Tift County Jail is a 260-bed jail based in Tifton, Tift County, Georgia. You can reach them anytime for inmate information at 229-388-6020.
Arrested individuals, whether for misdemeanors or felonies, are brought here for booking and processing. Depending on the charges, they may remain incarcerated until they are either bonded out, released on their own recognizance, or held until their trial concludes.
The inmate search tool allows you to access the facility's inmate roster and see who is currently in custody.
Inmates sentenced to less than one year will serve their time at this jail. Sentences longer than one year result in transfers to either the Georgia State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page provides all the information you need regarding inmate services, including the visitation schedule, how to fund an inmate's account, sending mail, receiving phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
It's important to save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for correspondence. If you cannot locate it online, contact Tift County Jail at 229-388-6020 for help.
Phone: 229-388-6020
Physical Address:
500 Morgan Drive
Tifton, GA 31793
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Tift 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 229-388-6020 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up an Tift County offender's Criminal Court Case online.
Tift County Jail Inmate Search
The Tift County Jail maintains an average of 260 offenders in custody on any given day. The Tift 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 Tift County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 6,480 offenders.
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The 260-bed Tift County Jail is responsible for the housing and care of those who are accused or convicted of committing a misdemeanor or felony in Tift 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 Tift County Jail is located in the Tift County Law Enforcement Center which also house the Sheriff and the 911 Center. It is located on Morgan Road between Ridge Ave. South and Victory Drive in Tifton, Georgia.
Spreading out across three separate buildings and providing both indoor and outdoor spaces for inmates, the Tift County Jail was built in 1997. Some inmates may remain if they are sentenced to less than 12 months, but if they are sentenced on more serious charges, they will be transferred regardless of the length of sentence.
The campus includes a medical unit, full meal services for over 260 inmates a day, and focuses on the safety of staff, inmates, and visitors.
Staff can be contacted for basic information by phone and an online portal provides information about inmates, their bail, their charges, and potential release dates.
If you have questions regarding an inmate or the programs and services provided, the staff can be reached at 229-388-6020, 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 Tift 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#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
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#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
After arrest, individuals are processed at Tift County Jail, where they undergo a series of steps that determine their charges and whether they’ll be released on their own recognizance, allowed to post bail, or held until their court date.
The first rule for anyone arrested is to remain silent. Anything they say can be used in court, so it’s best to speak only to an attorney about the incident.
Here are the typical stages of the booking process at Tift County Jail:
Booking time varies, with some cases completed in an hour, but more complex cases, or those involving uncooperative behavior, can take up to 48 hours. If you need details about an offender’s bail or bond, contact the facility at 229-388-6020.
If someone is taken to Tift County Jail in Tifton for booking, the next steps depend on their case:
1. The individual may be released without bail, under a promise to appear at a court hearing.
2. They could be held in custody until their trial.
3. They may post a bail or bond for release. To find out the exact bail amount, call 229-388-6020.
Bail payments can be handled in various ways.
For a comprehensive guide to the bail process in Tift County, Georgia, visit the Tift County Jail Bail FAQ page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Tift County Jail? What is the Schedule?
500 Morgan Drive
Tifton, GA 31793
229-388-6020
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | no onsite visits |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | no onsite visits |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Video Visitation allows 'approved' friends, family members, attorneys and clergy of an inmate to connect with them using their computer, Securus Video Visitation app, or ‘on-site’ kiosk.
Steps:
Register and/or log in.
Select the facility of your inmate.
Review the days, available hours and the cost of remote and on-site visits.
Schedule your visit.
What is the Cost of a Remote Video Visit?
Costs vary and are subject to change, but generally visits range from $5.00 to $15.00 for a 15 to 30 minute online or on-site video visit.
How do you know if your Inmate will be available during the time you schedule?
The Securus system knows the times that Tift County Jail inmates are available for remote video visits.
It will not allow you to schedule a visit with your inmate if they are not available or the video visitation kiosk(s) in the jail are booked already.
Once you schedule a visit with your inmate they will be notified of the date and time of the visit.
Important Tips:
Your entire visit is being monitored and recorded. Do not say or do anything that you would not want being replayed in court.
You should schedule your visit, in advance, at a time that works best for you.
For best sound quality, use earbuds or headsets.
Quick & Easy Access to Important Information & Help:
Phone: 972-734-1111 or 877-578-3658
Video Tutorial on Registering for Securus Video Visits.
Frequently Asked Questions.
Tift County Jail Pricing.
Securus Contact Information.
iphone app
Android app
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tift County Jail’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 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 Tift County Jail?
500 Morgan Drive
Tifton, GA 31793
229-388-6020
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
ON SITE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | no onsite visits |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | no onsite visits |
Schedule Video Visits online with Securus
REMOTE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SUNDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| MONDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| TUESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| WEDNESDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| THURSDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| FRIDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
| SATURDAY | 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM |
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tift County Jail’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Tift County Jail?
Inmates are allowed to have an account at the facility in order to purchase commissary items such as snacks, hygeine products, phone cards and stationary. These are the instructions on how to deposit money with them, pick up money they had with them when they were arrested, and how much money they need.
For complete information on inmate money and commissary issues, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tift County Jail’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Tift County Jail?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Tift 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 Tift 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 Tift County Jail’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Tift County Jail, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Tift 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 Tift 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#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
Legal Mail
Send all Legal Mail to this Address:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
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 Tift 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 Tift 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#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
For inmates receiving mail in the Tift 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 Tift County Jail:
Inmate's Full Name & Inmate ID#
Tift County Jail
500 Morgan Drive
PO Box 46
Tifton, GA 31793
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 Tift County Jail’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Tift County Jail, and what can I purchase?
Ordering from CommissaryOrder.com is a simple process:
Commissary Order Fees
In addition to the items you purchase, you will pay a ‘service fee’ for each item selected. The first item you select will cost you a fee of $2.00-3.00, then an additional $0.35 to $0.50 for each item you select after that.
Maximum Amount
Tift County Jail only allows you to purchase a maximum amount of $200.00 worth of products at a time.
Items you may Purchase from CommissaryDeposit.com:
Customer Support
- CommissaryOrder.com only provides customer support via email at Support@CommissaryOrder.com
Inmates are allowed to have an account at the facility in order to purchase commissary items such as snacks, hygeine products, phone cards and stationary. These are the instructions on how to deposit money with them, pick up money they had with them when they were arrested, and how much money they need.
For complete information on inmate money and commissary issues, check out our Inmate Money page.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Tift County Jail’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Tift 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 Tift County Jail’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Tift 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 Tift County Jail’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 229-388-6020 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Tift County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Tift County?
This facility, known as "Tift County Jail" is also known as Tift County Sheriff, Tift County Criminal Court, Tift County Jail, Georgia, Tift.
