Find Worth County Inmate Population Records
The Worth County inmate population data is not published in recent state jail reports. The jail in Sylvester serves a county of about 20,000 residents in south Georgia. Even without specific capacity and count numbers in the latest data, the same statewide search tools apply here. You can look up inmates through state databases, victim notification systems, or by contacting the sheriff's office directly. This page covers every available method for finding someone connected to Worth County.
Worth County Quick Facts
Worth County Inmate Population Data
The Worth County Sheriff's Office runs the jail in Sylvester. The facility handles all local arrests and serves as the primary detention center for the county. Specific capacity and inmate count data are not available in recent Georgia Sheriffs' Association reports. This does not mean the jail is inactive. It simply means the data was not submitted for the most recent reporting period.
Sylvester is in south Georgia, roughly between Albany and Tifton. The county has about 20,000 people, making it a mid-sized operation for the region. The jail processes bookings, holds pre-trial detainees, and houses people serving shorter sentences. Staff follow the same state standards that apply to every Georgia detention facility.
Call the Worth County Sheriff's Office to check on someone in custody. They can tell you if a person is booked, what the charges are, and whether bond has been set.
| Facility | Worth County Jail |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Sylvester |
| Current Data | Not available in recent reports |
| Contact | Worth County Sheriff's Office |
Search Worth County Inmates Online
The GDC Offender Query is free and covers all Georgia state prisons. Enter a name or GDC ID and the database returns facility data, sentences, and photos. This is the right tool for anyone sentenced to state prison from Worth County. County jail inmates may not appear until they are in the state system.
The GDC search page is shown below.
Use the form above to search state records for Worth County inmates.
VINELink covers most Georgia county jails including Worth County when data is available. Search by name and see custody status. Register for phone, email, or text alerts. Updates come about every 15 minutes.
Call the Worth County Sheriff's Office in Sylvester for the most current information. Staff can confirm who is in custody and share charge and bond details.
Worth County Inmate Population Records
Under O.C.G.A. 50-18-70, the public can request government records. The Worth County Sheriff's Office must respond within three business days. Ask for arrest reports, booking logs, and jail records. Copies cost ten cents per page.
O.C.G.A. 50-18-72 restricts some state prison files. 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.
Worth County Inmate Population Alerts
VINELink provides free alerts for Georgia jails. Find a Worth County 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 Worth County Inmates
Call the Worth County Sheriff's Office for the jail's visiting schedule and rules. A photo ID is required at most Georgia jails. There is usually a dress code and set visiting hours. Confirm the schedule before making the trip to Sylvester.
For state prison visits, apply through the GDC visitation process. Mail the notarized form with your photo ID. Processing takes several weeks. Email submissions are not accepted.
Worth County Inmate Population Resources
The Georgia Sheriffs' Association Jail Report publishes monthly jail statistics. Worth County data appears when the jail submits numbers. Check the report for trends and context about nearby county jails.
The Georgia Department of Community Supervision manages probation and parole statewide across about 180,000 offenders. If someone from Worth County is on supervision, DCS tracks them.
Worth County Inmate Search Tips
Worth County data is not in recent state reports, but the jail in Sylvester is still active. When searching for someone, try both the GDC Offender Query and VINELink. If neither has results, call the sheriff directly. The lack of published data does not mean the jail is closed or that records are unavailable. It simply means the numbers were not submitted for the most recent report.
Sylvester is in south Georgia between Albany and Tifton. The county has about 20,000 residents. The jail processes local arrests from both the sheriff and municipal police departments. If someone was arrested by the Sylvester Police Department, they still end up at the same Worth County Jail. There is no separate city detention facility.
Nearby Counties
Worth County is in south Georgia. Check these neighboring counties if you cannot find someone locally.