Richmond County Correctional Institution

To search for an inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution, 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 706-798-5572 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Richmond County offender's Criminal Court Case online.

Richmond County Correctional Institution Inmate Search

The Richmond County Correctional Institution maintains an average of 220 offenders in custody on any given day. The Richmond County Correctional Institution 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 Richmond County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 29,080 offenders.

How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution? What is the Schedule?

Richmond County Correctional Institution on-site Inmate Visitation Schedule

2314 Tobacco Road
Augusta, GA 30906
706-798-5572

• Visitation is held on Saturdays, Sundays, and county holidays from 9:00AM - 1:00PM.
• Only immediate family members (parents, brother, their spouses, sisters, and their spouses, wives or common law wives, grandparents, children or stepchildren) are allowed to visit.
• All inmates are given the opportunity to complete a visitation list.
• Visitors are not permitted to wear shorts or revealing clothing to the visitation area.
• Visitors who arrive and are not in the proper attire will be denied admittance.
• Kissing / hugging are permitted when entering and exiting the visitation area only.
• All visitors over the age of 16 years old are required to present identification before admission.
• No personal item may be given to an inmate during visitation. You may bring change (money) to the visitation area to use the vending machines.

ON SITE VISITATION

Richmond County Correctional Institution Remote Video Inmate Visitation Schedule

• First, you must register online with IC Solutions, then you can schedule.
  
• All personal visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
• Visitors may be asked to present Identification to the camera during Offsite Visits. Failure to do so will result in suspension of your visitation privileges.
• Visitors under the age of 18 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who arriving late may not be allowed to visit.
• Inmates are allowed an unlimited amount of Offsite Video Visits however Visitors are only allowed (1) Offsite Video Visit per day.
• Offsite Visits are at a cost of $5.00 for 20 minutes and is paid by the Visitor.
• To visit from home, visitors must download The Visitor™ application. Headphones are recommended for offsite visits to avoid audio feedback
• Visitors should connect a few minutes early to complete testing.
• No refund will be issued for missed terminated visits.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will not be refunded.
• Appropriate dress is required at all times. . Nudity, Partial Nudity, Sexual Acts, Simulated Sexual Acts, or depiction thereof is prohibited.
• Use of cell phones or other electronic devices during visits is prohibited. No pictures or screenshots are to be taken of the video visit session.

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION

Richmond County Correctional Institution uses IC Solutions for their Remote Video Visitation services.

In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

• Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
• Select your Inmate.
• Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
• Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

• The cost for a remote video visit ranges from $7-10 for 20-25 minute visit. Rates are subject to change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
•    You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Richmond County Correctional Institution can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

Richmond County Correctional Institution uses IC Solutions for their Video Visitation services.

In order to visit with your inmate online, you must first register with IC Solutions.
There are three ways to visit remotely with your inmate:
1.    Using your personal computer.
2.    Using the IC Solutions iphone or Android app.
3.    Using the IC Solutions visitation kiosk in the jail lobby.

How it Works
Register or Log in here. 

• Once you are logged into your existing IC Solutions account or have created a new account and are logged in, you must select Register for Video and enter the facility name.
• Select your Inmate.
• Fund your account using either a Visa, Mastercard credit or debit card.
• Schedule a Visit.

Registering and Scheduling Video Visits Instructions

'Understanding IC Solutions Video Visits' Instructions

Remote Visitation using the IC Solutions app
Download your phone app:
iphone
Android
Instruction for using the IC Solutions app 

Cost of a Remote Video Visit

• The cost for a remote video visit ranges from $7-10 for 20-25 minute visit. Rates are subject to change.

Video Visitation Rules
Understanding the rules completely are the responsibility of both you and your inmate. Not knowing the rules will NOT be accepted as an excuse if you make a mistake and violate them. Disobeying them could result in being banned from have future visits.
•    Any inmate or visitor whose behavior is disruptive during a visit may have his/her visiting privileges suspended/terminated.
•    All visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
•    All visits must be scheduled 6 hours prior to the appointment or up to 13 days in advance.
•    You must check-in 15 minutes prior to the scheduled visit.
•    Valid picture identification (e.g., driver's license, State I.D., or Military I.D. with picture) is required of all visitors, with the exception of children under the age of 17.  
•    Visitors under the age of 17 must be accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
•    Visitors who 'arrive' after the scheduled start time may not be allowed to visit.
•    Clothing must cover all private/sensitive body areas.
•    The visitation schedule may be canceled or altered on holidays or for safety/security reasons.
•    Richmond County Correctional Institution can disconnect, deny, change, or cancel a visit at any time.
•    Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will NOT be refunded.
•    Each visitation session will show a timer to display elapsed time.
•    After your visit has ended your connection will be terminated automatically.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

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

Richmond County Correctional Institution Remote Inmate Video Visitation Schedule

• First, you must register online with IC Solutions, then you can schedule.
  
