Located in Ashland, Clay County, Alabama, the Clay County Jail is a 136-bed facility. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate details at 256-354-2176.
This jail serves as the processing center for offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. They are brought here for booking and processing, and depending on their charges, they may be held until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or ordered to remain in custody until their trial is complete.
Use the inmate search tool to find out who is in custody at this facility.
Inmates with sentences under one year will serve their time at this jail, while those sentenced to longer terms will be transferred to either the Alabama State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers helpful information regarding inmate services like the visitation schedule, funding an inmate's account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Make sure to keep the inmate's jail ID or booking number, as it is often needed for correspondence or communication. If you're unable to locate it online, you can call Clay County Jail at 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
Phone: 256-354-2176
Physical Address:
41771 Highway 77 North
Ashland, AL 36251
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clay County Jail
41771 Highway 77 N
Ashland, AL 36251
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clay County Jail
41771 Highway 77 N
Ashland, AL 36251
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Clay 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 256-354-2176 for the information you are looking for.
Clay County Jail Inmate Search
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about finding an inmate in the Clay County Jail, how the jail rosters work and what happens after an offender is arrested and booked. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
The Clay County Jail maintains an average of 136 offenders in custody on any given day. The Clay 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 Clay County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,720 offenders.
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Clay County Jail in Alabama is a medium-security detention center located in Ashland, Clay County. The facility was established in 2022 and is equipped with 490 beds to accommodate inmates awaiting trial or serving sentences.
The Jail is managed by the Clay County Sheriff's Office and provides basics such as meals, medical care, recreation, and visitation for inmates. The Jail also utilizes the Securus Digital Mail Center to process all incoming mail for inmates.
Clay County Commission unanimously approved a resolution in 2022 citing that new structures are a necessity for the jail. The Jail staff has a long record of excellence and strives to provide a safe and secure environment for both inmates and staff.
The Jail has a capacity of roughly 136 inmates. The facility is supervised by 92 staff and provides basic necessities for those incarcerated. It has two facilities with a total capacity of 150 inmates, including the Clay County Jail in West Point which houses 193 female inmates and the Clay County Jail in Ft. Gaines which houses 150 female inmates.
The Clay County Jail is located at 41771 Highway 77, Suite 2, Ashland, AL, 36251. The facility can be reached by phone at 256-354-2176 or faxed at 256-354-2912. The AIS number for each inmate incarcerated by the ADOC is also available. For more information about the inmates, call 256-354-7713. The Government Payment Service can be contacted at 888-277-2535.
After an arrest, individuals are taken to Clay County Jail where they go through booking. This process includes identifying the person, reviewing charges, and determining whether they will be released on their own, eligible for bail, or detained until their court date.
It’s crucial to remain silent after being arrested. Anything said may be used in court, so it’s better to refrain from speaking until consulting with an attorney.
The following steps outline the booking procedure at Clay County Jail:
Booking can take from a short hour to longer periods, especially on busy nights or with uncooperative individuals. For inquiries about posting bond for an arrestee, call the facility at 256-354-2176.
Once someone is booked at Clay County Jail in Ashland after an arrest, there are several outcomes:
1. They may be released without paying bail, agreeing to show up on a scheduled date.
2. They may remain in custody until their court appearance.
3. They can pay a bail or bond for release. Call 256-354-2176 for bail details.
Bail payments can take several forms.
For detailed information about the bail process in Clay County, Alabama, see the Clay County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Clay County Jail? What is the Schedule?
41771 Highway 77 North
Ashland, AL 36251
256-354-2176
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 256-354-2176 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
| DAY | TIMES |
| SUNDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
| MONDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| TUESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| THURSDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| FRIDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM 6:00PM - 8:00PM |
| SATURDAY | 9:00AM - 11:00AM 2:00PM - 4:00PM |
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 – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 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 Clay County Jail?
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 – info@ncic.com
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Clay County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Clay County Jail?
To receive phone calls from an inmate in Clay County follow these instructions:
Clay 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 Clay 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 – info@ncic.com
Full list of participating jails.
For all the information regarding phone calls with Clay 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 Clay County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Clay County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Clay County Jail allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office. They may also allow certain photo postcards as long as they have not been tampered with or contain images that may be considered to be obscene or violent in nature. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Clay County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. It is best to only use blue or black ink.
Postcards and envelopes MUST HAVE the sender's full name and return address on the envelope.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clay County Jail
41771 Highway 77 N
Ashland, AL 36251
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clay County Jail
41771 Highway 77 N
Ashland, AL 36251
Newspapers
Newspapers may also be mailed to an inmate as long as they are shipped directly from the publisher.
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.
Books
The Clay 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 Clay 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.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clay County Jail
41771 Highway 77 N
Ashland, AL 36251
For inmates receiving mail in the Clay County Jail there are different addresses and policies depending on the inmate's status, as well as what type of mail they are receiving; personal mail, legal mail, subscriptions or books sent from a third-party such as Amazon.
All mail is to be shipped to the Clay County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Clay County Jail
41771 Highway 77 N
Ashland, AL 36251
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Clay County Jail, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Clay County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Clay 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 Clay County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Clay County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Clay 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.
Clay 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 Clay County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 256-354-2176 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Clay County?
This facility, known as "Clay County Jail" is also known as Clay County Inmate Search, Clay County Arrests, Clay County Sheriff, Clay County Jail, Alabama, Clay, Clay County Detention Center.
