The Lowndes County Jail is a 700 bed jail in the city of Valdosta, Lowndes County, Georgia.
This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster which is sometimes not working, so if you are looking for an inmate call the jail at 229-671-3000.
We also provide 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. Scroll down for this information.
Phone: 229-671-3000
Physical Address:
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Postcards only - No envelopes for personal mail
Read the full policy on our MAIL page
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Lowndes 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 229-671-3000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Lowndes County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Lowndes County Jail Inmate Search
The Lowndes County Jail maintains an average of 700 offenders in custody on any given day. The Lowndes 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 Lowndes County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 14,600 offenders.
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The Lowndes County Jail in Valdosta, Georgia has a capacity of up to 1,000 inmates, however the usual number of inmates in custody is closer to 700. The facility is considered a regional medium security jail.
The address of the Lowndes County Jail is 120 Prison-Farm Road, Valdosta, GA 31601. The phone number for the jail is 229-671-3000. The jail's purpose is to provide a clean and safe environment for detainees. The Lowndes County Jail in Georgia has been criticized for its aging facility and poor conditions. The jail has a team that investigates incidents that occur within the jail. The Lowndes County Sheriff's Office is responsible for the jail. Information about inmates, contacts, visitation using video, phone calls from inmates, mail policy, emailing with an inmate, and other rules can be found below.
The Lowndes County Jail in Georgia is the largest prison facility in the county, located on two acres of land in Valdosta. It is run by the Lowndes County Sheriff's Office, whose primary purpose is to maintain social order within prescribed ethical and constitutional limits. The jail has an aging facility which poses safety hazards such as nonstop running water and old toothpaste tubes stuffed into shower heads. The jail also has an Annex which provides outside work details to the community.
The original facility was built in 1956. An addition was built and opened in 2010 that added 512 beds to the jail, a new medical facility, administrative offices, and a kitchen. The new 512 beds are broken down into a two-level housing pod with 256 beds in each pod, a video visitation building, central control area, and juvenile intake space. The newer facility has 32 inmates per cell, and each cell has eight rooms with two bunk beds. The new addition, totalling 77,000 square feet, cost the the county $18 million to build.
Mail in the form of postcards ONLY can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly, however the jail uses an online digital service also so mail doesn't have to enter the facility. Friends and family of inmates in the Lowndes County Jail can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. They can also send them money and buy them commissary online, and set up a phone account that allows the inmates to call them during the day and evening seven days a week.
All the information on these inmate services can be found in the sections below. If you still have questions, you can phone the jail 24 hours a day by calling 229-671-3000.
To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Lowndes County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 229-671-3000.
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.
Lowndes County Jail Booking Roster
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 Lowndes 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.
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 Lowndes County and other Georgia 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.
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.
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.
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 Lowndes 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.
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.
How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail? What is the Schedule?
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
229-671-3000
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | no visits |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | no visits |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
In other words, you can visit your inmate in jail by using your home computer, as long as it is equipped with a microphone and camera that supports video.
When available, the jail also provides use of ‘video visit kiosks’ in the jail lobby if you do not have a computer at home. These ’on-site’ video visits are FREE.
Costs
NCIC Video Visitation fees are subject to change, but the cost to you is roughly $7.50 ($0.25 per minute) for a 30-minute visit + an additional fee of $2.00 for the connection.
On-site (at the jail) video visits are FREE.
How to set up your Video Visit
Your inmate will be notified by the jail staff of the date and time for the visit. Be sure to be in front of your computer and connected to NCIC at least 15 minutes before the start of the visit.
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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Can I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail?
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
229-671-3000
Schedule Video Visits online with NCIC
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | no visits |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | no visits |
| THURSDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00AM - 9:30AM 3:30PM - 6:00PM |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail?
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment (if it's a money order) or you will use a self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.
Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Lowndes County Jail and others often use a private company 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.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit over the Phone by calling 800-822-9388
Lowndes County Jail uses McDaniel Supply Company for their inmate commissary.
McDaniel Supply operates the JailPackStore website so you can order online using a credit or debit card. They will send the money to your inmate at Lowndes County Jail.
JailPackStore has a very cumbersome website that requires you to:
1. register,
2. add a credit or debit card, and then
3. locate your inmate, before you can even deposit funds.
Maximum Deposit - $300
Fee to Deposit Money using a credit or debit card -
Any money that you deposit and don't immediately send will be held as a credit on your account for future disbursement or spend.
For full instructions on how to deposit money to your inmate online, what the fees are, and how to save money doing it this way, check out our inmate money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Lowndes County follow these instructions:
Lowndes 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:
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 Lowndes County Jail, families can also leave secure voicemails for inmates to listen to.
Fees
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 Lowndes 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 Lowndes County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail, and what can I send them?
The Lowndes County Jail ONLY allows inmates to receive white pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.
Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.
Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Postcards only - No envelopes for personal mail
Read the full policy on our MAIL page
Photos MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Postcards only - No envelopes for personal mail
Read the full policy on our MAIL page
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Inmate must get permission in advance to receive newspapers.
Magazines
News, special interest or sports magazines may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher. Any magazines that contain profanity, weapons, pornography or other content that is adult in nature will be confiscated by the jail staff and will NOT be delivered to the inmate. Inmate must get permission in advance to receive magazines.
Books
The Lowndes County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. You can order them directly from your computer and have them shipped to the inmate at the address noted.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Lowndes County Jail standards will be disposed of.
Hard cover books will not be accepted by the jail due to their potential to be used as a weapon.
Maximum of three books per inmate for the entire stay at Lowndes County Jail.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID# (call 229-671-3000 for this)
Dorm #
Lowndes County Jail
120 Prison Farm Road
Valdosta, GA 31601
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail, and what can I purchase?
McDaniel Supply operates the JailPackStore website so you can order online using a credit or debit card. They will ship your order directly to your inmate at Lowndes County Jail.
JailPackStore has a very cumbersome website that requires you to: 1. register, 2. add a credit or debit card, and then 3. locate your inmate, before you can even see their commissary products, prices, additional fees, etc.
Commissary products that you can purchase -
Candy, Chips, Meats, Seafood, Writing supplies, Hygeneine Kits, Underwear. These are all in various pre-defined packs ranging in price from $11.00-$27.00. The shipping fee is an additional $4.95.
Maximum Deposit -
$300
Fee to Deposit Money using a credit or debit card -
$3.95 to deposit $10.00 - 25.00
$6.95 to deposit $25.01 - 100.00
$8.95 to deposit $100.01 - 200.00
$10.95 to deposit $200.01 to 300.00
Any money that you deposit and don't immediately spend will be held as a credit on your account for future purchases.
JailPackStore is the Lowndes County Jail's outside vendor for Commissary Items. They have a very good mix or Chips, Snacks, Candy, Meat, Seafood, Hygeine products, Letter writing materials and Underwear items for sale on their website.
Here is a sample of what you can purchase for your inmate:
SNACKS
$19.75 + $4.95 shipping + $6.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before tax $31.65
MAC'S Pack Caramel Corn 6oz - 1
Bud's Best Butterfinger Cookie 6oz - 1
Chex Mix - Cheddar 1.75oz - 1
Combos Buffalo Blue Cheese - 7oz -1
Creme Cookies 13oz - 1
White Cheddar Cheez-its 1.5oz - 2
Kar's Honey Roasted Peanuts 3.5oz - 1
Kar's Sweet and Salty Mix 2oz - 1
Snyder's Jalapeno Pretzel Pieces 2.25oz - 1
LETTER WRITING MATERIALS
$15.00 + $4.95 shipping + $3.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before taxes $23.90
Stamped Envelopes - 8
Glue Top Writing Pad 8.5x11 - 1
Friendship Greeting Cards w/Stamps – 2
HYGEINE ITEMS
$26.50 + $4.95 shipping + $6.95 fee to add money = Total cost to you before taxes $38.40
Degree Extreme Blast Deodorant - 1.7oz - 1
Colgate w/Baking Soda Toothpaste - 6.4oz - 1
Dove Sensitive Skin Soap - 4oz- 2
Suave Advanced Therapy Lotion - 10oz - 1
Garnier Shampoo - 13oz - 1
Axe Body Wash 16oz – 1
If you don't have a bank card and want to see if they will accept a money order for payment call JailPackStore at 800-822-9388. Their hours are Monday - Friday: 8 AM - 5 PM.
They are closed Saturday and Sunday.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Lowndes County Jail follow these steps:
NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Lowndes County at any one time.
For all information, tips and a list and photos of available items for shipping Commissary packages to an inmate in Lowndes County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Lowndes County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Lowndes County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
You can deposit money three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Deposit at the kiosk in the Lowndes County Jail lobby, if available.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $5.95).
NCIC Customer Service
Phone - 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069
Email – [email protected]
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Lowndes County Jail follow these steps:
Lowndes County Jail uses the services of NCIC for you to deposit funds into your {Lowndes County 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 three different ways:
• Deposit online at NCIC.com
• Deposit at the kiosk in the Lowndes County Jail lobby, if available.
• Deposit over the phone 24/7 at 800-943-2189 or 903-247-0069 (Note: if you deposit money using a live agent the fee is $5.95).
Email – [email protected]
For all information on how to Text/Email an Inmate in Lowndes County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Lowndes County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Lowndes County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Lowndes County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Lowndes 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.
Lowndes 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 Lowndes County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Lowndes County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Lowndes County?
This facility, known as "Lowndes County Jail" is also known as Lowndes County Jail, Georgia, Lowndes.
