Mail Services

UPDATED MAILBOX NOTICE (6/14/21) – Open PDF

Inmate Mail Rules

All incoming and outgoing mail to inmates, with the exception of legal mail, must be in pre-stamped or metered form. This change is being implemented to ensure the safety and security of jail facilities, inmates and staff.

Acceptable Postcards

  • Stamps are NOT allowed, postcards must be metered or have a pre-printed stamp.
  • Must be addressed to: Inmate’s full name and ID number, Facility name and address.
  • Minimum size requirements are 3.5 inches by 4.25 inches.
  • Maximum allowable postcard size is 4.25 inches by 6 inches.
  • Should be written in BLUE or BLACK INK ONLY.
  • Postcards must be white in color and are available at any United States Post Office.

Unacceptable Postcards

  • Defaced or altered Postcards.
  • No plastic or wrappings on Postcards.
  • Postcards marked with paint, crayons or markers.
  • Postcards with labels or stickers.
  • Postcards with watermarks or stains.
  • Postcards with any biohazards, including perfumes or lipstick.
  • Postcards depicting nudity, weapons or gang references.
  • Postcards containing an affixed stamp.

Legal mail – Will be checked for contraband only and must be in official envelopes.

PHOTOGRAPHS – NO POLAROID PICTURES!

  • Photos are only accepted at www.smartjailmail.com
  • Photographs must not depict sexual activity, visibly expose the breast, pubic area or buttocks, contain gang signs or codes or promote or show illegal activity.
  • All drawings will be rejected if suspected of being used for tattoo purposes

POSTCARDS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE THROUGH THE COMMISSARY.

The address is as follows:
INMATE NAME Number
c/o Worth County Sheriff’s Office
201 North Main Street Rm# 14
Sylvester, Ga. 31791

BOOKS

  • Only two books sent to an inmate per month