What phone number should I call for Clayton County Jail inmate information?

The Georgia Department of Corrections lists the Clayton County Jail primary number as 770-477-4413. Clayton County lists the Sheriff's Office at 770-477-4479 and an inmate-record assistance line at 770-477-4441 during published weekday business hours.

Where is Clayton County Jail located?

Clayton County Jail and the Sheriff's Office are located at 9157 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro, Georgia 30236. The adjacent Harold R. Banke Justice Center at 9151 Tara Boulevard contains court facilities, so verify which address you need before traveling.

Can I search Clayton County bookings by date?

Yes. The official Clayton County inmate-search page provides recent-booking options for the past 48 hours, 14 days, and 31 days in addition to its name search.

Why can I not find someone in the Clayton County inmate search?

The person may still be completing booking, may be recorded under another spelling, may have been released or transferred, or may be held by a city police department, another county, the Georgia Department of Corrections, or a federal agency. Search with fewer fields, try the recent-booking lists, and call the jail with the full name and date of birth.

How do I check a Clayton County criminal court case?

Use Clayton County's official Court Case Inquiry and select the criminal name-search or case-search option. Superior Court handles felony cases, State Court handles misdemeanors and traffic matters, and Magistrate Court handles warrants, first appearances, bond hearings, and preliminary criminal proceedings.

How do I contact the Clayton County Public Defender?

The Clayton County Circuit Public Defender's main office is at 6525 Professional Place, Riverdale, Georgia 30274. The telephone number is 678-479-5036 and the published email is info.defender@claytoncountyga.gov.

How do I confirm Clayton County Jail visitation rules?

Call Clayton County Jail before traveling and provide the inmate's full name and booking or LE number. Ask whether visitation is on-site or remote, the available day and time for the inmate's housing unit, the scheduling deadline, accepted identification, minor-child rules, dress code, arrival time, and prohibited items. Do not use the separate Clayton County Prison visitation schedule for a county-jail inmate.

How do I send money or mail to a Clayton County Jail inmate?

First confirm the inmate's current facility and obtain the exact booking or LE number. Then call Clayton County Jail to verify the current deposit vendor, fees, deposit limits, mailing address, accepted mail format, and prohibited items. Do not follow the Clayton County Prison money or mail instructions unless the person is actually housed at the Lovejoy prison.

How do I request an older Clayton County inmate record?

Use Clayton County's public-records process when the online 48-hour, 14-day, or 31-day booking tools do not provide the record needed. Include the person's full name, date of birth, approximate booking date, arresting agency, and the exact record requested.

Clayton County, GA Jail Inmate Search & Roster 2026

Q: How do I search for an inmate in Clayton County Jail?

Use the official Clayton County Inmate Information Search. Search by name, or use the booking-date options for the past 48 hours, 14 days, or 31 days. Start with the last name and add more detail only when several possible matches appear.

Q: Are Clayton County Jail and Clayton County Prison the same facility?

No. Clayton County Jail is operated by the Sheriff's Office at 9157 Tara Boulevard in Jonesboro. Clayton County Prison is operated by the county Corrections Department at 11420 S.L.R. Boulevard in Lovejoy. Their visitation, mail, money, phone, and custody procedures should not be mixed.

Clayton County, Georgia · Jail lookup and family action guide

Clayton County Inmate Lookup: Booking, Bond, Court, Visit and Jail Help

The official Clayton County search can check a person by name or show bookings from the past 48 hours, 14 days, or 31 days. The difficult part comes after the search: confirming the right person, identifying the correct facility, understanding bond and court information, and avoiding instructions meant for the separate Clayton County Prison.

This guide puts the practical answers in one place. Use the county portal only for the live lookup or another final transaction; use the sections below to decide what to enter, who to call, where to go, and what to verify before paying money, mailing anything, or planning a visit.

Run official inmate search Call Clayton County Jail No result found?

Identity and accuracy warning: A booking entry or charge is not proof of guilt. Match the person using more than a name, and confirm custody before traveling, paying a bond, sending funds, or publishing information. Booking, housing, bond, and release data can change after court action or transfer.

Official lookup

Name search plus 48-hour, 14-day, and 31-day booking lists.

Jail primary phone

770-477-4413

Sheriff’s Office

770-477-4479

Jail address

9157 Tara Blvd., Jonesboro, GA 30236.

Facility complex

Justice Center includes a 1,536-bed detention center and courts.

