Address:
316 Industrial Park Drive
Dadeville, AL 36853
Phone:
256-825-1039
Staff at the Tallapoosa County Jail is making it easier to connect with inmates by using a third-party service for phone communication. Using this service, explained below, allows you to purchase phone time for your inmate to either call you or to call other people in their network. If you have any questions call the facility at 256-825-1039.
Tallapoosa County Jail inmates are allowed to use the phones for personal use at any time, except during scheduled meals and during evening lockdown which begins after 10:00 PM.
Rules, guidelines and schedules on phone use are listed on this page. Failure to adhere to them will result in your inmate and you losing your phone privileges.
To get started you must first open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
How to get phone Calls from your inmate at Tallapoosa County Jail
PRE-PAYING
Using GTL you have the option of either:
- pre-paying directly into your inmate's account where they decide who to call, or
- pre-paying, where you control all phone costs and all calls come only to you.
Prepaid Option #1
If you deposit money online in the INMATE ACCOUNT, than they have the freedom to spend the money on phone calls to anyone, or any other communications services available at Tallapoosa County Jail.
Prepaid Option #2
With the FRIENDS & FAMILY ACCOUNT, you control all communication services such as phone calls, video visits and messaging. Your inmate can only call the phone number you want.
Can I Communicate by Email with an Inmate?
They are the same company that facilitate Secure Deposits and Securepaks, so if you are already registered with them, then you are already approved to send Secure Messages to your inmate.
After Registering/Logging In:
1. You choose Tallapoosa County Jail.
2. You Search for your inmate by typing in his last name. You can further narrow your search by adding his first name and/or Inmate ID.
3. You add a credit or debit card.
4. You buy a message plan (plans and prices vary), or buy credits. One credit costs $0.01.
5. You select the option for your inmate to be able use the credits which you purchase, to message back to you... Or not.
6. Tallapoosa County Jail charges a fee for each message sent or received.
Important Things to Know
- Access Corrections has an iphone app and an android app for using their services.
- ALL of your correspondence will be monitored by the jail.
- Do NOT write anything you wouldn’t want repeated in court.
- Rates vary and are always subject to change.
- Inmates can write you back ONLY if you select that option.
- You CAN send photos up to 32MB in file size. Subject to change.
- You CAN have unlimited credits on your account but are limited in the amount of each credit purchase.
- You may NOT type or send emoticons.
- You may NOT copy and paste text. Type directly.
- You may NOT type profanities, violence or characters not approved.
- Due to messages having to be reviewed first, allow up to five days for a message to be delivered.
- You may NOT transfer credits to another email.
Phone: 866-345-1884
Email: [email protected]
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What are the most important things to know about phone calls with Inmates
If you were unable to find the information you were looking for on this page, call GTL Connect Network at 877-650-4249 and ask their policies on getting phone calls from your inmate at Tallapoosa County Jail.
You can contact GTL online by using this online form to ask a question.
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
For full instructions on the Tallapoosa County Jail Inmate Phone System, what the costs are, how it works, and tips and guidelines on rules, regulations and saving money on calls, check out our Inmate Phones Page.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Tallapoosa County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Tallapoosa County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Tallapoosa County.
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Tallapoosa County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Tallapoosa County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Tallapoosa County.
To send commissary money to an inmate in Tallapoosa County Jail follow these steps:
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Tallapoosa County Jail.
How do I open an inmate phone account at the Tallapoosa County Jail?
The Tallapoosa County Jail uses a third-party phone service called GTL Connect Network. If you want to communicate by phone with your inmate, you have to first open an account with GTL. They have three different types of accounts: (1)AdvancePay - which is a prepaid collect calling service which allows an inmate to call your phone number using funds that you deposit. (2)PIN Debit - which allows an inmate to call direct to anyone they choose using money that you have deposited for them, or they can use money from their commissary or trust account to purchase prepaid phone credits. (3)Inmate Voicemail - In order to leave a voicemail for your inmate you must have an active AdvancePay Account. To leave a voicemail message you will call a local number that Tallapoosa County Jail has set up, select their Inmate ID, then record the message you want to leave them. To find out the phone number you call to leave a message, call Tallapoosa County Jail at 256-825-1039 or call GTL Connect Network at 877-650-4249. Learn more about how to get phone calls from an inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail.
