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SORJ is for Regional Facility offenders have not been sentenced yet and are detained here until their case is heard.
All prisons and jails have Security or Custody levels depending on the inmate’s classification, sentence, and criminal history. Please review the rules and regulations for Medium facility.
The phone carrier is InmateSales.com, to see their rates and best-calling plans for your inmate to call you.
If you are seeking to send your inmate money for commissary, one recommended for this facility is TouchPay There is a fee for sending money, see their rates and limitations.
If you are unsure of your inmate's location, you can search and locate your inmate by typing in their last name, first name or first initial, and/or the offender ID number to get their accurate information immediately Registered Offenders
The SORJ is a locally operated low to medium-security regional detention center situated at 16677 Riverside Dr in Nelsonville, OH. This facility houses inmates from multiple surrounding counties that do not have a holding facility or jail, in addition to local detainees. Individuals awaiting trial or sentencing, as well as those serving shorter sentences, typically serve less than five years. SORJ accommodates detainees brought in by the Athens County Sheriff's Office, the Ohio DOC, Nelsonville Police Department, and other nearby law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Marshal’s Service.
New detainees arrive frequently and may be released on bail, under pretrial supervision, or on their recognizance with a commitment to appear in court. Those who remain in custody receive essential amenities, including secure accommodations, meals, and access to necessary services. To review recent arrest records for Ohio, you can access public records here.
The Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail, established in April 1998, is a collaborative effort managed by the Judges, Sheriffs, and Commissioners of Athens, Hocking, Morgan, Perry, and Vinton Counties. This facility was created following applicable statutes and regulations to ensure public safety through the provision of professionally managed detention services for confined offenders, according to court judgments.
The Regional Jail strives to offer a broad range of detention options, within the limits of available resources. These options include community programs and similar sanctions designed to serve both societal and individual offender needs. Such programs aim to enhance offenders' ability to reintegrate into the community and maintain law-abiding lives.
Inmate workers are chosen based on conduct and cooperation with staff. Participation in the community service program can reduce sentences by one day for every 24 hours of work. Inmate workers receive double feeding trays and two mattresses. Commissary is available weekly, with orders submitted via kiosk two days in advance. On holidays, orders may be doubled. Indigent inmates must miss two commissary days to receive a weekly indigent pack containing basic hygiene items, and indigent mail is stamped only for the Attorney of Record or the Court. Upon receiving commissary items, inmates must present their ID, check their order, and sign for it in the presence of the commissary employee.
For inmate commissary accounts, the jail accepts money orders addressed to the Commissary Department by mail only. Additionally, funds can be added to an inmate's account via the TouchPay link provided here. The jail offers a phone program for outbound calls only, with inmates unable to receive incoming calls. Accepting collect calls can be expensive, sometimes exceeding $10 per call. Alternatively, setting up an account through a third-party phone company may entail high fees per minute of usage. Click here for discounts on inmate calls, especially if the communication with your inmate is frequent. It's important to remember that all phone calls are recorded, and discussing sensitive legal matters over these lines is discouraged.
Books and magazines ordered for inmates must come directly from the publisher. This policy ensures that the items are new, untampered, and comply with the facility's regulations. Prisons and jails enforce this rule to prevent the introduction of contraband or prohibited materials. By restricting orders to publishers, the facility can better maintain security and control over the content entering the institution. Any books or magazines not received directly from the publisher will be rejected and not delivered to the inmate. You may, however, send letters and selfies to inmates with this easy-to-use app, packages starting at $8.00.
Regarding medical information, the jail's medical staff is prohibited from discussing an inmate's medical status with family members due to medical privacy laws. When reporting to jail for a commitment, individuals may bring money for their commissary accounts and prescription medications in their original bottles. To expedite the booking process, it is advisable to bring a copy of the commitment to jail if available.
