Muscogee County Correctional Institution
Muscogee County Correctional Institution
If you need information on an inmate, the 575-bed Muscogee County Correctional Institution is available 24 hours a day at 706-641-5800.
Law enforcement brings people arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county to this facility for booking and processing. If the charges require it, they remain here until they are bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or ordered held until their trial is decided.
Check the inmate search tool for a roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Inmates who are convicted and sentenced to under a year stay here. Those with longer sentences are sent to the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page walks you through searching the official roster, calling the facility at 706-641-5800, getting directions, and using inmate services such as visitation, account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text, tablet rentals, bail, and commissary.
Make a note of the inmate’s booking number or jail ID, since mail and other services often require it. If it isn’t online, call Muscogee County Correctional Institution at 706-641-5800.
Inmate Services
Phone
706-641-5800Mailing address (personal mail)
(The ID# corresponds to whether the inmate is a state or county inmate)
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution, 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 706-641-5800 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Muscogee County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Muscogee County Correctional Institution Inmate Search
The Muscogee County Correctional Institution maintains an average of 575 offenders in custody on any given day. The Muscogee County Correctional Institution 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 Muscogee County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 34,680 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessMuscogee County State Prison and Correctional Institution in Columbus, Georgia has a capacity of 575 inmates. All have been sentenced and are doing their time, however approximately 25 of these are county inmates, the remainder are state inmates.
Each day the Muscogee County Correctional Institution dispatches 425 inmates for outside details, and 150 inmates remain inside the facility, providing services and maintenance of city property. The outside details add to the city's workforce in maintaining infrastructures and providing services.
Replacing these 425 inmates with regular city employees at G2 pay scale plus benefits would cost the Columbus Consolidated Government $10,251,000 annually, saving taxpayers a substantial amount of money.
The Muscogee County Prison and Correctional Institution is located at 7175 Sacerdote Lane in Columbus, Georgia and can be reached by calling 706-641-5800. The prison is spread out over a large acreage with two pods with twelve dormitories, each with 48 beds. There is also twenty Isolation/Segregation cells, and two medical cells. It is considered both a minimum security and medium security lockup.
Some of the programs available at this facility are a General Education Diploma, Literacy education, Stress Management, Self-Growth, AA/NA, Substance Abuse Education, various Worship Services, Bible Study, and the following vocational training: Food Service, Building Maintenance, Laundry Services, and Auto Repair.
For answers to all of your questions regarding visitation, schedules, phone, mailing and sending money and commissary, check out the appropriate sections below, or call the facility at 706-641-5800.
- Muscogee County Jail: 706-653-4258
- Adult Probation: 706-653-4285
- Bail: 706-653-4258
- Booking: 706-653-4258
- Columbus Municipal Court: 706-653-4378
- Columbus Police: 706-653-3231
- District Attorney: 706-653-4336
- Georgia Parole Dates: 404-656-5651
- Inmate Info: 706-653-4258
- Juvenile Court: 706-653-4290
- Juvenile Drug Court: 706-653-4436
- Most Wanted Tip Line: 706-225-4235
- Muscogee County Prison: 706-653-4974
- Muscogee Crime Stoppers: 706-653-3188
- Public Defender: 706-653-4301
- Recorder's Court: 706-653-4256
- Sheriff: 706-653-4225
- Solicitor General: 706-653-4327
- State Court: 706-653-4327
- Superior Court: 706-653-4000
- Victims Help: 706-653-4426
Understanding the booking process at Muscogee County Correctional Institution
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Muscogee County Correctional Institution 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 Muscogee County Correctional Institution:
- 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 706-641-5800.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution? What is the Schedule?
Muscogee County Correctional Institution Inmate Visitation Schedule & Instructions
7175 Sacerdote Lane
Columbus, GA 31908
706-641-5800
- Visiting hours are Saturday - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, or
- Sunday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (not both)
- Visitors may bring $20.00 each in Quarters
- Dress appropriately
INSTRUCTIONS
- FILL OUT THIS APPLICATION FIRST
- Then send the completed application to:
Muscogee County Correctional Institution
7175 SACERDOTE LANE
COLUMBUS, GA 31908
How to Schedule a Visit with an inmate at the Muscogee County Correctional Institution
- After you get approval... (An email will be sent from gdcvisitationnoreply@gdc.ga.gov once your request for visitation has been approved)
- You need to register and schedule an appointment online.
- Family members will be allowed to schedule one (1) session for each day of visitation
- Visits will be no more than two (2) hours in length
- Four (4) approved visitors will be allowed and must visit at the same time
- Children of all ages may attend visitation
- All visitors must be on the offenders approved visitation list
- VISITATION FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS << click here
- Visitation Policies.
- CANCELLATION - If you scheduled a visit and need to cancel use this form to do so.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Muscogee County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-641-5800 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution?
Muscogee County Correctional Institution uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account.
You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender.
- Online payments
- Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
- MoneyGram
- If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
Walmart
7-11
CVS Pharmacy
You will need:
Inmate's Correctional ID number and last name
The facility name or receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.
