Located in Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio, the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point is a 60-bed jail. You can call them 24 hours a day for inmate information at 513-946-6300.
This facility handles the booking and processing of offenders arrested for misdemeanors and felonies. Inmates remain in custody until they are either bonded out, released on recognizance, or held until their trial is settled.
The inmate search tool provides access to the jail's roster of those in custody.
Individuals sentenced to less than one year will serve their time here. Those sentenced to more than a year are transferred to either the Ohio State Prison System or the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
This page offers detailed information on services such as the visitation schedule, inmate account funding, mail, phone calls, voicemail, emailing and texting, tablet rentals, bail bond details, and commissary purchases.
Save the inmate's jail ID or booking number for future communication needs. If it’s not available online, call Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point at 513-946-6300 for assistance.
Phone: 513-946-6300
Physical Address:
2605 Woodburn Ave
Cincinnati, OH 45206
Mailing Address (personal mail):
Inmate's Full Name & Securus ID# (Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day) - Hamilton County Justice Center
CIO Securus Digital Mail Center – Hamilton County Justice Center-OH
PO BOX 20887
Tampa, FL 33622
Securus ID# is: Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day
Mailing Address (legal mail or subscriptions):
Inmate's Full Name & Securus ID# (Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day) - Hamilton County Justice Center
Hamilton County Justice Center
900 Sycamore Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Other Jails and Prisons
To search for an inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, 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 513-946-6300 for the information you are looking for. You can also look up Hamilton County Criminal Court Cases online, as well as cases in every other county in Ohio.
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Inmate Search
The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point maintains an average of 60 offenders in custody on any given day. The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County law enforcement agencies arrest and detain approximately 32,640 offenders.
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Serving the medium security needs of the community, Turning Point is a part of the Hamilton County Jail system. Males who are convicted either for state or federal crimes are housed here while they serve their sentence.
It holds up to 60 inmates at one time, which is the most that is allowed under local regulations. It is made up of one main building with two extensions that provide space for the offices as well as the cell blocks needed for housing. It partakes in the additional programming to support recovery from drug and alcohol abuse and other supports.
Within the jail is a set of video visitation centers so that visitors may attend their 45 minute visits at the jail itself. The Turning Point program is offered to offenders who have been charged and convicted of drug or alcohol related offenses. They are provided with a 30 to 45 day program to treat addiction and to learn new skills and coping strategies to prevent a return to either substance abuse or jail. To begin the program a referral is required, followed by an assessment and then programs are created to help that inmate to become more prepared for employment, provide therapy, and supports to prevent relapse while supporting and preparing inmates for those who will soon be re-entering society.
Visits are permitted during the week remotely from 9am until 8:40pm and Sundays from 11am until 8:40pm.
After an arrest, individuals are transported to Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point for the booking process. This procedure ensures the person’s identity, assesses charges, and determines if they will be released, eligible for bail, or detained until court.
Remaining silent during this process is vital. Anything said could be used as evidence, so it’s wise to wait for an attorney before speaking about the arrest.
Here’s a breakdown of the booking steps at Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point:
The booking process varies in duration, taking anywhere from an hour to 48 hours. For questions about an arrestee’s bond, call the facility at 513-946-6300.
When an individual is arrested and booked at Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point in Cincinnati, the outcomes include:
1. Release without bail, under the condition they appear for their court date.
2. Remain in custody until the court appearance.
3. Post a bail or bond for release. Contact 513-946-6300 for specific bail amounts.
Bail payments can be made in different ways.
For further information on posting bail in Hamilton County, Ohio, visit the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point Bail Information Page.
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How Do You Visit an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point? What is the Schedule?
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point
INMATE VISITATION SCHEDULE
| DAY | TIME |
| SATURDAY | 3:30PM-5:30PM |
| SUNDAY | 3:30PM-5:30PM |
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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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.
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point?
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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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.
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Video Remote Visitation Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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How Do You Deposit Money for an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point?
