Prince Arnold Detention Center
Prince Arnold Detention Center
If you need information on an inmate, the 64-bed Prince Arnold Detention Center is available 24 hours a day at 334-682-4715.
Law enforcement brings people arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county to this facility for booking and processing. If the charges require it, they remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered held until their trial is decided.
Check the inmate search tool for a roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Inmates who are convicted and sentenced to under a year stay here. Those with longer sentences are sent to the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the official roster, calling the facility at 334-682-4715, getting directions, and using inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail, and commissary.
Make a note of the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, since mail and other services often require it. If it isn’t online, call Prince Arnold Detention Center at 334-682-4715.
Inmate Services
Phone
334-682-4715Mailing address (personal mail)
Prince Arnold Detention Center
240 Highway 265 South
P.O. Box 337
Camden, AL 36726
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Prince Arnold Detention Center
240 Highway 265 South
P.O. Box 337
Camden, AL 36726
Other Jails and Prisons
Search for inmates in the Prince Arnold Detention Center using the Official Jail Inmate Roster. It lists each inmate’s charges, bond amount, visitation eligibility, and mugshot. Staff can also help by phone at 334-682-4715. Alabama court information for criminal cases can be accessed through the Alacourt ACCESS V2.0 Portal.
Prince Arnold Detention Center Inmate Search
We’ve put the most common questions about finding an inmate in the Prince Arnold Detention Center in one place: our Frequently Asked Questions and Answers. They also explain how rosters work and what happens after an arrest and booking. Call 334-682-4715 for more help.
The Prince Arnold Detention Center is licensed for 64 inmates at any given time, but it often has to make room for more, especially on weekends. At most city and county jails, at least 40% of inmates turn over monthly, another 30% every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 8-9% stay six to twelve months. Stays longer than twelve months usually mean serious charges like rape or murder. Because those cases take time to prepare for trial, offenders arrested in Wilcox County are forced to remain in custody at the Wilcox County facility much longer.
Approximately 1,280 offenders are arrested and detained each year by Wilcox County law enforcement agencies.
The Prince Arnold Detention Center is the Wilcox County jail, located at 240 Highway 265 South in Camden and run by the Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office. It is a medium-security jail with room for about 64 people. It holds men and women arrested in Wilcox County on misdemeanor or felony charges, some waiting for trial and some serving sentences of 12 months or less. Programs include AA, counseling, religious services, and education. The jail and the sheriff’s office (12 Water Street) share one phone number, (334) 682-4715.
Wilcox County belongs to the 4th Judicial Circuit, together with Bibb, Dallas, Hale, and Perry counties. After booking, Alabama Rule of Criminal Procedure 4.3 requires a first appearance before a judge without unnecessary delay and within 72 hours. You can check custody on VINELink and court filings on Alacourt. If there may be a warrant, call the sheriff’s office or an attorney before turning yourself in.
Call the jail to confirm the bail amount; it can be paid in cash, by card, or by money order, pledged with real estate, or written by a licensed bondsman. Personal recognizance and unsecured appearance bonds are also possible. Alabama gives most defendants a right to bail. Capital cases may be held without bail where proof is evident or the presumption great, and after a hearing under Aniah’s Law (2022) judges may deny bail for murder; first-degree kidnapping, rape, sodomy, sexual torture, domestic violence, human trafficking, burglary, arson, or robbery; aggravated child abuse and certain offenses against children; or terrorism. Since voters approved Amendment 1 in May 2026 (81.6% yes), that list also includes solicitation, attempt, or conspiracy to commit murder and shooting into an occupied building or vehicle. Rule 7.2 recommends $10,000–$60,000 for a Class A felony, $5,000–$30,000 for Class B, $300–$6,000 for a Class A misdemeanor, and $1,000–$7,500 for DUI, and judges may set more or less.
Visiting is on Sunday only, by housing pod: Pod B (men) 1–1:55 p.m., Pod C (men) 2–2:55 p.m., Pod D (men) 3–3:55 p.m., and Pod A (women) 4–4:55 p.m. The sheriff’s rules turn away visitors under 18, anyone without a photo ID showing date of birth, anyone who appears intoxicated, anyone who is out on bail, and anyone released from a jail or prison within the last six months. Dress modestly and call first, since visits are sometimes canceled. No public bus serves Camden, so plan to drive. Shell at 8 Claiborne Street and QV at 51 Highway 41 sell gas, and Hardee’s at 35 Highway 41 and Subway at 2 Camden Bypass are close by.
