Marion County Jail
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- 2,600 approx.
- Established
- 1970
- Operated By
- Marion County Sheriff's Office
Marion County Jail Inmate Communication Overview
Marion County Jail, operated by the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and Marion County Sheriff's Office, is the primary pretrial detention facility for Indiana's most populous county. Located in downtown Indianapolis, the jail serves the county seat of Indiana and processes bookings from across Marion County. The facility houses both pretrial detainees awaiting court proceedings and individuals serving shorter sentences. Indianapolis's size and population mean the jail system maintains a substantial daily population across its facilities.
Communication at Marion County Jail is managed through GTL, which provides phone calls, video visitation, and electronic messaging services under the county contract. Families create a GTL account to access all available services. For phone calls, funding a GTL prepaid account linked to your phone number allows you to receive inmate-initiated calls. Remote video visits can be scheduled through the GTL platform. Electronic messaging via GTL delivers messages digitally within the facility.
Marion County Jail uses GTL under a county contract, not the JPay and GTL setup used by Indiana state prisons. If your loved one is convicted and transferred to an Indiana DOC state facility, communication will shift to JPay for messaging and a different GTL contract for phone and video. Until that transfer happens, the GTL county account is the right platform. Use the Marion County inmate search to verify current location before setting up accounts.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
695 Justice Way, Indianapolis, IN 46203
Main Phone
(317) 327-1700
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Official Website
Visit official siteCommunication Options
Available communication services at Marion County Jail.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: GTL
Electronic messaging via GTL. Delivered digitally within the facility.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: GTL
Remote video visits available. Schedule in advance through GTL.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Physical photo mail subject to Marion County content restrictions. No digital photo service.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: GTL
Fund a GTL prepaid account to receive inmate-initiated calls.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Provider: GTL
Commissary deposits via GTL or AccessCorrections.
Communication Providers at Marion County Jail
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
GTL
All Marion County Jail communication — phone, video, messaging, and money — runs through GTL.
Learn More About GTLCommunication Rules at Marion County Jail
- GTL serves Marion County Jail. After transfer to an IDOC state prison, JPay is required for messaging.
- All calls, messages, and visits are monitored by Marion County Sheriff's staff.
- One GTL account covers all Marion County jail communication services.
- Video visits require advance scheduling through GTL.
- Senders must be on the inmate's approved contact list.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Marion County Jail
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I contact someone at Marion County Jail?
- All services — phone, video, messaging, and money — are through GTL. Create an account at telmate.com or through the GTL Connect app. One account covers all communication.
- Can I do a video visit with someone at Marion County Jail?
- Yes, remote video visits are available through GTL. Log in, navigate to video visitation, select Marion County Jail, and schedule an available slot. You need a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.
- What changes when someone is transferred to an Indiana state prison?
- After transfer to an Indiana DOC facility, you will need a JPay account for messaging, photos, and trust account deposits. GTL continues for phone and video under a different IDOC contract. Set up JPay before or immediately after the transfer to avoid communication gaps.
- How do I find out if someone is in Marion County Jail?
- Marion County provides an online inmate search through the Marion County Sheriff's Office at indy.gov. Search by name to confirm current booking and custody status.
- How do I send money to a Marion County Jail inmate?
- Commissary deposits are made through GTL at telmate.com or through AccessCorrections. Add funds via debit or credit card. Processing typically takes one business day.
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