Start with the right search

Choose the fastest Clayton County inmate-search route

I know the person’s name

Search the last name first. Add the first name only when the list is too broad.

The arrest was recent

Open the 48-hour booking list. Use the 14-day or 31-day list when the exact day is uncertain.

I need an older record

Check the court case, then use the county public-records process if the online booking windows do not reach far enough.

Fastest practical method: Search the last name, check the likely booking-date range, then save the booking or LE identifier before calling another office.

60-second workflow

How to use the Clayton County Jail inmate search

Open the county’s live inmate page The official page provides a name search and separate recent-booking lists. Use it rather than a copied roster that may no longer reflect custody.

Start with the last name Do not add every known fact on the first attempt. A spelling difference, compound surname, suffix, or data-entry variation can hide the record.

Use the booking-date buttons Choose the past 48 hours for a very recent arrest, 14 days for an arrest within two weeks, or 31 days when the date is uncertain.

Compare the likely records Review the full name, booking or LE number, booking date, arresting agency, charges, bond information, and custody status when those fields are available.

Save the identifying number Write down the booking or LE number exactly. It may be required for calls, visitation, mail, deposits, court questions, and property issues.

Confirm before taking action Call 770-477-4413 when a booking is new, the record is unclear, the person has a common name, or a release or transfer may be underway.

Open live Clayton County search Call jail primary line

How to understand a Clayton County booking result

The jail record answers a custody question. It does not replace the criminal court file and does not establish guilt.

Common booking fields and the correct next step
Field	What it means	What to do next
Booking or LE number	The local identifier connected with the person’s jail record.	Use it whenever the jail, court, mailroom, deposit service, or visitor system requests an inmate identifier.
Booking date	The date the person entered the county booking process.	Compare it with the arrest date and use it to separate a current booking from an older record.
Arresting agency	The city, county, state, or other law-enforcement agency connected with the arrest.	Contact that agency for an incident report; contact the jail for current custody.
Charge	An allegation recorded during booking.	Use the criminal court case search to check later filings, amendments, hearings, or dispositions.
Bond	The amount or status currently connected with a charge or case.	Confirm every case and hold before paying. One payable amount may not clear the entire booking.
Custody status	Whether the person appears currently housed, released, or otherwise processed.	Call before pickup or travel because a status can change during release or transfer processing.
Court or case number	The identifier used by the court system.	Use the county Court Case Inquiry for the docket and current case status.

Correct-person test: Match at least two reliable details—such as name plus date of birth, name plus booking number, or name plus case number. Never rely only on a name or photograph.

Troubleshooting

No Clayton County inmate record found? Follow this order

The arrest happened today The person may still be at a municipal holding location or completing identification, medical screening, fingerprints, property inventory, and booking.

The name may be different Try only the last name, then a maiden name, hyphen variation, suffix, alternate spelling, or omitted middle name.

The arrest date is uncertain Check all three official date ranges: 48 hours, 14 days, and 31 days.

The record was visible earlier The person may have bonded out, been released, transferred, or moved to state or federal custody.

A court case exists without a jail result The person may be out of custody, released on bond, or connected with an older case. Use the court search instead.

The person may be at Clayton County Prison The Jonesboro jail and Lovejoy prison are separate. Confirm which facility actually holds the person.

Call script “I am trying to confirm whether [full legal name], date of birth [date], is currently in Clayton County custody. The arrest may have happened on [date] through [agency]. I have [booking, LE, or case number]. Can you confirm the current facility, or whether the person was released or transferred?”

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Critical local distinction

Clayton County Jail and Clayton County Prison are not the same

This is the most common source of wrong phone calls, rejected mail, failed deposits, and missed visits.

Which Clayton County facility should you contact?
Facility	Operator and address	Typical custody question	Phone
Clayton County Jail	Sheriff’s Office, 9157 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236.	Recent arrests, pretrial detention, bond, local jail booking, and court-related custody.	770-477-4413
Clayton County Prison	County Corrections Department, 11420 S.L.R. Boulevard, Lovejoy, GA 30250.	Sentenced state inmates assigned to the county correctional facility and prison work details.	770-473-5777

Do not mix procedures: The Lovejoy prison’s visitation, money, mail, and phone pages do not automatically apply to a person held in the Jonesboro county jail. Verify the facility before following any instruction.

What happens after a Clayton County arrest?

