Putnam County Jail, FL

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130 Orie Griffin BlvdPalatka, FL, 32177

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At a Glance

Visitation

  • All visits are monitored and recorded, and the director of corrections or a designee may deny visitation to maintain safety, security, or good order.
  • Remote video and on‑demand visitation are available seven days a week during specified time blocks.
  • Sharing visits between inmates is prohibited and may lead to termination of the visit and possible suspension of visitation privileges.

Communication

  • Visitors must create a Smart Jail Mail account to initiate a remote video visit.
  • Video visits are offered in 15- or 30-minute durations.
  • Video visits are billed at $0.10 per minute.

Sending Money

  • You can typically add money using online portals, lobby kiosks, phone deposits, or mailed money orders or cashier’s checks.
  • Accepted deposit methods, vendors and fees vary by facility and vendor—always confirm the facility’s vendor instructions before depositing.
  • Mail sent without the inmate’s name and ID printed on the outside of the envelope or postcard will be returned to the sender.

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Topic Overviews

Visitation

Putnam County Jail provides remote video visitation, including on-demand visits, seven days a week during specified time blocks. All visits are monitored and recorded. The director of corrections (or a designee) can deny visitation to maintain safety, security, or good order. Sharing visits between inmates is prohibited and can lead to the visit being terminated and possible suspension of visitation privileges. Both you and the inmate must avoid loud, obscene, or disruptive behavior. Staff may end visits at their discretion, and if a visitor appears to be under the influence, the visit will be terminated immediately. Before planning any visit, make sure you're on the inmate's approved visitor list, complete the required visitor application, submit it as instructed, and wait for approval.

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Communication

Putnam County Jail uses Smart Jail Mail for remote video visits. You'll need to create an account before you can schedule or start a session. Video visits come in 15- or 30-minute blocks and cost $0.10 per minute. Remote and on-demand video visitation is available seven days a week during facility time blocks, with scheduling and exact time windows set by the jail. All visits are monitored and recorded, and the director of corrections (or a designee) can deny a visit to maintain safety, security, or good order. Florida facilities may also use third-party vendors for options like email, tablet messaging, and phone calls. Features, screening rules, and payment methods vary by system.

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Sending Money

Sending money to someone at Putnam County Jail typically follows the common options used across Florida: online payment portals, lobby kiosks, phone deposits, or mailed money orders and cashier's checks. Vendors, fees, and exact steps can vary, so confirm the jail's appointed vendor and instructions before depositing to avoid delays. If you send a payment by mail, clearly print the inmate's full name and booking or ID number on the outside of the envelope. Missing information can cause it to be returned to sender. Use any required vendor deposit form and include clear contact information so the payment can be processed or returned if there's an issue. Repeated mail rule violations can also lead to suspension or termination of a registered user's account.

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Common Questions

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Are visits at Putnam County Jail monitored or recorded?

Yes. All visits are monitored and recorded, and the director of corrections or a designee may deny visitation to maintain safety, security, or good order.

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When can I schedule a video visit with an inmate at Putnam County Jail?

Remote and on-demand video visits are available seven days a week during specified time blocks. Check the jail's scheduling information for exact time slots and booking steps.

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Can more than one inmate share a visit at Putnam County Jail?

No. Sharing visits between inmates is prohibited and may result in the visit being terminated and possible suspension of visitation privileges.

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How do I start a remote video visit with an inmate at Putnam County Jail?

Create an account on Smart Jail Mail, then use the system to schedule or initiate a remote video visit. Pick from the available options shown for the facility’s time blocks.

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How long are video visits at Putnam County Jail and how much do they cost?

Video visits come in 15- or 30-minute sessions, billed at $0.10 per minute.

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Are video visits at Putnam County Jail monitored or recorded?

Yes. All video visits are monitored and recorded. The director of corrections or a designee may deny visitation to maintain safety, security, or good order.

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Putnam County Jail uses Smart Communications kiosks and portable kiosks in all housing units for inmate communications. Here's what you need to know.

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