The Echols County Jail is CLOSED.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Lowndes County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in the Lowndes County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Lowndes County Jail at 229-671-3000 to get it.
Phone: 229-671-3000
Physical Address:
Echols County Jail
Statenville, GA
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dorm #
Lowndes County Sheriff's Office
120 Prison Farm Rd.
Valdosta, GA. 31601
(white postcards only!)
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dorm #
Lowndes County Sheriff's Office
120 Prison Farm Rd.
Valdosta, GA. 31601
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Echols 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 229-671-3000 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Echols County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Echols County Jail Inmate Search
The Echols County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Echols 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 Echols County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,001 offenders.
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The Echols County Jail is CLOSED.
Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Lowndes County Jail for booking and processing, and if their crime requires it, are incarcerated until they are either bonded out, are released from custody on their own recognizance, or are ordered to remain in custody until the disposition of their trial.
You can also use the inmate search tool to see this facility's roster of those who have been arrested and are still in custody.
Those who are found guilty and sentenced to a term of less than one year, will do their time in the Lowndes County Jail. Those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
It's always a good idea to find out and save the inmate's jail ID number or booking number as you may need this for sending mail or other communication needs. If you can't locate it online, you can call the Lowndes County Jail at 229-671-3000 to get it.
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Echols County Jail for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Echols County Jail:
The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 229-671-3000.
When an individual is arrested and booked at Echols County Jail in , the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 229-671-3000 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
For further information on posting bail in Echols County, Georgia, visit the Echols County Jail Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Echols County Jail? What is the Schedule?
Echols County Jail
Statenville, GA
229-671-3000
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 229-671-3000 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 |
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Echols County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 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 Echols County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Echols County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Echols County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Echols County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Echols County Jail?
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Echols County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Echols County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Echols County Jail ONLY allows inmates to receive pre-metered postcards like the type purchased from the post office unless noted otherwise.
Envelopes
Envelopes with personal letters are NOT allowed.
Postcards MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dorm #
Lowndes County Sheriff's Office
120 Prison Farm Rd.
Valdosta, GA. 31601
(white postcards only!)
Legal Mail
Envelopes from an attorney or professionals related to an inmates case ARE allowed.
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Dorm #
Lowndes County Sheriff's Office
120 Prison Farm Rd.
Valdosta, GA. 31601
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 Echols 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 Echols 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#
Dorm #
Lowndes County Sheriff's Office
120 Prison Farm Rd.
Valdosta, GA. 31601
For inmates receiving mail in the Echols 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. Due to drug smuggling, not all inmates are even allowed to receive mail in envelopes, as only certain types of postcards are allowed.
For complete information on mail policies and addresses, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Echols County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Echols 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 Echols County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Echols 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 Echols County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Echols 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 Echols County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-671-3000 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Echols County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Echols County?
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