Arresting-agency custody A city police department, Clayton County Police, the Sheriff’s Office, or another agency may initially control the person before county-jail intake.

Jail booking Identity, fingerprints, property, charges, warrants, medical information, and booking documents are processed. A public entry may not appear immediately.

First appearance and bond review Clayton County Magistrate Court handles first appearance and bond hearings. Some offenses may require a higher court or additional judicial action.

Case assignment Felony cases move through Superior Court; misdemeanor and traffic matters generally go through State Court. Magistrate Court also handles warrants and preliminary criminal proceedings.

Release, continued custody, or transfer The person may be released on bond, remain because of a no-bond matter or another hold, or later transfer to another jurisdiction or state custody.

Local geography matters: The jail is at 9157 Tara Boulevard. The adjacent Harold R. Banke Justice Center is at 9151 Tara Boulevard and contains the courts. Confirm the exact entrance and office before traveling.

Bond and release

How to handle Clayton County bond without paying the wrong case

Clayton County Magistrate Court handles first appearance and bond hearings. The jail record may show bond information, but the court controls judicial decisions.

Confirm the correct person Use the full legal name, date of birth, booking or LE number, and every available case number.

List every charge and case Do not assume one bond covers the entire booking. Ask whether any charge is no-bond or requires another court’s order.

Ask about outside holds A probation matter, another county warrant, immigration issue, state hold, or federal detainer can prevent release even after a local bond is satisfied.

Confirm the accepted bond method Ask the jail or court which methods apply to that specific case and where the transaction must occur. Do not rely on payment instructions received only by text or social media.

Keep proof of payment Save the receipt, payer information, case number, booking number, time, and office or bonding company that handled the transaction.

Confirm physical release separately Bond approval or payment does not mean the person has exited the jail. Records checks, paperwork, property return, and other holds can delay release.

Magistrate Court

770-477-3444

First appearance, bond hearings, warrants, and preliminary criminal matters.

Magistrate Clerk’s Office

770-477-3443

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., excluding holidays.

Payment-scam check: Independently call a number published by Clayton County before sending money. A legitimate official process should not depend on gift cards, cryptocurrency, an unfamiliar mobile-payment account, or secrecy from other family members.

Clayton County Jail address, contacts, capacity, and map

Clayton County Jail

9157 Tara Boulevard
Jonesboro, GA 30236

Primary: 770-477-4413

Clayton County Sheriff’s Office

9157 Tara Boulevard
Jonesboro, GA 30236

Main: 770-477-4479

Fax: 770-477-4596

Inmate-record assistance

770-477-4441

County-published weekday assistance hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Justice Center

9151 Tara Boulevard
Jonesboro, GA 30236

The county describes the complex as containing a 1,536-bed detention center, Sheriff’s headquarters, and 18 courtrooms.

Before going to Tara Boulevard

Confirm the person remains in custody

Save the booking or LE number

Know whether you need 9157 jail services or 9151 court services

Carry valid government photo identification

Confirm the service desk’s current hours

Leave prohibited property safely outside

Visit planning

How to confirm Clayton County Jail visitation before traveling

Clayton County’s current public jail pages do not present a complete, clearly indexed jail-visitation schedule during this source review. That makes a same-day confirmation call more reliable than copying a schedule from the separate county prison or a third-party jail page.

Confirm the facility first Ask whether the person is at Clayton County Jail in Jonesboro, Clayton County Prison in Lovejoy, another jail, or a state facility.

Give the identifying number Provide the exact booking or LE number, full legal name, and date of birth so staff can check the correct housing assignment.

Ask whether the visit is on-site or remote Confirm which visit types are currently offered and whether a visitor account must be approved in advance.

Ask for the inmate-specific schedule Housing, classification, court, medical movement, lockdowns, and staffing can affect availability.

Confirm identification and minor rules Ask which government IDs are accepted, whether minors need a birth certificate or guardian, and whether every visitor must be preapproved.

Confirm arrival time and prohibited items Ask how early to arrive and whether phones, bags, watches, keys, coats, or other items must remain outside.

Visit-confirmation script “I want to visit [full name], booking or LE number [number]. Is the person currently at the Jonesboro jail? What visit type is available, what day and time applies to this housing unit, how far ahead must I schedule, which ID should I bring, and what items are prohibited?”

Do not use the Lovejoy prison schedule: Clayton County Prison has its own visitation page. It does not establish the current schedule for the Sheriff’s jail in Jonesboro.

