Macon County Jail
North Carolina
Macon County Detention Center
The Macon County Sheriff's Office runs the Macon County Detention Center in Franklin.
- Address
- 1820 Lakeside Drive, Franklin, NC 28734
- Phone
- (828) 349-2104
- Sheriff / jail site
- https://www.maconnc.org/sheriffs-office.html
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How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Macon County Detention Center in Franklin, call the Macon County Sheriff's Office with the person's full name and date of birth, or check any online inmate listing the Sheriff's Office provides. For people sentenced to state prison, use the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction offender public information search.
Visitation
Visitation at the Macon County Detention Center follows rules set by the Macon County Sheriff's Office. Call the facility to confirm the current schedule, ID requirements, and any registration steps before visiting.
Bail and bond
Bond in Macon County is set by a magistrate or judge. Call the detention center or the Macon County magistrate's office to confirm the bond amount, how to pay, and whether a licensed bail bondsman can be used.
Mail and money
Send mail to the inmate's full name at the Macon County Detention Center address in Franklin, and expect it to be inspected. Contact the facility to confirm current mail restrictions and the approved methods for adding money to an inmate's account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Macon County Detention Center?
Call the Macon County Sheriff's Office at (828) 349-2104 with the person's full name and date of birth.
What is the address of the Macon County Detention Center?
The detention center is at 1820 Lakeside Drive, Franklin, NC 28734.
How do I post bail in Macon County?
Contact the detention center or the Macon County magistrate's office to confirm the bond amount and accepted payment methods.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Macon County Detention Center?
Yes. Call the facility to confirm the approved deposit methods.