How much does it cost for an inmate to make a phone call from the Tallapoosa County Jail?
Phone call rates from your inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail to you vary and are subject to change, but in general the costs are as follows: AdvancePay Phone Calls - $0.21 per minute. PIN Debit Phone Calls - $0.21 per minute. Traditional Collect Phone Calls - $0.25 per minute. VOICEMAIL Message (one minute max) - $1.00 per minute. Learn more about how much phone calls cost in the Tallapoosa County Jail, or call GTL Connect Network at 877-650-4249.
Can inmate phone calls from the Tallapoosa County Jail connect to my mobile phone number?
Yes. When an inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail calls you using a GTL Connect Network phone service's AdvancePay or PIN Debit account, the calls can connect to your cell phone. Learn more about how to set up a phone account for an inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail.
Why is my Tallapoosa County Jail phone status blocked?
If your phone status at the Tallapoosa County Jail is showing being BLOCKED, there could be several reasons for this: (1)There are not enough funds on your AdvancePay or PIN Debit Account, (2)You have a new telephone number, and a restriction could be on your line, (3)You may have accidentally pressed the incorrect number when attempting to accept the incoming call and you may have blocked your line, (4)In the past you may have requested to have a block placed on your phone and you never had it removed. On any of these issues of your phone being blocked, you can resolve them by calling GTL Connect Network at 877-650-4249. Learn more about how to unblock a phone in the Tallapoosa County Jail.
Are phone calls with an inmate at the Tallapoosa County Jail recorded?
Yes. All phone calls with an inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail are recorded. All calls except those with their lawyer. Everything you say and do are going to be heard and recorded by the jail staff. If you discuss your inmate's pending criminal case or any criminal activity, you can be assured that the conversation will end up being sent to the prosecutor and/or other law enforcement. Learn more about inmate phone calling privacy tips with an inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail.
How do I control all phone calls with an inmate in Tallapoosa County Jail?
In order to have full control over the phone expenses and who your inmate can call while in the Tallapoosa County Jail, you need to open a GTL AdvancePay phone account. With this type of account, when you deposit money, your inmate can only call your phone number. However, since your inmate can also purchase prepaid phone time through commissary, they can use the prepaid account to phone whoever they choose, as long as the person or number is not blocked by Tallapoosa County Jail. Learn more about how to control your inmate's phone calls in the Tallapoosa County Jail.
How do I make a deposit into a Tallapoosa County Jail inmate's phone account?
GTL Connect network has five different options for making deposits for your inmate's phone account: (1) Online, at the GTL Connect network website. (2) By phone - Call - 877-650-4249. (3) At the Tallapoosa County Jail lobby kiosk. (4) By mailing a check or money order to: AdvancePay Service Department - P.O. Box 911722 - Denver, CO 80291-1722. (5) Walk-in retail locations such as Western Union Quick Collect [Blue Form], Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. Learn more about how to deposit money for an inmate's phone account in the Tallapoosa County Jail.
Who is ViaPath Technologies?
GTL Connect Network and their sister company GTL gettingout are currently undergoing a merger and rebranding into a single entity called ViaPath Technologies. During this transition, all of the current services, links and prices will remain the same. Tallapoosa County Jail, and family members and friends of inmates will not see any changes during the transition, as it will be a slow, measured, seamless process. The end result will be a more responsive company with even better services for you and your inmates.
Do inmates in the Tallapoosa County Jail have access to tablets?
Yes. Tallapoosa County Jail is transitioning to having free tablets available to all inmates for basic services. In addition, you will be able to purchase tablet subscriptions which will include, music, movie streaming, educational programming, legal research and more. Learn more about how to rent a tablet for an inmate in the Tallapoosa County Jail.