The 80-bed Atkinson County Jail answers calls about inmates 24 hours a day at 912-422-3291.
All misdemeanor and felony arrests in this county end up here for booking and processing. From there, an inmate may be released on bond, released on their own recognizance, or held until the outcome of their trial, depending on the charges.
The inmate search tool lists everyone who has been arrested and is still being held.
Sentences shorter than one year are served locally. Sentences of a year or more are served in the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
Here you can learn how to search the jail roster, get directions to the facility, and use inmate services such as visitation, inmate account deposits, mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and text messages, tablets, bail bonds, and commissary.
Before you send anything, get the inmate’s booking number or jail ID. If it doesn’t show up online, the staff at Atkinson County Jail can give it to you at 912-422-3291.
Phone: 912-422-3291
Physical Address:
20 Smith Ave West
Pearson, GA 31642
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Atkinson 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 912-422-3291 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Atkinson County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Atkinson County Jail Inmate Search
The Atkinson County Jail maintains an average of 80 offenders in custody on any given day. The Atkinson 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 Atkinson County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,200 offenders.
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The Atkinson County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Atkinson County as they wait for their trial or as they serve their sentence, usually less than one year.
It serves many law enforcement organizations including the Sheriff’s Department, local police, Immigration, and other surrounding counties as needed.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 912-422-3291, and an online listing of all the detainees is published for your own investigation.
Upon intake, the booking process is completed, which includes a medical screening, fingerprinting and mugshots, DNA sample, along with an assessment to determine security needs, medical needs, mental health requirements, and housing assignment.
Staff is available to transport all inmates to court dates and any medical appointments or emergency needs, as well as inspecting all mail for contraband, receiving commissary funds and other money for inmates, maintaining the safety of the community and the security of the facility, and other tasks.
The Atkinson County Jail also provides several other services to inmates including basic needs in meals, laundry, and hygiene items, and programs including AA, counseling, religious programs, education, recreation, and opportunities to grow social and life skills.
Along with the efforts made by the staff, reduced recidivism is seen when inmates are able to stay in contact and supported by their family or friends who are not incarcerated so mail, phones, and visits are provided.
Phone accounts are also registered online, and allow for inmates to make outgoing calls during the daytime and evening hours when they are not participating in a task or program.
Information for money for an inmate’s commissary can be found on our Inmate Money page.
All personal mail is sent to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
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 #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Visitation hours at the Atkinson County Jail in Georgia are Saturday from 9:30AM to 10:10AM and 10:15AM to 10:55AM. Each inmate may have a maximum of two visitors during each visitation period.
The Atkinson County Jail houses inmates with mental health issues, those awaiting trial, and those serving a sentence. Grand juries have said since 2006 that the county needs a new jail due to its unsanitary and unfit conditions for humans, so one is now under construction.
Women offenders are brought to the Coffee County Jail for booking, and men are also brought there when the jail is full. The Atkinson County Jail has a new, larger jail under construction that should be completed in 2026.
Once someone is arrested, they are taken to Atkinson County Jail for booking. This process involves identifying the individual, determining charges, and deciding if they will be released on their own recognizance, released on bail, or held in custody until their court date.
It’s important for the arrestee to stay silent, as anything they say can be used against them. The best advice is to avoid answering any questions about the arrest until legal counsel is present.
The booking process at Atkinson County Jail typically includes the following steps:
For questions about paying an arrestee’s bond or bail amount, contact the facility at 912-422-3291.
After an individual is apprehended and taken to Atkinson County Jail in Pearson for booking, their release options vary based on the situation:
1. They might be released without bail, on the condition they appear in court on a scheduled date.
2. They may be detained until their court appearance.
3. They may be eligible for release after posting a bail or bond. Call 912-422-3291 for the exact bail amount.
There are different ways to settle an individual's bail or bond.
For more information on the bail process in Atkinson County, Georgia, visit the Atkinson County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Atkinson County Jail? What is the Schedule?
20 Smith Ave West
Pearson, GA 31642
912-422-3291
SATURDAY
9:30AM - 10:10AM
10:15AM - 10:55AM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Atkinson County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 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 Atkinson County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Atkinson County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Atkinson County Jail?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Atkinson 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 912-422-3291 first to ask Atkinson County Jail if this option is still available.
To deposit money in an Atkinson County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Atkinson County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
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 Atkinson 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 Atkinson County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Atkinson County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Atkinson County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Atkinson County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, video, messaging, time 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 Atkinson County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Atkinson County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
Check the Atkinson County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books. It is best to only use blue or black ink. Always include your name and return address.
Envelopes
The Atkinson 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 #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Atkinson County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Atkinson County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Postcards
Check the Atkinson County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Envelopes
The Atkinson County Jail also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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
Check the Atkinson County Jail's mail rules before sending postcards or books.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Atkinson County Jail standards will be disposed of.
All newspapers, magazines and books are to be shipped to:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID #
Atkinson County Jail
PO Box 157
Pearson, GA 31642
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Atkinson County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Atkinson County Jail, and what can I purchase?
To deposit money in an Atkinson County Jail inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Atkinson County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
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 Atkinson 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 Atkinson County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Atkinson 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 Atkinson County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Atkinson 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 Atkinson County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 912-422-3291 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Atkinson County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Atkinson County?