Money safety

How to send money or order commissary for a Clayton County Jail inmate

A deposit can fail when the wrong facility, inmate number, account type, or vendor is selected. Clayton County’s publicly indexed jail pages do not provide a complete current jail-deposit fee table in one place, so verify the transaction details before paying.

Confirm the person is at the Jonesboro jail, not the Lovejoy prison

Copy the exact booking or LE number

Ask for the current county-approved deposit provider

Ask whether the account is commissary, phone, or another separate balance

Confirm minimum, maximum, fee, and posting time

Save the receipt and confirmation number

Questions to answer before making a deposit
Question	Why it matters	Safe action
Which facility?	Jail and prison accounts are not interchangeable.	Confirm Jonesboro jail versus Lovejoy prison.
Which inmate number?	A name alone can match another person.	Use the booking or LE number from the official search.
Which account?	Commissary, phone, messages, and video may use different balances.	Ask what the money will fund before paying.
What is the fee?	Third-party transaction charges can change.	Review the final amount before submitting payment.
When will it post?	A pending deposit may not be available immediately.	Keep the confirmation number until the inmate verifies receipt.

Avoid the wrong official page: The county’s “Sending Money to an Inmate” page under the Corrections Department is for Clayton County Prison. Do not use its Lovejoy prison instructions for a jail detainee unless staff confirms they apply.

Mail verification

How to send mail without using the wrong Clayton County address

The jail’s public street address is 9157 Tara Boulevard, but a facility may use a separate processing address or limit the mail format. Confirm the current mailroom instructions before sending personal letters, legal mail, books, photographs, or money.

Verify the inmate is still at the jail Mail sent after release or transfer may be returned, delayed, or destroyed under facility procedures.

Ask for the exact address format Confirm whether the envelope needs the full name, booking or LE number, housing information, and a special mail-processing address.

Ask which format is accepted Confirm whether the jail accepts envelopes, postcards, scanned mail, photographs, publications, and legal correspondence.

Separate personal and legal mail Attorney correspondence may use different marking, confidentiality, or address rules.

Use a complete return address Put the sender’s legal name and full return address on the item unless the jail gives different written instructions.

Do not enclose money or prohibited property Confirm the approved deposit method separately. Avoid cash, checks, stamps, cards with electronics, staples, clips, adhesives, unknown substances, or unapproved packages.

Mailroom script “Please give me the current personal-mail address and format for [full name], booking or LE number [number]. Are envelopes accepted, or only postcards or scanned mail? Can I send photos or publisher-direct books? Is legal mail sent to a different address?”

Never substitute the prison address: Clayton County Prison uses a Lovejoy mailing address. That address should not be used for someone held at the Sheriff’s jail unless the facility specifically directs you there.

Clayton County Jail phone calls, video visits, and account troubleshooting

Inmate communication providers and fees can change. The most reliable process is to verify the active provider through the jail, then create the account using the exact inmate identifier.

Incoming calls

Do not assume the jail can transfer an ordinary personal call to an inmate. Ask how the inmate places approved outgoing calls.

Phone account

Confirm the current provider, account type, phone-number verification, funding method, fees, and refund rule.

Video account

Ask whether video visitation uses the same account, whether the visitor must be approved, and how early the session must be scheduled.

When a call is not coming through

Your carrier blocks collect calls Ask the provider whether prepaid funding or phone-number verification is required.

The inmate moved housing Access can pause during classification, court movement, lockdown, medical observation, or transfer.

The number is restricted Three-way calling, forwarding, unpaid account balances, or provider security controls may block the call.

The wrong facility was selected Make sure the account is attached to Clayton County Jail in Jonesboro—not Clayton County Prison in Lovejoy.

Court and legal help

Clayton County criminal court search, bond hearing, and public defender

Which Clayton County court handles the case?
Court or office	Role	Contact
Magistrate Court	Arrest and search warrants, first appearance, bond hearings, and preliminary criminal matters.	770-477-3444
Superior Court	Felony criminal cases prosecuted by the District Attorney.	Court Records Civil/Criminal: 770-477-3405
State Court	Misdemeanor and traffic cases prosecuted by the Solicitor General.	Use the Clerk of State Court criminal division and county court inquiry.
District Attorney	Prosecution of felony cases in Superior Court.	770-477-3450
Circuit Public Defender	Representation for qualifying people who cannot afford counsel.	678-479-5036

Copy every case number from the jail result A single booking can involve multiple cases in more than one court.