• All personal visits are subject to monitoring and recording.
• All visits must be scheduled 24 hours prior to the appointment or up to 2 weeks in advance.
• Visitors may be asked to present Identification to the camera during Offsite Visits. Failure to do so will result in suspension of your visitation privileges.
• Visitors under the age of 18 must be listed as an additional visitor and accompanied and supervised by an authorized adult visitor.
• Visitors who arriving late may not be allowed to visit.
• Inmates are allowed an unlimited amount of Offsite Video Visits however Visitors are only allowed (1) Offsite Video Visit per day.
• Offsite Visits are at a cost of $5.00 for 20 minutes and is paid by the Visitor.
• To visit from home, visitors must download The Visitor™ application. Headphones are recommended for offsite visits to avoid audio feedback
• Visitors should connect a few minutes early to complete testing.
• No refund will be issued for missed terminated visits.
• Internet connectivity issues during offsite visits will not be refunded.
• Appropriate dress is required at all times. . Nudity, Partial Nudity, Sexual Acts, Simulated Sexual Acts, or depiction thereof is prohibited.
• Use of cell phones or other electronic devices during visits is prohibited. No pictures or screenshots are to be taken of the video visit session.

REMOTE VIDEO VISITATION

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution?

Richmond County Correctional Institution uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account. 

You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
3. MoneyGram
4. If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
   The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
   Walmart
   7-11
   CVS Pharmacy

You will need:
Inmate's Correctional ID number and last name
The facility name or receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.

        5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
            Inmate Name and Inmate ID#

        6. Lobby Kiosk
            You can use a debit or credit card in the lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.

How to Send Money to an Inmate in Richmond County

To send commissary money to an inmate in Richmond County Correctional Institution follow these steps:

Richmond County Correctional Institution uses the services of JPAY for you to send money to an inmate's trust fund / commissary account. 

You can send money to an inmate/offender's commissary/spendable account through the Send Money page.
There are several ways to send money to an inmate/offender in Richmond County.

1. Online payments
2. Over the phone by calling 800-574-5729
3. MoneyGram
4. If you wish to send cash you can use MoneyGram. MoneyGram has many convenient locations nationwide.
   The following establishments will always have MoneyGram services:
   Walmart
   7-11
   CVS Pharmacy

You will need:
The Richmond County Inmate's Correctional ID number and their last name
Richmond County Correctional Institution or  the receive code.
You can visit the MoneyGram website to find locations near you.

        5. Money Order - Inmate's Name must be on the Money Order
            Inmate Name and Inmate ID#
           Richmond County Correctional Institution address.

        6. Lobby Kiosk
            You can use a debit or credit card in the jail lobby kiosk to send funds to an inmate/offender.

For all information on how to Send Money to an inmate's account check out our full money and commissary guide for Richmond County Correctional Institution.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution?

How Do Inmates in Richmond County Correctional Institution Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Richmond County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

• Richmond County Correctional Institution uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Services for Richmond County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Richmond County.
• Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Richmond County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

How do I Mail an Inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution, and what can I send them?

Richmond County Correctional Institution Inmate Mail Guidelines

Postcards
The Richmond County Correctional Institution 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 Richmond County Correctional Institution 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#
Richmond County Correctional institution
2314 Tobacco Rd.
Augusta, GA 30906

Legal Mail

Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Richmond County Correctional institution
2314 Tobacco Rd.
Augusta, GA 30906

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 Richmond County Correctional Institution 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 Richmond County Correctional Institution 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#
Richmond County Correctional institution
2314 Tobacco Rd.
Augusta, GA 30906

Richmond County Correctional Institution Inmate Mail Policies and Address - What Can You Send, and Where?

For inmates receiving mail in the Richmond County Correctional Institution 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 Richmond County Correctional Institution:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Richmond County Correctional institution
2314 Tobacco Rd.
Augusta, GA 30906

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 Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution, and what can I purchase?

The Georgia Department of Corrections has negotiated exclusive pricing and direct shipments of personal, hygeine, clothing, food and recreation items for inmates in the Richmond County Correctional Institution.

