Jack T. Bell Detention Center.

You can support your loved ones at Carroll Co Jail on InmateAid, if you have any immediate questions contact the facility directly at 770-830-5935.

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 Carroll Co Jail is a detention center located at 1000 Newnan Rd Carrollton, GA which is operated locally by the Carroll 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. Carroll County accepts inmates from surrounding towns, Carrollton 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 Carroll County Sheriff's Office underwent a significant relocation in October 1979, shifting from downtown Carrollton to 1000 Newnan Rd, accompanied by the establishment of a new jail facility capable of housing 85 inmates. Over time, as Carroll County's population expanded, so did the inmate population, reaching over 300 daily by the late 1990s.

In October 2001, the Carroll County Jail transitioned into the Jack T. Bell Detention Center, a modern facility designed to accommodate 597 inmates. Simultaneously, the original facility was repurposed into a female housing unit, offering 85 beds. In January 2006, to meet the growing demand, an additional 48 beds were installed on the maximum security level of the male housing unit, boosting the total capacity of both facilities to 645 beds.

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 receive all essential basic hygiene items including USPS stamps and writing materials.

Inmates within the Bell Detention Center have the opportunity to participate in work programs, where trustees are assigned to various work details by the Jail Administrator designee based on factors such as minimum security status, sentencing, and disciplinary record. Violations of rules may lead to removal from work programs. Half-time for an inmate, as per the Official Code of Georgia, entails earned time for early release based on good behavior, subject to loss for disciplinary violations.

Upon arrival, inmates receive an interim classification based on factors such as sex and offense status, followed by placement into an Interim Housing Unit. Custody Classification by the approved Classification Officer determines placement into a normal Housing Unit, ensuring safety and security.

Inmates in the general population may partake in voluntary programs like General Equivalency Diploma courses, Substance Abuse, and Alcohol Abuse programs. Participation criteria vary and requests should be submitted in writing to the Activities Director.