Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
Call the 60-bed Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point at 513-946-6610. Staff answer questions about inmates 24 hours a day.
Arrests for misdemeanors and felonies anywhere in this county are brought here. Each person goes through booking and processing, and if the charges warrant it, is held until they bond out, are released on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.
The current inmate roster can be searched using the inmate search tool.
Convictions carrying less than a year are served in this county. Convictions carrying more than a year are served in the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page is your guide to inmate services: the visitation schedule, funding an account, sending letters, phone calls, voicemail, emails and texts, tablets, bail bonds, and commissary.
Save the booking number or jail ID, since you’ll need it to communicate with an inmate. If it’s not online, call Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point at 513-946-6610 to get it.
Inmate Services
Phone
513-946-6610Mailing address (personal mail)
CIO Securus Digital Mail Center – Hamilton County Justice Center-OH
PO BOX 20887
Tampa, FL 33622
Mailing address (legal mail or subscriptions)
Hamilton County Justice Center
900 Sycamore Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, 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 513-946-6610 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Hamilton County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Inmate Search
The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point maintains an average of 60 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 32,640 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessServing the medium security needs of the community, Turning Point is a part of the Hamilton County Jail system. Males who are convicted either for state or federal crimes are housed here while they serve their sentence.
It holds up to 60 inmates at one time, which is the most that is allowed under local regulations. It is made up of one main building with two extensions that provide space for the offices as well as the cell blocks needed for housing. It partakes in the additional programming to support recovery from drug and alcohol abuse and other supports.
Within the jail is a set of video visitation centers so that visitors may attend their 45 minute visits at the jail itself. The Turning Point program is offered to offenders who have been charged and convicted of drug or alcohol related offenses. They are provided with a 30 to 45 day program to treat addiction and to learn new skills and coping strategies to prevent a return to either substance abuse or jail. To begin the program a referral is required, followed by an assessment and then programs are created to help that inmate to become more prepared for employment, provide therapy, and supports to prevent relapse while supporting and preparing inmates for those who will soon be re-entering society.
Visits are permitted during the week remotely from 9am until 8:40pm and Sundays from 11am until 8:40pm.
- Jail (Main): 513-946-6300
- Adult Court: 513-946-5666
- Adult Probation: 513-946-9600
- Arrest Warrants: 513-946-5350
- Booking: 513-946-6100
- Court: 513-946-6010
- District Attorney: 513-946-3000
- Inmate Info: 513-946-6300
- Juvenile Court: 513-946-9200
- Police: 513-765-1212
- Public Defender: 513-946-3700
- Sheriff: 513-946-6400
How is booking conducted at Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point?
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point:
- Verifying identification information.
- Capturing mugshots for record-keeping.
- Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
- Possible DNA collection.
- Physical search for contraband or weapons.
- Securing personal belongings.
- Granting a free phone call.
For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 513-946-6610.
How to post bail for someone arrested in Hamilton County
When an individual is arrested and booked at Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point in Cincinnati, the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 513-946-6610 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
- Cash bonds must be paid in full, either at the jail's bonding window or with the clerk of court, and are accepted as cash, cashier's check or money order; many jails also process cards through a lobby kiosk or online vendor for a fee, so bring the inmate's full name and booking number, and phone the jail at 513-946-6610 if needed.
- You can work with a licensed bail bondsman in Hamilton County.
- Many courts allow a property bond, letting an owner put up land or a home after proving clear title and equity of at least the bond (often double) through a deed and a recent tax or appraisal value, with approval from the court that set bail.
For further information on posting bail in Hamilton County, Ohio, visit the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Bail Information Page.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point? What is the Schedule?
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
INMATE VISITATION SCHEDULE
- Visits are for 15 minutes maximum.
- Only one vist per week allowed.
| DAY | TIME |
| SATURDAY | 3:30PM-5:30PM |
| SUNDAY | 3:30PM-5:30PM |
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
SRemote video visitation is available every day.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
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Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses Securus Video Connect for Remote Inmate Video Visitation.
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses CommissaryDeposit.com 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.
Choice 2 - 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.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
**Call 513-946-6610 first to ask Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point if this option is still available.
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Hamilton County
To deposit money in an Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Ohio
- Choose Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose the amount to send.
- Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Hamilton County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Hamilton County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
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How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Hamilton 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
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Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Inmate Mail Guidelines
Postcards
The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. Anything that cannot be scanned will be returned to sender. This includes, but is not limited to, paper that exceeds 8.5 x 11 inches, all non-paper items and bound items, such as booklets or books. Any persons sending in any original personal documents, civilian pictures, drawings, etc., that wish to have these returned to them must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope included with the original mail.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Securus ID# (Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day) - Hamilton County Justice Center
CIO Securus Digital Mail Center – Hamilton County Justice Center-OH
PO BOX 20887
Tampa, FL 33622
The Securus ID# is comprised of the Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day
- For example, if Inmate John Smith has a control number of 1462233 and was born on July 4, 2000 his Securus ID# is 14622330704.
- Control number and date of birth can be found here: Inmate Search by clicking the “Details” link on the desired inmate.
- The Securus ID# can be found after logging into your Securus account via “Find Contact” under “Securus Debit”.
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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 & Securus ID# (Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day) - Hamilton County Justice Center
Hamilton County Justice Center
900 Sycamore Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, and what can I purchase?
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses the services of CommissaryOrder.com to provide commissary for their inmates.
Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:
- Start here and click ‘PLACE ORDER’
- Choose Ohio
- Choose Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose your items. (scroll down to see the items available)
- Pay for the items.
Commissary Order Fees
In addition to the items you purchase, you will pay a ‘service fee’ for each item selected. The first item you select will cost you a fee of $2.00-3.00, then an additional $0.35 to $0.50 for each item you select after that.
Maximum Amount
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.
Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:
- Clothing - thermals, underwear, bras, shoes.
- Stationary, envelopes, stamps, playing cards, board games
- Toiletries, hygiene, reading glasses, medicated creams, aspirin
- Soda, energy drinks, coffee, packaged meat & fish, soups, cookies, chips, pastries.
Customer Support
- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at Support@CommissaryOrder.com
Inmate Money Deposit Option
If you do NOT want to choose the commissary items for your inmate, but have them decide for themselves, go to CommissaryDeposit.com and send them money direct so they can purchase the items they want.
The fees to send money directly to your inmate are as follows:
$0.01 - $25.00 = $3.25 + 3%
$25.01 - $100 = $4.50 + 3%
$100.01 to $200 = $6.00 + 3%
$200.01 & up = $7.50 + 3%
(NOTE: The maximum allowed deposit is $260.00)
How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Hamilton County
To deposit money in an Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
- Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
- Choose Ohio
- Choose Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
- View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
- Search for, then Select your inmate.
- Choose the amount to send.
- Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Hamilton County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Hamilton County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point using an Online Messaging Service?
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
- Send a text Message - 1 stamp
- Purchase a reply for your inmate - 1 stamp
- Attach up to 5 photos - 1 stamp each photo
- Share up to 5 eCards - 1 stamp each eCard
- Send just a photo with no text - 1 stamp
- Send a 30 second VideoGram - 3 stamps
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
- Reply to your eMessage if you attach a return stamp
- Receive transferred stamps you share with them (no cost to transfer)
- When available, they can purchase their own stamps from their Inmate Debit Account
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
How to Send a Text or Email Message to an Inmate in Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
To send a text or email message to a Hamilton County inmate, do the following:
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Hamilton County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Hamilton County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Hamilton County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point now offers Securus 'SecureView' Tablet Rentals to their inmates.
Securus is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
- Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
- eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
- Job Search - Using JobView, a secure job search application, inmates have the ability to see what jobs are available when they are released.
- Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
- Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
- Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
- Law Library - Legal research with up-to-date case information.
- eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
- Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
- Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
- Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.
Here's how it works:
- Send funds to the inmate and he or she will be able to subscribe and pay at the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point.
Questions:
- By phone - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- By email - tablets@securustech.net
How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate in Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Hamilton County follow these instructions:
- Register here. It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
- Pay for the subscription using Paypal.
- You get charged the 1st of each month.
- You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
- No activation or early termination fees.
- Your Hamilton County inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.
If you have any questions:
- Call - 800-844-6591 or 972-734-1111.
- Email - tablets@securustech.net
For all Hamilton County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6610 for further assistance.
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The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point serves the following cities and towns of Hamilton County: Addyston, Amberley, Amelia, Arlington Heights, Blue Ash, Cheviot, Cincinnati, Cleves, Deer Park, Delhi Hills, Elmwood Place, Evendale, Fairfax, Forest Park, Glendale, Golf Manor, Harrison, Hyde Park, Indian Hill, Loveland, Madeira, Mariemont, Milford, Montgomery, Mount Healthy, Newtown, Norwood, North Bend, North College Hill, Norwood, Reading, Saint Bernard, Sharonville, Silverton, Springdale, Terrace Park, Woodlawn and Woodlawn.