Open Clayton County Court Case Inquiry Select criminal name search or criminal case search. A case number is usually the cleanest identifier.

Check the correct court Felony matters belong in Superior Court; misdemeanor and traffic matters generally belong in State Court; initial bond and warrant matters are handled through Magistrate Court.

Confirm the next event Review court, date, time, judge, case status, and available docket entries. Recheck before traveling because calendars can change.

Contact counsel A family member may give the public defender identifying and case information, but the attorney-client relationship belongs to the accused person.

Harold R. Banke Justice Center

9151 Tara Boulevard
Jonesboro, GA 30236

Circuit Public Defender

6525 Professional Place
Riverdale, GA 30274

678-479-5036

info.defender@claytoncountyga.gov

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Property, medication, medical concerns, and urgent welfare checks

Property pickup

Ask whether the inmate must sign an authorization, which lobby handles release, the pickup hours, accepted ID, and whether all property must be collected together.

Medication or medical equipment

Never hand medication directly to an inmate. Call the jail for the medical-delivery process, approved packaging, pharmacy verification, glasses, contacts, dentures, or mobility devices.

Routine health concern

Provide the inmate’s name, booking or LE number, symptoms, known condition, medication, and the date of the last contact. Staff may be limited in what they can disclose.

Immediate danger

Call the jail and clearly state that it is an urgent safety or medical concern. For an emergency outside the facility, call 911.

Medical-concern script “I have an urgent health concern about [full name], booking or LE number [number]. The known condition is [condition], the medication is [name/dose if known], and the concerning symptoms or message occurred on [date/time]. Which medical or supervisory unit should receive this information now?”

Privacy limitation: Medical staff may accept important information without disclosing private medical details to the caller.

Older and certified records

How to request Clayton County inmate, booking, or incident records

The online inmate page is designed for current and recent searches. Use a formal records request when you need an older booking, a copy for court or employment review, a specific jail document, or an arresting-agency incident report.

Ask the agency that created or maintains the record
Record needed	Start with	Include in request
Current or recent booking	Official inmate search or Sheriff’s inmate-record assistance.	Full name, date of birth, booking date, LE or booking number.
Older jail booking or jail-maintained record	Clayton County Sheriff’s Office / public-records process.	Exact document, approximate dates, person, case, and preferred delivery format.
Police incident or arrest report	The arresting police agency.	Incident number, location, date, involved person, and report type.
Criminal case filing or disposition	Superior or State Court clerk through Court Case Inquiry.	Court, case number, party name, filing date, and document requested.
State-prison record	Georgia Department of Corrections.	GDC ID, full name, date of birth, facility, and record type.

Write a request that can be processed

Full legal name and known aliases

Date of birth

Approximate arrest and booking dates

Arresting agency

Booking, LE, incident, or case number

Exact documents and date range requested

Ask about cost before authorizing work: A records office may charge lawful search, retrieval, redaction, or copy costs. Request an estimate when the scope is broad.

Submit or locate public-record request Call inmate-record assistance

Custody notification and Clayton County victim assistance

Victims and concerned family members may use VINE when the agency and record are available. Automated alerts are helpful, but should not be the only part of a safety plan.

State Court Victim Assistance

770-477-5808

For applicable misdemeanor and State Court victim-service questions.

District Attorney

770-477-3450

Felony prosecution and related victim-service direction.

Justice Center victim services

General and Victim Services: 770-477-3380

Immediate danger

Call 911. Do not wait for an online custody update or email response.

Search or register with VINE

Release and transfer checks before arranging pickup

Bond was paid Records checks, court documents, property return, and housing movement may still be required.

Status looks released Confirm whether the person physically left, transferred, or moved to another authority.

Another hold exists The person may remain in custody even after the local case is otherwise releasable.

State sentence entered Search the Georgia Department of Corrections and ask whether transport is pending.

Federal matter appears Use the federal inmate locator and ask which agency controls custody.

Pickup time is unknown Keep transportation flexible and do not wait in an unauthorized area around the Justice Center.

Best pickup rule: Arrange transportation only after the facility confirms physical release, not merely a paid bond or changing online status.

Clayton County local tips that prevent common mistakes

Check all three date windows

The official search offers 48-hour, 14-day, and 31-day booking lists. Use them before deciding the person is not in the system.

