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5 Ways to Send Money to Someone at Butts County Detention Center (and the visitor-list rule)
Trying to put money on someone's account at Butts County Detention Center? Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) offers five ways to do it. But before you pick one, know this: you must be on the person's approved visitor list, or the transfer won't go through.
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Five Ways to Send Money to Someone at Butts County Detention Center (What You Need to Know)
Before you send money, confirm you're on the recipient's approved visitor list. Georgia Department of Corrections requires this for all payment methods. Without approval, your payment could get held up or rejected—so check first.
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How to Become an Approved Visitor for Someone at Butts County Detention Center
Before you can visit someone at Butts County Detention Center, you need to get approved. Start by filling out the Visitation Request Form and submitting it to the facility. Once approved, you can move on to scheduling your visit.
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Visitation
- You must complete and submit the Visitation Request Form to the facility to become an approved visitor.
- Weekend visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Wednesday of the same week.
- State-holiday visit requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday.
Communication
- JPay video visits are listed at $3.95 for 30 minutes at Butts County Detention Center.
- JPay electronic stamps cost $0.35 each.
- JPay attachment fees are $1.05 (up to 3), $2.10 (up to 6), and $3.50 (up to 10).
Mail & Letters
- Mail orders for Union Supply should be sent to 2500 Regent Blvd Dept. 421, P.O. Box 619059, Dallas, TX 75261-9059.
- You can place Union Supply orders by phone at 1-562-361-5719 or toll-free at 1-855-247-0563.
- Union Supply accepts orders by fax at 1-310-603-1188.
Sending Money
- You must be on the inmate’s approved visitor list before you can send money.
- The Georgia Department of Corrections lists five different ways to send money to an incarcerated person.
- Mailed money orders can be sent with a free money order voucher, and mail/processing can take up to two weeks.
Contact Info
- Butts County Detention Center is located at 835 Ernest Biles Drive, Jackson, GA 30233.
- Verify phone numbers and emails on the facility or county/sheriff website because third‑party directories can be outdated or incorrect.
- When calling the detention center, have the inmate’s full name and booking or ID number ready if available.
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Topic Overviews
Visitation
Start by completing the Visitation Request Form to get on the approved visitor list at Butts County Detention Center. Once approved, you'll schedule specific visits through the facility's request process—forms and online scheduling are both available. Keep deadlines in mind: weekend visit requests must be in by 5:00 PM Wednesday, and state-holiday visits need to be requested by 5:00 PM three days before the holiday. Already have a visit scheduled? You can add more visitors by locating your scheduled visitation and adding them, or cancel using the facility's cancel link. For non-immediate family or other significant relationships, the offender must start the approval process by submitting a Significant Relationship Visitor Application for review.
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Planning to stay in touch with someone at Butts County Detention Center? Know the costs upfront. JPay video visits run $3.95 for a 30-minute session. For messaging, electronic stamps cost $0.35 each, and attachments are billed in tiers: $1.05 (up to 3), $2.10 (up to 6), or $3.50 (up to 10). Before using video or messaging, you'll need to create and verify an account with the facility's communications vendor and add funds if required. Schedule visits through the vendor's system. For at-home video visits, make sure you have a device with a camera and microphone plus a stable internet connection.
Read full guideMail & Letters
Want to send a food or package order to someone at Butts County Detention Center? The Georgia Department of Corrections permits orders through Union Supply, and approved family or friends can place orders on an inmate's behalf. Mail orders to Union Supply at 2500 Regent Blvd Dept. 421, P.O. Box 619059, Dallas, TX 75261-9059. You can also call 1-562-361-5719 or toll-free at 1-855-247-0563, or fax to 1-310-603-1188. Every order includes a $2.95 shipping and handling fee (non-refundable). Orders received after the vendor deadline won't be accepted. GDC spending and weight limits apply—multiple orders may be consolidated to stay within those limits.
Read full guideSending Money
Before sending money to someone at Butts County Detention Center, you must be on the recipient's approved visitor list—no exceptions. The Georgia Department of Corrections lists five ways to send funds. Mailing a money order? You may be able to use a free money order voucher, but expect up to two weeks for mail and processing. For faster options, JPay lets you transfer money online with a credit or debit card (you'll need the inmate ID); fees vary by amount. Walk-in deposits through MoneyGram cost $4.95 per transaction (up to $5,000), while lockbox and money order deposits are free. A live agent is available 24/7 if you need help.
Read full guideCommon Questions
Showing 6 of 17How do I get approved to visit someone at Butts County Detention Center?
Complete the Visitation Request Form and submit it to get on the approved visitor list. You'll need to select an ID type on the form, and you must be 18 or older to do so.
VisitationWhat is the deadline to request a weekend visit at Butts County Detention Center?
Weekend visitation requests must be submitted by 5:00 PM on Wednesday of the same week.
VisitationHow can I add or cancel visitors for a scheduled visit at Butts County?
To add visitors, find your scheduled visitation and add additional visitors to that appointment. To cancel, use the facility’s provided link to locate and cancel the scheduled visit.
VisitationHow are significant-relationship visitors approved at Butts County Detention Center?
The offender must submit a Significant Relationship Visitor Application, which goes to the Warden/Superintendent for review. After a decision is made, the offender gets notified and must pass the decision along to the prospective visitor. The facility may ask for documentation to verify the relationship.
VisitationHow much does a JPay video visit cost at Butts County Detention Center?
A 30-minute JPay video visit at Butts County Detention Center is listed at $3.95.
CommunicationWhat does JPay charge for electronic messages and attachments at Butts County?
JPay electronic stamps cost $0.35 each. Attachment fees are tiered: $1.05 (up to 3), $2.10 (up to 6), and $3.50 (up to 10).
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Butts County Detention Center (Butts County Jail) is located at 835 Ernest Biles Drive, Jackson, GA 30233.
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