Cobb County Work Release
Cobb County Work Release
The 385-bed Cobb County Work Release offers inmate information over the phone 24 hours a day at 770-499-4340.
This facility is the first stop for people arrested in the county on misdemeanor and felony charges. Everyone goes through booking and processing, and those who are held stay until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or until their trial is finished.
You can search for current inmates using the inmate search tool.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year serve out their time at this jail. Inmates sentenced to longer terms are transferred to the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page tells you how to search the official jail roster, reach the facility, and use services like visitation, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary.
The inmate’s jail ID or booking number is required for many services, so save it. If it’s not online, call Cobb County Work Release at 770-499-4340.
Inmate Services
Phone
770-499-4340Mailing address (personal mail)
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
Work Release
P.O. Box 100110
Marietta, GA 30061
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Cobb County Work Release, 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 770-499-4340 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Cobb County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Cobb County Work Release Inmate Search
The Cobb County Work Release maintains an average of 385 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cobb County Work Release 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 Cobb County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 70,440 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCobb County Work Release is located in the same complex in Cobb County as the Adult Detention Center.
This allows inmates access to the same mail program and address at:
Inmate's Full Name & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
... and phone programs, and allow 30 minute visits that are booked online, or scheduled by contacting the location at 770-499-4340 or in the lobby. Visits may occur between 9am and 7pm every day of the week, and all visits are video.
The complex that houses the Cobb County Work Release covers several acres of land and consists of 3 long, sprawling white buildings and the tower that combine to reach a top capacity of over 3,000 inmates.
Those in the work program will be assigned to work crews and they will be able to leave the campus as well as to do work on the grounds, or they may be attending college courses full time and be able to attend during the day. These are only for those who are sentenced to a short period for non-violent crimes and who are not at high risk of flight or re-offense.
Each inmate in the program must qualify for it in a several step process that includes a thorough background check, they must have a job or be in classes including training classes, and meet all other requirements. They are housed in a smaller area on the grounds, in minimum security, and may have their clothing and shoes that are required for work as well as their inmate clothing.
- Jail (Main): 770-499-4340
- Bail: 770-499-4255
- Booking: 770-499-4200
- Cobb County Criminal Court: 770-528-1246
- Cobb County Jail - Visitation: 770-852-3798
- District Attorney: 770-528-3080
- Inmate Info: 770-499-4200
- Juvenile Court: 770-528-2220
- Magistrate Court: 770-528-8900
- Police: 770-794-5300
- Probation - Felonies: 770-528-6620
- Probation - Misdemeanors: 770-528-1795
- State Court: 770-528-1259
- Superior Court: 770-528-1300
- Victims Help: 770-528-3080
Understanding the booking process at Cobb County Work Release
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Cobb County Work Release where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Cobb County Work Release:
- Personal identification verification.
- Taking photographs (mugshots).
- Medical and mental health assessment, as well as inquiries about substance use.
- Possibly collecting DNA samples.
- Performing a full-body search.
- Seizing personal belongings for safekeeping.
- Allowing one phone call.
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 770-499-4340.
Paying bail for someone in custody in Cobb County
Once someone is booked at Cobb County Work Release in Marietta after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 770-499-4340 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
- The full cash bond is paid at the jail's bonding window or at the clerk of court using cash, a cashier's check or a money order, while many jails add a card option at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond service for a fee; bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and call the jail at 770-499-4340 with questions.
- A licensed bail bond agent in Cobb County can help cover bail.
- Many courts take real estate as security for a bond; the property owner must show clear title plus equity at least equal to the bond, often twice it, backed by a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set the bail gives final approval.
For detailed information about the bail process in Cobb County, Georgia, see the Cobb County Work Release Bail FAQ.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Cobb County Work Release? What is the Schedule?
Cobb County Work Release Inmate Visitation Schedule
1825 County Services Parkway
Marietta, GA 30008
770-499-4340
- In order to visit you must first apply and register with GTL
- You can also register at the self-serve kiosk located at the Visitation Center.
- You can also bypass the online/kiosk pre-registration step and register in person on Monday, Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 09:00 am to 12:00 pm, and from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
- Once registration is complete, you can schedule your visit either online at GTL Visit Me/ 24 hours a day / 7 days a week, or using the self-serve kiosk located at the Visitation Center 24 hours a day/7 days a week.