Send mail to the person’s full name and inmate number, Prince Arnold Detention Center, 240 Highway 265 South, P.O. Box 337, Camden, AL 36726. All mail is inspected, and mail to or from people in other jails or prisons is not allowed. Deposits can be made through CorrectPay online at correctpay.com, by phone at (855) 836-3364, or at the VendEngine kiosk. The sheriff’s office lists Swanson as its commissary provider, with orders processed the same day. Calls go through Securus Technologies at securustech.online, and all calls are recorded.
- Jail (Main): 334-682-4715
- Sheriff: 334-682-4715
The booking process explained for Prince Arnold Detention Center
Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Prince Arnold Detention Center. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.
It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.
The booking steps at Prince Arnold Detention Center include:
- Identification verification.
- Taking mugshots.
- Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
- Possible DNA sample collection.
- A full-body search.
- Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
- Providing a phone call.
To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 334-682-4715.
What are the bail options in Wilcox County after an arrest?
Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Prince Arnold Detention Center in Camden for processing. The next steps vary:
1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 334-682-4715 to confirm the bail amount.
There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.
- A cash bond is posted by paying the whole amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office with cash, a cashier's check or a money order, and many facilities also accept cards at a kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and the jail's line is 334-682-4715.
- Licensed bail bond agencies in Wilcox County can provide assistance.
- Courts in many places accept real property, such as land or a house, as bond collateral when the owner documents clear title and equity of at least the bond amount, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves.
For more information about bail in Wilcox County, Alabama, see the Prince Arnold Detention Center Bail Guide.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Prince Arnold Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
Visiting Hours: Sunday's only
Male Inmates
POD(B) 1:00 p.m. - 1:55 p.m.
POD(C) 2:00 p.m. - 2:55 p.m.
POD(D) 3:00 p.m. - 3:55 p.m.
Female Inmates
POD(A) 4:00 p.m. - 4:55 p.m.
The information below provides complete instructions regarding the Visiting Hours and Visitation Schedule, the Visiting Rules and the Jail Visitation process for the Prince Arnold Detention Center in Camden, Alabama.
Following these instructions exactly will enhance your chances of getting official approval to visit an inmate.
It is highly recommended that prior to an inmate visit at the jail, you first call the jail at 334-682-4715 to confirm that visits have not been cancelled.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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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 Wilcox County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Prince Arnold Detention Center follow these steps:
- Register with correctpay by creating an account.
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- Select Alabama, then select Prince Arnold Detention Center, 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 Prince Arnold Detention Center.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Prince Arnold Detention Center
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Wilcox County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Prince Arnold Detention Center, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Wilcox County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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Prince Arnold Detention Center Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Prince Arnold Detention Center whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Prince Arnold Detention Center 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#
Prince Arnold Detention Center
240 Highway 265 South
P.O. Box 337
Camden, AL 36726
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Prince Arnold Detention Center
240 Highway 265 South
P.O. Box 337
Camden, AL 36726
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 Prince Arnold Detention Center 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 Prince Arnold Detention Center standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Prince Arnold Detention Center whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Prince Arnold Detention Center
240 Highway 265 South
P.O. Box 337
Camden, AL 36726
Prince Arnold Detention Center Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Prince Arnold Detention Center 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 Prince Arnold Detention Center:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Prince Arnold Detention Center
240 Highway 265 South
P.O. Box 337
Camden, AL 36726
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 Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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Purchasing a Prince Arnold Detention Center Inmate Commissary
Prince Arnold Detention Center 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 334-682-4715 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.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Wilcox County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Prince Arnold Detention Center 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 Prince Arnold Detention Center, 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 Prince Arnold Detention Center, or to see how deposit money so that your inmate can purchase their own commissary, check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Wilcox 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 Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Prince Arnold Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Prince Arnold Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 334-682-4715 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Prince Arnold Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Wilcox County: Camden, Pine Apple, Pine Hill and Prattville.