Burke County Inmate Population
Burke County houses its inmate population at the jail on Highway 24 South in Waynesboro. The sheriff's office runs the facility and tracks every person booked into custody. Searching for inmates here is possible through free online databases and victim notification tools. Burke County is one of the larger counties by land area in Georgia, and its jail serves as the main holding facility for the entire area. This page explains how to search the inmate population, request records, set up custody alerts, and visit someone held at the Burke County Jail.
Burke County Quick Facts
Burke County Inmate Population Data
The Burke County Sheriff operates the jail at 225 Highway 24 South in Waynesboro. All arrests in Burke County are processed here. The sheriff handles booking, housing, and release decisions. Each person booked gets added to the inmate population roster, and staff track charges, bonds, and court dates. The facility holds pre-trial detainees, people serving short county sentences, and inmates awaiting state transfer.
Burke County does not have a state prison within its borders, though the area is not far from Augusta State Medical Prison in neighboring Richmond County. The Burke County Jail is the only local facility. Inmates who get state sentences are moved to a GDC prison elsewhere in Georgia. You can check the GDC facility page for Burke County Jail to confirm the address and find links to other search tools.
The image above shows the Burke County Jail listing on the GDC site. It confirms the Waynesboro address and connects to the facility directory.
| Facility | Burke County Jail |
|---|---|
| Address | 225 Highway 24 South, Waynesboro, GA 30830 |
| County Seat | Waynesboro |
Find Burke County Jail Inmates
Check VINELink first when searching the Burke County inmate population. Type the person's name and select Georgia. If the jail reports to the system, you will see custody status, charges, and bond information. The data updates about every 15 minutes for county jails. A basic search does not require an account.
The GDC Offender Query is the right tool for state inmates. If someone from Burke County was transferred to a state prison, this database shows their current facility, sentence details, and a photo if one is on file. Enter a name, GDC ID, or case number. The tool is free and covers all GDC facilities.
You can always call the Burke County Sheriff for a quick answer. Staff confirm who is in the jail and share bond and charge details. The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report publishes monthly data on jail populations statewide, including Burke County when the jail submits its numbers.
Burke County Inmate Population Records
Georgia's Open Records Act, O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, makes most government records available to anyone. Write to the Burke County Sheriff to request booking logs, arrest reports, or other jail documents. The office must respond within three business days. Standard copies are ten cents per page. Extra charges may apply for requests that need extensive searching or redacting.
Some records are protected. O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 shields internal files like disciplinary records and housing data at state prisons. Medical records require a consent form. Probation records stay confidential under O.C.G.A. 42-8-40, and parole files are protected under O.C.G.A. 42-9-53. For state records about a Burke County offender, file a request through the GDC Open Records Portal.
Note: The GDC portal gives you a tracking number so you can follow up on your request.
Custody Alerts in Burke County
VINELink sends free alerts when an inmate's status changes. After finding someone in the Burke County system, sign up for phone calls, texts, or emails. The system notifies you of releases, transfers, and other updates. The inmate will not know about your registration.
Pick a four-digit PIN during sign-up. VINELink calls and asks for the PIN. If you miss the call, it retries for up to 24 hours. For help, contact (833) 216-6670 or visit Georgia VINELink.
Visiting Burke County Jail
Call the Burke County Jail for the current visiting schedule. The sheriff sets the rules, including the days, times, and what you can bring. A photo ID is required. Dress codes apply at most Georgia jails. If someone from Burke County has been moved to a state facility, the GDC visitation process takes over. Submit a notarized application by mail to the facility where the person is held.
GDC requires every visitor to be approved first. Include your photo ID and supporting documents. Email submissions are not accepted. Processing takes a few weeks, so start the application early if you plan to visit someone transferred from Burke County.
Burke County Inmate Population Resources
For people on probation or parole from Burke County, the Georgia Department of Community Supervision provides oversight. DCS manages about 180,000 offenders across the state. They handle the supervision side once someone is released from custody. The GDC covers inmates who are still behind bars at state or county facilities.
Burke County sits near the Augusta metro area, which means some offenders with ties to Waynesboro may be housed at Augusta State Medical Prison in neighboring Richmond County. Check the GDC facility directory for a full list of state facilities if you cannot find someone at the Burke County Jail.
Nearby Counties
Burke County is in east-central Georgia near Waynesboro. These bordering counties may hold inmates transferred from the area.