Bibb County GA Jail

County Jail

Last Updated: July 01, 2024
Address
668 Oglethorpe St, Macon, GA 31202-1917
Beds
1092
County
Bibb
Phone
478-621-5666
Fax
478-621-5681
Mailing Address
PO Box 1917 , Macon, GA 31202-1917

Bibb 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.

The phone carrier is Securus Tech®, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.

If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is McDaniel Supply Company. There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.

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 Bibb Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 478-621-5666.

When someone you care about gets locked up, it's tough to figure out all the ins and outs of jail life. From sending mail to visiting, there are a lot of things to sort out. And getting info about the arrest? Not always easy. That's where this webpage comes in handy. It's here to help you get a handle on how things work here so that you can stay connected and support your loved one behind bars.

The Bibb Co Jail is a detention center located at 668 Oglethorpe St Macon, GA which is operated locally by the Bibb County Sheriff's Office and holds inmates awaiting trial or sentencing or both. Most of the sentenced inmates are here for less than two years. Bibb County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Macon Police Department, and the US Marshal's Service.

New detainees arrive at the jail regularly, with some being released on bail, placed under pretrial services caseloads, supervised by probation agencies, or released on recognizance with a court appearance agreement. Those who are not released await their court appearances at the jail, receiving accommodations including bedding and meals. You can see all the arrest records for Georgia here.

The Bibb County Corrections Unit currently houses over 900 inmates, an expansion from its original capacity of 585 in 2007 to accommodate the growing population of the city and county. Staffed by over 140 employees, the facility is equipped with a fully operational infirmary managed by three full-time nurses, two part-time nurses, and a part-time physician, providing comprehensive medical care within the institution.

The facility operates a fully equipped kitchen where meals are prepared by inmates under the supervision of jail staff. Additionally, supervised inmates are responsible for building maintenance, laundry, and cleaning, ensuring the smooth functioning of the facility's daily operations.

The Bibb County Jail incarcerates both male and female inmates aged 17 and older, who have been charged or convicted of misdemeanor or felony crimes. Sentences for these inmates range from one year to life without parole. Inmates sentenced to more than one year serve their time in state or federal facilities.

The operational objective of the Bibb County Jail is to maintain a safe and secure environment for pretrial detainees while providing for their basic needs, including food, clothing, shelter, mental health care, and medical care. The facility ensures the security of the jail from escapes and supervises inmates' daily activities such as feeding, cleaning, court appearances, medical appointments, visitations, library access, religious services, and outside recreation. Additional responsibilities include preparing and transporting inmates to court, facilitating attorney and court official visits, and transporting inmates to and from various jails and prisons throughout the state. Officers receive proper and current training, and the facility provides backup to other divisions within the department and assists the community during emergencies.

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.

Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. The Jail enforces this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at only $8.00.

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office Detention Center serves as a Work Release and Community Service Center with approximately 192 beds. These are divided between the work release program and the community service program. The work release program allows detainees to continue working in the private sector, enabling them to pay fines, make restitution, and support their families, reducing the financial burden on taxpayers. In contrast, the community service section assigns detainees to perform court-ordered community service hours, saving the city and county over $500,000 annually in jobs that would otherwise require contracting out.

The Detention Center is managed by a Major, Captain, Senior Lieutenant, Junior Lieutenant, Sergeant, twenty-one Deputies, and four Bailiffs. The center’s objectives include continually improving operations by adopting effective and proven methods for maintaining a facility of its size, staying informed about existing laws about corrections, providing and maintaining current equipment and safety devices, and efficiently working with the judicial system and various local, state, and federal agencies. The facility also aims to offer a secure and efficient environment for visitors and court officials conducting business at the center.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in Georgia. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Bibb County GA 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

The County Jail provides on-site and online visitation options to help inmates maintain contact with family and friends.

On-Site Visitation Hours

  • Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Thursday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Sunday: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM
  • Holidays - call for available times and reserve yours as these days are the busiest times of the year

Visitors must follow the dress code and behavior guidelines whether they are visiting here or from their computer/smartphone. Violations may result in the termination of the visit.

Online Video Visitation
Online visits can be scheduled in advance, allowing remote connection from home or work. Visitors must set up an account and adhere to dress and behavior guidelines. Visits cost a minimum of $0.25 per minute and are monitored for security.

General Information
Visitation hours and policies are subject to change. Call the facility at 478-621-5666 for updates. For more information and to set up an online visitation account.

Ask The Inmate

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