Search Barrow County Inmate Population

Barrow County inmate population records are managed by the sheriff's office in Winder. The Barrow County Jail at 30 North Broad Street holds people arrested within the county. Searching for someone in custody is free through several online tools. You can use the GDC offender search for state inmates, VINELink for county jail checks, or call the sheriff's office directly. This page lays out each method in detail so you can find the right one. It also covers the open records process, custody alert sign-ups, and visiting rules that apply to inmates held in Barrow County.

Barrow County Inmate Population Data

The Barrow County Sheriff operates the jail at 30 North Broad Street in Winder. The facility handles all bookings for people arrested in the county. Each arrest creates a new entry in the inmate population. The sheriff's office manages housing, meals, and daily operations. Staff track bond amounts, court dates, and release information for every person held.

Barrow County is part of the metro Atlanta region, and its jail sees steady activity compared to more rural parts of the state. The county does not have a state prison within its borders. Inmates sentenced to state time get transferred to a GDC facility after processing. The GDC listing for Barrow County Jail confirms the address and provides basic contact information. While GDC does not publish detailed sheets for county jails, the listing helps verify the facility's location.

Above is the GDC listing for Barrow County Jail in Winder. It shows the address and connects to the statewide facility directory.

How to Find Barrow County Inmate Population

Check VINELink first when searching the Barrow County jail population. Type the person's name and choose Georgia. VINELink shows custody status, charges, and bond information for county jails that participate. The data updates about every 15 minutes. You do not need an account just to search, though you will need one to register for alerts.

If the person has been moved to a state prison, use the GDC Offender Query. Enter a name, GDC ID, or case number. The results show the current facility, sentence length, and a photo if available. This tool covers all state facilities in Georgia but not county jails. It is free and open to the public.

Calling the Barrow County Sheriff is a straightforward option as well. Staff can confirm custody status, charges, and bond details over the phone. For a bigger picture, the Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report publishes monthly data on inmate counts, capacity, and pre-trial detainee percentages.

Barrow County Inmate Population Records

Georgia law makes most jail records accessible to the public. Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, the Barrow County Sheriff must respond to records requests within three business days. You can ask for booking logs, arrest reports, and other documents related to the inmate population. Standard copies cost ten cents per page. The agency may add an hourly fee if a request needs a lot of searching or redacting.

Some records are exempt under O.C.G.A. 50-18-72. This includes internal files like disciplinary reports and housing assignments at state facilities. Medical records require a consent form. Probation files under O.C.G.A. 42-8-40 and parole records under O.C.G.A. 42-9-53 are confidential. For state-level records about a Barrow County offender, submit a request through the GDC Open Records Portal.

Note: The GDC has three business days to give an initial response to records requests.

Barrow County Custody Alerts

VINELink provides a free way to monitor inmates in Barrow County. Once you locate someone in the database, sign up for phone, text, or email alerts. The system will contact you when the inmate's status changes. Releases, transfers, and other updates all trigger a notification. The person being tracked has no way to know you signed up.

Pick a four-digit PIN during registration. VINELink uses it to confirm your identity when calling. Missed calls get retried for up to 24 hours. Reach VINELink support at (833) 216-6670 for assistance.

Visiting Barrow County Jail

Contact the Barrow County Sheriff to find out about visiting hours, dress code, and what ID you need. Most Georgia jails designate specific days and times for visits. If the person you want to see has been transferred to a state facility, apply through the GDC visitation request process. That requires a notarized application mailed to the facility where the inmate is housed.

All visitors at GDC facilities must be approved before scheduling a visit. Include a copy of your photo ID with the application. Do not send the form by email. Only mailed applications are accepted. The approval process typically takes a few weeks, so plan ahead if you need to visit someone who was moved from the Barrow County Jail to a state prison.

Barrow County Offender Supervision

People released from jail on probation or parole in Barrow County fall under the Georgia Department of Community Supervision. DCS handles about 180,000 felony offenders across the state. They supervise people living in the community, not inmates in jail or prison. If someone you are looking for has been released, DCS is the right place to check.

The GDC website handles people still behind bars. Use GDC for inmates in custody and DCS for those on supervision. Both agencies are free to contact and cover offenders with ties to Barrow County.

Nearby Counties

Barrow County sits northeast of Atlanta. If you cannot find someone in the Barrow County Jail, check these neighboring counties as well.