Inmate Search FAQ

1. How can I search for an inmate in Fulton County Jail?

• You can search for an inmate by name or booking ID using the lobby kiosk at the Fulton County Jail or by visiting the Fulton County Jail website.

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2. How can I make a phone call to an inmate in Fulton County Jail?

• Friends and family members can set up phone accounts by calling or visiting Securus Technologies website.

3. What is the maximum amount I can deposit into an inmate’s account at Fulton County Jail?

• The maximum deposit is $200 per week per inmate or cardholder.

4. What methods of payment are accepted for bail at the Fulton County Jail?

• Cash, cashier’s checks, and postal money orders are the only accepted methods of payment for bail.

5. Can I send personal mail to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• Effective February 1, 2020, the Fulton County Jail no longer accepts personal mail.

6. How can I send money to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• You can send money using US Postal money orders, lobby kiosk, smartdeposit.com or by phone.

7. Can I visit an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• Yes, you can visit an inmate at Fulton County Jail. However, you must schedule a visit in advance and follow the Fulton County Jail Dress Code.

8. What is the Fulton County Jail Dress Code for visitors?

• Visitors are not allowed to wear revealing clothing, sleeveless shirts, shorts, mini skirts or dresses, or tight-fitting clothing.

9. Can I send care packages to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• No, care packages are not allowed to be sent to inmates at Fulton County Jail.

10. Can I send photographs to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• Yes, you can send photographs to an inmate at Fulton County Jail. The photographs must be 4” X 6” or smaller, and the inmate’s name and SO number must be written on the back of each photograph.

11. What type of postcards are acceptable to send to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• Acceptable postcards should be written in BLUE or BLACK INK ONLY, white in color, and should not have any defacing or altered marks.

12. Can I send letters to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• Yes, you can send letters to an inmate at Fulton County Jail. The letters should be written in BLUE or BLACK INK ONLY.

13. Can I send legal mail to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• Yes, legal mail will be accepted and opened in the presence of the inmate.

14. How long does it take for the property release request to be processed at Fulton County Jail?

• The property release request usually takes 48 hours to process.

15. How can I release inmate property at Fulton County Jail?

• Inmate property can be released to family or friends after an inmate completes a property release form specifying the intended recipient. A government issued photo ID is required to receive the property.

16. How long does it take for an arrestee to see a judge in Fulton County?

• All arrestees who do not bond out of jail will routinely appear before a judge within 24 hours after arrest.

17. Can an arrestee be released on their own recognizance in Fulton County?

• In misdemeanor cases, the judge may accept a guilty plea and release the arrestee on his own recognizance or time served.

18. What happens if an arrestee is arrested on a weekend in Fulton County?

• If arrested on Saturday or Sunday, the arrestee will see the judge on Monday.

19. What is the procedure for sending money orders to an inmate at Fulton County Jail?

• The money order must be a U.S. Postal money order and should be made payable to the inmate. The envelope must be clearly marked “INMATE ACCOUNTING” and should include the inmate’s cell location and SO number.
• What is the procedure for making a deposit using the lobby kiosk at Fulton County Jail?

• To make a deposit using the lobby kiosk, you need to bring cash only (cash fee $4.00), your credit or debit card (currently unavailable), and the inmate’s name, booking number, and facility location.

21. What is the procedure for making a deposit using the smartdeposit.com website?

• To make a deposit using the smartdeposit.com website, you need the inmate’s SO number and fees start at $2.95.

22. Can an inmate make local calls from a tablet in Fulton County Jail?

• Yes, inmates who purchase tablets from Securus are allowed to make local calls from this device as long as money is in their account.

23. How long does it take for Booking to receive the results from first appearance in Fulton County?

• Booking receives the results from first appearance around 4:00pm each day from the Clerk of Courts.

24. What documents are required to receive a refund for cash bonds at Fulton County Courthouse?

• The final court disposition from the case and the receipt are required. Only the person who paid the bond along with their identification will be permitted to retrieve a refund.

25. Where can I find information about an arrestee’s charge(s) and bond in Fulton County?

• Information about an arrestee’s charge(s) and bond is available by clicking the Arrest Inquiry Link on the Fulton County Jail website, calling (404) 613-2002 or (404) 662-3516, or visiting the Main Jail Front Desk, located in the lobby of the Main Jail, 901 Rice Street NW Atlanta Georgia 30318.