Gilchrist County Jail

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Gilchrist County Jail Information

The Gilchrist County Jail is a 75 bed jail in the city of Trenton, Gilchrist County, Florida.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 352-463-3490, directions to the facility, and inmate services such as the visitation schedule and policies, funding an inmate's account, mailing them a letter, receiving phone calls from an inmate, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond instructions, and commissary purchases.

Phone: 352-463-3490

Physical Address:
9239 S US Hwy 129
Trenton, FL 32693

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Gilchrist County Jail
9239 S US Hwy 129
Trenton, FL 32693

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How Do You Find Someone in the Gilchrist County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail, review their criminal charges, the amount of their bond, when they can get visits, or even view their mugshot, go to the Official Jail Inmate Roster, or call the jail at 352-463-3490 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Arrests Warrants for Gilchrist County and the entire state of Florida, as well as Gilchrist County Criminal Court Cases and Courts for each county in the state of Florida.

Gilchrist County Jail Inmate Search

The Gilchrist County Jail maintains an average of 75 offenders in custody on any given day. The Gilchrist County Jail has a monthly turnover of 40% of their inmate population, another 30% turnover every 90 days, another 20% every six months, and approximately 10% stay incarcerated between six and twelve months. Every year Gilchrist County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,360 offenders.

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About the Gilchrist County Jail
The Gilchrist County Jail in Trenton, Florida has a capacity of 128 beds and houses around 157 inmates. It is supervised by 6 staff members and has an average of 299 bookings per month. The jail houses about 96 female inmates. The address and contact number for the Gilchrist County Jail in Trenton, Florida is 9239 U.S. 129, Trenton, FL 32693 and 352-463-3410 respectively. Inmates can be searched for online, visitation rules are available, and information on booking, visiting, calls, and sending money to inmates is provided. The jail also has an inmate roster. Inmates at the Gilchrist County Jail in Florida are allowed two 45-minute onsite video visits per week, which must be scheduled in advance. Visitation hours are from 7:30 am to 9:00 pm on weekdays and 7:30 am to 2:30 pm on weekends. Inmates can also receive calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling 352-463-3490. The Gilchrist County Jail in Florida recently experienced an inmate escape, with the individual being apprehended within three hours of the incident. The jail has also been subject to other issues, such as a former deputy being arrested for forgery and fraud, and the Sheriff's Office inviting chilly fugitives to book a warm stay in jail. Recently, a couple bought the Old Gilchrist County Jail to transform it into a museum that tells stories of formerly incarcerated residents and sheds light on the poor conditions they endured. The Old Gilchrist County Jail in Trenton, Florida is unique due to its reputation for paranormal activity. It opened in 1928 and closed in 1968, and comprises 6 different jails throughout the county. It is located on 17 acres of land in metropolitan Trenton.
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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Gilchrist County Jail?

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Gilchrist County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 352-463-3490.

There may be an automated method of looking them up by their name over the phone, or you may be directed to speak to someone at the jail. Sometimes the jail staff may ask you the offender’s date of birth to ensure privacy of the offender’s status.

Keep in mind that after an arrest, the information on an offender may not be publicly available for several hours.

If you don’t want to check up on an offender by calling the jail, you can also try looking up people recently booked online.

Gilchrist County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Gilchrist County?

After being arrested and taken into custody, and after being read their Miranda Rights, an offender will next be transported to the local police or department or the Sheriff’s Department in Gilchrist County for booking.

Booking is very involved and requires multiple steps in the process, however, keep in mind that most attorneys will advise that an offender remain silent and not offer any additional information about the crime they have been arrested for because anything they do say may be recorded and may very well be used against them in court.

What is the booking process like at the Gilchrist County Jail?

Booking includes having their photo (mugshot) and fingerprints taken, as well as being asked a lot of questions about their personal history and state of mind. If it’s a serious felony, their DNA may also be taken. They will also be checked for warrants in Gilchrist County and other Florida and USA jurisdictions.

If the offender was arrested for a DUI offense, and has refused a breathalyzer test, they may also be forced to have blood drawn by a doctor or nurse.

It is also very likely that the offender will undergo a humiliating full body search while in the nude. This includes bending over, spreading their cheeks in the direction of an officer, and coughing. They will also be walked through a metal detector or x-ray machine, like those used at an airport.

What kind of questions are asked during booking?

