Union County Jail – Blairsville, GA

Union County Jail is located in Union County and is the primary correctional facility for the region. Are you looking for someone at Union County Jail? This guide tells you info about anything related to Union County Jail,like: Find an inmate at Union County Jail. Find mugshots. The jail’s address and phone number. Bail and how to get out of jail. Union County Jail intake procedures. Court information and records. And more…

The chance of going to jail is a scary and stressful prospect, not only for whoever gets locked up, but also that person’s family and friends. This guide is designed to offer advice and information you need to make helping a friend or family member get out of jail easier. If you have a question, please feel free to ask it in the comment section below, and also any tips or comments that might be a benefit to others is appreciated.

Do you know someone that is locked up and want to contact them?

Has a friend or family member that’s been arrested and you don’t know how to locate them?

In order to search who’s in jail at Union County Jail you will need to visit their link and do an inmate search.

The Union County Jail Inmate List is an online list of people who have been arrested and are in custody, including custody status, bail amount (if applicable), and visiting schedule. Also, you can get information about anyone processed or released in the past 24-hour period. Inmates are listed in alphabetical order by last name. You will be able to locate their inmate information more quickly if you enter your friend or family member’s first and last name, birth date, or arrest number.

If the inmate you are looking for could possibly be in another jail you should look here: Other Jails in Georgia

A mugshot, also called a jail booking photograph, is a picture that the jail takes when you are processed at the jail intake. A mugshot is actually one full face and one profile photo. Your name and booking number will be in the pictures, and they will be on file.

Mugshots are on the website, or you can go in person to the Union County Jail. When viewing mugshots online you have to input the first and last name, and a booking date.

Do you want to have your mugshot taken off of the Union County Jail site? This may not be possible, because the mugshot is a public record. To get your mugshot taken down you must file a ‘Petition to Expunge’. What this means is that all of your arrest records would be sealed, and will not be available to the public. Depending on your situation, this may be a longshot.

For a more in-depth article about removing your mugshot, the various websites with mugshots, and the mugshot removal services: Mugshot Removal

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Naturally, if you’re incarcerated, your only thought is about how to get out. After you’ve gone through booking, your bail amount is set using the bail schedule or the magistrate will decide it. If there is no bail set this might mean that you will either be released, or you have to stay in jail until your trial.

If you do bail out of jail you are required to agree to be in court on your court date, and until then you are not allowed to go out of town.

In most cases, prisoners will be given an early release in exchange for good behavior if they don’t break the rules and conduct themselves properly while they’re in jail.

If you do exhibit good behavior and the jail believes you can be trusted, you may be allowed to do work release. You will either have to go back to jail at the end of the day when you’re finished at your job, or you might get to move into a halfway house when you are not working.

Bail is money that you have to pay to the courts to be released from jail until your court date. Your bail amount all depends on how serious your charges are. Someone you know will need to post ten percent of the total that was determined so you are able to be released from jail. If you don’t show up for your court date, whoever posted your bail will lose that money.

To find out someone’s bail amount you will have to call the Union County Jail. If you’ve got the person’s information, such as name, address and date of birth, they will be able to let you know the bail amount. Also, you can find out how much their bail is on the Union County Jail site.

Needing to bail someone out of jail is an unpleasant situation, but usually, it’s simple to do if you have the money. First, you need to find out if they have a Cash Only Bond. If it is, you can’t get a bail bondsman. Take cash only to the jail – they won’t accept a check. As soon as you’ve paid the bail bond, the person will be discharged. If they don’t violate the terms of their bail, you will get this money back.

If the bail amount is too high, or you can’t afford it, you should try a bail bondsman. They will usually charge you a fee of 10 to 15 percent of total bail, and sometimes with a minimum charge of $100. The money you pay to the bail bondsman will not be returned to you and bondsmen usually only accept cash. If the bail has been set really high, the bondsman may require that they use your assets, such as home, property or cars, as collateral in addition to the fee they charge.

