
Hayneville, AL. 36040
Other Jails and Prisons
Find out if someone is in the Lowndes County Detention Facility, what their charges are, how much their bond is set at, and when they can have visitors, and view their mugshot, by searching the Official Jail Inmate Roster. You can also call 334-548-2222. For court details on a criminal case in Alabama, go to the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal.
Lowndes County Detention Facility Inmate Search
Questions about finding an inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility? Our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers explain the process, how jail rosters work, and what happens after arrest and booking. For more help, call 334-548-2222.
While the Lowndes County Detention Facility is licensed for 109 inmates, it often has to make room for many more, especially on weekends. Here’s how long inmates typically stay at most city and county jails:
- At least 40% leave within a month
- Another 30% within 90 days
- Another 20% within six months
- About 8-9% stay six to twelve months
Inmates held longer than twelve months are usually facing serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take longer to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Lowndes County remain in the Lowndes County facility much longer.
Lowndes County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,180 offenders every year.
The Lowndes County Detention Facility is the county jail for Lowndes County, run by the Lowndes County Sheriff’s Office. It sits at 653 State Highway 21 South in Hayneville, and the jail answers its main line around the clock at (334) 548-2222. Locally it is also called the John Hulett Detention Facility, after the civil rights leader who later served as Lowndes County’s sheriff. The building is about twenty years old, and a 2023 county report put its capacity at up to 140 people. It holds adults arrested anywhere in the county, both men and women, who are waiting on court dates or serving county time, along with people sentenced to state prison who are waiting for the Alabama Department of Corrections to pick them up.
To find out whether someone is being held, search VINELink at vinelink.vineapps.com or call the jail. VINELink also lets you sign up for a text or email when the person is released or moved. After booking, Alabama Rule of Criminal Procedure 4.3 requires that the person be taken before a judge without unnecessary delay and within 72 hours of arrest. Cases here are handled in the Second Judicial Circuit, which Lowndes shares with Butler and Crenshaw counties, and you can follow a case on Alacourt at v2.alacourt.com.
Most people in Alabama have a right to bail. The main exceptions are capital cases where the proof is strong, and the charges covered by Aniah’s Law (2022): murder; first-degree kidnapping, rape, sodomy, sexual torture, domestic violence, human trafficking, burglary, arson and robbery; aggravated child abuse and certain offenses against children; and terrorism. For those, a judge can hold a pretrial detention hearing and deny bail. In May 2026 voters approved Amendment 1 (81.6% yes), adding solicitation, attempt or conspiracy to commit murder and shooting into an occupied building or vehicle. Judges look to the Rule 7.2 bail schedule (for example, $10,000–$60,000 for a Class A felony, $300–$6,000 for a Class A misdemeanor and $1,000–$7,500 for DUI) but can set bail higher or lower. Release may come on personal recognizance, an unsecured appearance bond, or a secured bond paid in cash, backed by property, or posted by a licensed bail bond company. Call the jail for the bond amount and to ask which payment types the jail takes before you drive over.
Visits are handled through Reliance Telephone, with video visits from home and terminals in the jail lobby. Visitors must be on the inmate’s approved list and bring government-issued photo ID. Children under 18 need a parent or legal guardian with a birth certificate or guardianship papers, and visitors should dress modestly (no shorts, sleeveless tops, see-through clothing or heels over 1 inch). Visiting times can change, so call (334) 548-2222 to confirm the current schedule and book a slot. No public bus serves the jail; most visitors drive, and the jail is right on Highway 21.
If you need to stop on the way, Hayneville QV (a Shell station with a hot-food counter) is at 15 W Tuskeena St, and the nearest 24-hour fuel is the bp at 20 US-80 in Lowndesboro. For a quick meal, there is a Subway at 74 Oak St and DeepWoods by Mary Bell – Soul2Soul Foods at 345 S Commerce St.
Letters go to the person’s full name and ID number, Lowndes County Detention Facility, 653 State Highway 21 South, Hayneville, AL 36040. Write in blue or black ink. Books must be softcover and ship directly from a retailer or publisher. Money for commissary goes through CorrectPay online at correctpay.com, by phone at (855) 836-3364, through the CorrectPay app, or at the VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. Reliance Telephone handles calls, video calls, messaging and tablets, and you set up an account at reliancetelephone.com. Before you send money or set up a phone account, call the jail to confirm which vendors it uses now.
- Jail (Main): 334-548-2222
- Sheriff: 334-548-2222
How is booking conducted at Lowndes County Detention Facility?
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Lowndes County Detention Facility for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Lowndes County Detention Facility:
- Verifying identification information.
- Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection.
- Physical search for contraband or weapons.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Granting a free phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 334-548-2222.
How to post bail for someone arrested in Lowndes County
When an individual is arrested and booked at Lowndes County Detention Facility in Hayneville, the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 334-548-2222 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
- Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 334-548-2222 if needed.
- You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Lowndes County.
- Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.
For further information on posting bail in Lowndes County, Alabama, visit the Lowndes County Detention Facility Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility? What is the Schedule?
Lowndes County Detention Facility ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
653 AL-21
Hayneville, AL 36040
334-548-2222
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility how many visits a person is allowed.
- Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility 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.
Lowndes County Detention Facility 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.
Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Lowndes County Detention Facility
- 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility
653 AL-21
Hayneville, AL 36040
334-548-2222
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
- Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility how many visits a person is allowed.
- Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility?
Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility whether a video visit made at the jail is free.
How to set up your Video Visit
- Register here.
- Select Lowndes County Detention Facility
- 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility?
You can deposit money four different ways:
- Deposit 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 using the iOS or Android app.
correctpay.com Assistance:
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Lowndes County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Lowndes County Detention Facility follow these steps:
- Register with correctpay by creating an account.
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- Select Alabama, then select Lowndes County Detention Facility, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
- Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
- You can deposit money four 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.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Lowndes County Detention Facility.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
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How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Lowndes County Detention Facility?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Lowndes County follow these instructions:
Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility
- 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility, 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 Lowndes 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility, and what can I purchase?
Purchasing a Lowndes County Detention Facility Inmate Commissary
Lowndes County Detention Facility allows inmates to purchase commissary, which is a jail affiliated store that sells snacks, hygiene products, stationary, clothing and even e-cigs and nicotine pouches (where allowed).
You can buy commissary for an inmate using an online service called Kellwell Commissary.
These items can be purchased once a week.
This amount you can spend each week is set by the facility. Call 334-548-2222 in order to confirm the amount that cannot be exceeded.
Inmates have access to commissary packages that can be purchased and shipped to the inmate by friends and family.
You can also go to our Inmate Money page for information on how to send money to an inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lowndes County Detention Facility using an Online Messaging Service?
Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Lowndes County Detention Facility follow these steps:
Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Lowndes County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Lowndes County Detention Facility have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Lowndes County Detention Facility
Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility whether NCIC tablets are available to inmates there.
Ask Lowndes County Detention Facility 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 Lowndes County Detention Facility’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-548-2222 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Lowndes County?
The Lowndes County Detention Facility serves the following cities and towns of Lowndes County: Burkville, Fort Deposit, Hayneville, Lowndesboro and White Hall.