Burlington County NJ Detention Center

County Jail

Last Updated: September 13, 2024
Address
54 Grant St, Mt. Holly, NJ 08060
Beds
600
County
Burlington
Phone
609-265-5979
Fax
609-265-5804
Email
lartis@co.burlington.nj.us
Mailing Address
PO Box 6000, Mount Holly, NJ 08060

Burlington 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 Global Tel Link (GTL) - ConnectNetwork, 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 AccessCorrections 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

Satellite View of Burlington County NJ Detention Center

You can support your loved ones at Burlington Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 609-265-5979.

When someone you care about gets arrested, it can be overwhelming. This webpage aims to ease your concerns by providing information about Burlington County NJ Detention Center. 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 Burlington Co Jail, located at 54 Grant St in Mt. Holly, NJ, is a secure detention center operated by the Burlington 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 Mt. Holly 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.

Individuals who do not post bail within the first twenty-four hours are required to appear before a judge. During this first appearance, conducted either in person or via telephone, the judge informs the arrested person of the charges against them and sets the bond amount.

Following the intake process, which includes property inventory, medical screening, and booking, inmates are assigned to the general population. Housing assignments are based on the classification of their charges, whether felony or misdemeanor, to ensure proper management and safety within the facility.

After processing, inmates are assigned to a housing area based on classification. Compliance with jail rules typically results in a lower classification and more privileges, while rule violations or additional charges lead to a higher classification and fewer privileges. 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 is designed with "pods," featuring a large common area with affixed tables and attached seats, and individual cells typically on two levels. Inmates spend certain times in their cells and other times congregating in the pod for activities like playing cards, games, reading, or watching television. Movement outside the pod, such as trips to the commissary, library, or recreation area, occurs under the constant supervision of unarmed correctional officers. The environment in the county jail is considered less stressful than that of a prison because the sentences are much shorter.

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.

Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can sometimes reduce sentences. Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, there may be increased spending limits. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee. Indigent inmates are provided with all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmate Locator

To utilize the Inmate Search page on InmateAid, begin by selecting the relevant prison facility in New Jersey. This allows you to view the current list of inmates housed at Burlington County NJ Detention Center.

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

Visiting Rules and Schedule

Non-Contact Booth Visits - Burlington County Detention Facility offers non-contact visits on weekdays. What day the inmate is allowed to take visitors is determined by the first letter of the inmate's last name. Medically Housed inmates have visitation on Fridays.

  • A - L last names are allowed non-contact visitors on Monday and Wednesday.
  • M - Z last names are allowed non-contact visitors on Tuesday and Thursday.

These weekday non-contact booth visits happen during the following hours.

  • 9:30-11:30 a.m. | 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3:30-5:30 p.m. | 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Medically housed inmate Visiting is from 9:30-11:30 a.m. every Friday.

Contact Visits - The Burlington County Detention Facility offers contact visits during the weekend. The last name of the inmate determines whether the inmate will be taking visitors on Saturday or Sunday. For Saturday and Sunday visits, the doors will open at 10:30 a.m. and sign up for visiting sessions.

During Saturday there are 3 sessions and inmate's with last names beginning with A - L are allowed visitors.

  • 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m.

During Sunday there are 3 sessions and inmate's with last names beginning with M - Z are allowed visitors.

  • 11:30 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 3:30 p.m.

VISITING/CALLING - NO ONE UNDER THE AGE OF 18 YEARS SHALL BE ALLOWED TO VISIT UNLESS THE INMATE IS THE PARENT OF THE CHILD AND ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.

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