To contact a local bail bondsman visit our page about: Bail bondsman

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• Early Release For Good Behavior
• Get Out on Work Release
• Time Served
• Pre-Trial Release Programs
• Released On House Arrest
• Get Released on Your Own Recognizance

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The intake procedure includes each of the following steps:

• You will be placed in a holding cell. If the jail is busy, you will have to wait a while to get processed.
• The first thing you will have to is you have to answer a number of questions, like your full name, address, date of birth and an emergency contact person.
• They’ll also ask about your medical and mental history.
• You will be issued an inmate ID.
• You will get fingerprinted.
• They will take your mugshot.
• All personal property will be taken from you and stored until you get discharged from jail.
• They will allow you to make a phone call to call a member of your family, friend, or bondsman to arrange bail.
• If you think you will get released quickly, you might get to wear your own clothes, but if you are not expected to make bail quickly you will have to wear a jail jumpsuit.

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When you post bail, you will be discharged from jail. Getting discharged from jail can take from 30 minutes to all day long. In other words the faster bail is posted, the quicker you will get released. How quickly you get discharged can depend on if you have a cash bond amount or if a judge needs to determine your bail amount. For minor offenses, you will get booked and then released on your recognizance without having to pay bail. When you have served out your jail sentence and have a release date, plan to be discharged between 9am and noon.

If the sheriff has a, or if you need to start your sentence, you should do the right thing and go down to the jail and turn yourself in. In the case of an outstanding warrant, go down to the jail reception area, and tell someone that you think there may be a warrant out for your arrest. A record check will be run, and if they verify that you have one, they will ask that you surrender yourself and you will be taken into custody. When reporting to serve a sentence, report to the jail at the exact time and date that the sentence order lists. Ensure that you get don’t get there late, or they may decide to arrest you. Make sure that you only bring required items when you go, such as your driver’s license or your ID, any prescription medication you might take, along with your doctor’s prescription, as well as a copy of the sentencing order.

In order to have visitors, inmates must give each visitor’s name to the jail. Your visitors will be put in a log of visitors as an authorized visitor. All visitors will be required to provide proof of identification. Any visitors that gets to visitation or that is not on the visitation list will not be allowed to visit the inmate.
Visitation procedures can change, so double-check the official jail site before go to the jail to visit an inmate.

Phone calls that inmates are allowed to make from jail are made through a jail approved pre-paid phone account or phone card . Calls made in jail are usually pricier than phone calls made outside of jail. There are certain restrictions about when and how often you can use the phone, but you should keep in mind that there are a limited number of phones, so all the inmates must share phone time. If you break the rules, phone calls may be limited or eliminated completely.

Phone Number: (706) 439-6080

All mail has to be sent via the actual US Postal Service, and not courier or delivery, or hand delivered. You must not use any other type of mail delivery. Clearly write the prisoner’s name, inmate ID, and the address of the jail on the outside of the letter that you send. Don’t mail anything in a package or box, padded envelope, bag, or an envelope with metal inside. Any mail sent to inmates is opened and read and examined by the staff, and the mail will be returned if they decide it is inappropriate.

The mailing address for Union County Jail is:

Union County Jail
378 Beasley Street
Blairsville, GA 30512

Here is how you should address the letter:

[INMATE’S FULL NAME]
[INMATE ID]
Union County Jail
378 Beasley Street
Blairsville, GA 30512

The inmate mail policy at Union County Jail can change, so it would be best to visit the official website before you send a letter to an inmate.

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When you get arrested, you have rights, one of these is the right to request an attorney. You are only allowed to make so many phone calls in jail, so make sure you ask a friend or family member to locate a lawyer when you call them. I know you’re probably asking yourself right now ‘why do I need an attorney?’ You are not required to have an attorney for some criminal charges, a criminal defense attorney will advise you about your rights, help protect your interests and help you navigate through the complicated legal system that you are now faced with. The quicker you hire an attorney to represent you and work on your case, the better off you’ll be.

