Mecklenburg County Jail
North Carolina
Mecklenburg County Detention Center - Central
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office runs the Mecklenburg County Detention Center - Central in Charlotte.
- Address
- 801 East Fourth Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
- Phone
- (704) 336-8100
How to find an inmate
To check whether someone is held at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center - Central in Charlotte, use the inmate or arrest inquiry search on the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office website, or call the Sheriff's Office with the person's full name and date of birth. For people sentenced to state prison, use the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction offender public information search.
Visitation
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office sets visitation rules for its detention facilities, including scheduling and ID requirements. Check the Sheriff's Office website or call the facility to confirm current visitation procedures before you go.
Bail and bond
Bond in Mecklenburg County is set by a magistrate or judge. Check the Sheriff's Office website or call the detention center to confirm the bond amount, where and how to pay, and whether a licensed bail bondsman can be used.
Mail and money
Mail must include the inmate's full name and follow the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office mail rules, and it is subject to inspection. Check the Sheriff's Office website or call the facility to confirm current mail rules and approved methods for depositing money to an inmate's account.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out if someone is in the Mecklenburg County Detention Center?
Use the inmate search on the Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office website at mecksheriff.com or call (704) 336-8100.
What is the address of the Mecklenburg County Detention Center - Central?
The detention center is at 801 East Fourth Street, Charlotte, NC 28202.
How do I post bail in Mecklenburg County?
Check the Sheriff's Office website or call the detention center to confirm the bond amount and how to pay.
Can I send money to an inmate at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center?
Yes. Check the Sheriff's Office website or call the facility to confirm the approved deposit methods.