Wilcox County Inmate Population Data
The Wilcox County inmate population is at 13 people in a jail built for just 16. That is 81.3% capacity in one of the smallest jails in Georgia. Of those 13 inmates, 6 are awaiting trial, a pre-trial rate of 46.2%. This is well below the state average. The jail in Abbeville serves a county of about 8,600 residents. Even though the numbers are small, the same search tools and records access rules apply here. This page covers everything you need to know.
Wilcox County Quick Facts
Wilcox County Inmate Population Data
The Wilcox County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Abbeville. With only 16 beds, this is one of the smallest jails in the entire state. Thirteen of those beds are currently occupied. That leaves just 3 open. The facility is small but it runs at a high percentage of its capacity. Even a single arrest could push the jail to its limit.
The pre-trial rate of 46.2% is below the state average of 68%. Six inmates are waiting for court while seven have already been convicted. In a jail this small, each person makes a big difference in the percentages. One new arrest or one release shifts the numbers significantly. The 16-bed capacity also means the jail sometimes needs to send inmates to neighboring counties if it fills up.
Abbeville is in south-central Georgia. The county has about 8,600 people. Call the sheriff's office to check on a specific person in custody.
| Facility | Wilcox County Jail |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Abbeville |
| Current Inmates | 13 of 16 capacity (81.3%) |
| Awaiting Trial | 6 inmates (46.2%) |
Search Wilcox County Inmate Population
The GDC Offender Query covers the state prison system. Enter a name or GDC ID and get facility data, sentences, and photos. This is free and works for anyone sentenced to state prison from Wilcox County.
The GDC search page is shown below.
Enter a name above to search state records for Wilcox County inmates.
VINELink covers the Wilcox County Jail. Search by name and see custody status. Register for phone, email, or text alerts. Updates come roughly every 15 minutes.
With just 13 inmates, a call to the sheriff's office gets you answers in minutes.
Wilcox County Inmate Population Records
Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, the public can request government records. The Wilcox County Sheriff's Office must respond within three business days. Request arrest reports and booking logs. Copies cost ten cents per page.
O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 restricts some state records. 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.
Wilcox County Custody Alerts
VINELink offers free alerts for the Wilcox County Jail. Register for phone, email, or text notifications. You need a four-digit PIN for phone alerts. Missed calls repeat for 24 hours. For help, call (833) 216-6670.
Visiting Wilcox County Inmates
Call the Wilcox County Sheriff's Office for the visiting schedule. A photo ID is required. The tiny jail likely has very limited visiting hours. Confirm before you make the drive to Abbeville.
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.
Wilcox County Inmate Population Resources
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report tracks jail data monthly. Wilcox County data appears when submitted. The 16-bed facility is one of the smallest reported in the state.
The Georgia Department of Community Supervision manages probation and parole statewide across about 180,000 offenders. If someone from Wilcox County is on supervision, DCS tracks them.
Wilcox County Inmate Search Tips
The Wilcox County Jail has just 16 beds, making it one of the tiniest jails in Georgia. With only 3 open beds, even one or two arrests could fill the place. When the jail is full, inmates get sent to a neighboring county. If you cannot find someone at the Wilcox County Jail, ask the sheriff if the person was transferred elsewhere due to space.
In a jail this small, the staff know every inmate personally. A phone call to the sheriff in Abbeville will get you a quick, definitive answer. Online databases work too, but they may not update as quickly for very small facilities. VINELink coverage depends on data being submitted regularly, and smaller jails sometimes have gaps in their reporting.
Wilcox County is in a rural part of south-central Georgia. The 16-bed jail reflects the county size. Even though the numbers are small, the legal process works the same as in any larger county.
Nearby Counties
Wilcox County is in south-central Georgia. Check these nearby counties if needed.