Towns County Jail
Towns County Jail
You can call the 67-bed Towns County Jail 24 hours a day for inmate information at 706-896-5474.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought here for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in this county. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 706-896-5474, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Towns County Jail at 706-896-5474 to get it.
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To search for an inmate in the Towns 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 706-896-5474 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Towns County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Towns County Jail Inmate Search
The Towns County Jail maintains an average of 67 offenders in custody on any given day. The Towns 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 Towns County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,620 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Towns County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Towns 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 two-story grey concrete jail is located in the Toombs County Law Enforcement Center, which they share with the county sheriff. It is located on Highway 339, is also known as Crooked Creek Road in Young Harris, Georgia.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 706-896-5474, 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 Towns 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 change monthly. You will have to check with your inmate for the time and then call the jail at 706-896-5474 to make an appointment. All visits are at the jail... no remote visitation.
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#
Towns County Jail
4070 GA Hwy 339
Young Harris, GA 30582
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#
Towns County Jail
4070 GA Hwy 339
Young Harris, GA 30582
- Jail (Main): 706-896-5474
The booking procedure at Towns County Jail
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Towns County Jail for the booking process, where their identity is confirmed, charges are reviewed, and decisions are made about whether they will be released on bail or detained.
The arrested individual should remain silent during booking, as anything said could be used against them. It’s important to wait for legal representation before answering questions.
The booking process at Towns County Jail includes the following steps:
- Personal identification confirmation.
- Mugshots for record-keeping.
- Answering health-related questions and inquiries about criminal history.
- DNA collection may be required.
- Conducting a thorough body search.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Providing a phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond or bail, contact the facility at 706-896-5474.
How to handle bail after an arrest in Towns County
If someone has been booked at Towns County Jail in Young Harris, their next steps may include:
1. Release without posting bail, provided they agree to attend court.
2. Detainment until their trial.
3. Posting bail or bond to secure release. For the exact amount, call 706-896-5474.
There are a variety of payment methods available for bail.
- The usual way to post a cash bond is to pay the full amount at the jail bonding window or the clerk of court by cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also offer card payment through a lobby kiosk or online bond vendor for a fee, and you should bring the inmate's full name and booking number (call 706-896-5474 for the jail).
- Assistance is available from licensed bail bond companies in Towns County.
- Real property bonds are accepted in many courts: an owner may offer land or a home after showing clear title and equity of at least the bond, often double, with a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves it.
For a full guide to the bail process in Towns County, Georgia, visit the Towns County Jail Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Towns County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Towns County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
4070 State Highway 339
Young Harris, GA 30582
706-896-5474
- Visits are 30 minutes.
- You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
- The inmate visitation schedule changes each month. The actual visitation times depend on the inmate and their housing location.
- Call 706-896-5474 and get your inmate's times.
- Inmates are allowed two visits 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 MAY NOT BE IN EFFECT - ALWAYS CALL 706-896-5474 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY |
1:00PM- 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 1:00PM- 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 1:00PM- 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 1:00PM- 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 1:00PM- 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 1:00PM- 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 1:00PM- 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Towns County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Towns County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Towns County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Towns County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Towns County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Towns County Jail?
How Do Inmates in Towns County Jail Make Phone Calls?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Towns County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
- Towns County Jail uses the services of a company named Inmate Sales.
- Register with them online or call them at 877-998-5678.
- Agents are available M-F from 8:00 AM - 12:00 midnight EST, Saturdays from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM, and speak both English & Spanish.
- Services for Towns County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Towns 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 Towns County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Towns County Jail, and what can I send them?
Towns County Jail Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?
For inmates receiving mail in the Towns 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 Towns County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Towns County Jail
4070 GA Hwy 339
Young Harris, GA 30582
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 Towns County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Towns County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Towns County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Towns County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Towns County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Towns County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Towns County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-896-5474 for further assistance.
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Nearby counties
The Towns County Jail serves the following cities and towns of Towns County: Hiawassee and Young Harris.