Brown County Detention Center

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Brown County Detention Center

You can call the 150-bed Brown County Detention Center 24 hours a day for inmate information at 937-378-4435.

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 Ohio 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 Brown County Detention Center at 937-378-4435 for assistance.

Phone: 937-378-4435

Physical Address:
750 Mt. Orab Pike
Georgetown, OH 45121

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Brown County Detention Center
750 Mt. Orab Pike
Georgetown, OH 45121

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Brown County Detention Center
750 Mt. Orab Pike
Georgetown, OH 45121

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How Do You Find Someone in the Brown County Detention Center?

To search for an inmate in the Brown 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 937-378-4435 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Brown County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.

Brown County Detention Center Inmate Search

The Brown County Detention Center maintains an average of 150 offenders in custody on any given day. The Brown 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 Brown County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 4,200 offenders.

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About the Brown County Detention Center

The Brown County Detention Center houses inmates on all charges, and those who are awaiting trial, from Brown County.

Inmates are allowed to make outgoing phone calls if they have money in their account and can purchase items from the commissary if friends or family have added funds to their account either through the kiosk in the lobby or through the online ATM program listed on the website.

It is a minimum security jail that houses 165 beds for those who are awaiting their preliminary trial, and on average it sees 282 people booked and processed each month.

Along with other programs it offers rehabilitation services for those who will be reintegrating into society. Inmates can be located through the online search tool and visitation can be requested after you have been added to the approved visitor list.

Calling the jail directly will also offer this information. If a friend or family member is being held at the facility the mobile app can be accessed through the Google Playstore or Apple App Store to receive updates on the happenings at the jail and updates on inmates.

Both mail and phone calls are available in addition to visitation, though both phone calls and visitation hours are limited.

Block A visits are Friday, B on Weednesday, C on Saturday, and D on Sunday, with the hours being between 8am and 8pm each day.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Brown County Detention Center

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Brown County Detention Center for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.

It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.

The following steps make up the booking process at Brown County Detention Center:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Brown County Detention Center at 937-378-4435.

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Directions / Map to the Brown County Detention Center
Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Brown County

After being arrested and booked into Brown County Detention Center in Georgetown, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:

1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 937-378-4435 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash bonds are paid in full at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order, and many jails let you pay by card at a lobby kiosk or with an online bond vendor for a fee; have the inmate's full name and booking number when you go, and the jail is at 937-378-4435.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Brown County can facilitate the process.
  • Many courts accept a home or land as collateral for bond, as long as the owner proves clear title and equity at least equal to the bond amount (often twice it) with a deed and a current tax or appraisal value, and the court that set bail approves the pledge.

To get more information on the bail process in Brown County, Ohio, visit the Brown County Detention Center Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Brown County Detention Center Inmate Visitation Schedule

All inmates have a set visitation time according to their cell assignment.

Inmates assigned to "A" Block will have visitation on Friday.  

Inmates on "B" Block and temporary holding will have visitation on Wednesday.  

Inmates on "C" Block will have visitation on Saturday.  

Inmates on "D" Block will have visitation on Sunday.  

On site video visitation is available between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM on the assigned days.

​Offsite video visitation is available between 8:00 AM and 11:00 PM everyday.

Brown County Detention Center uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.

Register and/or log in here:

VISITATION RULES

  • Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
  • Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
  • All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
  • Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
  • In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
  • Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and  is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

  • If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
  • If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
  • If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
  • $0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
  • Free for onsite video visitation.
  • There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
  • No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brown County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 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 Brown County Detention Center?

Brown County Detention Center uses the services of Visitel for their Remote Video Visitation between inmates and their friends and family members.
Register and/or log in here:


VISITATION RULES

  • Each inmate is allowed only one visit per day.
  • Proper attire is required. No low-cut blouses, tank tops, short skirts or dresses, tight shorts, hats or any other form of provocative dress will be allowed. Shirt and shoes must be worn.
  • All visitors must provide proper state or government issued photo identification (i.e. driver’s license, foreign id or passports) for inmate visitation.
  • Visitation is limited to two adults and two children only.
  • In-house video visitation is available at no cost. A video visit last 15 minutes, therefore visitors will be allowed two video visits per day. Visitors may only use this system on the inmates assigned visitation day, whenever the inmates have free time.
  • Off-site video visitation is available through http://secure.visitel.us for a fee. Off-site video visitation can be accessed from your home computer or cell phone and  is unlimited, however it will only be accessed during the inmates free time.

Transaction Fees

  • If paying through an Automated IVR System: $6.95 per transaction
  • If paying through the Customer Portal Website: $3.95 per transaction
  • If paying with the assistance of a live operator: $6.95 per transaction
  • $0.50 a minute for remote video visitation
  • Free for onsite video visitation.
  • There is a $25.00 minimum for the first deposit.
  • No refunds can be given for remote video visitation visits

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brown County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

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

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
Brown County Detention Center 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 Brown County Detention Center 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#
Brown County Detention Center
750 Mt. Orab Pike
Georgetown, OH 45121


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.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Brown County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Brown County Detention Center follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, the deposit service used for inmates at Brown County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Ohio, then choose Brown County Detention Center
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Brown County Detention Center, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: JailATM's support page lists a deposit limit of $300 a week per inmate and says the limit can be different at each facility.
  • If you need to phone JailATM customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Brown County Detention Center, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Brown County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brown County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

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

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

  • Brown County Detention Center 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 Brown County inmates and their families and friends include: Collect Calling, PIN Debit, Purchasing Calling Cards, Deposits, Messaging & Video Visitation.

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For all the information regarding phone calls with Brown 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 Brown County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Brown 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 Brown County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Brown 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 Brown County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brown County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Brown County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 937-378-4435 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Brown County

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

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Other Jails Nearby

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

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