The arresting jurisdiction will ask about gang affiliations, tattoos, medical conditions, prescribed medication they are taking, recreational drugs they are on or addicted to, allergies, if they are suicidal, and other relevant information that will help with determining their cell assignment and special needs.

What happens to an offender’s personal property during booking?

During the arrest and booking process an offender will also have all their personal property confiscated and held for either their release from jail, or with the offender’s approval, released to a friend or family member.

Personal property includes the clothing they are wearing, money, wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry, body rings, earrings, watches, and even glasses if they are deemed a security risk. If they are allowed to keep their shoes or sneakers, the laces are removed.

What happens after booking?

At this point the offender will be allowed to make a free phone call to a person of their choice to notify them of their arrest, and/or arrange a bond or bail for their release.

If the offender is being detained and housed while awaiting arraignment, the Gilchrist County Jail will provide a jail garment and slip-on shoes, a blanket, sheets, soap, toothbrush, toothpaste, and a towel.

Often, before they are dressed in the jail outfit and brought to their housing location, they will be forced to take a shower and undergo a disinfectant treatment for body and hair lice, scabies or other pests that may be residing on their person.

How long does the Gilchrist County Jail Booking process take?

Booking can take anywhere from an hour to 24 hours or more. It all depends on the number of people that are awaiting processing, the number of staff on duty at the time, and the behavior of the offender.

If the offender is heavily intoxicated and/or violent, the Booking Officer may decide to stick the offender in a holding cell for several hours until they become more manageable.

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Directions / Map to the Gilchrist County Jail
Inmate Visitation

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail? What is the Schedule?

Gilchrist County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

9239 S US Hwy 129
Trenton, FL 32693
352-463-3490

Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 20-30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed two visits per week
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY No video sessions
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
SATURDAY No video sessions

Gilchrist County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM

Gilchrist County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.


You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Gilchrist County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Gilchrist County Jail ON-SITE (at the jail) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE
9239 S US Hwy 129
Trenton, FL 32693
352-463-3490

Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC

  • On-site Visits are free.
  • Visits are 20-30 minutes.
  • Visitation schedule subject to change.
  • Inmates are allowed two visits per week
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per an On-site video session. A 3rd guest is allowed if it is a child and no more than 6 years old.
  • All visits must be made at least 24 hours in advance.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY No video sessions
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 12:00PM
SATURDAY No video sessions

Gilchrist County Jail REMOTE (at home) VIDEO VISITATION SCHEDULE

  • All visits must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Visitation Schedule subject to change.
DAY TIME
SUNDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
MONDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
TUESDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
WEDNESDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
THURSDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM
SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 8:30PM

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail?

Gilchrist County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to schedule and visit your inmate via remote video visitation.

You can ‘video visit’ your inmate one of three ways:

  • Visit from your home computer.
  • Visit from the correctpay VendEngine Kiosk in the jail lobby.
  • Visit by using the JailFunds iphone or Android app

Go here to begin the process to schedule a visit.

What is the cost to do remote video visitation?
Paid Remote Visits
Having a remote visit from your Home or app, the cost of each 20-25 minute ‘friends and family remote visit’ will be approximately $7.95 plus tax.
FREE Remote Visits
Visitors can also choose to come to the jail and video chat with an inmate via the JailFunds/VendEngine kiosk in the lobby. The video visit on-site at the jail is FREE.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com
  • Deposit at the correctpay VendEngine kiosk in the Gilchrist County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Attorney Visits only!  < (Lawyers, go here)

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24/7 Customer Service - 855-836-3364
Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail?

There are FOUR options for putting money on an inmate's books:

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person. 
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Gilchrist County Jail uses Jail ATM to process all online deposits to an inmate's account. The company charges you a small fee for doing so, but the fee probably isn't as much as gas and parking would cost to take it to the jail in person.

Option 3 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mailing a deposit takes more time to process than the other methods but can be done if you live too far away to bring it in person and you don't have a debit/credit card for online deposits. Never send cash. Always send a Money Order from the US Post Office, a reputable bank or Western Union. Call the Gilchrist County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
9239 S US Hwy 129
Trenton, FL 32693


Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Gilchrist County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Gilchrist County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Gilchrist County.
  • After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
  • Choose Florida, then choose Gilchrist County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate.
  • Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Gilchrist County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Gilchrist County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Gilchrist County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Gilchrist County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail?