For more info on how to find a lawyer, visit: How to Find an Attorney in Union County

If you’ve been arrested and cannot afford a lawyer, the courts will assign you a public defender, which is a free lawyer. Also, the Public Defender is staffed by investigators, crime scene and forensics experts as well as social workers. You should be reassured that Public Defenders are bona-fide lawyers that are admitted to the Georgia State Bar Association and are completely licensed to practice law.

Have you or someone you know used a Public Defender? How did they do?

Court records are a matter of public record. Court records are comprised of a court case file with a docket sheet and all motions, documents, and evidence in the case. You are able to access your court records via the online service, or by going to the Clerk of Court’s office.

The Clerk of Court is an officer of the court that maintains court records. The Clerk of Court also administer the oath during court cases, and also read the jury’s verdict. All court records from your case are kept and available to you at the Union County Clerk of Court.

Court fees are the charges and fees from your case, for example filing fees, motion fees and various court charges. If you don’t have the money to pay these fees and have been assigned a Public Defender, you may not have to pay the fees.

The magistrate is the judge who presides over your case in court. Magistrate judges do different functions, like determining how much your bail will be, issuing warrants, and presiding over preliminary court proceedings and detention proceedings.

A defendant’s pre-sentencing report is prepared with information about your background and details of the arrestee’s life, which the judge will consider when determining the sentence. Information will be gathered from the defendant, his or her family members, and in some circumstances the victim of the crime. Don’t forget you can ask to see a copy of your pre-sentencing report prior to sentencing, so you get the chance to review it for accuracy and completeness, and correct any mistakes.

If you get convicted of a crime during your trial, you will then get sentenced. There are several different options for sentencing, which include community service, house arrest, and probation, to incarceration in either jail (short term) or prison (long term). Depending on sentencing guidelines and the severity of your crime, you might get taken into custody, right there in court, or you might be given a date that you are required to turn yourself into jail to serve out your sentence.

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Want to find out if a family member or friend is in jail, or has ever been in jail?

To do so, you will have to visit the Union County jail website and do an inmate search lookup, and search using:

• Name.
• Date of birth.
• Approximate booking date.
• and their inmate ID.

If you’re not sure if this person is in jail, you can also call the jail to find out.

If you believe you have an outstanding warrant for your arrest, you can access arrest warrants inquiry on the Union County court website or call the court directly. This requires a first and last name. You can also go to the local jail and ask one of the officers. Keep in mind that if you do have an outstanding warrant, you should be prepared to get taken into custody immediately.

If you know a person’s name, as well as their arrest date, contact the Union County jail, by phone, go there in person, or check online. An arrest is in the public record and the information is freely available.

Civil processes are when you get served with papers, which can be , subpoenas, and arrest warrants. You can find these by getting in touch with the Sheriff’s office, online or by phone.

All registered sex offenders are listed and registered on both a national and state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been tried by jury and convicted in a court of law of a sex offense. You are able to see sex offenders online, but keep in mind that you will not get the precise address, rather the neighborhood block that they live on.

Court Records are public, and are accessible by anyone. They include a case file containing a court docket and all of the documents and filings filed in your case. You can access the court records on the website, or at the Union County Clerk of Court office in the county where the case was filed.

Each state maintains records of someone’s criminal history. These online databases are connected so you can track criminal backgrounds from any other state. You can go to the courthouse and check in person or you can check the website. It is helpful to know the county the crime was committed in, and if it was in a totally different state, you might have to pay for a more intensive search.

A criminal records search you are able to get a listing of all the arrests, charges, or convictions for any crimes, which can include:

• DUI.
• Drug offenses.
• Kidnapping.
• Sexual offenses including rape, assault.
• Violent crimes including assault, battery and murder.
• Breaking and entering, theft, larceny.

During a criminal records search, you generally won’t discover if they have had any:

• Speeding tickets.
• Drivers license suspended or revoked.
• Traffic accidents.
• Moving violations.
• Parking Tickets.

To search for driving records, you will have to do a driving history search.

