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What is the mailing address for the Columbia County Jail?
The person's name, Columbia County Jail, 85 Industrial Tract, Hudson, NY 12534.
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Columbia County Jail Mailing Address
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Overview
Mail for someone at the Columbia County Jail goes to their name, Columbia County Jail, 85 Industrial Tract, Hudson, NY 12534. Mail must have no lipstick, marker or glue, and no electronic or musical cards. Up to 6 photos can be left at the window, no Polaroids.
Quick Facts
- 1 Name, 85 Industrial Tract, Hudson, NY 12534
- 2 No lipstick, marker or glue
- 3 No electronic or musical cards
- 4 No cash by mail
- 5 Up to 6 photos at the window
- 6 No Polaroids
- 7 No packages except puzzles and trial clothes
- 8 Tablet email through Smart Communications
The Address
[Full Name]
Columbia County Jail
85 Industrial Tract
Hudson, NY 12534
What Gets Rejected
- No lipstick, marker, glue or any other substance on the mail.
- No electronic or musical cards.
- No cash through the mail.
Mail that is not allowed goes back to the sender if unopened, or into the person’s property if it has been opened.
Photos
Up to 6 photos can be left at the jail window, with no Polaroids.
Packages
Only photos, unopened puzzles and trial clothing are accepted at the window. All other packages are not permitted.
Messages on the Tablet
Since August 2025, each person held has a Smart Communications tablet for email and text. Families sign up at smartinmate.com.
Keeping a Letter Plain
Lipstick, marker or glue on a letter sends it back to you. Pigeonly prints the letter you type on your phone and mails it to 85 Industrial Tract.
Families Also Ask
4 of 4 questions
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Why was my letter returned?
Mail with lipstick, marker, glue or other substances, or electronic or musical cards, is not allowed.
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Can I send photos?
Up to 6 photos can be left at the jail window. No Polaroids.
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Can I send packages?
No. Only photos, unopened puzzles and trial clothing are accepted at the window.
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All information on this page comes directly from official government and facility sources. How we verify information › Last verified October 8, 2026. Official source: columbiacountyny.gov/560/Misc-Jail-Information ›