Cook County Jail

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

How do I find out if someone has been arrested and booked into the Cook County Jail? To find out if someone you know has been recently arrested and booked into the Cook County Jail, call the jail’s booking line at 229-896-7471. 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. Cook County Jail Booking Roster

Q: What happens during booking in Cook County?

What happens during booking in Cook 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 Cook 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.

Q: What is the booking process like at the Cook County Jail?

What is the booking process like at the Cook 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 Cook 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.

Q: What kind of questions are asked during booking?

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 with 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. If the offender remains in jail for any length of time, the Cook County Jail will allow a friend or family member to pick up the inmate's property if the offender gives written authorization for a named person to do so. To find out the days and times for picking up an inmate's property, and what you will need to bring to verify your identity, call the jail at 229-896-7471 during business hours.

Q: How long does the Cook County Jail booking process take?

How long does the Cook 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. What happens after an offender is booked into the Cook County Jail? 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 Cook 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.

Question 1

How Do You Find Someone in the Cook County Jail?

Answer

To search for an inmate in the Cook 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 229-896-7471 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Cook County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Cook County Jail Inmate Search

The Cook County Jail maintains an average of 103 offenders in custody on any given day. The Cook 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 Cook County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 2,660 offenders.

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Question 2

About the Cook County Jail

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The Cook County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Cook 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.

The single story, brick building with a green metal roof, on the the corner of County Farm Road and Alabama Road in Adel, Georgia, shares the facility with the county sheriff.

If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 229-896-7471, 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 Cook 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.

Visits are in person, and are via video and an account is created online to book and complete visits, allowing both visitors and inmates to schedule a visit.

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#
Cook County Jail
1000 County Farm Rd.
Adel, GA 31620

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#
Cook County Jail
1000 County Farm Rd.
Adel, GA 31620

Jail (Main): 229-896-7471
Sheriff: 229-896-7471

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Question 3

Recent Bookings & Arrests

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The booking process explained for Cook County Jail

Following an arrest, individuals are processed at Cook County Jail. The booking process confirms identity, charges, and whether the individual will be released, granted bail, or held until court.

It is advisable to remain silent during booking, as anything said can be used against the individual later. Legal counsel should be consulted before any statements are made.

The booking steps at Cook County Jail include:

Identification verification.
Taking mugshots.
Answering questions about health, criminal history, and gang affiliations.
Possible DNA sample collection.
A full-body search.
Confiscating personal items for safekeeping.
Providing a phone call.

Depending on circumstances, the booking process can take one hour or up to 48 hours. To inquire about posting bond for an arrestee, contact the facility at 229-896-7471.

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Question 4

Directions / Map to the Cook County Jail

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Question 5

Inmate Bail and Bonding

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What are the bail options in Cook County after an arrest?

Once arrested, an individual may be brought to Cook County Jail in Adel for processing. The next steps vary:

1. The individual may be released without paying bail and ordered to appear on a set date.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their hearing.
3. Posting bail or bond allows them to be released. Call 229-896-7471 to confirm the bail amount.

There are several ways to pay an individual’s bail.

Cash, credit, and money orders are accepted payment methods.
Licensed bail bond agencies in Cook County can provide assistance.
County real estate may also be used as collateral for bail.

For more information about bail in Cook County, Georgia, see the Cook County Jail Bail Guide.

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Question 6

Inmate Visitation

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

Cook County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

1000 County Farm Road
Adel, GA 31620
229-896-7471

Visits are 30 minutes.
You must be on the inmate's visitor list.
The actual visitation times may depend on the inmate and their housing location. Call 229-896-7471 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
A maximum of 1 guest is allowed per inmate.
Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 229-896-7471 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!

Saturday
Female 10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.
Male (last name beginning A-L) 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.

Sunday
Trustee 10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.
Kitchen Detail 2:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.
Male (last name beginning M-Z) 1:00p.m. – 4:00p.m.

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Cook County Jail by going here.

Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visists and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Cook County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Cook County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Cook County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Cook County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 7

Remote Video Visitation

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

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Cook County Jail by going here.

Once you register, choose the option for 'Video Calls' or Video Visits and you will be prompted for the information required, which will include copies of your state issued ID and more.
For help with signing up and using the inmate visitation app, go here to get your questions answered.
Note: While JailATM also offers the following inmate services, Cook County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm.
Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.
You Can Send Money
Cook County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM so that you can deposit money online or using the kiosk in the jail lobby.
You Can Send Gift Packs
Cook County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.
These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.
You Can Email Inmate
Cook County Jail may have an agreement with JailATM which handles secure messaging between you and your inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow emailing your inmate.

Customer Support: 877-810-0914.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 8

Inmate Money Accounts

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

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

Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Bring money to the jail in person.
Either the jail personnel will process the Inmate Account payment or you will use a Jail ATM self-serve kiosk in the lobbies that accepts cash, debit or credit cards.