- Visits have to scheduled at least 24 hours in advance, but no more than 7 days in advance.
- You (those over 18) must have a valid government issued photo ID to both register, and to visit.
- Only one visit per week.
- Up to TWO visitors may be scheduled for each visit. (subject to change).
- Individuals 17 years of age and under shall be accompanied by an adult.
- Visits are scheduled each hour, on the hour and are 30 minutes long.
- Late check in is allowed until 15 minutes past the hour; however, the visit will not be extended due to a late arrival. A visit will be forfeited if check in occurs more than 15 minutes after the scheduled visit.
- Dress appropriately... as if you are meeting someone's grandmother for the first time.
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | No Visits |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 7:00PM |
Cobb County Work Release offers Video Visitation for Inmates using the Services of GTL, aka ViaPath Techologies
In order to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL you need to first register with GTL.
Next Steps:
- Register yourself and all visitors.
- Select Cobb County Work Release
- Select your inmate.
- Schedule your preferred time for the visit.
For at-home video visits: Sign in to the visitation scheduling site 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit. Test your connection, and follow the steps to start your visit.
For on-site video visits: Arrive at the facility at least 15 minutes prior to check-in. A valid photo ID is required.
All your questions can be answered after you register, at the Frequently Asked Questions page, or call 855-208-7349 during the following hours:
6AM – 4PM MST Monday – Friday, or
7AM – 4PM MST Saturday – Sunday
Costs for Visits are subject to change but generally run less than $10.00 for a 30 minute visit.
Payment can be made with Visa, Mastercard debit, credit or gift cards.
How to Arrange Video Visitation with Cobb County Work Release Inmates
Follow these instructions to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL.
- Register yourself and all visitors.
- Select Cobb County Work Release
- Select your inmate.
- Schedule your preferred time for the visit.
For all the information you need to know regarding scheduling, cost, rules, tips and guidelines of inmate visits at the Cobb County Work Release, check out our Visit Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
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Cobb County Work Release offers Video Visitation for Inmates using the Services of GTL, aka ViaPath Techologies
In order to schedule and then visit an inmate using GTL you need to first register with GTL.
Next Steps:
- Register yourself and all visitors.
- Select Cobb County Work Release
- Select your inmate.
- Schedule your preferred time for the visit.
For at-home video visits: Sign in to the visitation scheduling site 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit. Test your connection, and follow the steps to start your visit.
For on-site video visits: Arrive at the facility at least 15 minutes prior to check-in. A valid photo ID is required.
All your questions can be answered after you register, at the Frequently Asked Questions page, or call 855-208-7349 during the following hours:
6AM – 4PM MST Monday – Friday, or
7AM – 4PM MST Saturday – Sunday
Costs for Visits are subject to change but generally run less than $10.00 for a 30 minute visit.
Payment can be made with Visa, Mastercard debit, credit or gift cards.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Cobb County Work Release?
There are five choices for putting money on an inmate's books that can be used for communication services:
1. Commissary money in the form of a money order may be mailed to:
AdvancePay Service Department
P.O. Box 911722
Denver, CO 80291-1722
2. You may use cash or credit/debit cards at any time by using the kiosk located in the front lobby. The fee for the use of the ATM is generally $1.50 per transaction for cash and 10% fee for credit/debit cards.
3. Commissary money can also be added to an inmates account at any time using any of these methods online.
4. Cash deposits to ConnectNetwork are now available at 26,000 retail locations nationwide including Walmart, ACE, Kmart, Kroger, and more. You’ll start the payment process online in your ConnectNetwork account, then complete your transaction with cash at a participating local retail store. Plus, many of these stores are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Find a retail store near you.
5. You can call customer service 24/7 at 877-650-4249 and get instructions for depositing money over the phone using a debit or credit card.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
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How Do You Communicate with an Inmate in the Cobb County Work Release by Phone
Follow these instructions on how to open an account with GTL Connect Network (aka Viapath Technologies)
- Advance Pay - This phone account allows you to prepay so that your inmate can call you (and only you) whenever he/she wants and the cost of each call is deducted from your balance. You can even be notified by text when your balance gets low. You still have the option of accepting or rejecting each call.
