Muscogee County Prison, GA

Physical Address
700 E 10th StColumbus, GA, 31901

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Guides for This Facility

At a Glance

Visitation

  • Weekend visits are offered either Saturday 9:00 am–3:00 pm or Sunday 9:00 am–3:00 pm (visitors choose one day, not both).
  • Visitors may bring $20.00 each in quarters for on-site use.
  • Visits at Georgia facilities typically require prior approval and an appointment through the facility or department scheduling system.

Sending Money

  • Mail money orders to Muscogee County Prison, P.O. Box 84041, Columbus, GA 31908-4041.
  • You must include the inmate’s name and their state or county number on mailed money orders.
  • Mailed money orders and vouchers must match the facility’s requirements exactly to avoid processing delays.

Inmate Lookup

  • The Georgia Department of Corrections Offender Query page failed to load due to a connection error to 167.195.96.83.
  • Start searches with the GDC 'Find an Offender' and 'Find a Facility' tools to view charges, facility location, and posted release information.
  • Gather full or partial legal name, aliases, date of birth, and any GDC/booking or case number before searching.

Contact Info

  • Main telephone number: (706) 641-5800.
  • Facility fax number: (706) 641-5840.
  • For parole-date questions call the Georgia Department of Corrections at (404) 656-4987 or the Board of Pardons and Parole at (404) 656-5651.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Muscogee County Prison offers in-person weekend visits. You'll pick one day per inmate—Saturday 9:00 am–3:00 pm or Sunday 9:00 am–3:00 pm (not both). Each visitor can bring up to $20.00 in quarters for on-site use. Like most Georgia facilities, you'll need prior approval and a scheduled appointment through the facility or the department's visitation system. Session length, eligibility, and special-status restrictions vary by housing tier, so confirm any limits before you go. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID, follow the dress code, and keep your scheduling confirmation handy—missing any of these could get you turned away.

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Sending Money

Muscogee County Prison accepts mailed money orders sent to Muscogee County Prison, P.O. Box 84041, Columbus, GA 31908-4041. Use that exact address. Write the inmate's name and their state or county number on the money order so staff can credit the correct account. If you'd rather skip the mail, other options in Georgia include online transfers through approved vendors, lobby kiosks, ATM-style deposits, and vendor commissary or gift-pack channels—though availability varies by facility. Follow all mailing requirements and vendor instructions carefully. Mistakes on a money order or voucher can delay processing.

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Inmate Lookup

Searching for someone at Muscogee County Prison, GA? You may hit a snag: families report the Georgia DOC Offender Query ("Find an Offender") sometimes fails to load due to a connection error to 167.195.96.83. When the GDC search is down, gather identifiers that'll speed up your search later—full or partial legal name, any aliases, date of birth, and a GDC number or booking/case number if you have it. Then try the GDC "Find an Offender" and "Find a Facility" tools again. Be ready to accept any disclaimers required to view results. If you suspect a federal case, use the federal BOP inmate locator as a backup and retry the state query later.

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Contact

The main phone number for Muscogee County Prison is (706) 641-5800. The fax number is (706) 641-5840. For questions about parole dates, contact the Georgia Department of Corrections at (404) 656-4987 or the Board of Pardons and Parole at (404) 656-5651. Contact details can change, so verify numbers on the facility's official website or a county/state corrections page rather than relying solely on third-party directories. When you call, have the incarcerated person's full name and booking or inmate ID ready, along with your contact information and a clear explanation of what you need. Some official records or release paperwork may require a written request, ID, and fees.

Common Questions

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What days and times can I visit Muscogee County Prison?

Visits are offered either Saturday 9:00 am–3:00 pm or Sunday 9:00 am–3:00 pm. You choose one of those weekend days per inmate, not both.

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How much money can I bring as a visitor to Muscogee County Prison?

Each visitor may bring up to $20.00 in quarters for on-site use.

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Do I need to schedule my visit in advance and be on an approved list?

Yes. Most Georgia facilities require approval and a scheduled visit in advance through the facility or the department visitation system. Confirm the prison's specific approval steps, scheduling process, and eligibility rules before you go.

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Where do I mail a money order for an inmate at Muscogee County Prison?

Mail money orders to Muscogee County Prison, P.O. Box 84041, Columbus, GA 31908-4041.

Sending Money
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What information must I include on a money order sent to Muscogee County Prison?

Include the inmate’s full name and their state or county number so the funds are credited to the right account.

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Can I add money another way besides mailing a money order to Muscogee County Prison?

Yes. Common alternatives in Georgia include online transfers through approved vendors, lobby kiosk/ATM deposits, and vendor commissary or gift-pack channels, but options vary—confirm what Muscogee County Prison accepts before you send money.

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Did You Know?

The main telephone is (706) 641-5800 and the fax is (706) 641-5840.

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