Columbia County NY Jail

County Jail

Last Updated: April 08, 2024
Address
85 Industrial Tract, Hudson, NY 12534
Beds
135
County
Columbia
Phone
518-828-3324

Columbia Co Jail is for County Jail offenders sentenced up to twenty four months.

All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for County - medium facility.

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If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders

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You can support your loved ones at Columbia Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 518-828-3324.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Columbia County NY Jail. From visitation guidelines to contacting jail staff, we're here to support you as you navigate this challenging time. Take a look around and let us help you understand how to best support your family member or friend in custody.

The Columbia Co Jail, located at 85 Industrial Tract in Hudson, NY, is a secure detention center operated by the Columbia County Sheriff's Office. This facility primarily houses individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, typically for less than two years. It accepts inmates from various jurisdictions, including surrounding towns, municipalities, the US Marshal's Service, and the Hudson Police Department.

New detainees are regularly admitted to the jail, with some being released on bail or placed under pretrial services caseloads. Others await their court appearances at the facility, receiving necessary accommodations such as bedding and meals. View all arrest records here.

Inmates serving as trustees within the jail undertake various tasks, including cooking, laundry, and commissary management, often receiving minimal compensation or sentence reduction for their services.

The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in New York. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Columbia County NY Jail.

The second section features the InmateAid Inmate Search tool, providing a user-generated database of inmates. You can access this resource to utilize any of InmateAid's services. If you require assistance in creating an inmate profile to maintain communication, please contact us at aid@inmateaid.com, and we'll gladly help you locate your loved one.

As a last resort, you might have to pay for that information if we do not have it. The Arrest Record Search will cost you a small amount, but their data is the freshest available and for that reason, they charge to access it.

Visitation Information

Columbia County NY Jail - Visitation

Booth Visit Information:

Inmates on good behavior will be entitled to one non-contact (booth) visit per day. The duration of this visit will be 30 minutes.

  • Non-contact (booth) visits will be offered on Monday, Friday and Saturday for adult male inmates.
  • Non-contact (booth) visits will be offered on Tuesday and Thursday for minor male inmates.
  • Non-contact (booth) visits will be offered on Wednesday and Sunday for female inmates.

The times for non-contact (booth) visitation every day will be:

  • 9:30 am to 11:30 am
  • 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm
  • 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
  • 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm

Contact Visit Information:

Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the following times:

  • 1:15 pm to 2:30 pm
  • 3:45 pm to 5:00 pm
  • 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm
  • 7:45 pm to 9:00 pm

Saturday Hours:

  • 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm
  • 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

VISITING RULES AND REGULATIONS:

  • NO CELL PHONES ARE PERMITTED IN THE FACILITY
  • Inmates are entitled to two (2) contact visits per week. Inmate on Good Behavior status will be allowed Booth Visits (no appointment necessary).
  • Inmates will be responsible for letting their visitors know the visiting hours and that all visitors must arrive and check-in 15 minutes prior to the start of the visit. There will be NO EXCEPTIONS to this regulation.
  • Inmates will inform their visitors of the approved listing of items permitted in the Facility.
  • Visiting will be permitted upon the request of an inmate or a prospective visitor with the inmate's consent.
  • A prospective visitor under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a Parent or Legal Guardian or they will not be allowed to visit.
  • Visitors must provide photo identification. Children under the age of 18 must provide a form of ID. (ie; Birth Certificate or Student ID).
  • Inmates will be permitted to visit with two (2) visitors at the same time. Children who can be held on a lap are not counted. Visitors are responsible for the behavior of their children.
  • VISITORS ENTERING THE FACILITY MAY BE SUBJECT TO A SEARCH BY CORRECTION OFFICERS.
  • Visitors will sit where directed by STAFF.
  • A hello and a goodbye kiss are permitted. NO OPEN MOUTH KISSING WILL BE ALLOWED.
  • Visitors will wear proper clothing. The following clothing is deemed inappropriate and will not be allowed during visitation: tube tops, halter tops, bare midriff or back, plunging neckline, short shorts, short skirts, athletic shorts, hooded sweatshirts, bathing suits, bare feet, gloves or excessive jewelry.
  • No tape recordings will be permitted.
  • Inmates will sit on one side of the counter and the visitor on the opposite side.
  • Visitors may leave money for an inmate before their entry or after their visit. (Money Orders only)
  • If there are any misbehavior incidents during contact visits, your visit will be terminated.
  • All contact visits will be scheduled at least 48 hours in advance. Inmates are allowed one (1) name change or time change. It must also be 48 hours in advance.
  • The only items accepted at the window are up to 6 photos (no Polaroid's), unopened puzzles or clothing for trial. All other packages are not permitted in the jail.
  • If you cannot pass through the metal detector you cannot enter the facility.

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