Monroe County Detention Center

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Monroe County Detention Center gives you a few ways to communicate with someone in custody: phone calls, video visits, and electronic messaging, typically provided through third‑party vendors. Rules, schedules, and fees can vary by vendor, and many services require you to create an account and add funds before you can receive calls or schedule video sessions. Keep in mind that calls and messages are commonly monitored, and the person inside may need to add you to an approved contact list before communication is allowed. For at‑home video visits, plan to use a computer with a webcam or a smartphone/tablet with a camera and microphone, plus a stable internet connection. Questions? Contact Erin Barry (erinbarry@monroecounty.gov, 753-4441), John Brophy (johnbrophy@monroecounty.gov, 753-4042), Rhonda Jackson (rhondajackson@monroecounty.gov, 753-4207), or Brendan Warren (brendanwarren@monroecounty.gov, 753-4914).

Sending mail to someone at Monroe County Detention Center takes a little planning, but it’s manageable once you know the basics. In Georgia, non‑privileged personal mail is commonly inspected for contraband and may be routed through a central processing service where pages are opened, scanned, and delivered electronically rather than as original paper—so expect screening and possible digitization. Legal or privileged mail is handled differently and is typically opened in front of the inmate without being read by staff. To avoid delays, put the inmate’s full name and GDC/inmate number on every item, and confirm you’re using the correct facility mailing address before sending. For books, bulk items, or commissary purchases, plan to order through approved vendors and watch deadlines, consolidation rules, and item limits.

Public, facility-specific payment information for Monroe County Detention Center is limited. The only county-level payment detail on record is that Monroe County Environmental Health/Permits accepts invoice payments through an online credit-card form and directs questions to the phone number printed on the invoice. If you’re trying to send money to an inmate, common methods used in Georgia include online transfers through third-party vendors, lobby kiosks or ATMs, and mailed money orders (often paired with a facility voucher). Online and phone deposits typically ask for the state, facility name, and the inmate’s name or ID to credit the right account. Also, deposited funds may be applied to outstanding debts or booking charges first, and some facilities restrict who can send money. Confirm the accepted vendor, fees, and exact steps before you send funds.