Houston County Sheriff Reports Jail Overcrowding Concerns in Georgia
PERRY, GEORGIA — The Houston County Sheriff’s Office says inmate levels at the county detention center have returned to a “manageable and safe capacity” after weeks of coordinated action to resolve overcrowding concerns.
Sheriff Matt Moulton announced Friday that the inmate population at the Houston County Detention Center has been reduced to 579, thanks to a collaborative effort involving multiple agencies — including local law enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office, and the court system.
Joint Effort Brings Relief to Detention Center
Sheriff Moulton said the initiative was prompted by public concerns over the growing jail population, which had begun straining resources and safety protocols.
“We appreciate the continued cooperation of our community and partner agencies as we work to ensure public safety and maintain the integrity of our detention operations,” Moulton said in a statement.
The Sheriff credited interagency coordination for helping balance inmate intake, case processing, and transfers, which collectively eased the strain on the facility.
Standard Arrest Procedures Remain in Effect
Officials reminded residents that individuals with active warrants or Violation of Probation (VOP) cases — as well as those arrested for new offenses — will still be processed and transported to the detention center as normal.
Sheriff Moulton reiterated that maintaining both security and humane conditions remains a top priority for the department.
The Houston County Sheriff’s Office continues to monitor inmate numbers closely and coordinate with partner agencies to ensure the population stays within state and federal safety standards.
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