There are two options for putting money on an inmate's books:
Choice 1 - Deposit Inmate Money Online
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses CommissaryDeposit.com 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.
Choice 2 - 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.
Make the Money Order out to the inmate's name and put their Inmate ID# in memo section of the Money Order.
**Call 513-946-6300 first to ask Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point if this option is still available.
To deposit money in an Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Hamilton County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Hamilton County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Money and Trust Fund Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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How Do I Receive Phone Calls from an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point?
To set up a phone account so that your inmate can call you from Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Phone Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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How do I Mail an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, and what can I send them?
Postcards
The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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.
Envelopes
The Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point also allows envelopes to be mailed to inmates. Anything that cannot be scanned will be returned to sender. This includes, but is not limited to, paper that exceeds 8.5 x 11 inches, all non-paper items and bound items, such as booklets or books. Any persons sending in any original personal documents, civilian pictures, drawings, etc., that wish to have these returned to them must include a self-addressed, stamped envelope included with the original mail.
Postcards and envelopes MUST be mailed to the following address:
Inmate's Full Name & Securus ID# (Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day) - Hamilton County Justice Center
CIO Securus Digital Mail Center – Hamilton County Justice Center-OH
PO BOX 20887
Tampa, FL 33622
Securus ID# is: Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day
The Securus ID# is comprised of the Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day
Newspapers
Local or national newspapers may also be mailed to the inmate as long as they are mailed directly from the newspaper 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 above.
Books must NOT contain images or content that are considered excessively violent, pornographic or obscene. Any book that does not meet the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point standards will be disposed of. No more than three books may be shipped at any one time.
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 & Securus ID# (Inmate’s Control number + 2 digit birth month + 2 digit birth day) - Hamilton County Justice Center
Hamilton County Justice Center
900 Sycamore Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Inmate Mail Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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Can I purchase Commissary Online for an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, 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
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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
Inmate Money Deposit Option
If you do NOT want to choose the commissary items for your inmate, but have them decide for themselves, go to CommissaryDeposit.com and send them money direct so they can purchase the items they want.
The fees to send money directly to your inmate are as follows:
$0.01 - $25.00 = $3.25 + 3%
$25.01 - $100 = $4.50 + 3%
$100.01 to $200 = $6.00 + 3%
$200.01 & up = $7.50 + 3%
(NOTE: The maximum allowed deposit is $260.00)
To deposit money in an Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point inmate's commissary account follow these instructions:
Note: You will be charged a fee to send money to your Hamilton County inmate. In addition, there is a maximum amount you can send.
Contact Information
Customer Support page.
Customer Support phone: 912-584-6102
Email - Support@commdeposit.com
Customer Support Hours - Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM EST
For complete information on fees, products, policies, deadlines, rules, minimum and maximum deposits and all the information you need to know regarding depositing money for your inmate in Hamilton County, go to our Send Money Page for details.
We’ve compiled a list of Frequently Asked Questions and Answers for everything you need to know about Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Commissary Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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How Can I Communicate with an Inmate in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County inmate, do the following:
Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point uses Securus eMessaging for Inmate Email.
Register here. (You are already registered if you signed up with Securus for 'Phone' or 'Remote Visitation' in Hamilton County or any jail or prison in the country).
Steps:
1. Sign up for eMessaging
2. Find your Hamilton County inmate.
3. Purchase a book of Securus ‘stamps’.
4. Type & Send message.
For all Hamilton County information for sending secure messages to an inmate in Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point, 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Text and Email Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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Do Inmates in the Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point 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 Hamilton County follow these instructions:
If you have any questions:
For all Hamilton 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 Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point’s Tablet Policies, Rules and Guidelines. If you still have questions after reviewing these FAQs, call 513-946-6300 for further assistance.
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What are the other City and County Jails in Hamilton County?
What are the other Jails in the Neighboring Counties surrounding Hamilton County?
This facility, known as "Hamilton County Jail - Turning Point" is also known as Woodburn Ave. Facility, Hamilton County Corrections, Hamilton County Turning Point, Hamilton County Turning Point, Ohio, Hamilton.
