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Fort Payne City Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Fort Payne City Jail is a local detention facility located in Fort Payne, Alabama. It primarily holds individuals who have been arrested by local law enforcement agencies and are awaiting trial or serving short sentences for misdemeanor offenses.

Contact Information

Address: 200 Gault Ave S, Fort Payne, AL 35967
Phone: (256) 845-1414
Website: Fort Payne Police Department

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Fort Payne City Jail, you can call the facility directly at (256) 845-1414. Provide the inmate's full name and, if possible, their date of birth or booking number.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours may vary. It is best to contact the jail directly for the most up-to-date information on visitation procedures and schedules.

How to Send Money

For information on how to send money to inmates, please contact the jail directly. They will provide guidance on accepted methods and any restrictions.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Inmates are typically allowed to make phone calls, but specific policies and any video visitation options should be confirmed by contacting the jail directly.

Inmate Services and Programs

Information on available services and programs for inmates is limited. Contact the jail for details on any educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs that may be offered.

Security and Management Information

Fort Payne City Jail is managed by the Fort Payne Police Department. For specific information about security measures and management practices, please contact the facility directly.

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates have certain legal rights, including the right to legal representation and visitation. For detailed information about these rights at Fort Payne City Jail, consult with the jail administration or a local legal aid organization.

Booking and Release Process

The booking process typically involves fingerprinting, photographing, and collecting personal information from the arrestee. For information on the release process and bail procedures, contact the jail or the DeKalb County Court System.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have in their possession?

Allowed items typically include basic hygiene products and approved clothing. Contact the jail for a specific list of permitted items.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

Bail can usually be posted at the jail or through a bail bondsman. Contact the jail for specific instructions on posting bail.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Basic medical services are typically provided. For information on specific medical services available, contact the jail administration.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Fort Payne Jail. If you are have completed a Fort Payne Jail inmate search and have located an inmate, the information on this page will help you to stay in contact. We help you send money to jail, send & receive text messages, and provide the address for in-person visits.

Sending Money

Inmates who are currently imprisoned in Fort Payne Jail can receive money into their commissary account via money order, check or cash. Inmate visitors can also deposit money directly into the inmate's account at prison administrative office. Note: When sending the money via money order or check, mention the inmate id and full name on the back of the slip.

Sending a Package / Mail

You can send any mail to the inmates who are imprisoned in Fort Payne Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

200 Gault Avenue South, Fort Payne, AL, 35967-1993

Please make sure the mail or package that you are sending comes under the list of approved items. For further clarification on the allowed items, contact the prison administration directly on 256-845-1414, 256-844-6035 .

Note: In case you want to send packages, you need to get prior approval from the prison administration. Contact the prison / jail staff for more information.

Phone calls

Inmates can call to any person outside who are on the approved members list between 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The cost of the call is beared by the receiver and the call can be of maximum 30 minutes. During rush hours, the calling time is reduced drastically to 10 minutes.

Visitation Rules

You need to get yourself registered in the visitors list before visiting any inmate in the prison. If you are visiting someone in Fort Payne Jail, make sure you are in approved visitors list. Confirm with the prison authorities before coming to visit the inmate.

Listed below are the basic visitation rules which one must adhere to:

  • Visitor must not be a prior felon.
  • Visitor must have a valid government ID.
  • A legal guardian must be accompanied for children below 16 years of age.
How to lookup someone in prison or jail

Steps to follow for finding
an Inmate

Step 1


Visit Jail Website

Visit the Fort Payne Jail inmate search website

Step 2


Enter inmate id and personal information

Enter the inmate personal informations in the required fields

Step 3


Enter inmate id and personal information

Click on the 'Submit' button

Fort Payne Jail driving directions

You can use the map plotted on the righ to find the driving directions to Fort Payne Jail.

General Stats for Alabama

Alabama Total Number of Inmates

35,861

Alabama Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

47,407

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

384

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

8,245

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

5,660

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

254

Inmates sentenced to more than 1 Year in private prisons

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

93.64

18,176

Female

6.36

1,235

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

55.64

444

Detained

38.35

306

Diverted

5.64

45

Prisons and Jails in Alabama