Talbot County Jail is a 22-bed jail in Talbotton, Talbot County, Georgia. You can contact the facility for inmate information anytime at 706-665-8681.
This jail processes individuals arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. After booking and processing, inmates may be held until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or remain in custody until their trial is concluded.
The inmate search tool allows you to check the jail's roster and find out who is currently in custody.
Offenders serving less than one year will do their time here, while those sentenced to longer terms will be sent to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides essential information, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, send mail, receive phone calls, voicemail, email and texting, tablet rentals, bail bonds, and commissary purchases.
Remember to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for any communication needs. If you cannot locate it online, call Talbot County Jail at 706-665-8681 for assistance.
Phone: 706-665-8681
Physical Address:
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Talbot 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 706-665-8681 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Talbot County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Talbot County Jail Inmate Search
The Talbot County Jail maintains an average of 22 offenders in custody on any given day. The Talbot 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 Talbot County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 1,040 offenders.
⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessThe 22-bed Talbot County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Talbot 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.
In 2020 Talbot County added a new jail and sheriff's office at 188 Jackson Street in downtown Talbotton, Georgia.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 706-665-8681, 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 Talbot 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#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
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#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Once arrested, the person is taken to Talbot County Jail for booking, a process that confirms identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released on their own recognizance, posted for bail, or held until court.
Staying silent is key during this process, as anything spoken can be used as evidence in court. It’s best to wait for legal counsel before responding to questions.
Steps involved in booking at Talbot County Jail include:
Booking can range from an hour to 48 hours depending on the circumstances. To check on an offender’s bond amount, contact Talbot County Jail at 706-665-8681.
After an arrest, individuals are brought to Talbot County Jail in Talbotton for processing. Following this, three possible outcomes exist:
1. The individual may be released without posting bail, with a promise to appear in court.
2. The individual could be held in jail until their court date.
3. Bail or bond can be posted for release; for more information, contact 706-665-8681.
Bail payment can be handled through various means.
To learn more about the bail process in Talbot County, Georgia, visit the Talbot County Jail Bail Page.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Visit an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail? What is the Schedule?
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
706-665-8681
Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | NO on site VISITS |
MONDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
TUESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
THURSDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
FRIDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
SATURDAY | 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM |
Schedule Video Visits online with Paytel
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
DAY | TIME |
SUNDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
MONDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
TUESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
WEDNESDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
THURSDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
FRIDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
SATURDAY | 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM |
7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Talbot County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
Talbot County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate with video.
It works like this:
For more information, including dress codes, rules and guidelines, visiting hours and more, check out our Visitation Page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Talbot County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I Use My Computer or Phone to Have a Remote Video Visit with an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail?
Talbot County Jail uses PayTel Connect for visiting an inmate - These are video visits.
It works like this:
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Talbot County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Talbot County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 706-665-8681 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Talbot County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail?
To receive phone calls from inmates in Talbot County, or to assist them in making phone calls to other people, follow these steps:
For all the information regarding phone calls with Talbot County inmates; rules, policies, phone calling times, costs, limits, tablet rental 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 Talbot County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow do I Mail an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Talbot 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 Talbot 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#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
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 Talbot 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 Talbot 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#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
For inmates receiving mail in the Talbot 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 Talbot County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
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 Talbot County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessCan I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Whatever cash the inmate has on their person when booked into the facility will automatically deposited and credited to their account. When released any money left in the account will be returned to them in the form of a check from the Sheriff's Department or the Talbot County Jail Trust Account. There may be circumstances where the inmate can give permission to have his money released to a family member or friend.
Option 1 - Dropping Money at the Jail
Option 2 - Mail the Inmate Deposit to the Jail
Mail to the Jail.
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Talbot County Jail
188 Jackson Avenue
Talbotton, GA 31827
Failure to do this properly will delay your inmate getting their account credited and may require you to have to resubmit a second money order.
Call 706-665-8681 to ask any questions about this.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Talbot County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessHow Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Talbot County Jail using an Online Messaging Service?
How inteleMESSAGE Works
Cost to send messages
Paytel App Download
Check to see if Tablets are Available in Talbot County Jail for rent to your inmate. Tablets can be used for phone calls, messaging, education, and entertainment.
To send a secure email message to an inmate in Talbot County Jail follow these steps:
How inteleMESSAGE Works
For all information on rates, and how to Text/Email an Inmate in Talbot County Jail check out our Secure Messaging Guide for Talbot County.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Talbot County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessDo Inmates in the Talbot County Jail have Access to Tablets or Computers?
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
Contact Paytel online, or call the Talbot County Jail directly at 706-665-8681 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
If you want download the Paytel App, click the image below:
How can you rent a tablet for an inmate in Talbot County? Read the following:
Tablets can be used by inmates, for the following things:
Contact Paytel online, or call the Talbot County Jail directly at 706-665-8681 to rent a tablet for your inmate.
To find out everything you need to know about renting a tablet, what it can be used for, how much it costs, and more, check out our Tablet Page for Talbot County Jail.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Talbot County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 706-665-8681 for further assistance.
Learn even more ⇓ Learn more ⇓ Show lessWhat are the other City and County Jails in Talbot County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Talbot County?
This facility, known as "Talbot County Jail" is also known as Talbot County Sheriff, Talbot County Jail & Sheriff, Talbot County Jail & Sheriff, Georgia, Talbot.