Irwin County Detention Center

Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Irwin County

Irwin County Detention Center

You can call the 1297-bed Irwin County Detention Center 24 hours a day for inmate information at 229-468-4121.

This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Inmates remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is settled.

The inmate search tool provides access to the jail's roster of those in custody.

Individuals sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here. Those sentenced to more than a year are transferred to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page offers detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

Save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Irwin County Detention Center at 229-468-4121 for assistance.

Phone

229-468-4121

Physical address

132 Cotton Drive
Ocilla, GA 31774
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Mailing address (personal mail)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Irwin County Detention Center
132 Cotton Drive
Ocilla, GA 31774

Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)

Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Irwin County Detention Center
132 Cotton Drive
Ocilla, GA 31774

Other Jails and Prisons

To search for an inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center, 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 229-468-4121 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Irwin County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Irwin County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Irwin County Detention Center maintains an average of 1297 offenders in custody on any given day. The Irwin County Detention Center 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 Irwin County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 25,940 offenders.

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The Irwin County Detention Center is an ICE Detention Facility that houses offenders arrested in Irwin County, Georgia.

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Steps involved in booking at Irwin County Detention Center

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Irwin County Detention Center 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 Irwin County Detention Center:

  • 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 Irwin County Detention Center at 229-468-4121.

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How to pay bail in Irwin County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Irwin County Detention Center in Ocilla, 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 229-468-4121 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: 229-468-4121).
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Irwin 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 Irwin County, Georgia, visit the Irwin County Detention Center Bail Page.

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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?

Irwin County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule

132 Cotton Drive
Ocilla, GA 31774
229-468-4121

  • First, you must register an account with jailatm, then add Irwin County Detention Center, then your inmate.
  • Second, you can choose a time to visit.
  • Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
  • All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 1 weeks in advance.
  • CHECK-IN: 10 minutes prior to scheduled visit.
  • Valid picture identification (e.g., driver’s license, State I.D., or Military I.D.) is required at Check-In.
  • Visitors under the age of 17 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized visitor over the age of 18.
  • If a visitor loses internet connection during an offsite video visitation session, no refund will be issued.

ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
MONDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
TUESDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
WEDNESDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
THURSDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
FRIDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM
SATURDAY 10:00AM - 7:30PM


REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
MONDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
TUESDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
WEDNESDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
THURSDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
FRIDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM
SATURDAY 7:30AM - 11:30AM
1:00PM - 4:45PM
6:00PM - 9:00PM

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Irwin County Detention Center by going here.


Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more. 
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Irwin County Detention Center may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Irwin County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Irwin County Detention Center may have 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.

You Can Email Inmate
Irwin County Detention Center may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Irwin County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 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 Irwin County Detention Center?

JailATM Remote Video Visitation

Provider: JailATM

JailATM Video Visitation allows families to conduct scheduled face-to-face video visits with incarcerated loved ones from home. Using an internet-connected personal computer equipped with a webcam or a compatible mobile device, visitors can join live video calls without traveling to the detention center.

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Important: Advance Registration and Visitor Clearance Required

Detention centers do not permit unscheduled or unverified video sessions. Correctional facilities require prospective visitors to submit government-issued photo identification and receive administrative clearance before booking an appointment, an approval process that can take up to 48 hours depending on facility staffing. You should verify your visitor approval status with the facility prior to scheduling. If you do not register well in advance, you will miss your loved one's scheduled visiting window for the week.

Step-by-Step Instructions to Register and Schedule a Video Visit

  • Visit deposits.jailatm.com/webdeposits/ and sign into your account.
  • Register your visitor profile and upload a clear photograph of your government-issued ID (driver's license or passport) for facility background review.
  • Wait for email notification confirming facility visitor approval.
  • Select Video Visitation, choose the detention facility, and select the inmate.
  • Browse the available schedule calendar, select an open time slot, and pay the visitation fee using a credit or debit card.
  • Log into the website 10 minutes prior to the start time on a device with a functioning camera, microphone, and reliable high-speed internet connection.

