Rockdale County Booking Records: Find Custody, Bond, Court, Mail & Visitation
Finding a person after a Rockdale County arrest is only the first task. Families usually need to know whether the booking is current, what the bond requires, when first appearance occurs, how video visitation works, where mail must now be sent and which court controls the case.
This guide brings those rules together in one place. Use the live Rockdale County Jail Records Inquiry only for the final custody search; the sections below explain how to verify the result and what to do next without bouncing between multiple government pages.
Rockdale County Jail Records Inquiry.
911 Chambers Drive NW, Conyers, GA 30012.
Rockdale County says the jail can house up to 720 inmates.
Choose the right custody search before assuming the person is missing
Start here when the person was booked into the county jail after a Rockdale County arrest.
Best identifier: exact name or booking information when available.
If the person has already been transferred to the Georgia Department of Corrections, the county jail roster may no longer show current custody.
If federal authorities took custody, search the Federal Bureau of Prisons rather than assuming a Rockdale record should remain visible.
How to run a Rockdale County Jail inmate search
How to understand a Rockdale County booking result
A jail record is an operational custody record. It is not a final criminal-history report and it does not tell you the final outcome of the court case.
| Information | What it tells you | What to do next |
|---|---|---|
| Booking / inmate number | Identifies the jail booking. | Save it for deposits, mail and jail-service questions. |
| Booking date | When the person entered county booking. | Compare it with the known arrest timeline. |
| Arresting agency | Shows which law-enforcement agency initiated the arrest when displayed. | Useful when requesting an incident or arrest report. |
| Charge | The allegation associated with the booking or case. | Check the court record for amendments, hearings or disposition. |
| Bond | The amount or bond status currently associated with the case. | Confirm all cases and holds before paying. |
| Case number | The identifier used by the court system. | Use it in re:SearchGA or when calling the Clerk. |
| Custody / location | Shows where the person is currently assigned when available. | Reconfirm before planning a visit or release pickup. |
| Release information | May indicate release status or timing when available. | Call the jail before relying on a pickup time. |
No Rockdale County inmate found? Follow this order
Booking, first appearance and the first 72 hours
A person may move through intake, identification, housing, bond review and first appearance before family members have complete information.
Current Rockdale County first-appearance schedule
| Day | Format | Published start time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | In person | 9:30 a.m. |
| Tuesday | Virtual | 9:30 a.m. |
| Wednesday | In person | 9:30 a.m. |
| Thursday | Virtual | 9:30 a.m. |
| Friday | Virtual | 9:30 a.m. |
| Sunday | Virtual | 9:30 a.m. |
Rockdale County cash bond, property bond and professional bond options
The correct bond route depends on the court order and type of security available. Before paying anything, verify every case attached to the inmate and ask whether another hold or warrant could prevent release.
Cash bond
Rockdale County states that a cash bond may be paid with cash or a cashier’s check equal to the total amount of the bond.
Call the Bonding Clerk at 770-278-8204 to confirm the current amount, payee, identification and any case-specific requirements.
Property bond requirements
| Requirement | Current county rule | What to bring or do |
|---|---|---|
| Business hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. | Do not arrive after hours expecting a property bond to be processed. |
| Property equity | Equity must generally equal at least twice the bond value. | Know the property value and current mortgage balance. |
| Ownership | All owners of record shown on the deed must sign the property-bond affidavit. | All listed owners should be available with acceptable identification. |
| Deed | Warranty deed or quitclaim deed is required for the security review. | Bring the property document requested by the Sheriff’s Office. |
| Tax status | A current real-estate tax receipt is required and property fees must be current. | Bring current proof rather than an older tax statement. |
| Mortgage | A current mortgage statement is used to calculate equity. | Bring the latest statement showing the balance. |
| Bond fee | $20 cash fee. | Rockdale County says exact change is required. |
| $25,000+ bond | Requires a title search by a licensed attorney in good standing. | Allow up to five business days for completion under the Sheriff’s published procedure. |
Rockdale County Jail video visitation: setup, approval and schedule
Rockdale County uses Securus for virtual at-home visitation. The process has two timing rules that families often miss: the inmate generally must have been booked for at least 24 hours, and a new visitor account may take about 24 hours for Inmate Affairs approval.
| Day | Available hours | Visit length |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 5:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | 20 minutes |
| Saturday | 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | 20 minutes |
| Sunday | 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. | 20 minutes |
Use for jail-specific visitor approval or inmate-service questions.
Use for account or platform problems.
How to send money to a Rockdale County Jail inmate
Rockdale County’s inmate-services page directs families to JailATM for electronic deposits. The Sheriff’s current mail procedure also confirms that money orders remain accepted at the facility.
Use JailATM and select the correct Rockdale County inmate. Verify the inmate name and number before completing payment.
The Sheriff’s February 2025 mail procedure states that money orders continue to be accepted at the jail with the inmate’s name and the words “Money Order” written on the front.
Before sending any funds
Rockdale County Jail inmate mail now goes to an Atlanta processing address
Inmate Name / Inmate Number
925B Peachtree St. NE, Box 2062
Atlanta, GA 30309
Personal correspondence sent to this processing address is scanned into the inmate’s JailATM communication account for electronic access.
Mail-routing rules that prevent a major mistake
| Item | Where it goes | Important rule |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary personal letters | JailATM processing address, 925B Peachtree St. NE, Box 2062, Atlanta, GA 30309. | Do not mail ordinary personal correspondence directly to the jail. |
| Legal mail | Rockdale County Jail facility. | Must come from the attorney of record and be clearly marked “Private Legal Mail,” with inmate name and cell location. |
| Business or administrative forms needing inmate signature | Bring directly to the facility. | Do not mix personal correspondence into the business paperwork. |
| Money orders | Continue to be accepted at the facility. | Include the inmate name and mark “Money Order” on the front. |
Rockdale County Jail phone and communication questions
Rockdale County publicly identifies Securus for remote visitation, but the jail information reviewed for this guide does not publish a current facility-specific inmate telephone rate table. That is important because old third-party pages can show stale vendor names or prices.
