Newton County Jail

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Newton County Jail Information

Newton County Jail is a 82-bed facility based in Decatur, Newton County, Mississippi. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 601-635-2101.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.

The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.

Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the Mississippi State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.

This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.

Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Newton County Jail at 601-635-2101 for assistance.

Phone: 601-635-2101

Physical Address:
300 Access Road
Decatur, MS 39327

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327

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How Do You Find Someone in the Newton County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Newton 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 601-635-2101 for the information you are looking for.

Newton County Jail Inmate Search

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Newton County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

The Newton County Jail maintains an average of 82 offenders in custody on any given day. The Newton 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 Newton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 10,980 offenders.

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About the Newton County Jail

The Newton County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Newton 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 single story, white concrete and steel facility, surrounded by barbed wire, is located at the end of Access Rd, off of Bill Bailey, which is off of MS-15 in Decatur, Mississippi. It shares the building with the county sheriff.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 601-635-2101, 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 Newton 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 made online.

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#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327

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#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

Steps involved in booking at Newton County Jail

After an arrest, the individual is brought to Newton County Jail 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 Newton County Jail:

  • 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.

Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Newton County Jail at 601-635-2101.

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Directions / Map to the Newton County Jail
Inmate Bail and Bonding

How to pay bail in Newton County for an arrestee

Once an individual is booked at Newton County Jail in Decatur, 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 601-635-2101 for the bail amount.

Bail can be paid through various methods.

  • Cash, money orders, or credit cards are accepted for payment.
  • A licensed bail bondsman in Newton County can assist with the process.
  • Property located in the county may be used as bail collateral.

For more details on the bail process in Newton County, Mississippi, visit the Newton County Jail Bail Page.

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Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Newton County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Newton County Jail Inmate Visitation Schedule

300 Access Road
Decatur, MS 39327
601-635-2101

  • First, you must register an account with Correct Pay, then add Newton County Jail, then your inmate.
  • Second, you can choose a time to visit.
  • You can also schedule an appointment on the jail visitation kiosk.
  • Offsite Video Visits can be done on Android, IOS (Apple) or Windows devices.
  • Inmates will be allowed one 20-minute onsite visit per week.
  • The number of visitors is limited to three (any combination of adult/children). 
  • There is no charge for the Onsite Video Visits.
  • Offsite Video Visits cost $7.60 for 20 minutes.
  • All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 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 VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIME
SUNDAY No on site visits
MONDAY 12:00noon to 3:50PM
TUESDAY 9:00AM to 10:00AM
12:00noon to 3:50PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00AM to 10:00AM
12:00noon to 3:50PM
THURSDAY 9:00AM to 10:00AM
12:00noon to 3:50PM
FRIDAY 9:00AM to 10:00AM
​​​​​​​12:00noon to 3:50PM
SATURDAY 9:00AM to 10:00AM
​​​​​​​12:00noon to 3:50PM


REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

DAY TIMES
SUNDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM
MONDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM
TUESDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM
WEDNESDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM
THURSDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM
FRIDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM
SATURDAY 12:00noon to 10:20PM

Newton County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.


You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Newton County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Newton County Jail?

Newton County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.

You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Newton County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

correctpay.com Help
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Newton County Jail?

You can deposit money four different ways:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Newton County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Newton County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Mississippi, then select Newton County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send money to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to send, and input your payment method.
  • You can deposit money four ways:
  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Newton County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account, what the fees are, how long it takes to hit their account and more, check out our full money and commissary guide for Newton County Jail.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Newton County Jail?

How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Newton County Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Newton County follow these instructions:

Newton County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose Mississippi.
  • Choose Newton County Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Newton County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. Mississippi to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. Mississippi to Mississippi) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Newton County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, 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 Newton County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Newton County Jail, and what can I send them?

Newton County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Newton County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.

Envelopes
The Newton 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#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327



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
The Newton County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Newton County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327

Newton County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Newton County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature.

Envelopes
The Newton County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.

Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327



Legal Mail

Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327



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
The Newton County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Newton County Jail standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.


All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Newton County Jail
P.O. Box 395
Decatur, MS 39327

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Newton County Jail, and what can I purchase?

Newton County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase Commissary and/or Gift Packs from this jail’s commissary service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

correctpay Contact, Help and FAQ

24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Newton County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Newton County Jail uses the services of jailfunds.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Newton County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Go directly here to start the process to send a message

Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

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How to Send a Secure Email or Text Message to an Inmate in Newton County

To send a secure email message and digital photos to an inmate in Newton County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Mississippi, then select Newton County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court... So be careful what you write.
  • Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
    Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
    Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Newton County Jail and send them photos, check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Newton County. 
24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Newton County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Newton 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 Newton County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 601-635-2101 for further assistance.

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Are there photos of the Newton County Jail? What does it look like?
Other Jails in Newton County

What are the other City and County Jails in Newton County?

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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Search for an Inmate in Newton County

This facility, known as "Newton County Jail" is also known as Newton County Jail, Mississippi, Newton.