What the Inmate Needs to Do

The inmate receives a visitation notification on their housing unit JailATM kiosk. At the appointed time, they log in with their PIN and sit before the terminal. Inmates and visitors must strictly observe jail dress and conduct rules; sessions are monitored by staff and will terminate immediately upon any violation.

Official Provider: JailATM Official Website

Customer Service Telephone: 1-877-810-0614

Support Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST

Supported Languages: English and Spanish

Other Services Provided by JailATM

In addition to Remote Video Visitation, JailATM provides several other communication, financial, and commissary services at participating facilities:

  • Inmate Trust & Commissary Money Deposits: Send money directly into an inmate's jail trust account for independent commissary spending.
    • Learn more on our website: Inmate Trust Deposits Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Trust Deposits
  • Commissary Gift Packs & Store Ordering: Order pre-approved snack boxes, food packages, and clothing directly to the jail.
    • Learn more on our website: Commissary Orders Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Store Orders
  • Digital Messaging & Picture Sharing: Send electronic messages and photos directly to an inmate's housing unit kiosk.
    • Learn more on our website: Digital Messaging Guide  |  • Visit official vendor page: JailATM Messaging

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Irwin County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center?

There are three options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Ask the Irwin County Detention Center whether it takes deposits in person or has a Correct Solutions Group kiosk, and where it is.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Irwin County Detention Center uses a private company called Correct Solutions Group 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 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone
Correct Solutions Group will accept deposits over the phone with a debit or credit card. Call 877-618-3516.
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How Do Inmates in Irwin County Detention Center Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Irwin County, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:

  • Irwin County Detention Center uses the services of Correct Solutions Group.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-618-3516. 
  • Services for Irwin County inmates and their families and friends include PIN Debits or depositing money into an inmate's commissary account. Ask Correct Solutions Group which services this jail offers.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Irwin 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 Irwin County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center?

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To receive phone calls from inmates in Irwin County, or to assist them in making phone calls from jail to other people, follow these steps:

  • Irwin County Detention Center uses the services of Correct Solutions Group.
  • Register with them online or call them at 877-618-3516. 
  • Services for Irwin County inmates and their families and friends include PIN Debits or depositing money into an inmate's commissary account. Ask Correct Solutions Group which services this jail offers.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Irwin 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 Irwin County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Irwin County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Irwin County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Irwin County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?

How to Email an Inmate at Irwin County Detention Center

Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Irwin County Detention Center - 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 Irwin County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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Do Inmates in the Irwin County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Irwin County Detention Center now offers Jail ATM Tablet Rentals to their inmates.


Jail ATM is the same company that handles inmate money deposits and other services. Inmates can use their commissary accounty to order these.

The tablets can be rented on a daily basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for many activities.

All inmates receive some free time on the tablets each day. Purchasing a Gold Pass allows inmates access to the tablet for an extended period of time without interruption. The current fee for a 24-hour rental is $4.99, however Irwin County Detention Center may have a monthly rental plan. The tablet should last 5-7 hours on a single charge. An inmate with a Gold Pass, may return the discharged tablet and take another one provided there is still time remaining on the Gold Pass.

Tablet Services:

  • Games – Play tested and approved games.
  • Radio – Stream approved radio stations.
  • Law Library – If your facility has online access to a law library, this can be displayed on the tablet for easy access by the inmates.
  • Library – A large listing of books is found in the online library.
  • Secure Browser – Sites included are up to the discretion of the facility and include options in categories such as Education, Music, Video, Sports, News, as well as Religious and Spiritual sites. Keyboard function is disabled to prevent unauthorized communication via dialogue or comment fields.
  • Email and Messaging – For less than the price of a stamp, inmates can send and receive secure email from friends and family. All messages are archived for future reference and key words may be flagged for investigation.
  • Video Calling 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Irwin County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-468-4121 for further assistance.

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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Irwin County?

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Search for an Inmate or Active Arrest Warrant in Irwin County

The Irwin County Detention Center serves the following cities and towns of Irwin County: Mystic and Ocilla.