Bibb County Detention Center is a 192-bed facility based in Macon, Bibb County, Georgia. For inmate information, you can call the facility 24/7 at 478-621-5666.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors or felonies are processed at this facility. After booking and processing, they may remain incarcerated until they are bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool provides access to the current roster of inmates.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here, while those with longer sentences are transferred to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, funding an inmate’s account, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Be sure to save the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for communication purposes. If you can’t find it online, you can call Bibb County Detention Center at 478-621-5666 for assistance.
Phone: 478-621-5666
Physical Address:
645 Hazel Street
Macon, GA 31201
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Bibb 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 478-621-5666 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Bibb County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Bibb County Detention Center Inmate Search
The Bibb County Detention Center maintains an average of 192 offenders in custody on any given day. The Bibb 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 Bibb County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 28,440 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe Bibb County Detention Center has a rated capacity of 192 inmates. It is considered a minimum security jail dedicated to an inmate work release program and community service program. Work Release allows inmates to have an income to pay down their fines and restitution and to provide money for their families, preparing them for their return home. Community service keeps the inmate busy, learn a good work ethic, and allows the county to save money from work they perform.
The Bibb County Detention Center is located at 645 Hazel Street, in Macon GA, The main number for the facility is 478-621-5666. Offenders that have been charged with primarily misdemeanor crimes are housed here. All have been sentenced and are serving a sentence of less than one year at the jail. It houses both males and females.
If you need information on an inmate housed here you can call 478-621-5666 24 hours a day, or you can look them up online at the Jail Inmate Search. The Inmate Roster includes the offender's criminal charges, booking number and other information as shown in the image below. Georgia has a law that they do not release mugshots publicly to the general public, as this has been abused by opportunists in the past.
There is a second facility in Bibb County for adults, the Bibb County Corrections Center, also known as the Main Jail. It is a 1000+ bed medium to maximum security facility, located across the street at 668 Oglethorpe Street. Bibb County is also home to two juvenile detention centers. Both are run by the Georgia State Department of Juvenile Justice. You can find links to them on this page.
Mail can be received every day and is processed and passed to the inmates quickly. Friends and family of inmates in the Bibb County Detention Center can arrange to visit inmates by video, both at the jail and remotely from home. Friends and family can also communicate using an online text/email system, 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 478-621-5666.
After an arrest, the individual is brought to Bibb County Detention Center for the booking process. This procedure involves identifying the person, determining charges, and deciding whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Remaining silent is highly recommended, as anything said can later be used in court. Wait for legal advice before responding to questions.
The booking process typically involves the following steps at Bibb County Detention Center:
Booking timeframes vary, ranging from one hour to up to 48 hours. For details on an offender’s bail or bond, call Bibb County Detention Center at 478-621-5666.
Once an individual is booked at Bibb County Detention Center in Macon, options for their release include:
1. Release without paying bail, with a commitment to appear in court.
2. Continued detention until their court date.
3. Release upon paying a bail or bond. Call 478-621-5666 for the bail amount.
Bail can be paid through various methods.
For more details on the bail process in Bibb County, Georgia, visit the Bibb County Detention Center Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center? What is the Schedule?
645 Hazel Street
Macon, GA 31201
478-621-5666
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
MONDAY | No Video Sessions |
TUESDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
THURSDAY | No Video Sessions |
FRIDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
MONDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Bibb County Detention Center inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Bibb County Detention Center Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bibb County Detention Center’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center?
645 Hazel Street
Macon, GA 31201
478-621-5666
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
MONDAY | No Video Sessions |
TUESDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM |
THURSDAY | No Video Sessions |
FRIDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
MONDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM |
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bibb County Detention Center’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center?
Bibb County Detention Center 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 Bibb County Detention Center.
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 Bibb County Detention Center’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Bibb 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 Bibb 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 Bibb County Detention Center’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Bibb 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 Bibb 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 & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
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
The Bibb 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Bibb County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
Postcards
The Bibb 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.
Envelopes
The Bibb County Detention Center also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
Legal Mail
Send all legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
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
The Bibb 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 below.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Bibb County Detention Center standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 & Jacket ID#
Bibb County Law Enforcement Center
P. O. Box 1917
Macon, GA 31202-1917
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bibb County Detention Center’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center, 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 Bibb County Detention Center.
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 Bibb County Detention Center'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 Bibb County Detention Center follow these steps:
NOTE: There will also be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Bibb 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 Bibb County Detention Center check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Bibb County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bibb County Detention Center’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Bibb County Detention Center using an Online Messaging Service?
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation').
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
Things you CAN do:
1. You CAN ONLY send messages from the Securus website, or with the Securus app. (links below).
2. You CAN transfer ‘stamps’ to your inmate.
3. You CAN deposit money to your inmate, and they can purchase ‘stamps’ on their end.
4. Each time you send a message, you CAN pay for them to reply.
5. You CAN send photos. (Jail staff will review for appropriateness)
Things you CANNOT do:
1. You CANNOT use your own personal email to send messages.
2. You CANNOT send any message or photo that would normally be rejected by regular mail.
Other Things:
1. Photos must be .jpg, .jpeg or .png.
2. eMessages and photos must meet the jail’s standards for regular mail.
3. If your eMessage or Photo is rejected you will be notified of the reason, but you will NOT get a refund.
What is the cost of sending inmate messages?
What can your inmate do with digital 'stamps'?
Contact Information and Help:
eMessaging FAQ
eMessaging Signup & Helpful Information
Online Customer Service Support
Phone Support: 972-734-1111 or 800-844-6591
iphone app
Android app
Mailing Check payments
Securus Correctional Billing Services
PO Box 650757
Dallas, Texas 75265-075
To send a text or email message to a Bibb County inmate, do the following:
Bibb County Detention Center uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Bibb County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Bibb County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Bibb County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Bibb County Detention Center, including instructions, video examples, fees, limits, tablet rentals and more, check out out Text/Email an Inmate Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bibb County Detention Center’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Bibb County Detention Center have Access to Tablets or Computers?
The tablets can be rented 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:
To rent a tablet for an inmate in Bibb County follow these instructions:
For all Bibb County information on Tablet Rentals for your inmate, check out our Tablet Rental Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Bibb County Detention Center’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 478-621-5666 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Bibb County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Bibb County?
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