Jackson County Jail
North Carolina
Jackson County Detention Center
The Jackson County Detention Center in Sylva is operated by the Jackson County Sheriff's Office.
- Address
- 399 Grindstaff Cove Rd, Sylva, NC 28779
- Phone
- (828) 586-8901
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.jacksonnc.org/
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How to find an inmate
To find out if someone is held at the Jackson County Detention Center in Sylva, check any inmate roster on the Jackson County Sheriff's Office official site, or call the facility with the person's full name and date of birth. People sentenced to state prison can be found with the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction offender search.
Visitation
The Jackson County Sheriff's Office sets the visitation rules for the detention center in Sylva. Visitors generally need valid photo ID and may need to schedule in advance. Call the facility to confirm the current schedule and procedures.
Bail and bond
A magistrate or judge in Jackson County sets bail. Bond can usually be posted at the magistrate's office or the detention center in Sylva, in cash or through a licensed bail bondsman. Call to confirm the bond amount and accepted payment methods.
Mail and money
Mail should be addressed with the inmate's full name and the detention center address in Sylva, following the sheriff's office mail rules. Funds can be added to an inmate's account through the methods the sheriff's office approves. Confirm current options with the facility.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Jackson County Detention Center?
Call (828) 586-8901 with the person's full name and date of birth, or check the sheriff's office roster if one is available.
What is the address of the Jackson County Detention Center?
The address is 399 Grindstaff Cove Rd, Sylva, NC 28779.
How do I post bail in Jackson County?
Pay the bond set by the magistrate in cash or through a licensed bondsman. Call to confirm the details.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Jackson County Detention Center?
Yes, through methods the sheriff's office approves. Confirm the current options with the facility.