Our Detention Division consists of a combination of Deputy Sheriffs and Detention Officers who operate and support a modern detention facility constructed in 1991 which houses 168 inmates. In addition to housing individuals on local charges, the Crisp County Detention Center is an approved federal housing facility, contracted to house inmates for the United States Marshals Service and the United States Bureau of Prisons. These contracts allow for savings in operating costs which would otherwise have to be paid for from local funds.
Within the Detention Division, we have one inmate labor detail, which is made up of low-risk inmates who provide a great service to the county by completing clean-up and maintenance projects, under the supervision of Deputy Sheriff’s. Additionally, inmate labor is utilized for the facility’s kitchen, laundry, cleaning and maintenance requirements. During 2009, these inmate contributed more than 84,000 man hours to the county. Figuring at minimum wage, these services saved local taxpayers an estimated $55,200.00.
Inmates who volunteer for these programs and successfully complete their assignments are eligible to earn early release status. The Detention Center also offers weekly programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), various religious services, and a General Educational Development (GED) programs for inmates who have not graduated high school. The GED program at the Crisp County Detention Center has resulted in a total of more than 90 inmates who have graduated and received their GED Certificate to help them become a more productive citizen and get their lives back on track. We believe the future of our community is tied to education and economics.
Please click one of the following links below to see either the items that are approved for inmates, our inmate visitation schedule, or information on our inmate phone service.