Do not confuse 9151 and 9157

9151 Tara Boulevard is the court side of the Justice Center; 9157 is the Sheriff’s Office and jail address.

Do not confuse Jonesboro and Lovejoy

Clayton County Jail and Clayton County Prison are different facilities with different procedures.

Save the LE or booking number

It is the fastest way to reduce errors during calls, court searches, mail, money, and visitation questions.

Ask what a payment funds

Phone, commissary, video, bond, and court payments are different transactions and may use different systems.

Call before every visit

Housing, court movement, lockdown, classification, and transfer can change access after a visit was planned.

Clayton County inmate and court contact directory

Call the office that controls the problem
Your question	Office	Phone
Is the person currently at the county jail?	Clayton County Jail	770-477-4413
General Sheriff’s Office help	Clayton County Sheriff’s Office	770-477-4479
Inmate record or older docket assistance	Sheriff inmate-record assistance	770-477-4441
First appearance, bond, or warrant matter	Magistrate Court	770-477-3444
Magistrate filing or clerk question	Magistrate Clerk	770-477-3443
Felony court record	Superior Court Records	770-477-3405
Felony prosecution or victim direction	District Attorney	770-477-3450
Court-appointed defense	Circuit Public Defender	678-479-5036
Person is at Clayton County Prison	County Corrections Department	770-473-5777
Immediate emergency	Emergency services	911

Official actions and sources retained on this page

The key procedures and contacts are already explained above. These buttons remain only for searches, requests, registrations, or live records that cannot be completed inside this article.

Live jail search

Search by name or recent booking range.

Open county inmate search

Live court case

Search the criminal case by name or number.

Open court inquiry

Public-record request

Request older or specific county records.

Open public records

Georgia custody search

Use when a person may have entered state custody.

Search GDC offender records

Federal custody search

Use when a federal transfer or charge is possible.

Search federal locator

Custody notification

Search or register for available VINE alerts.

Open VINELink

Source review completed July 13, 2026: Clayton County Government inmate search, Sheriff’s Office, county directory, Justice Center directory, Magistrate Court criminal matters, Court Case Inquiry, Superior Court, State Court, Public Defender, public-record pages, Clayton County Corrections pages, and the Georgia Department of Corrections jail listing. Current jail schedules, vendors, fees, housing, and operational restrictions should be reconfirmed at the time of action.

Clayton County Jail inmate search FAQs

How do I search for an inmate in Clayton County Jail?

Use the official county inmate page. Search by name or choose the past 48 hours, 14 days, or 31 days booking list. Start with the last name and save the booking or LE number.

What is the Clayton County Jail phone number?

The Georgia Department of Corrections lists the jail primary number as 770-477-4413. The Clayton County Sheriff’s Office main number is 770-477-4479.

Where is Clayton County Jail?

The jail is at 9157 Tara Boulevard, Jonesboro, GA 30236. The adjacent court address is 9151 Tara Boulevard.

Can I search recent bookings by date?

Yes. The official search provides booking-date options for the past 48 hours, 14 days, and 31 days.

Why can I not find someone?

The person may still be in intake, listed under another spelling, released, transferred, or held by another local, state, or federal agency. Check all date ranges and call the jail.

Are Clayton County Jail and Clayton County Prison the same?

No. The jail is operated by the Sheriff in Jonesboro. The prison is operated by the Corrections Department in Lovejoy.

Where is a first appearance or bond hearing handled?

Clayton County Magistrate Court handles first appearance and bond hearings. Call 770-477-3444.

How do I check the criminal court case?

Use Clayton County Court Case Inquiry and choose criminal name search or criminal case search. Use the case number whenever possible.

How do I contact the Public Defender?

Call 678-479-5036 or email info.defender@claytoncountyga.gov.

How do I confirm visitation?

Call the jail with the full name and booking or LE number. Ask for the inmate-specific day, time, visit type, scheduling deadline, ID rules, minor rules, dress code, and prohibited items.

How do I send money or mail?

Confirm the current facility and exact inmate number first. Then ask the jail for its current approved deposit provider, fee, mailing address, accepted mail format, and prohibited items. Do not use the Lovejoy prison instructions for a Jonesboro jail inmate.

How do I obtain an older inmate record?

Use the county public-records process. Include the full name, date of birth, approximate booking date, arresting agency, booking or LE number, and the exact record requested.