Gilchrist County Jail uses the services of correctpay.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that they can purchase phone calling time from this jail’s inmate phone calling service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

Cost to Send Money
To deposit between $1.00 and $300.00 the fee ranges from $1.50-$2.95, plus an additional 5%. 
*Rates are subject to change.

Examples:  

  • Deposit $100.00, your fee will be as high as $7.95.  Your inmate will receive $92.05.
  • Deposit $300.00, your fee will be as high as $17.95.  Your inmate will receive $282.05.

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How Does an Inmate Make Phone Calls in Gilchrist County Jail?

To receive phone calls from an inmate in Gilchrist County follow these instructions:

Gilchrist County Jail uses the services of NCIC for inmate phone calling. It is called a ‘friends & family account”.

In order to receive phone calls from your inmate, you need to do the following:

  • Register here, or by phone 800-943-2189
  • Choose Florida.
  • Choose Gilchrist County Jail
  • Select your Inmate.
  • Enter the phone number your Inmate will be calling.
  • Fund your Account. ($10-$100 at a time)

NOTE:
1.   You cannot receive any calls to your phone number from your inmate until both you and your phone number are registered.
2.  When you do receive a call, the number you will view on your phone from the incoming call is: 800-943-2189.
3.  When allowed by Gilchrist County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.

Fees

  • Adding funds to your account - $3.00 
  • Cost of phone call of a Prepaid Collect Account - $0.21 per minute
  • Cost of an interstate (ex. Florida to a different state) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost of an intrastate (ex. Florida to Florida) phone call NOT Prepaid - $0.25 per minute
  • Cost if you set up your account (or fund it) by phone using a live agent, you will be charged a one-time fee of $5.95.

NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
Full list of participating jails.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Gilchrist County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, fees, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail, and what can I send them?

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail, and what can I purchase?

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Gilchrist County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Gilchrist County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Gilchrist County Jail. 

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Gilchrist County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Gilchrist County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Gilchrist County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Gilchrist County Jail follow these steps:

  • Go to JailATM, choose Florida, then choose Gilchrist County Jail
  • Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
  • Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
  • Select the products you want shipped to them at Gilchrist County Jail, and then input your payment method. 
  • NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Gilchrist County at any one time.
  • If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Gilchrist County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Gilchrist County.


 

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Gilchrist County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?

Gilchrist County Jail uses the services of jailfunds.com (aka JailFunds) for you to deposit funds into your inmate’s account so that you and they can purchase secure email messaging services from this jail’s e-messaging service.

You can deposit money four different ways:

  • Deposit online at correctpay.com.
  • Deposit at the VendEngine kiosk in the Gilchrist County Jail lobby.
  • Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 855-836-3364
  • Deposit through their iOS or Android app.

Go directly here to start the process to send a message

Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

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How to Send a Secure Email or Text Message to an Inmate in Gilchrist County

To send a secure email message and digital photos to an inmate in Gilchrist County Jail follow these steps:

  • Register with correctpay by creating an account.
  • Select Florida, then select Gilchrist County Jail, and then the inmate you want to send your message to.
  • Choose the amount of money you want to spend, and input your payment method. The funds can also be used by the inmate to send a message back to you.
  • NOTE: All messages between you and your inmate will be permanently recorded and seen by the staff and could be used against your inmate in court... So be careful what you write.
  • Uploading photos to Inmate’s email
    Make sure the file size is less than 5MB.
    Also make sure your file is a .jpg, .jpeg or .gif.

For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Gilchrist County Jail and send them photos, check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Gilchrist County. 
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We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Gilchrist County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Gilchrist County Jail offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.

They can also be used for commissary ordering.


How to Rent a Tablet for an Inmate at the Gilchrist County Jail

Gilchrist County Jail offers NCIC tablets to rent to inmates that they can use for video visitation and calls, phone calls, instant messaging, education and entertainment.

They can also be used for commissary ordering.

To find out more bout how much tablets cost to rent, and what programs, entertainment, education and other things it can be used for, check out our Tablet Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Gilchrist County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 352-463-3490 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Gilchrist County

What are the other City and County Jails in Gilchrist County?

Gilchrist County County Jails
Gilchrist County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Gilchrist County?

Gilchrist Levy Dixie Alachua Suwannee Lafayette Columbia
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Search for an Inmate in Gilchrist County

This facility, known as "Gilchrist County Jail" is also known as Gilchrist County Jail, Florida, Gilchrist.