Columbia County Detention Center is a 90-bed jail based in the city of Magnolia, Columbia County, Arkansas. You can reach them anytime for inmate information at 870-234-5331.
Arrested individuals, whether for misdemeanors or felonies, are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool allows you to access the facility's inmate roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Sentences longer than one year result in transfers to either the Arkansas State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides all the information you need regarding inmate services, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It's important to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, contact Columbia County Detention Center at 870-234-5331 for help.
Phone: 870-234-5331
Physical Address:
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71753
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center, 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 870-234-5331 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an offender's Columbia County Criminal Court Case or any other case in the state of Arkansas.
Columbia County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Columbia County Detention Center maintains an average of 90 offenders in custody on any given day. The Columbia County Detention Center 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 Columbia County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,800 offenders.
The following charts of Columbia County inmate population demographics are updated daily. The information shown is for today. For research purposes we have broken down the inmates by sex, age, ethnicity, and criminal charges.
The information is compiled from the Columbia County Corrections Department, the state of Arkansas Department of Corrections, as well as the United States Department of Justice and Census Bureau records. It represents every person in custody in Columbia County.
For complete information on how to get directions, bond, visit, mail, send and receive email and texts, receive phone calls, and send money or commissary to an inmate, find arrest information for Columbia County and other counties surrounding this one, scroll down this page. We have a section for each.
We also provide photos of the jail that we have collected over the years.
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Housing adults who have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony, or who have been sentenced to less than one year, the Columbia County Detention Center has a top capacity of 78 male inmates and 12 female inmates, 90 beds in total.
Bond amounts are listed online and may be paid after booking has occurred, with some not requiring a court appearance first. Bail may be paid at the Columbia County Detention Center, however it may not be paid in cash; only credit card, debit card, or money order.
An online roster is maintained and updated regularly and offers both current inmates as well as those who have been released in the last 48 hours. This roster lists names, dates of arrest, charges, and bail amounts. Staff are also able to answer some questions by calling 870-234-5331.
As part of the booking process an assessment will be made to determine any immediate medical care that is needed, as well as an assessment of mental health, determination of housing assignment, and creation of a commissary account for purchases and fees. Jail clothing and bedding are provided which will be cleaned regularly.
Nutritious meals are provided for three meals each day and snacks and drinks, along with other clothing and hygiene items, can be purchased through the commissary, which is funded by friends or family adding money at the lobby kiosk or online.
This money may also be used for making calls through the phones located in the housing unit common areas, or they may make collect calls.
Visits are allowed and can be arranged by getting the visiting schedule from the inmate or those who are approved to visit may get it from the jail staff at 870-234-5331.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
Staff will open each piece and look for contraband, which is removed before it is given to the inmate.
Legal mail, money orders, books and newspaper and magazine subscriptions are mailed to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
After arrest, individuals are processed at Columbia County Detention Center, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Columbia County Detention Center:
Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 870-234-5331.
If someone is taken to Columbia County Detention Center in Magnolia for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 870-234-5331.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Columbia County, Arkansas, visit the Columbia County Detention Center Bail FAQ page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71753
870-234-5331
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 870-234-5331 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 |
Inmate Visitation
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Columbia County Detention Center is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Columbia County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 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 Columbia County Detention Center?
IMPORTANT - All remote visitation at the Columbia County Detention Center is conducted by City Tele Coin video.
You can visit your inmate at the jail, or from your own device or computer at home.
The Columbia County Sheriff's Office provides a video kiosk in the lobby of the Sheriff's Office free of charge.
Visitation is limited to 10 minutes per visitor per day. Visitors must call ahead and follow ALL visitation guidelines.
If not coming to the Sheriff's Office, you may visit with an inmate using City Tele Coin fom home.
Video visitations are monitored and visitors MUST follow visitor guidelines. Visitors that are found to violate these guidelines, will have their visitation privileges suspended.
All Video Visitation services are provided by City Tele Coin.
To register for a direct pay account visit www.CityTeleCoin.com.
After your account has been created you can download the City Tele Coin app from iTunes or Google Play.
To video chat and send emails using the app or the City Tele Coin website, select Columbia County Jail to set up a remote account for the inmate.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center?
To register and sign up for a phone account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Columbia County Detention Center inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding making phone calls with an inmate in Columbia County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All phone conversations and messages are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some phone providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Columbia County Detention Center 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 Columbia County Detention Center 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 #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
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 Columbia County Detention Center 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 Columbia County Detention Center 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 #
Columbia County Detention Center
82 Columbia Road 300
Magnolia, AR 71754
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center, and what can I purchase?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Columbia County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
City Telecoin also has a secure messaging service that allows you and your inmate to send and receive messages electronically (after being read by the jail).
To register and sign up for a remote visitation account with City Tele Coin to communicate with your Columbia County Detention Center inmate, follow the instructions below:
For all the information you need to know, including instructions, policies, tips and solutions to possible issues regarding visiting with an inmate (both at the jail and remotely) in Columbia County, visit our full page guide.
NOTE: All video visits are recorded and stored. Whatever you talk about, can and will be used against your inmate in court. Never discuss their pending criminal case!
Also, be warned that some video visits providers are collecting voice prints for a database which law enforcement agencies are building.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Columbia County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
City Tele Coin is the same company that handles the inmate phone system, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.
The tablets can be rented or used on a monthly basis and while not directly connected to the internet, the inmates can use them for the following activities:
Here's how it works:
Questions:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Columbia County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 870-234-5331 for further assistance.
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What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Columbia County?
This facility, known as "Columbia County Detention Center" is also known as Columbia County Sheriff, Columbia County Criminal Court, Columbia County Most Wanted, Columbia County Justice and Detention Facility, Columbia County Jail, Justice & Detention Facility, Columbia County Arrests, Columbia County Inmate Search.
