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This page lists all 155 city jails in Georgia. You can browse by county below, search for specific facilities, or navigate to related pages.
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About City Jails in Georgia
Understanding city jails in the Georgia
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of city jails in Georgia. This page lists every active city jail facility operating across Georgia, giving families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, and the general public fast, reliable access to local jail information. Whether you need to locate a recently arrested loved one, find contact details for a specific facility, or simply understand how the city jail system works in Georgia, everything you need is available right here.
City Jail vs. Prison: What's the Difference?
City jails serve a very different function from state or federal prisons:
- City Jails: Locally operated facilities that hold individuals for short periods — typically those who have just been arrested, are awaiting trial, are unable to make bail, or are serving sentences of less than one year.
- County Jails: Similar to city jails but operated at the county level, serving a larger geographic area.
- State Prisons: Operated by Georgia's Department of Corrections for felony offenses with sentences longer than one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
If you're unsure where your loved one is held, use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all facility types at once.
How to Find Someone in a City Jail
When a loved one is arrested and taken to a city jail in Georgia, finding out exactly where they are being held is the first priority. Because city jails are locally operated, there is no single centralized database — which is exactly why this directory exists. Browse the list below, click on the relevant facility, and use the inmate search feature to locate your loved one quickly.
Booking & Intake Process
The booking process includes fingerprinting, photographing, health screening, and search of belongings. This can take a few hours to most of a day. During this period, the person is generally not accessible by phone or visitors.
Getting Bail
Bail is set by a judge at an arraignment, typically within 24-72 hours of arrest. A licensed bail bondsman can post bail on your behalf for a non-refundable fee of 10-15% of the total bail amount.
Hiring a Lawyer
Securing qualified legal representation as early as possible is critical. A criminal defense attorney can attend bail hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, and begin building a defense strategy from day one.
Calling an Inmate
Most city jails use third-party phone providers with outbound-only calls. Your number must be registered and a prepaid account set up. Read our calling guide for step-by-step instructions.
Sending Money
Inmates can receive money via online transfers, kiosk deposits, or money orders. Funds go to their commissary account for food, hygiene products, and phone credits. Click any facility for specific deposit methods.
Visitation
Visitation policies vary by facility. Some offer in-person visits while others use video only. Always check the specific facility's rules, visiting hours, and pre-approval requirements before making the trip.
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City Jails by County in Georgia
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Georgia has City Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the City Jails in a specific county within Georgia. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All City Jails in Georgia
Complete listing of city jails
Browse Every City Jails in Georgia
The full list of city jails in Georgia is displayed below. Each entry includes the jail's name, city, county, address, and contact information. City jails are locally operated facilities typically managed by municipal law enforcement agencies such as city police departments or local sheriff's offices. They primarily house individuals who have been recently arrested, are awaiting arraignment or bail hearings, or are serving short-term sentences.
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Tybee Island Jail
78 Van Horne Drive
PO Box 1340, Tybee Island, GA 31328
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Chatham | View Details |
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Summerville Jail
180 Cox St, Summerville, GA 30747
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Chattooga | View Details |
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Ball Ground Jail
215 Valley St
PO Box 285, Ball Ground, GA 30107
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Canton Jail
221 East Marietta St, Canton, GA 30114
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Holly Springs Jail
3235 Holly Springs Parkway, Holly Springs, GA 30142
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Nelson Jail
1985 Kennesaw Ave
PO Box 100, Nelson, GA 30151
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Woodstock Jail
12453 Hwy 92, Woodstock, GA 30188
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Cherokee | View Details |
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Forest Park Jail
320 Cash Memorial Blvd, Forest Park, GA 30297
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Clayton | View Details |
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Jonesboro Jail
170 South Main St, Jonesboro, GA 30236
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Clayton | View Details |
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Riverdale City Jail
6690 Church St, Riverdale, GA 30274
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Clayton | View Details |
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Homerville Jail
20 South College St Suite B
PO Box 535, Homerville, GA 31634
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Clinch | View Details |
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Acworth Detention Center
4400 Acworth Industrial Drive, Acworth, GA 30101
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Cobb | View Details |
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Austell Jail
2721 Joe Jerkins Blvd, Austell, GA 30106
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Cobb | View Details |
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Kennesaw Jail
2539 J.O. Stephenson Ave, Kennesaw, GA 30144
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Cobb | View Details |
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Marietta Jail
240 Lemon St, Marietta, GA 30060
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Cobb | View Details |
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Powder Springs Jail
1114 Richard D. Sailors Parkway
PO Box 46, Powder Springs, G...
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Cobb | View Details |
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Smyrna Jail
2646 Atlanta Road, Smyrna, GA 30080-2118
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Cobb | View Details |
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Broxton Jail
100 Church St, Broxton, GA 31519
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Coffee | View Details |
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Douglas Jail
210 West Jackson St, Douglas, GA 31533
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Coffee | View Details |
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Moultrie Jail
128 First St Southeast, Moultrie, GA 31768
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Colquitt | View Details |
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Harlem Jail
180 North Louisville St
PO Box 99, Harlem, GA 30814
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Columbia | View Details |
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Newnan Jail
25 Jefferson St, Newnan, GA 30263
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Coweta | View Details |
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Senoia Jail
66 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276
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Coweta | View Details |
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Cordele Public Safety Jail
501 North 7th St, Cordele, GA 31015-4366
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Crisp | View Details |
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Avondale Estates Jail
21 North Avondale Plaza, Avondale Estates, GA 30002
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DeKalb | View Details |
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