Phone & Messaging
How to Contact an Inmate at Facility
Staying in touch is possible, but phone rules can be strict. Start with the basics below, then confirm details with the facility so your calls don't get blocked or cut short.
Contact an Inmate at Gilmer County Detention Center, GA.
Mail, photos, messaging, and phone/call options for staying in touch.
Overview
Gilmer County Detention Center uses JPay for video visits and email. A 30-minute JPay video visit costs $3.95. JPay email messages require a $0.35 electronic stamp fee, so budget for both visiting and messaging. Phone calls follow strict rules: calls may be monitored or recorded, call forwarding and three-way calling are prohibited, and each call is limited to 25 minutes. Calls must go to numbers on the offender's Call Allow List. To receive calls, set up a prepaid collect or direct-bill phone account with Securus through their website or by calling 1-800-844-6591. For at-home video visits, verify your vendor account and make sure your device has a working camera, microphone, and stable internet before scheduling.
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Quick Facts
- JPay video visitation costs $3.95 for 30 minutes.
- JPay charges a $0.35 electronic stamp fee for email messages.
- Calls may be monitored or recorded, cannot be forwarded or three-way, and are limited to 25 minutes to numbers on the offender’s Call Allow List.
- Friends and family can set up a prepaid collect or direct-bill account with Securus via the Securus website or by calling 1-800-844-6591.
Contact & Communication Guides
Ordering a Food Package for an Inmate (Union Supply) — What Gilmer County Families Should Know
Before placing an order, confirm that Union Supply is the package vendor for the facility where your loved one is housed. In Georgia, vendor programs vary by facility—Riverbend Private Prison, for instance, uses Access Securepak instead of Union Supply until further notice. Your safest first step: call Gilmer County Detention Center directly to verify which package program they accept and whether food packages go through Union Supply or another vendor.
Setting Up a Phone Account with Securus for Loved Ones at Gilmer County Jail
Setting up phone calls is usually one of the first things you tackle after someone gets booked in. Gilmer County Jail uses Securus for calls, and you have a couple of account options depending on how you want to pay.
Common Questions
How much does a video visit cost at Gilmer County Detention Center?
JPay video visits cost $3.95 for 30 minutes.
Are inmate phone calls at Gilmer County Detention Center monitored or time-limited?
Yes. Calls may be monitored or recorded and are limited to 25 minutes. Call forwarding and three-way calling are not allowed, and calls must go to numbers on the offender’s Call Allow List.
How do I set up a prepaid phone account so I can receive calls from someone at Gilmer County?
Set up a prepaid collect or direct-bill account with Securus on their website or by calling 1-800-844-6591. Before scheduling at-home video visits, verify your vendor account and confirm your device has a working camera, microphone, and stable internet connection.
Other Guides for Gilmer County Detention Center, GA
How to add, remove, or cancel visitors for a scheduled visit (Georgia DOC process)
Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) visits are scheduled through the Georgia DOC online visitation form. Double-check that your facility uses this same system before following the steps below—some facilities handle things differently, so ask staff if you're unsure.
How to become an approved visitor (steps that follow Georgia DOC rules)
Getting approved to visit starts with paperwork. Here's how the Georgia DOC process works, plus where you'll want to double-check how Gilmer County Detention Center handles things differently.
How to Get Approved to Visit Someone at Gilmer County Detention Center
Want to visit someone at Gilmer County Detention Center? You'll need to get approved through the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) first. Once approved, you can request a scheduled visit using the state's visitation form.
