Wayne County Inmate Population Data
The Wayne County inmate population is at 164 people in a jail built for 182. That is 90.1% capacity, putting the facility close to full. One unusual detail in the data is that zero inmates are reported as awaiting trial, a 0% pre-trial rate. This is almost certainly a data anomaly rather than a real number. The jail in Jesup handles all local arrests, and this page covers the free search tools and records access options available for Wayne County inmates.
Wayne County Quick Facts
Wayne County Inmate Population Data
The Wayne County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Jesup. With 164 inmates and 182 beds, the facility operates at 90.1%. That is close to full. Only 18 beds separate the current count from the maximum. The jail handles booking, holding, and releases for the entire county.
The reported data shows zero inmates awaiting trial, which would mean everyone in the jail has been convicted. This is highly unlikely for any Georgia jail and is almost certainly a reporting error or data anomaly. Most Georgia jails have pre-trial rates between 60% and 90%. Wayne County's actual pre-trial numbers are probably in that range too, but the data submitted for the most recent period did not capture them correctly.
Jesup is in southeast Georgia along US Highway 301. The county has about 30,000 residents. Contact the sheriff's office for current information about someone in custody.
| Facility | Wayne County Jail |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Jesup |
| Current Inmates | 164 of 182 capacity (90.1%) |
| Pre-Trial Data | 0 reported (data anomaly) |
Search Wayne County Inmate Population Online
The GDC Offender Query covers Georgia's state prison system. Enter a name or GDC ID and the database returns facility data, sentences, and photos. This is free and works for anyone sentenced to state prison from Wayne County. People at the county jail may not appear until they enter the state system.
The GDC search page is shown below.
Enter a name in the form above to search state records.
VINELink covers the Wayne County Jail. Search by name and see custody status. Register for alerts by phone, email, or text. Updates come about every 15 minutes.
Calling the Wayne County Sheriff's Office in Jesup is the quickest way to check on someone. Staff can confirm custody status, charges, and bond information.
Wayne County Inmate Population Records
Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, agencies must respond to records requests within three business days. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office must comply. Request arrest reports, booking logs, and jail records. Copies cost ten cents per page.
O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 restricts some state prison records. Medical records need 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.
Wayne County Custody Alerts
VINELink provides free custody alerts for the Wayne 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 Inmates in Wayne County
Call the Wayne County Sheriff's Office for the jail's visiting schedule and rules. A photo ID is required at most Georgia jails. The facility in Jesup likely has set visiting days and a dress code. With 164 inmates, it is a busy facility. Check the schedule before you go.
For state prison visits, apply through the GDC visitation process. Mail the notarized form with your photo ID. Processing takes several weeks. Email is not accepted.
Wayne County Inmate Population Resources
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report publishes monthly data. Wayne County appears when the jail submits numbers. The 90.1% capacity rate shows the jail runs close to full.
The Georgia Department of Community Supervision manages probation and parole. If someone from Wayne County is on supervision, DCS tracks them among about 180,000 offenders statewide.
Wayne County Inmate Search Tips
The zero pre-trial inmates in the reported data for Wayne County is almost certainly a reporting error. Do not take this number at face value. The jail at 90.1% capacity likely has a mix of pre-trial detainees and sentenced inmates like any other Georgia county. When searching for someone, use both the GDC tool and VINELink to cover your bases.
Jesup is in southeast Georgia and the jail serves the entire county. If someone was arrested by the Jesup police department or the sheriff, they all end up at the same facility. There is no separate city jail. The Wayne County Jail processes all local bookings regardless of which agency made the arrest.
Nearby Counties
Wayne County is in southeast Georgia. Check these nearby counties if needed.