Turner County Inmate Population Data
The Turner County inmate population is at 44 people in a jail built for 108. That is 40.7% capacity, well below half full. Of those 44 inmates, 24 are awaiting trial, a pre-trial rate of 54.5%. That is below the state average, meaning more than half of Turner County's jail population has already been through the court system. The jail in Ashburn handles all local detention. This page covers how to search for inmates and access records.
Turner County Quick Facts
Turner County Inmate Population Data
The Turner County Sheriff's Office operates the jail in Ashburn. With 108 beds and only 44 in use, the facility runs at 40.7% capacity. There is plenty of room here. The jail has more than 60 empty beds on a typical day. Some Georgia counties with excess capacity house inmates from other jurisdictions under contract. Whether Turner County does this depends on current agreements.
The pre-trial rate of 54.5% is below the statewide average of about 68%. This means a larger share of inmates have already been convicted and sentenced compared to most Georgia jails. The remaining 20 inmates are serving their time at the county level, likely on misdemeanor sentences or short felony terms.
Ashburn sits in south-central Georgia along Interstate 75. The county has about 8,000 residents. Call the sheriff's office to check on a specific inmate.
| Facility | Turner County Jail |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Ashburn |
| Current Inmates | 44 of 108 capacity (40.7%) |
| Awaiting Trial | 24 inmates (54.5%) |
Search Turner County Inmate Population
Use the GDC Offender Query to search for state prison inmates from Turner County. Enter a name or GDC ID. The database returns facility data, sentences, and photos. This tool is free and covers all state prisons. People at the county jail on local charges may not show up.
The GDC search page is shown below.
Enter a name in the form above to search state records.
VINELink covers the Turner County Jail. Search by name, see custody status, and register for alerts. Notifications come by phone, email, or text roughly every 15 minutes.
Call the Turner County Sheriff's Office in Ashburn for the most direct answer. With just 44 inmates, the staff can check the roster quickly.
Turner County Inmate Population Records
Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, agencies must respond to records requests within three business days. The Turner County Sheriff's Office must comply. Request arrest reports, booking logs, and other inmate records. Copies cost ten cents per page.
O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 restricts some state prison files. Medical records need written consent. For state records, use the GDC Open Records Portal. Probation records are confidential under O.C.G.A. 42-8-40 and parole records under O.C.G.A. 42-9-53.
Turner County Inmate Population Alerts
VINELink offers free alerts for the Turner County Jail. Find an inmate and register for phone, email, or text notifications. You need a four-digit PIN for phone alerts. Missed calls repeat for 24 hours. For support, call (833) 216-6670.
Visiting Turner County Inmates
Call the Turner County Sheriff's Office for visiting hours and rules. A photo ID is required. Expect a dress code and set schedule. Ashburn is accessible from I-75, making the drive straightforward for most of south Georgia.
For state prison visits, apply through the GDC visitation process. Mail the notarized form with your photo ID. Processing takes weeks. Email is not accepted.
Turner County Inmate Resources
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report tracks jail data monthly. Turner County data appears when the jail submits numbers. The low capacity usage of 40.7% makes the county stand out.
The Georgia Department of Community Supervision manages probation and parole statewide across about 180,000 offenders. If someone from Turner County is on supervision, DCS tracks them.
Turner County Inmate Search Tips
When looking for someone at the Turner County Jail, keep in mind that online databases do not always update in real time. The GDC search covers state inmates. VINELink covers county jails but may have a delay of up to an hour for new bookings. A phone call to the sheriff in Ashburn is always the fastest way to check.
Turner County sits along Interstate 75, which makes the jail accessible from most of south Georgia. If you are planning to visit someone or pick them up after release, check with the jail first about the process. Released inmates may need to complete paperwork before they can leave, and that can take several hours depending on the time of day.
The jail at 40.7% capacity has room to spare. This is a positive sign for conditions inside the facility. Less crowding generally means better access to resources and fewer problems for both staff and inmates.
Nearby Counties
Turner County is in south-central Georgia along I-75. These nearby counties have their own jails.