Pike County Inmate Population

The Pike County inmate population is small, with just 10 people held in a jail built for 32. That means the facility runs at only 31.3% capacity, making it one of the less crowded jails in the state. Of those 10 inmates, 8 are waiting for trial. That gives Pike County an 80% pre-trial rate. The low numbers reflect the county's rural setting and smaller population base. If you need to look up someone held in Pike County, the process is straightforward and the tools are free.

Pike County Inmate Population Data

The Pike County Sheriff's Office operates the jail in Zebulon. With only 10 inmates on a typical day, this is a small operation. The jail handles booking, holding, and release for people arrested in Pike County. Staff manage a tight facility that rarely comes close to its 32-bed limit. That said, even small jails follow the same state standards for housing and care that larger ones do.

Eight of the ten current inmates have not been convicted yet. They are pre-trial detainees waiting on court dates or trying to make bond. In a small jail like this, even one or two cases moving through the system can shift the numbers a lot. A single week of court hearings could cut the population in half. That is the nature of a small county jail.

Call the Pike County Sheriff's Office in Zebulon to ask about a specific inmate. They can tell you the charges, bond amount, and whether the person is still in custody.

How to Search Pike County Inmates

Start with the GDC Offender Query for anyone who has been sentenced to state prison. The tool lets you search by name or GDC ID number. Results include the inmate's current facility, sentence details, and mugshot. This works for state-level inmates connected to Pike County but will not show people held at the county jail on local charges.

The GDC search page is shown in the screenshot below. It is the same tool used for every county in Georgia.

The form above accepts first and last names. Results load quickly.

VINELink is another free option. It covers most county jails in Georgia, including Pike County when data is available. Search by the inmate's name and you can see their custody status. Register for alerts if you want to know when they get released or transferred. The system sends notices by phone, email, or text.

For the most current info on who is at the Pike County Jail right now, call the sheriff's office. With just 10 inmates, staff can usually give you an answer in minutes. Ask about charges, bond, and court dates.

Pike County Inmate Population Records

Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, the public can request most government records in Georgia. The Pike County Sheriff's Office must respond within three business days. You can ask for arrest reports, booking logs, and other inmate-related documents. The standard copy fee is ten cents per page for non-medical records.

Some records are off limits. O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 exempts certain files at state facilities, like housing assignments and internal discipline reports. Medical records need the inmate's written consent. For records from the Georgia Department of Corrections, submit a request through the GDC Open Records Portal. The portal gives you a tracking number so you can follow up on your request.

Probation records in Georgia are confidential under O.C.G.A. 42-8-40. Parole records follow similar rules under O.C.G.A. 42-9-53. These limits apply to anyone connected to Pike County, whether they are in custody or out on supervision.

Pike County Inmate Population Alerts

VINELink lets you track inmates at the Pike County Jail for free. Find an inmate, then sign up for alerts. Choose phone, email, or text. When the person's custody status changes, you get notified. The inmate will not know you registered. You will need a four-digit PIN for phone alerts.

If you miss a call from VINELink, it tries again for 24 hours. You can also log into the website any time to check status on your own. For technical help with the system, call (833) 216-6670.

Visiting Inmates in Pike County

Call the Pike County Sheriff's Office for visiting hours and rules. Most Georgia jails require a photo ID and have a dress code. Visits are usually limited to specific days and times. In a small jail like Pike County, the schedule may be more restricted than what you see in larger facilities. Check ahead so you do not waste a trip.

For someone who has moved from the Pike County Jail to a state prison, you need to apply through the GDC visitation process. Fill out the form, get it notarized, and mail it to the facility. Include a copy of your photo ID. Processing takes several weeks. The GDC does not accept emailed forms, so mail is the only option.

Pike County Inmate Resources

The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report publishes jail statistics each month. It tracks capacity, inmate counts, and pre-trial rates. Pike County data appears when the jail submits its numbers. The report helps put local data in context by showing how other counties compare.

The Georgia Department of Community Supervision manages people on probation and parole after they leave custody. If someone you are looking for is no longer in the Pike County Jail or a state prison, DCS may have information about their supervision status. They oversee roughly 180,000 offenders statewide.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Pike County. If you cannot find someone at the Pike County Jail, try checking the jails in neighboring areas. Inmates sometimes get moved between facilities.