How to Find Out If Someone Is in Gallia County Jail Right Now

Start with the Gallia County Jail's public "current inmates" search, powered by JDS Inc. This is the tool the jail directs families to for checking custody status. You'll typically find booking details and the inmate ID number here, which you'll need later for mail and account deposits.

1. Open the JDS Inc. inmate search listed for Gallia County Jail: Start from the jail’s posted “search for current inmates” option so you’re on the right county’s page.
2. Enter the person’s name: Use the name fields provided. If you’re not sure about spelling, try a couple variations.
3. Run the search: Submit the search and wait for the results list to load.
4. Confirm you have the right person: Review the result details carefully, especially if the name is common.
5. Write down the inmate ID: If the listing shows an inmate ID number, save it. You’ll often need that number for mail and other jail services.

When you find the right listing, jot down the inmate ID shown on the results page. You'll need that number for addressing mail and handling account-related tasks.

Gallia County also posts a "CurrentInmates" PDF (filenames look like "CurrentInmates_2026-01-27_22-07.pdf"). This is a roster snapshot, not a live feed. The filename reflects when it was generated, and the list changes as people are booked or released.

Can't find someone online, or the information looks outdated? Call the jail directly. The main number is (740) 441-2055. For records questions, contact Records Clerk April Montgomery at (740) 208-2115, or try the additional records line at (740) 446-4612 ext 3012.

• ✓ Ask to confirm whether the person is currently in custody at Gallia County Jail
• ✓ Provide the person’s full name (and any alternate spellings you’ve tried)
• ✓ If you have it, provide date of birth
• ✓ Share an approximate booking date or timeframe, if you know it
• ✓ If you already found it online, give the inmate ID number
• ✓ If you’re calling a records line, ask for Records Clerk April Montgomery at (740) 208-2115, or use (740) 446-4612 ext 3012

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• ✓ Use the person’s full legal name, and try alternate spellings if nothing comes up
• ✓ If more than one result appears, narrow it down with date of birth when you can
• ✓ Once you find the right listing, write down the inmate ID number for future steps
• ✓ When sending mail, include the inmate’s ID number on the envelope
• ✓ Mail should be addressed to: Gallia County Jail, 18 Locust St., Gallipolis, Ohio 45631

Need to fax paperwork to the jail? The fax number is (740) 441-4804.