Forsyth County Jail
Forsyth County Jail
Staff at the 608-bed Forsyth County Jail can be reached 24 hours a day for inmate information at 770-781-2226.
After an arrest for a misdemeanor or felony in this county, the person is brought here for booking and processing. What happens next depends on the charges: they may be bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until the end of their trial.
Check the inmate search tool to see the current list of people in custody.
Inmates who receive a sentence of less than one year stay at this jail to serve it. Those who receive longer sentences are moved to the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the jail roster, getting directions, and using services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
Hang on to the inmate’s booking or jail ID number; it’s often required to send mail or messages. If you can’t find it online, call Forsyth County Jail at 770-781-2226.
Inmate Services
Phone
770-781-2226Mailing address (personal mail)
JailATM.com – Forsyth County Jail, GA
925-B Peachtree St, NE – Box 2062
Atlanta, GA 30309
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Forsyth County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 770-781-2226 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Forsyth County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Forsyth County Jail Inmate Search
The Forsyth County Jail maintains an average of 608 offenders in custody on any given day. The Forsyth County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Forsyth County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 13,440 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 608-bed Forsyth County Law Enforcement Detention Center in Forsyth County, also known as the Forsyth County Jail, has a bed capacity of 608 inmates. The Forsyth County Detention Center in Georgia is located at 202 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Cumming, Georgia 30040.
The phone number for the facility is 770-781-2226.
Inmate visitation rules and other information can be found on below. Visitation at the Forsyth County Detention Center in Georgia is conducted by video, both on-site and remotely, every day of the week and at a schdule that is detailed below, but basically during the following times:
12:00 AM - 6:30 AM
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:59 PM
Each inmate is allowed 5 visits per week, each limited to 29 minutes. Visitors must be on the Forsyth County approved list and follow the dress code. The jail is a smoke-free environment and inmates can be visited based on their housing unit with visiting hours varying by day.
The Forsyth County Jail in Cumming, Georgia has a number of issues, including vacancies in detention officers and overcrowding. This has led to inhumane conditions for inmates, as well as security and crowding issues for both inmates and employees.
Inmates can be searched by name or primary charge on the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Inmate Locator page. The jail is equipped with a state-of-the-art locking system and closed circuit cameras covering every area where inmates are located. The facility houses both male and female inmates.
You will find answers to all of your questions regarding bail, mail, emailing an inmate, sending them money, buying them snacks and hygeine products, getting phone calls from them, visitation and even a gallery of photos by scrolling down and reviewing all the information compiled.
- Forsyth County Jail: 770-781-2226
- Adult Probation: 770-781-2170
- Arrest Warrants: 770-781-3073
- Cumming Police Jail: 770-781-2000
- District Attorney: 770-781-2125
- Forsyth County Court Clerk: 770-781-2120
- Forsyth Drug Court: 678-455-4780
- Forsyth DUI Court: 678-513-5954
- Forsyth Felony Court: 770-205-4660
- Forsyth Magistrate Court: 770-781-2211
- Forsyth Misdemeanor Court: 770-781-2130
- Juvenile: 770-535-5465
- Juvenile Court: 770-781-3099
- Juvenile Probation: 770-781-6804
- Police Tips: 770-888-7308
- Public Defender: 678-513-5959
- Sheriff - Day Phone: 770-781-2222
- Sheriff - Night Phone: 770-781-3087
- Visitation: 770-781-2222
Steps involved in booking at Forsyth County Jail
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Forsyth County Jail for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Forsyth County Jail:
- Identification confirmation.
- Photographs (mugshots).
- Answering questions regarding health and criminal background.
- Potential DNA collection.
- Conducting a physical search.
- Seizing personal property.
- Providing a free phone call.
For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Forsyth County Jail at 770-781-2226.
How to pay bail in Forsyth County for an arrestee
Once an individual is booked at Forsyth County Jail in Cumming, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 770-781-2226 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
- Bring the full cash bond to the jail's bonding window or the clerk of court and pay by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also take debit or credit cards for a fee through a lobby kiosk or an online bond vendor, and staff will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail: 770-781-2226).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Forsyth County can assist with the process.
- An owner can often pledge land or a home as bond collateral by proving clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently double the bond, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail must approve the property before release.