Call Inmate Affairs at 770-278-8209 before funding an unfamiliar phone or messaging service.
Call 1-800-844-6591.
Find the Rockdale County criminal case and next court information
Rockdale County’s court-access system changed in 2026. The Clerk states that support for its older Public Access system ended January 1, 2026 and directs users to re:SearchGA for current electronic court-record access.
| Office | Best for | Phone / detail |
|---|---|---|
| Clerk of Superior & State Courts | General case records and court access. | 770-278-7900 |
| Superior Court Criminal | Felony files, dispositions and felony court-date information. | 770-278-7922 |
| State Court Criminal | State Court criminal and misdemeanor matters. | 770-278-7871 |
| District Attorney | Case-status or prosecution questions where appropriate. | 770-278-7990 |
Conyers, GA 30012
Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Clerk lists cash, money orders and qualifying attorney/business checks among accepted office payment methods and does not accept personal checks.
Need an incident report, accident report or body-camera record?
A jail roster is not the same as the underlying police report. Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office has a separate Open Records process for releasable agency records.
| Record type | Published fee | Useful when |
|---|---|---|
| Incident report | $0.10 per page | You need a releasable law-enforcement incident record rather than only the booking entry. |
| Accident report | $5 per report/copy | The event involved a traffic collision investigated by the Sheriff’s Office. |
| Body camera / dash camera | $10 per video plus applicable processing fees | You are requesting releasable video evidence under the county’s records process. |
Release and transfer: what to do when the inmate disappears from the roster
Rockdale County Jail contact directory by problem
| Your question | Best contact | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Is this person still in jail? | Rockdale County Jail | 770-278-8265 |
| Visitation, inmate services or account approval? | Inmate Affairs | 770-278-8209 |
| Property or cash bond requirements? | Bonding Clerk | 770-278-8204 |
| General Sheriff’s Office question? | Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office | 770-278-8000 |
| Non-emergency law-enforcement dispatch? | Non-Emergency Dispatch | 770-483-4200 |
| Court record or case lookup? | Clerk of Superior & State Courts | 770-278-7900 |
| Felony criminal file? | Superior Court Criminal | 770-278-7922 |
| State Court criminal case? | State Court Criminal | 770-278-7871 |
Conyers, GA 30012
Jail: 770-278-8265
Conyers, GA 30012
Clerk: 770-278-7900
Rockdale County inmate-search tips that prevent common mistakes
It is much more reliable than repeatedly searching a common name.
The inmate generally must be booked for 24 hours before remote visitation can be arranged.
Since February 10, 2025, ordinary personal mail uses the Atlanta JailATM processing address.
Rockdale County lists a $20 cash bond fee and says exact change is required.
Property used for bond generally needs equity equal to at least twice the bond value.
A property bond of $25,000 or more requires a qualifying attorney title search.
The Clerk ended support for the former Public Access system on January 1, 2026.
A released person may disappear from current custody while the court case remains active.
Housing, bond and release status can change faster than an informational article can update.
Official actions and source verification
The important Rockdale County rules have been summarized inside this article. Use the external systems below only when the task actually requires a live government or approved-provider action.
- Rockdale County Sheriff jail and inmate-services pages
- Rockdale County remote-visitation procedures
- February 10, 2025 inmate-mail procedure
- Rockdale County cash/property bonding requirements
- Rockdale County first-appearance schedule
- Rockdale County Clerk 2026 court-access information
- Rockdale County Sheriff’s Open Records fee information
Rockdale County Jail inmate search FAQs
How do I search for an inmate in Rockdale County Jail?
Use the official Rockdale County Jail Records Inquiry portal. Start with the person’s name, then verify booking, custody, charge, bond and case information before taking action.
What is the Rockdale County Jail phone number?
Call 770-278-8265. For inmate-service questions, Inmate Affairs is available at 770-278-8209.
Where is Rockdale County Jail?
The jail is located at 911 Chambers Drive NW, Conyers, GA 30012.
Why can I not find someone in the inmate search?
The booking may still be processing, the name may be entered differently, the person may have been released or transferred, or another agency may have custody. Retry with fewer fields and call the jail if needed.
When is first appearance?
The Sheriff’s Office currently lists hearings beginning at 9:30 a.m.: in person Monday and Wednesday, and virtual Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Court scheduling can change.
How does remote visitation work?
Rockdale County uses Securus. The inmate generally must have been booked for at least 24 hours. Create the visitor account, allow approximately 24 hours for Inmate Affairs approval and then schedule the 20-minute visit.
What are at-home visitation hours?
Monday through Friday: 5:30 p.m.–10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.–10 p.m.
How do I send money to an inmate?
The Sheriff’s Office directs electronic deposits through JailATM. The current mail procedure also says money orders remain accepted at the facility when properly marked with the inmate’s name.
Where do I send personal inmate mail?
Mail it to JailATM.com – Rockdale County Jail, Inmate Name / Inmate Number, 925B Peachtree St. NE, Box 2062, Atlanta, GA 30309. Ordinary personal mail sent directly to the jail is no longer accepted.
What does Rockdale County require for a property bond?
Property bonds are accepted Monday–Friday from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. Equity generally must be at least twice the bond value, all owners of record must sign, and supporting deed, tax and mortgage documents are required. The county lists a $20 cash fee with exact change.