Macon County Jail

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Macon County Jail Information

The Macon County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter County Jail at 229-924-4094 to get it.

Phone: 229-924-4094

Physical Address:
Macon County Jail
Oglethorpe, GA

Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sumter County Jail
352 McMath Mill Road
P.O. Box 726
Americus, GA 31719

Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sumter County Jail
352 McMath Mill Road
P.O. Box 726
Americus, GA 31719

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How Do You Find Someone in the Macon County Jail?

To search for an inmate in the Macon 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 229-924-4094 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Macon County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Macon County Jail Inmate Search

The Macon County Jail maintains an average of 0 offenders in custody on any given day. The Macon 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 Macon County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 7,081 offenders.

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About the Macon County Jail

The Macon County Jail is CLOSED.

Offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies in this county are brought to the Sumter 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 Sumter 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 Sumter County Jail at 229-924-4094 to get it.

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Recent Bookings & Arrests

How booking works at Macon County Jail

When someone is arrested, they are taken to Macon 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 Macon County Jail:

  • Verification of personal details.
  • Taking mugshots for identification purposes.
  • Health assessments and questions about criminal history.
  • Possible DNA collection if required.
  • Search of the individual.
  • Confiscation of personal property.
  • Providing a phone call.

The duration of booking can vary, taking between one and 48 hours. For more information on paying an arrestee’s bond, contact Macon County Jail at 229-924-4094.

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Inmate Bail and Bonding

Paying bail for someone in Macon County

After being arrested and booked into Macon County Jail in , 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 229-924-4094 for the exact bail amount.

There are multiple ways to pay bail.

  • Cash, credit cards, or money orders are acceptable forms of payment.
  • Licensed bail bond agents in Macon County can facilitate the process.
  • Collateral in the form of property within the county can be used for bail.

To get more information on the bail process in Macon County, Georgia, visit the Macon County Jail Bail FAQ.

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Inmate Visitation

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

Macon County Jail ON-SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE

Macon County Jail
Oglethorpe, GA
229-924-4094

  • 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 229-924-4094 and get your inmate's times and make an appointment to visit.
  • Inmates are allowed one visit per week.
  • A maximum of 2 guests are allowed per inmate.
  • Visitors must have a government issued photo ID.
  • Dress professionally with non-revealing clothing.

ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE - ALWAYS CALL 229-924-4094 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 Macon County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Remote Video Visitation

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Inmate Money Accounts

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

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Inmate Phone Contact

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

How an Inmate Makes a Phone Call to You or Others from Macon County Jail

To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Macon 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 Macon 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 Macon County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Mailing an Inmate

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

Macon County Jail Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Macon 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 Macon 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#
Sumter County Jail
352 McMath Mill Road
P.O. Box 726
Americus, GA 31719



Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Sumter County Jail
352 McMath Mill Road
P.O. Box 726
Americus, GA 31719



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 Macon County Jail allows books to be mailed directly to the jail from a reputable source such as AmazonBarnes & 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 Macon 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#
Sumter County Jail
352 McMath Mill Road
P.O. Box 726
Americus, GA 31719

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Macon County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Inmate Commissary

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Macon 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 Macon County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Texting and Emailing an Inmate

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Macon 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 Macon County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Inmate Tablets

Do Inmates in the Macon 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 Macon County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-924-4094 for further assistance.

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Other Jails in Macon County

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

Macon County County Jails
Macon County Juvenile Facilities
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Other Jails Nearby

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

Macon Sumter Dooly Schley Taylor Peach Houston
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Search for an Inmate in Macon County

This facility, known as "Macon County Jail" is also known as Macon County offenders are housed in Sumter County, Macon County Jail, Georgia, Macon.