Located in Cairo, Grady County, Georgia, the Grady County Jail is a 125-bed facility. You can call them anytime for inmate information at 229-377-5200.
This facility handles offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies, who are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on their charges, inmates may remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is completed.
The inmate search tool can be used to view the jail's roster and find out who is in custody.
Offenders sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail, while those with longer sentences will be transferred to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides information on a range of inmate services, including the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, sending mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
It’s a good idea to keep the inmate’s jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Grady County Jail at 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
Phone: 229-377-5200
Physical Address:
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Grady 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 229-377-5200 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Grady County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Grady County Jail Inmate Search
The Grady County Jail maintains an average of 125 offenders in custody on any given day. The Grady 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 Grady County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 3,100 offenders.
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The 125-bed Grady County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Grady 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 one story red brick facility is located on 16th Ave NE in Cairo, Georgia. It shares the building with the Grady County Sheriff.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 229-377-5200, 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 Grady 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.
Visiting days and times are Saturdays and Sundays, with different times for males, females and Trustees.
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#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
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#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
The following items may be provided by friends or family to an individual detained within 24 hours of their arrest / booking:
They must be all new in package
4 white t- shirts
4 pair boxers (white if possible)
4 white bras (no underwire)
4 white underware
4 pair white socks
1 comb (flexible, small, no pics or sharp ends)
1 Bible (soft back)
1 pair of thermal underwear white (winter months only)
When someone is arrested, they are taken to Grady County Jail for booking. This process includes identifying them, deciding on charges, and determining if they will be eligible for bail or held until court.
It's important to stay silent during this process, as any statements made may be used in court. Legal advice should be sought before speaking about the case.
The following steps make up the booking process at Grady County Jail:
The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Grady County Jail at 229-377-5200.
After being arrested and booked into Grady County Jail in Cairo, the arrestee's situation will proceed in one of three ways:
1. They may be released without bail and required to attend a court hearing.
2. They may be held in custody until their court date.
3. Bail can be posted for their release; call 229-377-5200 for the exact bail amount.
There are multiple ways to pay bail.
To get more information on the bail process in Grady County, Georgia, visit the Grady County Jail Bail FAQ.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Grady County Jail? What is the Schedule?
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
229-377-5200
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 229-377-5200 TO CONFIRM VISITATION SCHEDULE!
Male Visitation is scheduled by the first letter of the inmates last name
- A – M Sat 9-11 am for 15 minutes
- N – Z Sun 9-11 am for 15 minutes
- Female inmates (all) Sat 8-9 am 15 minutes
Trustees (all)
- Sat. 9-11 15 minutes,
- Sun 9-11 15 mins and 7-8 pm 1 hour
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, Grady 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
Grady 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
Grady 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
Grady 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 Grady County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 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 Grady County Jail?
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, Grady 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
Grady 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
Grady 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
Grady 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 Grady County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Grady County Jail?
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
Grady 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 Grady 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#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
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.
To deposit money online for an inmate in Grady County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and procedures for sending money to an inmate in Grady County Jail, or depositing money at the jail, over the phone or by mail, check out our Send Money Page for Grady County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grady County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Grady County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Grady 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 Grady 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 Grady County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Grady County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Grady 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 Grady 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#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
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 Grady 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 Grady 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#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
For inmates receiving mail in the Grady 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.
All mail is to be shipped to the Grady County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Grady County Jail
115 16th Ave NE
Cairo, GA 39828
For complete information on mail policies, what you can send an inmate and what address to send them, check out our Inmate Mail page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grady County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Grady County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Search for JailATM services for Grady County Jail.
Make an inmate deposit with JailATM for Grady County Jail.
Note: While JailATM offers the following inmate services, Grady 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
Grady 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.
To send a commissary carepack (food, snacks and goods) directly to an inmate in Grady County Jail follow these steps:
For all information, tips and available items for shipping Commissary packages or sending money to an inmate in Grady County Jail check out our Commissary Instructions Page for Grady County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Grady County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Grady County Jail 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 Grady County inmate, do the following:
Grady County Jail uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Grady County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Grady County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Grady County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Grady County Jail, 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 Grady County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Grady County Jail 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 Grady County follow these instructions:
If you have any questions:
For all Grady 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 Grady County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-377-5200 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Grady County?
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