Wilkinson County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Wilkinson County

Wilkinson County Jail Information

The Wilkinson County Jail is a 52 bed jail in the city of Irwinton, Wilkinson County, Georgia.

This page provides information on how to search for an inmate in the official jail roster, or by calling the facility at 478-946-2411, 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: 478-946-2411

Physical Address:
108 Bacon St.
PO Box 178
Irwinton, GA 31042

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's first and last name
Wilkinson County Jail
PO Box 178
Irwinton, GA 31042

Other Jails and Prisons

How Do You Find Someone in the Wilkinson County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Wilkinson 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 478-946-2411 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Wilkinson County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Wilkinson County Jail Inmate Search

The Wilkinson County Jail maintains an average of 52 offenders in custody on any given day. The Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,320 offenders.

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
About the Wilkinson County Jail
The capacity of Wilkinson County Jail in Georgia varies depending on the source. According to one website, it has a 50-bed capacity and receives about 2,481 bookings yearly. Another source states that the facility can hold about 1163 inmates. Yet another source says that it houses about 62 inmates. It is unclear which of these figures is most accurate. The Wilkinson County Jail is located at 108 Bacon Street, Irwinton, GA 31042. The phone number is 478-946-2411. The Wilkinson County Jail in Georgia allows two 45-minute onsite video visits per week, which must be scheduled in advance between 8:15am to 4pm Tuesday through Sunday. Inmates are also allowed one hour of free visitation when they receive site visitation. Visiting hours are from 12pm to 7pm on weekdays and from 10am to 7pm on weekends. According to jailexchange.com, inmates are allowed one to two visits of 30 minutes each at the facility, and potentially no limit on the number of visits when using the remote system. Inmateaid.com provides similar information about visiting hours and dress code. In March 2023, Thomas Earl “Buster” King was arrested by the GBI for sexually assaulting an inmate twice at the Wilkinson County detention center. The Wilkinson County Jail houses inmates with mental health issues, those awaiting trial, and those serving a sentence. While detained in the jail, inmates have reported turquoise-green stains or film. There is no information in the provided search results that suggests Wilkinson County Jail in Georgia is unique.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Recent Bookings & Arrests

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

To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Wilkinson County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 478-946-2411.

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.

Wilkinson County Jail Booking Roster

What happens during booking in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson 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.

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 Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson 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.

⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Directions / Map to the Wilkinson County Jail
Inmate Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Inmate Money Accounts

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

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

Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online

Wilkinson County Jail uses CommissaryDeposit.com 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.

Choice 2 - 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.

**Call 478-946-2411 first to ask Wilkinson County Jail if this option is still available.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Wilkinson County

To deposit money in an Wilkinson County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

  • Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
  • Choose Georgia
  • Choose Wilkinson County Jail
  • View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
  • Search for, then Select your inmate.
  • Choose the amount to send.
  • Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction

Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Wilkinson County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send. 

Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone:   912-584-6102
Email - [email protected]
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST

For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Wilkinson County, go to our Send Money Page for details.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Inmate Phone Contact

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

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Wilkinson County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Wilkinson County do the following:

1. Enroll in an account with Securus Technologies.

2. Choose one of three account types, Securus Debit, Advance Connect or Direct Bill.
3. Choose [facility_name_1}, then connect with your inmate.
4. If you have any questions, call Securus: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591.

To find out fees, how to's, calling times, limits on phone calls and other systems Securus has do that you can communicate with your Wilkinson County inmate, check out our Inmate Phone Page.
NOTE: All of your inmate's phone calls are recorded and stored. It is advised not to discuss their pending case.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Mailing an Inmate

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Inmate Commissary

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

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate's Commissary Account in Wilkinson County

To deposit money in an Wilkinson County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:

  • Start here and click ‘DEPOSIT MONEY’ in CommissaryDeposit.com
  • Choose Georgia
  • Choose Wilkinson County Jail
  • View the date your order will be delivered, then click ‘NEXT’.
  • Search for, then Select your inmate.
  • Choose the amount to send.
  • Register, and Pay for the deposit transaction

Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Wilkinson County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send. 

Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone:   912-584-6102
Email - [email protected]
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST

For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Wilkinson County, go to our Send Money Page for details.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Inmate Tablets

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Wilkinson County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-946-2411 for further assistance.

Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Other Jails in Wilkinson County

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

Wilkinson County County Jails
Wilkinson County Juvenile Facilities
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less
Other Jails Nearby

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

Wilkinson Bleckley Laurens Twiggs Baldwin Jones Washington Johnson
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show less

Search for an Inmate in Wilkinson County

This facility, known as "Wilkinson County Jail" is also known as Wilkinson County Jail, Georgia, Wilkinson.