Option 2 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Cook County Jail uses Jail ATM 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.

Option 3 - 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. Call the Cook County Jail first as they may want you to do this online or at the jail kiosk instead.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cook County Jail
1000 County Farm Rd.
Adel, GA 31620

Option 4 - Make an Inmate Deposit with Jail ATM over the Phone by calling 877-810-0914
To do this you will need the inmate's offender # (inmate ID #) and full legal name.

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Cook County

To deposit money online for an inmate in Cook County Jail follow these steps:

Register to open an account, or Sign In to JailATM, a service that acts as a bank for inmates in Cook County.
After registering and signing in, select 'Send Money Now'.
Choose Georgia, then choose Cook County Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate.
Input an amount to deposit to your inmate in Cook County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much money you can send your inmate in Cook County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914.

For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Cook County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Cook County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 9

Inmate Phone Contact

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

Collect Calls

Almost every jail, including Cook County Jail, will allow inmates to contact pre-approved friends and family members' phones by calling collect.
Calling collect is typically the most expensive way to contact people by phone and in many cases, it requires credit approval or a deposit to be made into a third-party phone company account through a contract with the jail.

Direct Calls

Many jails are now contracting with a third party service (for a fee) that is less expensive and allows your inmate to use their phone system to make direct calls to your land line or cell phone.
To find out about Cook County Jail phone services, call 229-896-7471 or review the information on the Inmate Phone page.
Some jails also allow sell phone cards directly to an inmate in the jail commissary store.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 10

Mailing an Inmate

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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Cook County Jail, and what can I send them?

Cook County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Cook 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 Cook 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#
Cook County Jail
1000 County Farm Rd.
Adel, GA 31620

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Cook County Jail
1000 County Farm Rd.
Adel, GA 31620

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 Cook 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 Cook 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#
Cook County Jail
1000 County Farm Rd.
Adel, GA 31620

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 11

Inmate Commissary

Answer

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

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Cook County Jail

Search for JailATM services for Cook County Jail.

Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Cook County Jail.

Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Cook County Jail may not allow all of them. Check on the JailATM website to confirm. Services available through JailATM are subject to change with no notice.

Send Gift Packs

Cook County Jail has an agreement with JailATM, which ships predetermined Gift Packs of candy, snacks and hygiene products to the inmate. Check the JailATM website to see if they allow Gift Packs.

These can be ordered by you online and are delivered directly to the inmate.

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Cook County

To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Cook County Jail follow these steps:

Go to JailATM, choose Georgia, then choose Cook County Jail
Type in your inmate's last name or their Inmate ID.
Select your inmate, and then you will be prompted to Register with them to open an account.
Select the products you want shipped to them at Cook County Jail, and then input your payment method.
NOTE: There may be a limit on how much product you can send your inmate in Cook County at any one time.
If you need to phone customer support, call 877-810-0914

For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Cook County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Cook County.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 12

Texting and Emailing an Inmate

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

How to Email an Inmate at Cook County Jail

Using Jail ATM Digital Messaging with an Inmate at Cook County Jail - Sending and Receiving Messages.

How It Works:

Once you sign up with Jail ATM instant Messaging you can you can send texts from the cell phone associated with the mobile number you provided at sign-up, and receive text messages from the inmate on the same cell phone. You can only use the phone number you signed up with or it won't work.

To learn more about this email service, check out our full instructions, including fees at our emailing and texting page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Cook County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 13

Inmate Tablets

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Do Inmates in the Cook 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 Cook County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-896-7471 for further assistance.

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Question 14

Are there photos of the Cook County Jail? What does it look like?

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Question 15

Other Jails in Cook County

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

Cook County County Jails

Cook County Jail

Cook County Juvenile Facilities

Waycross Regional Youth Detention Center

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Question 16

Other Jails Nearby

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

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Cook County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Cook County

Cook County Jail Information

The booking process explained for Cook County Jail

What are the bail options in Cook County after an arrest?

Cook County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Cook County Jail by going here.

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Cook County Jail by going here.

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

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Cook County

Cook County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Cook County Jail

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Cook County

How to Email an Inmate at Cook County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Cook County

Cook County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Cook County

Cook County Jail Information

The booking process explained for Cook County Jail

What are the bail options in Cook County after an arrest?

Cook County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Cook County Jail by going here.

Register for Remote Video Visitation with your inmate at the Cook County Jail by going here.

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

How to Deposit Money Online for an Inmate in Cook County

Cook County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

JailATM – Send Money or Send Commissary Gift Packs to Cook County Jail

How to Send a Carepack Commissary Package Directly to an Inmate in Cook County

How to Email an Inmate at Cook County Jail

Search for an Inmate in Cook County

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