How to Send Mail or Package
Personal mail to inmates is scanned and made available for viewing via kiosks. Those sending mail are encouraged to subscribe to MailGuard Tracker to view delivery status, receive notifications of rejected mail, and download copies of mail that has been received and processed. Upon release, inmates may download their photos, messages, and mail for free. Mail to inmates should be addressed to:
Smart Communications / Garland Co. Det. Ctr.
Inmate Name and Number
PO Box 9141
Seminole, FL 33775-9141
To add funds to inmates’ accounts, there are kiosks in the lobby. Funds may also be added online at JailATM’s website.
Visitation Hours
Onsite and remote video visitation are both available at Garland County jail. Onsite visits should be scheduled via the video visitation vendor 24 hours in advance. Visitation is Thursday through Sunday from noon to 8:40 p.m. and inmates may have two visits per week. Visitors should arrive 15 minutes early. Two people may attend each visit, not including children under the age of five. Minors should be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or adult family member. Onsite visits are free.
Remote video visitation is operated by SmartInmate. Visitors should create an account on their website and purchase and schedule visits at least 24 hours in advance. Visits last 20 or 40 minutes and are available Monday through Sunday from noon to 8:40 p.m.
Garland County Sheriff Information
The Garland County jail is operated by the local Sheriff’s Office. The current Sheriff is Mike McCormick.
525 Ouachita Avenue
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: 501-622-3660
Garland County is located in southwestern Arkansas and has an area of 735 square miles. At the 2020 Census, the population was 100,180. The largest city and county seat is Hot Springs.
Crime Statistics
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Garland County violent crime is 29.4. (The US average is 22.7)
Garland County property crime is 74.5. (The US average is 35.4)
Garland County Public Records Information
Records kept by the Sheriff’s Office are public information and copies may be obtained for a nominal fee in accordance with the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). Requests should be written, describe the records sought, and provide the full name and contact information of the person making the request. As of 2023, Garland County has hosted a public records request portal online. Requests may also be submitted in person or by mail, fax, or email.
Records Phone: 501-622-3676
