Dodge County Jail
Dodge County Jail
Whether it’s the middle of the night or the middle of the day, the 160-bed Dodge County Jail can be reached for inmate information at 478-559-1130.
Misdemeanor and felony arrests from across the county all come through this jail for booking and processing. If the charges warrant detention, the person stays until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until a verdict is reached at trial.
Current inmates are listed in the roster available through the inmate search tool.
Sentenced to under a year? The time is served here in the county. Sentenced to more? The inmate goes to the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page shows how to search the official jail roster, how to find the facility, and how to use inmate services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary.
Hold on to the inmate’s jail ID or booking number, since mail and messaging usually require it. If it’s not online, call Dodge County Jail at 478-559-1130.
Inmate Services
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Dodge 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 478-559-1130 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Dodge County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Dodge County Jail Inmate Search
The Dodge County Jail maintains an average of 160 offenders in custody on any given day. The Dodge 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 Dodge County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,200 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 160-bed Dodge County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Dodge County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
The jail is located in the Dodge County Law Enforcement Center, a single stoy brick and metal building at the end of Guard Line, just off of Industrial Blvd in Eastman, Georgia. It shares the complex with the county sheriff.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 478-559-1130, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Dodge County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Visiting days and times are Wednesdays and Sundays. You must be on the inmate's visitor list and must get an application from the jail and be approved before visiting.
Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
- Jail (Main): 478-559-1130
- Sheriff: 478-559-1130
How does the booking process work at Dodge County Jail?
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Dodge County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Dodge County Jail typically includes the following steps:
- Verifying identity.
- Taking a mugshot.
- Answering questions regarding medical, mental health, and substance use history.
- DNA collection, if required.
- Conducting a thorough search.
- Confiscating personal belongings.
- Providing a free phone call.
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 478-559-1130.
What is the process to pay bail for someone detained in Dodge County?
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Dodge County Jail in Eastman for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 478-559-1130 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
- To post a cash bond, pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk's office by cash, cashier's check or money order; many facilities also accept cards at a lobby kiosk or through an online bond vendor for a fee, and you will need the inmate's full name and booking number (jail phone: 478-559-1130).
- A licensed bail bondsman in Dodge County can assist with payment.
- Real property such as land or a house is accepted as collateral by many courts, provided the owner proves clear title and equity worth at least the bond, frequently twice the bond, with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value; the court that set bail signs off on it.
For more information on the bail process in Dodge County, Georgia, visit the Dodge County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Dodge County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Dodge County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
478-559-1130
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- Potential visitors must submit an application to be considered for approval. Approval takes several days. Forms available at jail.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 478-559-1130 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
- Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
- A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
- Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
- Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 478-559-1130 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| WEDNESDAY | 5:00pm – 5:30pm |
| SATURDAY | 10:00am – 10:30am |
Visiting an Inmate at the Dodge County Jail
Dodge County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the Dodge County Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
Visiting an Inmate at the Dodge County Jail
Dodge County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate with video.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- Then you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- Then you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- The Dodge County Jail requires you upload a copy of your ID and a selfie.
For more information, including dress codes, rules and guidelines, visiting hours and more, check out our Visitation Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dodge County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Dodge County Jail?
Dodge County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
- To start a video visit, the inmate will need to send the initial invite for the visit.
- After your inmate sends the invite you will receive a text to your phone notifying you of this request.
- At that point you should set up an account on the website www.paytelconnect.com.
- If you already have an account, you will need to access your account from the website www.paytelconnect.com or Pay Tel Connect™.
- You will then need to agree to the terms of use and accept the iinmate as a contact.
- Lastly, you will nned to send in a picture of your state ID and selfie.
- Once the Dodge County Jail approves your photos, your inmate can send you a request for a visit or you can set up a visit yourself.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dodge County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Dodge 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
Dodge 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 Dodge 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 & Inmate ID#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
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 Dodge County
To deposit money online for an inmate in Dodge County Jail follow these steps:
- Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Dodge County.
- After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
- Choose Georgia, then choose Dodge 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 Dodge 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 Dodge County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Dodge County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dodge County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
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How Do Inmates in Dodge County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Dodge County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
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Register here,
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contact them online, or
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call 800-729-8355 if you want to speak to an agent.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Dodge County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental 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 Dodge County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Dodge County Jail, and what can I send them?
Dodge County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Ask the Dodge County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Dodge County Jail 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#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
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 Dodge County Jail 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 Dodge County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Dodge County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
Dodge County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Dodge County Jail 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 Dodge County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dodge County Jail
85 Industrial Blvd.
Eastman, GA 31023
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 Dodge County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Dodge County Jail, and what can I purchase?
JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Dodge County Jail
Search for JailATM services for Dodge County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Dodge County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Dodge 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
Dodge 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 Dodge County
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Dodge County Jail follow these steps:
- Go to JailATM, choose Georgia, then choose Dodge 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 Dodge County Jail, and then input your payment method.
- NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Dodge 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 Dodge County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Dodge County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dodge County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Dodge County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
inteleMESSAGE by Pay Tel is a service in which Dodge County inmates can use tablets to send messages to any friend or family member that has set up an on-line prepaid or direct bill account with Pay Tel.
How inteleMESSAGE Works
- The Dodge County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
- Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
- When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Dodge County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
- An on-line prepaid or direct bill account is required to use messaging.
- You must visit the Pay Tel website, login to your account, and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link in order to send or check for messages. You will not be notified of messages by any other method.
- All messages are subject to monitoring and review and should never be used for privileged attorney-inmate communications.
- If a message is rejected for any reason, the sender’s account will be automatically credited for the cost of the message.
- Free messages which are rejected will not be refunded or restored.
Cost to send messages
- The sender of the message is charged $.50 per message. Rates are subject to change.
- For friends and family outside of a facility, this amount is deducted from the prepaid account balance or charged to your direct bill account.
- For inmates, the amount is charged to the inmate and deducted from the inmate’s debit account.
- There is no charge to read a message that was sent to you.
Paytel App Download
Check to see if Tablets are Available in Dodge County Jail for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.
How to Send a Secure Email Message to an Inmate in Dodge County
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Dodge County Jail follow these steps:
How inteleMESSAGE Works
- The Dodge County Jail inmate must contact you first in order to activate messaging for your account.
- Once an inmate has messaged you, you are then able to visit the Pay Tel website, log in, read and respond to his or her messages.
- When you log in and follow the inteleMESSAGE™ link, you will be asked if you want to accept messages from your Dodge County inmate. If you accept, you will then be able to read any inmate message that has been sent to you.
For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Dodge County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Dodge County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dodge County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Dodge County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Paytel Tablets can be rented by inmates housed in the Dodge County Jail for a small monthly fee.
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
- Phone Calls
- Messages (email / texts)
- Educational applications
- Entertainment (movies, games, television, music)
- Dodge County Jail information (rules, guidelines, visitation schedules, etc.)
- Legal research
- Medical requests
- Programs (anger management, drug recovery, job skills, parenting, etc.)
Contact Paytel online, or call the Dodge County Jail directly at 478-559-1130 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:
Tablets Rentals Offer Great Solutions for Inmates at the Dodge County Jail
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Dodge County? Read the following:
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
- Phone Calls
- Messages (email / texts)
- Educational applications and Entertainment
- Legal Research
- and much more!
Contact Paytel online, or call the Dodge County Jail directly at 478-559-1130 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Dodge County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Dodge County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-559-1130 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Dodge County?
Nearby counties
This facility, known as "Dodge County Jail" is also known as Dodge County Jail, Georgia, Dodge.