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Coffee Correctional Facility
Nicholls, Georgia
Inmate Mail Information
All inmate mail must be addressed as follows: Inmate's Full Name & GDC # Building Assignment (if available) P.O. Box 650 Nicholls, GA 31554
The return address section must contain the sender's full name and address. Mail that does not contain this information will be returned to the sender.
Inmates are not limited on the quantity of mail (letters or post cards) received. However, inmates are not allowed to receive more than 20 photos; Polaroid photos are not allowed.
All mail including publications will be inspected by assigned mailroom staff. Material that is deemed to be inappropriate will not be allowed. Some examples of prohibited material are: o Gang related material or photos showing gang activities o Sexually explicit material either in language or photos o Suspicious mailings (oily stains, discolorations, glue, tape, foil, etc..) o Graphic violence o Tattoo Patterns o Drug paraphernalia o Information regarding weaponry (guns, rifles, bombs, explosives , or other weapons) o Identity theft o Escape methods o Gambling strategies o Survival Strategies o Maps of the city where the facility is located or surrounding communities o Greeting cards larger than 8"x10", containing electronic or non-paper parts, or constructed in a way to conceal contraband
In general, any material that could reasonably jeopardize legitimate penalogical interests will not be allowed. This list is not meant to represent all materials that could be considered non-allowable. The discretion of the Administrative Staff and the Warden will be used.
Inmates are allowed to receive one package per month. This can be either a package from the State of Georgia's Property Program (Access Securepak) or books/CD's sent directly from a distributor. An approved package request sheet is required for books/CD's; this is submitted by the inmate for approval
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by the unit staff. Exceptions to the one package per month rule may be made for Christmas packages or other State of Georgia package programs at the discretion of the Warden.
Procedures for Sending Money
All monetary transactions are handled by the Georgia Department of Corrections.
Money Orders should be mailed to: GDC Inmate Trust PO Box 405699 Atlanta, GA 30384-
Money Orders should be made payable to the inmate (First Name, Last Name GDC #)
Funds can be added using:
JPAY
www.jpay.com or by phone at 1- 800-574-
TOUCHPAY
www.tponlinepay.com
WESTERN UNION Use the blue Quick Collect Form Code City: GADOC Account number: Inmate's GDC # and last name with no spaces (i.e. 00001smith) Made payable to Georgia Department of Corrections
KEEFE
www.inmatedeposits.com or by phone at 1-866-345-
NO MONEY ORDERS OR CASH SHOULD BE SENT TO COFFEE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY.
Emergency Notifications
Notifications regarding the demise or health of an inmate's immediate family should be directed to the
Chaplain at 912-345-5058 ext. 25554.
Visitation Frequently Asked Questions
Who can visit?
Only persons approved on an inmate's visitation list are allowed to visit. Inmates are responsible for
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enter. We do our best to accommodate all visitors, but overcrowding sometimes becomes an issue due
to holidays or at the peak of vacation season.
Where do I park when I arrive at the facility?
Visitors park in the parking lot in front of the prison. Visitors are asked to lock their doors and roll up
their windows during their visit. Handicap parking is available and marked as required.
Will I be searched?
All visitors will be searched including children. Clearance of a metal detector is required. All items must be removed from pockets and placed in the provided container. Shoes, belts, watches, and any other item that might cause the metal detector to alarm must be placed in the container. If the metal detector cannot be cleared without triggering the alarm, the visitor will be asked to sign a release form agreeing to a pat search by a correctional officer.
What is the dress code for visitation?
The following items of clothing are not permitted: o Shorts o Crop tops o Sleeveless tops o Sheer /see-through apparel o Pants with holes o Revealing clothing (i.e. low cut tights, spandex/stretch pants) o Flip-flop shoes o All white clothing resembling the inmate's uniforms o Clothing bearing gang affiliation, alcoholic beverages, or offensive language Jackets must remain on the visitor or neatly folded in the possession of the visitor at all times. No exchange of clothing, jewelry, or any other items between the inmate and a visitor is allowed.
What type of identification do I need to be allowed into the facility?
Visitors age sixteen (16) and above must present government or state issued identification to gain entry. Drivers' license, military identification, and student identification are acceptable.
What items am I allowed to bring to visitation?
Identification, Car keys, one (1) diaper, one (1) baby bottle; Money, up to $50.00 per group of visitors, should be placed in a clear ziploc bag. Rolled quarters or lower denomination bills for the change machine are acceptable.