Have you ever needed to find criminal records? Was it an easy process? Did you search online or did you have to make a phone call to the local courthouse? Was the information correct? There are lots of reasons that folks search for criminal backgrounds and records, and your feedback might help other people.

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Most Wanted

The FBI has a list of the Top Ten Most Wanted Criminals. In Union County, the Sheriff has their own list of the most wanted criminals, that you can access online.

FBI Ten Most Wanted List: Link

Union County Sheriff’s Department Ten Most Wanted List: Link


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Life In Jail / What Its Like

Daily Life

Just the thought of spending time in the Union County jail is quite unpleasant, in time you will get used to the daily routine there. Inmates get an alarm for wake-up at about six in the morning, and next they’ll do roll call. You will then get breakfast. Following breakfast participate in the work program or other activity that you are assigned. This could be working in the kitchen, laundry, or some sort of manufacturing job. While this may seem tedious, it may help you when you leave jail, as you are gaining experience in a certain field of work. Other inmates go to school, while some take part in mandated treatment programs. After lunch, there will be another roll call, then back to work. Your evening will be spent either in your cell or a common room. During this time dinner is served and you will be expected to take a shower. After another roll call, it’s lights out. Even though you will be confined to your cell, there may be enough light to read or write letters. Then again, most inmates welcome lights out, and try to get as much sleep as they can.

Most people are frightened at the idea of jail because they don’t know what to expect. If you have spent any time in Union County Jail, your experiences would be welcomed, if it can help another person to deal with it.

Dress Code

When incarcerated, all inmates are expected to wear the Union County Jail uniform. This is normally a jumpsuit or scrubs. Of note to anyone visiting an inmate – you must be properly dressed. Any clothing considered inappropriate will not be permitted.

How To Send Money to an Inmate

You will have your own ‘bank account’ while in jail. This money is used to purchase items from the Commissary. Family and friends can deposit money into this account for you, and any money you earn while in prison will also be deposited into your account. Outside money can be paid in to your account via a money order, cash or check. If someone sends a check or money order, make sure that they write your inmate ID on it. The maximum amount you are allowed in your account is $290 per month.

The rules for sending money to inmates at Union County Jail can change, so we suggest that you check the official website when you send funds to an inmate.


Commissary

The commissary is the jail store. You can purchase a number of things here, such as toiletries, snacks and writing supplies. Bear in mind that you will probably want to use the commissary daily, and any infractions will get that privilege taken away from you.

Inmate Medications

If you are on any type of prescription medication, you will be allowed to continue taking it while in jail. When you are first processed, you will be asked what medication you take. You will then be referred to the jail nurse or doctor who will be in charge of monitoring your health and prescribing your medication.

Meals

You will get three meals a day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. As expected, they are very basic, but healthy. A typical breakfast might be cereal, toast, coffee and fruit. Lunch might be spaghetti, salad, bread and milk. Dinner could be chicken casserole, rice, vegetables, dessert and milk. Contrary to popular belief, prison food has greatly improved over the years, and you might find that it’s not much different from what you would eat at home.

Pods / The Yard

The jail is designed in a ‘pod’ layout, with self-contained housing arranged around an outdoor yard. Each pod has a central control station and a common room, and the inmates take turns in using the yard. The jail is designed this way to keep certain inmates together, and others away from the general population.

Gangs

As with life in general, gangs are a part of prison life. Obviously it is best to avoid becoming a part of this environment as it will only lead to trouble. When you first enter prison, you might find yourself being ‘primed’ to join a gang, or worse, you might get their attention in a negative way. The best thing to do is keep your head down and don’t get involved.


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News and Media

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Jobs

Types of Jobs at Union County Jail

The Deputy Sheriff is the second in command at the Union County Jail, overseeing the day to day operations and administration of the jail. An inmate is unlikely to have much interaction with the Deputy Sheriff, unless they have committed an infraction. Detention Officers are responsible for the custody and care of the inmates. They maintain order in the jail, and handle security. A Detention Officer is assigned to a certain pod, and therefore is responsible for the same inmates each day. They get to know the inmates on a certain level and are well equipped to handle any problems that may occur.

