Crawford County Inmate Population

Crawford County is a small rural county in central Georgia with its seat in Knoxville. Searching the Crawford County inmate population involves a mix of direct contact and free online databases. The county operates a small jail facility where local holds are kept. Because Crawford County is less populated, the jail tends to hold fewer inmates than larger counties nearby. Still, the same search tools and public records laws apply here as they do across all of Georgia. This guide covers each method for finding someone in Crawford County custody.

Crawford County Inmate Population Data

The Crawford County Sheriff manages the local jail in Knoxville. This facility handles people arrested within the county and those held on warrants. As a smaller county, Crawford does not have a large jail. The sheriff's staff books inmates, processes bonds, and coordinates with the courts on custody matters. Day-to-day operations follow the same standards that apply to jails across Georgia.

Because Crawford County is rural, the jail population stays relatively low compared to metro areas. But the same rules apply. People held here are either awaiting trial, serving short sentences, or waiting on transfer to state prison. If someone gets arrested in Crawford County, they go through the booking process at this jail. The sheriff's office can give you details about who is in custody at any given time.

Crawford County does not have a dedicated online jail roster. To check on a specific inmate, call the sheriff's office in Knoxville directly. Staff can confirm custody status, charges, and bond information over the phone.

Search Crawford County Inmate Population

For state-level searches, the GDC Offender Query is the main tool. This free database lets you look up anyone in the Georgia prison system. If a Crawford County inmate was sentenced to state time, their record shows up here with facility info, sentence length, and release dates. The tool is open to the public and works around the clock.

The Georgia Department of Corrections runs this search tool and updates it regularly. You need a name or GDC ID to start. Results include a photo when one is available. This is the best option for finding someone who has left the Crawford County jail and entered the state system.

The image above shows the GDC offender search portal that works for Crawford County and every other county in Georgia.

VINELink covers most county jails in Georgia, including Crawford County. Search by name and the system tells you if someone is in custody. It also lets you register for alerts. If the inmate gets released or moved, you get notified by phone, text, or email. The system updates frequently throughout the day.

Crawford County Inmate Population Records

Georgia's Open Records Act under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70 requires agencies to respond within three business days. The Crawford County Sheriff must provide access to most public records on request. This includes booking logs, arrest reports, and incident data tied to the inmate population. Standard copies cost ten cents per page.

Some records are off limits. O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 protects certain internal documents at state facilities. Medical records need the inmate's consent. Probation records in Georgia are confidential under O.C.G.A. 42-8-40, and parole records follow O.C.G.A. 42-9-53. If you need state records about a Crawford County offender, the GDC Open Records Portal handles those requests online with full tracking.

Custody Alerts for Crawford County

VINELink is a free alert system that notifies you about inmate status changes. For Crawford County, you can register to get updates when someone is released, transferred, or has any change in custody. The system sends calls, texts, or emails based on your preference. The offender does not know you signed up.

To set up alerts, search for the inmate by name on VINELink. Once you find the right person, click to register. You create a PIN for phone alerts. If VINELink calls and you miss it, the system tries again for 24 hours. Their support line at (833) 216-6670 can help if you run into issues.

Visiting Crawford County Inmates

The Crawford County jail has its own visitation schedule. Contact the sheriff's office in Knoxville for current days, times, and rules. Bring a valid photo ID. Some small jails in Georgia only allow visits on specific days of the week. Rules about clothing and personal items vary, so confirm before your visit.

For state inmates who came through Crawford County, the GDC visitation page outlines the full process. You need to submit a notarized visitation form by mail to the prison where the inmate is housed. Include a copy of your ID. Processing takes a few weeks, so plan well ahead of time.

Note: Email submissions of GDC visitation forms are not accepted.

State Tools for Crawford County

The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report tracks monthly jail data statewide. It covers capacity and inmate counts for jails that report, including Crawford County when data is submitted. This report helps put the local numbers in context. For inmates on probation or parole after time in Crawford County, the Georgia Department of Community Supervision manages their cases in the community.

Nearby Counties

These counties surround Crawford County in central Georgia. If you cannot find someone at the local jail, check with neighboring facilities. Transfers between counties happen often.