For more details on the bail process in Forsyth County, Georgia, visit the Forsyth County Jail Bail Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Forsyth County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Forsyth County Jail on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule
202 Veterans Memorial Blvd.
Cumming, GA 30040
770-781-2226
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
- All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
- On Site video visitation is available at no cost.
- A video visit lasts 20 minutes.
- Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
- All rules set forth for non-contact visitation shall be adhered to when using the video visitation system.
- Any lewd, profane or inappropriate behavior shall result in loss of video visitation privileges for the visitor and/or inmate.
- Each inmate is permitted a maximum of three on site visitors per session.
- Visitation sign-up is limited and on a first-come first serve basis.
- Visitors are encouraged to go online and reserve a visitation time. Purchased visitation minutes are not transferable.
- An adult must accompany all visitors who are under 17 years of age. Children must be monitored at all times.
- Visitors are not allowed to bring any personal belongings with them into the visitation area other than their picture ID and/or a set of keys unless otherwise allowed by the jail.
ON SITE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 6:00PM |
Forsyth County Jail Remote Inmate Video Visitation
- First, you must register with Inmate Sales, and then schedule a visit.
- Each inmate is allowed an unlimited amount of visits per day. Remote visitation is $0.20 per minute.
- Remote Visits are $0.20 per minute.
REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| MONDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 6:00AM - 11:00PM |
Forsyth County Jail uses the services of Inmate Sales, also known as Combined Public Communication (CPC) for visitation communication between inmates and their friends and family members.
In order to have a successful video visit, these are the steps to follow:
- Make sure you have a device a speaker, a camera and a connection to the internet.
- Register with Inmate Sales.
- Find Forsyth County Jail
- Select 'New Purchase'
- Choose this facility and a product ('Remote' or 'Onsite' Visit)
- Enter your personal information and purchase minutes.
- Schedule a visit.
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
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Forsyth County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
202 Veterans Memorial Blvd.
Cumming, GA 30040
770-781-2226
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
- On-site Visits are free.
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- Visitation schedule subject to change.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an on-site video session.
- All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| MONDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| TUESDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| THURSDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| FRIDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| SATURDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
Forsyth County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
- All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
- Visits are $5.95 for 30 minutes.
- Visitation Schedule subject to change.
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| MONDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| TUESDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| THURSDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| FRIDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
| SATURDAY | 12:00 AM - 6:30 AM 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM 7:30 PM - 11:59 PM |
Attorneys have access to their clients during the following times:
12:00 AM - 6:30 AM
7:30 AM - 6:30 PM
7:30 PM - 11:59 PM
- Inmates cannot be seen during mealtimes, lockdowns and emergency situations.
- Attorneys may call 770-781-2226 for appointments.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Forsyth County Jail?
There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Forsyth County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company 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. Call the Forsyth County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the payee the jail names (check with the jail first) and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order. Never mail cash or a personal check.
Inmate's Full Name & ID #
Forsyth County Jail
202 Veterans Memorial Blvd.
Cumming, GA 30040
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Forsyth County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Forsyth County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Forsyth County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Georgia, then choose Forsyth County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate.
- Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Forsyth County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
- If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Forsyth County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Forsyth County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Forsyth County Jail?
How Do Inmates in Forsyth County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Forsyth County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Forsyth County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Forsyth County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Forsyth County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, 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 Forsyth County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Forsyth County Jail, and what can I send them?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Forsyth County Jail, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Forsyth County Jail
Search for JailATM services for Forsyth County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Forsyth County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Forsyth County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
Send Gift Packs
Forsyth County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Forsyth County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Forsyth County Jail follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Georgia, then choose Forsyth County Jail
- Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
- Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
- Select the products you want shipped to them at Forsyth County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Forsyth County at any one time.
- If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Forsyth County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Forsyth County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Forsyth County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
How to Email an Inmate at Forsyth County Jail
Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Forsyth County Jail - Sending and Receiving Messages.
How It Works:
Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.
To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Forsyth County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Forsyth County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture.
- Job Search - Inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
Forsyth County Jail now offers Inmate Sales Tablets to their inmates.
Inmate Sales also handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting (they call it chirping) and digital letters.
The tablets are not directly connected to the internet, and inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
Questions:
- By phone - 877-998-5678
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Forsyth County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-781-2226 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Forsyth County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Forsyth County: Cumming.