- Pin Debit - This option allows you to fund an inmate's commissary account and lets him pay for phone calls to you and others with the money. You will have no control over who your inmate calls.
- Voicemail - You can leave a secure voicemail without having to contact the facility. When you call the local phone number for a facility offering Inmate Voicemail (call Customer Service at 877-650-4249 to get the local voicemail number for Cobb County Work Release, you will be informed of the cost for leaving a message. To leave your message, simply select the inmate by ID number. Then, record your voicemail.
For full instructions on the Cobb County Work Release 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.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
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Cobb County Work Release Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Cobb County Work Release's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Cobb County Work Release 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 & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
Work Release
P.O. Box 100110
Marietta, GA 30061
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Cobb County Work Release's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Cobb County Work Release standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
Work Release
P.O. Box 100110
Marietta, GA 30061
Cobb County Work Release Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Cobb County Work Release's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Cobb County Work Release also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
PO Box 247
Phoenix, MD 21131
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
Work Release
P.O. Box 100110
Marietta, GA 30061
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Cobb County Work Release's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Cobb County Work Release standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & SOID#
Cobb County Adult Detention Center
Work Release
P.O. Box 100110
Marietta, GA 30061
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Cobb County Work Release, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Cobb County Work Release using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Cobb County Work Release have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Cobb County Work Release either allows, or may soon be allowing inmates access to tablets to use for the services provided by GTL (aka Viapath Technologies)
Follow the instructions below to get a tablet for your inmate at Cobb County Work Release
The devices are similar to common handheld tablets, but are made exclusively by GTL and Viapath.
Tablets offer specialized content and services for inmates to use during their stay at Cobb County Work Release, such as:
- Music
- Books
- Games
- Education
- News
- Radio
- Television
- Read mail and messages
- Video visits
Free services are already available for use on the device at Cobb County Work Release.
Subscription services are funded separately by family and friends with deposits made into an inmate’s Debit Link account.
Cobb County Work Release Inmates will then be able to purchase subscription services and premium content to enjoy.
What It Costs
To estimate costs for tablets and other services such as phone calls, sign in to your account and click “Rate & Fees Calculator” in the footer (bottom of the page), but the following gives you a general idea.
Game Center:
30-Day Subscription: $4.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($5.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($3.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($2.49)
Unlimited eBooks:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $1.00 service infrastructure charge ($2.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($1.74)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.49, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
Streaming Music:
Thirty-Day Subscription: $8.99, with an additional $16.00 service infrastructure charge ($24.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $5.99, with an additional $9.00 service infrastructure charge ($14.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $2.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($7.99)
Newsfeed
Thirty-Day Subscription: $3.99, with an additional $6.00 service infrastructure charge ($9.99)
Fourteen-Day Subscription: $1.99, with an additional $5.00 service infrastructure charge ($6.99)
Seven-Day Subscription: $0.99, with an additional $3.00 service infrastructure charge ($3.99)
Same Day Subscription Services
Game Center: $0.99, with an additional $0.50 service infrastructure charge ($1.49)
Unlimited eBooks: $0.25, (Total = 0.25)
Newsfeed: $0.24, with an additional $0.75 service infrastructure charge ($0.99)
FM Radio: $0.24, with an additional $0.25 service infrastructure charge ($0.49)
All Subscription and message credit pricing is subject to state and local taxes.
Replacement Components - should your inmate break it...
Tablet: $249.99 per each
Charger: $8.99 per each
Earbuds: $2.99 per each
How to use a Tablet to Access Services at Cobb County Work Release
To find out how to get access to a tablet for an inmate read the following:
1. First, Register or Sign In to GTL / Viapath Services.
2. In the top menu, click on 'Services', then on 'Inmate Devices & Content'.
3. All inmates have free access to the tablets to read their letters from family & friends, but there are many other services available to keep your inmate busy while incarcerated... such as Games, Books, Music and Movies. These other services come with fees that you can pay for when you pay for phone service.
To learn more about Tablet Rentals for inmates, including the cost, all the services available and everything else you need to know, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cobb County Work Release’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 770-499-4340 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Cobb County Work Release serves the following cities and towns of Cobb County: Acworth, Austell, Kennesaw, Marietta, Powder Springs and Smyrna.