Who to Call at Houston County Detention: A Directory for Families

For most questions about someone housed at Houston County Detention, start with the Detention Center at (478) 218-4900. If your question goes beyond the jail itself, or you need the Sheriff's Office main office, call 478-542-2125. You can also visit the Sheriff's Office in person at 202 Carl Vinson Parkway, Warner Robins, GA 31088.

Division Numbers

• ✓ Houston County Inmate Search: (478) 218-4900
• ✓ Houston County Detention Center (main line): (478) 218-4900

• ✓ Records: (478) 542-2130
• ✓ Warrants: (478) 542-2095
• ✓ Criminal Investigations: (478) 542-2085
• ✓ Houston County Sexual Offender Registry: (478) 542-2084
• ✓ Crime Stoppers Tips Line (Police 2 Citizen): (478) 742-2330

Trying to confirm whether someone is in custody, check on their status, or just get pointed in the right direction? Call the Detention Center/Inmate Search line at (478) 218-4900. Need copies of reports or other records? Start with Records at (478) 542-2130. For questions specifically about warrant status, call Warrants at (478) 542-2095. If your question is tied to an active investigation, reach out to Criminal Investigations at (478) 542-2085. Whichever division you call, have the person's full name ready, along with any identifying details you can safely share (like date of birth). It helps staff pull up the right file faster.

1. Leave a detailed message - Include the person’s full name, what you are trying to confirm, and the best callback number. For jail-related questions, the main Detention Center line is (478) 218-4900.
2. Try another office that matches your need - If you are stuck on a paperwork or documentation issue, call Records at (478) 542-2130.
3. Use the Front Desk option for criminal history requests - If what you need is a criminal history report, the Front Desk provides this service 24/7 for individuals with valid photo ID. Employers can request it with a notarized release. The fee is $20 cash, exact change only.