You can reach the 84-bed Early County Jail day or night at 229-723-3150 with questions about an inmate.
Everyone arrested in this county, whether for a misdemeanor or a felony, is brought to this facility for booking and processing. When the charges warrant it, they remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial reaches a verdict.
See who is currently in custody by searching the roster with the inmate search tool.
Inmates who are sentenced to less than one year serve their sentence here in the county. Those who get a longer sentence go to the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Everything you need to stay in contact is on this page, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate’s account, send mail, receive phone calls, use voicemail, email and text, rent a tablet, post bail, and order commissary.
The jail ID or booking number is worth saving, since it’s needed for mail and other services. If you can’t find it online, call Early County Jail at 229-723-3150.
Phone: 229-723-3150
Physical Address:
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Early 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 229-723-3150 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Early County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Early County Jail Inmate Search
The Early County Jail maintains an average of 84 offenders in custody on any given day. The Early 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 Early County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,680 offenders.
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The Early County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Early 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 one-story beige metal building is located at the corner of Jesse Johnson Street and E. South Blvd in East South Blvd. in Blakely, Georgia.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 229-723-3150, 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 Early 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 Saturdays and Sundays from 2:00PM and 4:00PM. The day depends on the first initial of the inmate's last name.
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#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
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#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Early County Jail for booking. This process involves verifying identity, assessing charges, and determining whether the person will be released on bail or detained.
It's crucial to remain silent during this process, as any statements could be used in court. Legal counsel should be consulted before making any comments about the arrest.
The booking process at Early County Jail typically involves the following steps:
For details on posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 229-723-3150.
Once booked at Early County Jail in Blakely, the individual has several possible outcomes:
1. Release without posting bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Remaining in custody until their court date.
3. Posting bail or bond for release. For the exact amount, call 229-723-3150.
Several payment methods are available for bail.
For more details on the bail process in Early County, Georgia, visit the Early County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Early County Jail? What is the Schedule?
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
229-723-3150
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 229-723-3150 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY Last Name K-Z |
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| SATURDAY Last Name A-J |
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
Early 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:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Early County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Early County Jail?
Early 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:
Call 877-998-5678 if you have any questions.
iphone app
Google Play app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Early County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Early County Jail?
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
Early 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 Early 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#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
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.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Early County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Early County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Early County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Early County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Early County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Early County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Early 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 Early County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Early County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Ask the Early County Jail whether it accepts postcards, and what size and type, before mailing one. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Early 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#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
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 Early 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 Early County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Ask the Early County Jail whether hardcover books are accepted.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
For inmates receiving mail in the Early 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 Early County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Early County Jail
18610 East South Blvd.
Blakely, GA 39823
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 Early County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Early County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Early County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Early County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Early 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
Early 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.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Early County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Early County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Early County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Early County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Early County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
This product allows inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
Here's how it works:
Cost of Chirping:
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Early County Jail follow these steps:
- Chirping is the product name for inmate texting.
- This product allows Early County inmates to send chirps (texts) to friends and family members.
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Inmate Sales Apps
iphone app
Google Play app
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Early County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Early County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Early County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Early County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
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:
Questions:
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:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Early County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-723-3150 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Early County?
This facility, known as "Early County Jail" is also known as Early County Jail, Georgia, Early.