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Requirements:

• You have to be over the age of 21.
• You have to possess a High School Diploma or GED
• You have to be a US Citizen.
• You have to pass a Criminal, Credit and Driving History background check.
• You have to pass a drug test.
• You have to have a good level of fitness.
• You have to be in good health.
• You have to have a valid Driver’s License
• An applicant for Deputy Sheriff must possess a Law Enforcement Certification.


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Family Resources

There are resources for families of both the perpetrator of the crime and the victim. The social and emotional impact of crime is far reaching, affecting many. Families can receive professional counseling, court related assistance, social services assistance and help in navigating the criminal justice system.

If you are a family member, which resources did you find to be particularly helpful? Please let us know, as this will be helpful to other families in the same situation.

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Victim Resources

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.

Victim’s Rights

The Victim Rights Act grants victims the following rights:

• The right to protection from the accused.
• The right to notification.
• The right to attend proceedings.
• The right to speak at criminal justice proceedings.
• The right to consult with the prosecuting attorney.
• The right to restitution.
• The right to a speedy trial.
• The right to be treated with fairness, dignity and respect.

The definition of victim includes:

• Spouses and children of all victims.
• Parents and guardians of minor victims.
• Parents, guardians and siblings of mentally or physically incapacitated victims or victims of homicide.
• Foster parents or other caregivers, under certain circumstances.

There are a number of services and programs designed to help victims and their families. You can find out about these services by contacting the courthouse, or local law enforcement agency.

Victim Notification

The Department of Justice Victim Notification System (VNS) is a system that provides victims with information pertaining to their case and/or any defendants in the case. You will receive a Victim Identification Number (VIN) and a Personal Identification Number (PIN) that will allow you to access VNS via the internet or by phone. Here, you will find information about future court hearings, historical court events, and detailed information about the defendant. This will include criminal charges filed, the outcome of charges, sentence imposed, custody location, projected release date and any other release information. The VNS website is updated daily. You will also receive any ongoing information by mail or email.

Have you, a family member or friend ever used the Victim Notification System? If so, was it effective? Did you get the information in a timely manner? Was the system difficult to use? We would like to hear from you, so please post any comments here.

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Sex Offender Information and Search

All people registered as sex offenders are registered on either a national or state sex offender database. The people on these databases have been convicted of a sex or kidnapping crime. You can access this information online, but bear in mind that you will not get the exact address, rather the block that they live on.

Domestic Violence

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, there are services to help you. Your county will have a Domestic Violence Services office. They provide free and confidential services, such as emergency shelter information, legal advocacy, support groups and domestic violence education. They will work to help you create a safe and violence-free life, and heal from the trauma of abuse.

Important Note: If you, or someone you know, are in immediate danger, call 911.


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Reviews

Reviews of this Jail

Have you ever been a prisoner in this jail? Do you know anybody that is a prisoner there? Have you ever been to visit an inmate there?

If yes, then please write a review about it. Write down your jail experience so other people can find out what to expect.

Things you can include in what you write:

• Conditions in Union County Jail.
• Jail and pod layout and facility
• Guards and staff
• Food and commissary
• Visitation
• The other inmates.
• Safety
• Gang activity
• Prisoner activities and programs


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Tell Your Story

Anyone who’s been in jail has a story to tell. Why’d you get arrested? Did you get fair treatment? How was life in jail? What about the other inmates? How did it affect you to go to jail?

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Send a Message to Your Cell Mate

Make some good friends in jail? Trying to find someone you met in jail? Write your message below.

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Links and Resources

Main Union County Jail Link
Union County Jail Inmate Search Link
Union County Jail Mugshots
Union County Jail Bail Amount Link

Union County Jail Visitation Policy Link
Union County Jail Mail Policy
Find an inmate at Union County Jail
Union County Warrant Lookup
Union County Jail Arrests
Send Funds to an Inmate at Union County Jail
Union County Jail Employment


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