Find LaGrange Inmate Population Records

LaGrange's inmate population is held at the Troup County Jail, which is currently running well above its rated capacity. Recent data from the Georgia Sheriffs' Association shows the jail holding 609 inmates against a rated capacity of 746, putting it at 81.6% occupancy. As the county seat of Troup County, LaGrange is where all bookings and court proceedings happen for the area. The city sits near the Alabama border along Interstate 85. Free public tools let you search for inmates, check their status, and set up notification alerts. This page breaks down every method.

Troup County Jail in LaGrange

The Troup County Jail holds all inmates for Troup County, including everyone arrested in LaGrange. The Troup County Sheriff's Office operates the facility and manages all aspects of detention, from booking to releases. The LaGrange Police Department handles arrests in the city, but the sheriff takes custody at the jail. This is standard in Georgia.

With 609 inmates and a rated capacity of 746, the jail sits at 81.6% occupancy based on the most recent data. That is a moderate level compared to some Georgia jails that routinely push past 100%. The facility holds pre-trial detainees, people serving short sentences locally, and inmates awaiting transfer to state prisons. Booking goes on 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

LaGrange is the county seat. The Troup County Courthouse is here, and all court hearings for jail inmates happen in LaGrange. If you need to attend a hearing or file paperwork related to an inmate, this is where you will go. The city sits about 60 miles southwest of Atlanta, close to the Alabama line.

How to Search LaGrange Inmate Population Records

The GDC Offender Query covers people in Georgia state prisons. Enter a name or GDC ID and the system returns the person's facility, sentence, and projected release date. This tool handles convicted offenders who are serving time in state custody. It does not show people at the Troup County Jail on local charges or awaiting trial.

VINELink is the better option for finding someone at the Troup County Jail. Search by name and the system shows custody status. The data refreshes about every 15 minutes for county jails. You can also register for alerts that notify you by phone, text, or email when the inmate's status changes.

A direct call to the Troup County Jail can get you a quick answer. Staff can confirm if a specific person is in custody and share basic booking information. This is often the fastest route within the first few hours of an arrest.

The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report gives monthly stats on the Troup County Jail. It shows capacity, inmate count, and how many people are pre-trial. Use it to understand the jail's current situation, though it does not list individual names.

LaGrange Inmate Population Search Tools

The statewide GDC offender search lets anyone look up inmates in Georgia state prisons for free. Below is the GDC search form.

Use this form for state inmates. For people at the Troup County Jail in LaGrange, try VINELink or call the jail directly.

Open Records for LaGrange Inmate Data

Georgia's Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, gives the public access to government documents. You can submit requests to the Troup County Sheriff's Office or the LaGrange Police Department for booking logs, arrest reports, and other inmate records. Both agencies must respond within three business days. Copies run ten cents per page.

O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 exempts some records from public release. Active investigation files, medical records, and internal documents are not available. Medical records need written consent from the inmate. For someone in state custody, the GDC Open Records Portal handles those requests.

Probation records are confidential under O.C.G.A. 42-8-40, and parole records follow O.C.G.A. 42-9-53. These restrictions apply to cases from LaGrange and Troup County just as they do statewide.

Troup County Inmates Inmate Population Alerts

VINELink sends free custody alerts for inmates at the Troup County Jail. Find the person in the system, register your phone number, and set a four-digit PIN. The system calls, texts, or emails you when the person's status changes. This covers releases, transfers, and escapes. The inmate will not know you signed up.

Missed calls from VINELink retry for 24 hours. After that, you must re-register. The support line at (833) 216-6670 helps with any problems. VINELink covers most Georgia jails, so it works whether the inmate stays in Troup County or gets moved to another facility.

Visiting Inmates in LaGrange

The Troup County Sheriff's Office sets visiting rules for the jail. Call ahead to find out the current schedule, dress code, and what ID you need. Most Georgia jails require a government-issued photo ID. Some have moved to video-only visitation. Check the format before you plan a trip.

For people at state prisons, the GDC has its own visitation process. Fill out a GDC Visitation Request Form, get it notarized, and mail it to the facility. Include a copy of your photo ID. Processing takes several weeks, and the form cannot be emailed. Start early if you plan to visit someone in state custody.

LaGrange Inmate Population Resources

The Georgia Department of Community Supervision handles people on probation or parole after they leave custody. If someone from LaGrange is out of jail but under supervision, DCS manages their case. They track around 180,000 felony offenders statewide. DCS does not manage people in jail but picks up once a person enters the community.

Troup County has a public defender's office for residents who cannot afford a lawyer. The Georgia Legal Services Program also serves the area and can assist with inmate-related legal matters. For general questions about someone in the jail, a direct call to the Troup County Jail is the fastest way to get information.

Nearby Cities in Georgia

These cities are near LaGrange. If you cannot find an inmate in the Troup County system, check a neighboring area.