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Athens Police Jail Guide for Inmates

Overview of the Facility

Athens Police Jail is a local detention facility located in Athens, New York. It primarily houses individuals arrested by the Athens Police Department and those awaiting trial or transfer to other facilities.

Contact Information

Address: 2 First Street, Athens, NY 12015
Phone: (518) 945-2681
Website: Not available
Email: Not available

How to Locate an Inmate

To locate an inmate at Athens Police Jail, contact the facility directly using the phone number provided above. Be prepared to provide the inmate's full name and date of birth.

Visitation Information and Hours

Visitation policies and hours are subject to change. Please contact the facility 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 at Athens Police Jail, please contact the facility directly. Online payment systems are not available for this facility.

Phone Calls and Video Options

Information about phone calls and video visitation options is not readily available. Please contact the facility for details on communication methods available to inmates.

Inmate Services and Programs

Details about specific inmate services and programs at Athens Police Jail are not publicly available. Contact the facility for information on any educational, vocational, or rehabilitation programs that may be offered.

History of the Facility

Information about the history of Athens Police Jail is not readily available.

Security and Management Information

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

Legal and Visitation Rights

Inmates at Athens Police Jail have certain legal and visitation rights. For detailed information about these rights, contact the facility or consult with a legal professional.

Booking and Release Process

The booking and release processes at Athens Police Jail may vary depending on individual cases. For specific information about these procedures, please contact the facility directly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What items are inmates allowed to have?

Contact the facility directly for a list of approved items that inmates are allowed to possess while in custody at Athens Police Jail.

How can I post bail for an inmate?

For information on posting bail, contact the Athens Police Jail or the local court system. The process and acceptable payment methods may vary.

Are there medical services available for inmates?

Information about medical services at Athens Police Jail is not publicly available. Contact the facility directly for details on healthcare provisions for inmates.

General Visiting and Contacting Information

We provide detailed visiting and contact information for Athens Police Jail. If you are have completed a Athens Police 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 Athens Police 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 Athens Police Jail. Please send the mail or package to the address mentioned below.

Inmate Name,

Inmate ID,

2 First Street, Athens, NY, 12015

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 518-945-1559 .

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 Athens Police 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.
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General Stats for New York

New York Total Number of Inmates

50,771

New York Total No. of Inmates

Number of people under Probation Supervision

76,323

Number of people under Probation Supervision

Prison population rate

154

Prison population rate: 100,000 residents

Parole Population

43,979

Parole Population

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

8,296

Incarcerated individuals with sentences of 50 years or longer

Sex

Sex

%

Total

Male

96.37

29,219

Female

3.63

1,102

Youth

Type

%

Total

Committed

61.29

513

Detained

37.99

318

Diverted

0.36

3

Prisons and Jails in New York