The company is called Union Supply Direct of Georgia

To order, you must be on the inmate's approved visitor list. 

To register >>> Click Here

Ways to Order

• Credit and debit cards accepted are Visa, Mastercard and Discover. 
• You can place an order over the phone by calling: 562-361-5719, or call toll-free: 855-247-0563.
• Place a fax order using the number: 1-310-603-1188.
• Customer Service email.
• Place an order by mail at:
• Union Supply Direct
  Department 421
  P.O. Box 9018
  Rancho Dominquez, California 90224-9018

or

GA Property & Quarterly Package Program
c/o Union Supply Direct
Dept. 421, P.O. Box 619059
Dallas, TX 75261-9059

Some of the items are as follows: 

Food

• Coffee, Tea, Drink mixes
• Snacks (cookies, cakes)
• Meat products
• Seafood products
• Rice, Noodles
• Candy
• Health food
• Cereals
• Kosher items

Clothing

• Sweatshirts
• Socks
• T-shirts
• Underwear
• Caps
• Shoes
• Slippers

Games

• Dominoes
• Playing Cards

Personal

• Glasses
• Jewelry
• Watches
• Religious items
• Stationary supplies
• Cups, Bowls
• Towels

Hygeine

• Cosmetics
• Skin Care
• Hair Care
• Tooth Care

There is a $2.95 shipping and handling charge for all orders. These charges are non-refundable for all orders.
GDC has set a maximum spending limit for State Prisons* and ITFs of $100 per offender or 15 lbs. per package (based on which limit is reached first) and $50 per offender or 7 lbs. per package (based on which limit is reached first) for Probation Detention Centers. Multiple orders will be consolidated into one package not to exceed these limits.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Richmond County Correctional Institution using an Online Messaging Service?

How Do Inmates in Richmond County Correctional Institution Make Phone Calls?

To receive phone calls from inmates in Richmond County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:

• Richmond County Correctional Institution uses the services of IC Solutions.
• 
• Register with them online or call them at 888-506-8407. 
• Agents are available 24 hours a day, and speak both English & Spanish.
• Services for Richmond County inmates and their families and friends include Collect Calling, PIN Debits, Purchasing Calling Cards, Voicemail & Prepaid calls.  In addition, IC Solutions provides secure messaging, sending photos, video phone calls and online deposits for inmates and their families in Richmond County.
• Although rates are subject to change, they generally run about $0.21 per minute for phone calls.

Note: All your calls with an inmate are recorded, stored and shared with law enforcement if the conversation deals with your case or any criminal activity. Anything communicated can be used against you or your inmate in court.

For all the information regarding phone calls with Richmond County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, limits and more visit our Inmate Phone Page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

Do Inmates in the Richmond County Correctional Institution have Access to Tablets or Computers?

Richmond County Correctional Institution may now offer IC Solutions Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

  
IC Solutions is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

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:

• Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
• eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
• Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
• Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
• Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
• Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
• eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
• Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
• Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
• Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

• Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

Richmond County Correctional Institution may now offer IC Solutions Tablet Rentals to their inmates.

  
IC Solutions is the same company that handles inmate phone systems, video visitations, email and texting and digital letters.

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:

• Phone Calls - Inmates may make calls directly from their tablet allowing for more privacy. The rates are the same as the phones in the unit, and the calls are still recorded and monitored.
• eMessaging - Communicate via a text based message or picture. Fee based system.
• Education - Free educational platform and course catalog that provides thousands of educational resources.
• Self Help -Inmates have daily access to mental health and addiction recovery programming.
• Music - Top-40, Hip-Hop, Country, Rock, Gospel, and more.
• Law Library -  Legal research with up-to-date case information.
• eBooks - Thousands of available titles.
• Religion - Religious resources for spiritual guidance.
• Games - Inmates can play their favorite games. Available through monthly subscriptions
• Facility Services - Digital access to submitted forms, requests, facility documents, and notifications from staff.

Here's how it works:

• Register here.  It is recommended you use Chrome or Firefox.
• Pay for the subscription.
• You get charged the 1st of each month. 
• You get charged a full month even if it's only used for a partial month.
• No activation or early termination fees.
• Your inmate will recieve their tablet in 3-5 business days, after you pay.

For more information about IC Solutions and theiur tablet program, including availability, price, benefits and more, check out our Inmate Tablet page.

We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Richmond County Correctional Institution’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-798-5572 for further assistance.

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