Richland County Detention Center
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- Facility Type
- County Facility
- Security Level
- Pretrial / Sentenced
- Inmate Capacity
- Not available
- Established
- Not available
- Operated By
- Richland County Sheriff's Department
Richland County Detention Center Inmate Communication Overview
The Richland County Detention Center, officially the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center, is the county jail in Columbia, South Carolina, operated by the Richland County Sheriff's Department. Located on John Mark Dial Drive, it houses pretrial and sentenced inmates from across Richland County and the Columbia metro area.
Phone calls run through GTL, with families funding ConnectNetwork phone accounts so the inmate can call them. Video visits and electronic messaging run through GettingOut, GTL's consumer platform; families register on GettingOut, verify their identity, and schedule visits in advance.
Visitors must be on the inmate's approved list and check in ahead of their scheduled time. Because phones and video run through GTL's connected systems, families need both a ConnectNetwork account and a GettingOut account. All calls and video visits are monitored and recorded.
Facility Information
Contact details and location information for this correctional facility.
Address
201 John Mark Dial Dr, Columbia, SC 29209
Main Phone
(803) 576-3200
Administrative line — not for inmate calls
Communication Options
Available communication services at Richland County Detention Center.
Messaging
Electronic messages to and from the inmate.
Provider: GettingOut
Available. Messaging through the GettingOut app and website.
Video Calls
Remote or in-person video visitation.
Provider: GettingOut
Available. Video visits through GettingOut; register and schedule in advance.
Photo Sharing
Send approved digital or physical photos.
Provider: GettingOut
Available. Photo sharing through the GettingOut app where the facility allows it.
Phone Calls
Inmate-initiated phone calls to approved numbers.
Provider: GTL
Available. Inmate-initiated calls through GTL. Fund a ConnectNetwork account so the inmate can call you.
Money Transfer
Send funds to commissary or phone accounts.
Deposit options are listed on the sheriff's inmate information page.
Communication Providers at Richland County Detention Center
These providers operate communication services at this facility. Each may cover different services.
GTL
Inmate phone system through GTL's ConnectNetwork.
View GTL ServicesGettingOut
GTL's consumer platform for video visits, messaging, and photo sharing.
View GettingOut ServicesCommunication Rules at Richland County Detention Center
- Create a ConnectNetwork account for phone calls and a GettingOut account for video and messaging.
- Verify your identity on GettingOut before scheduling a video visit.
- Confirm the visitor is on the inmate's approved list before planning a visit.
- All calls and video visits are monitored and recorded.
- Check in ahead of your scheduled visit time with a valid photo ID.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Richland County Detention Center
Common questions from families about communication at this facility.
- How do I receive calls from a Richland County Detention Center inmate?
- Fund a GTL AdvancePay account through ConnectNetwork. The inmate places the call to you.
- How do video visits work?
- Register on GettingOut, verify your identity, and schedule in advance through the facility's visitation process.
- Can I message an inmate?
- Yes, through the GettingOut app and website once your account is verified and the inmate approves the contact.
- Where is the detention center?
- 201 John Mark Dial Drive, Columbia, SC 29209. Call 803-576-3200 for information.
- Is this the same as Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center?
- Yes. The Richland County Detention Center is officially named the Alvin S. Glenn Detention Center.
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