5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
Inmate Name and Inmate ID#
6. Lobby Kiosk
You can use a debit or credit card in the lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.
Rates to Send Money to an Inmate
Online
$ 0.00 - 20.00 > $4.95
$ 20.01 - 100.00 > $7.95
$ 100.01 - 200.00 > $9.95
$ 200.01 - 300.00 > $11.95
$ 300.01 - 5000.00 > $11.95
By Phone
$ 0.00 - 20.00 > $5.95
$ 20.01 - 100.00 > $8.95
$ 100.01 - 200.00 > $10.95
$ 200.01 - 300.00 > $12.95
$ 300.01 - 5000.00 > $12.95
How to Send Money to an Inmate in Muscogee County
To send commissary money to an inmate in Muscogee County Correctional Institution follow these steps:
Muscogee County Correctional Institution uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account.
You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender in Muscogee County.
- Online payments
- Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
- MoneyGram
- If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
Walmart
7-11
CVS Pharmacy
You will need:
The Muscogee County Inmate's Correctional ID number and their last name
Muscogee County Correctional Institution or the receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.
5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
Inmate Name and Inmate ID#
Muscogee County Correctional Institution address.
6. Lobby Kiosk
You can use a debit or credit card in the jail lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.
For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Muscogee County Correctional Institution.
Rates to Send Money to an Inmate
Online
$ 0.00 - 20.00 > $4.95
$ 20.01 - 100.00 > $7.95
$ 100.01 - 200.00 > $9.95
$ 200.01 - 300.00 > $11.95
$ 300.01 - 5000.00 > $11.95
By Phone
$ 0.00 - 20.00 > $5.95
$ 20.01 - 100.00 > $8.95
$ 100.01 - 200.00 > $10.95
$ 200.01 - 300.00 > $12.95
$ 300.01 - 5000.00 > $12.95
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Muscogee County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-641-5800 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution?
How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Muscogee County Correctional Institution
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Muscogee County do the following:
1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.
2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose Muscogee County Correctional Institution, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.
To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Muscogee County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Muscogee County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-641-5800 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution, and what can I send them?
Muscogee County Correctional Institution Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Muscogee County Correctional Institution'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 Muscogee County Correctional Institution 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 & State or County ID#
(The ID# corresponds to whether the inmate is a state or county inmate)
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & State or County ID#
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
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 Muscogee County Correctional Institution'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 Muscogee County Correctional Institution standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & State or County ID#
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
Muscogee County Correctional Institution Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
Check the Muscogee County Correctional Institution's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Muscogee County Correctional Institution also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & State or County ID#
(The ID# corresponds to whether the inmate is a state or county inmate)
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & State or County ID#
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
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 Muscogee County Correctional Institution'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 Muscogee County Correctional Institution standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & State or County ID#
Muscogee County Prison
P.O. Box 84041
Columbus, GA 31908-4041
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Muscogee County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-641-5800 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution, and what can I purchase?
The Georgia Department of Corrections has negotiated exclusive pricing and direct shipments of personal, hygeine, clothing, food and recreation items for inmates in the Muscogee County Correctional Institution.
The company is called Union Supply Direct of Georgia
To order, you must be on the inmate's approved visitor list.
Ways to Order
- Credit and debit cards accepted are Visa, Mastercard and Discover.
- You can place an order over the phone by calling: 562-361-5719, or call toll-free: 855-247-0563.
- Place a fax order using the number: 1-310-603-1188.
- Customer Service email.
- Place an order by mail at:
- Union Supply Direct
Department 421
P.O. Box 9018
Rancho Dominquez, California 90224-9018
or
GA Property & Quarterly Package Program
c/o Union Supply Direct
Dept. 421, P.O. Box 619059
Dallas, TX 75261-9059
Some of the items are as follows:
Food
- Coffee, Tea, Drink mixes
- Snacks (cookies, cakes)
- Meat products
- Seafood products
- Rice, Noodles
- Candy
- Health food
- Cereals
- Kosher items
Clothing
- Sweatshirts
- Socks
- T-shirts
- Underwear
- Caps
- Shoes
- Slippers
Games
- Dominoes
- Playing Cards
Personal
- Glasses
- Jewelry
- Watches
- Religious items
- Stationary supplies
- Cups, Bowls
- Towels
Hygeine
- Cosmetics
- Skin Care
- Hair Care
- Tooth Care
There is a $2.95 shipping and handling charge for all orders. These charges are non-refundable for all orders.
GDC has set a maximum spending limit for State Prisons* and ITFs of $100 per offender or 15 lbs. per package (based on which limit is reached first) and $50 per offender or 7 lbs. per package (based on which limit is reached first) for Probation Detention Centers. Multiple orders will be consolidated into one package not to exceed these limits.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Muscogee County Correctional Institution’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-641-5800 for further assistance.
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⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Muscogee County?
The Muscogee County Correctional Institution serves the following cities and towns of Muscogee County: Columbus.