This page helps with an inmate search in New Hanover County, North Carolina by pointing you to the official search tool and the detention contacts that support inmate-related questions.
The main online resource is the New Hanover Sheriff's Office P2C Inmate Inquiry, which lists active inmate information through the Sheriff to Citizen system.
New Hanover Sheriff's Office P2C Inmate Inquiry
Use the New Hanover Sheriff's Office P2C Inmate Inquiry to search active inmate information by name.
- Last name
- First name
The results appear in an inmate inquiry index, so check spelling and review matching names carefully before selecting a record.
- Enter the person’s last name and, if available, first name.
- Run the search and review the inmate inquiry index.
- Select the matching row when the system asks you to choose a result.
Search tip: If a full name does not return a clear match, try a last-name search and compare the displayed details.
Information shown in inmate results
The inmate inquiry index displays basic identifying and booking information for matching records.
| Result field | What it means |
|---|---|
| Name | The inmate name shown in the index. |
| Last name, first name, and middle name | Separate name fields used to identify the listed person. |
| Race, sex, and age | Basic descriptive information shown with the record. |
| Primary charge | The main charge displayed in the inmate index. |
| Arrest date | The date shown for the arrest. |
| Booking agency | The agency listed with the booking. |
New Hanover County Detention Facility
The New Hanover County Detention Facility is operated through the Sheriff’s Office Detention Division. The division supervises the inmate population, handles inmate transportation, classification, front desk duties, and booking/intake responsibilities.
Booking and intake are staffed 24 hours a day for people pending confinement. The facility is located on Juvenile Center Road and is part of the Sheriff’s Office operations in Castle Hayne.
You can review the Sheriff’s Office Detention Division information for visitation, mail, money, and phone-service details.
Visitation, mail, and inmate support
Visitation is by appointment and must be scheduled by the inmate. Visitation hours are listed between 1 and 9 pm daily, and visits are 45 minutes.
Beginning December 1, 2025, inmate mail should be addressed with the inmate’s name and ID number and sent to the Longview, Texas P.O. Box listed by the Detention Division. Mail standards include letter-size white paper, a return address, and page limits.
For money to inmates, the Detention Division lists the McDaniel Supply Company website as an online option. Money orders must be made payable to New Hanover County, with the inmate’s name in the memo section. Cash deposits may be made through the automated kiosk in the facility lobby.
Statewide automated information, including inmate sentences and projected release dates, may be available by calling 877-NCSAVAN.
Other Sheriff to Citizen resources
The Sheriff to Citizen site also includes a daily bulletin, most wanted, community calendar, FAQ, and event search. The site states that users may search active inmate information, view active warrants, and search community-related events.
For broader Sheriff’s Office information, use the New Hanover Sheriff's Office P2C main page.
Inmate search contacts
Use these public contacts for detention-related questions that cannot be resolved through the online inmate inquiry.
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New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, 3950 Juvenile Center Road, Castle Hayne, NC 28429
Phone: (910) 798-4200 -
Detention Division
Phone: (910) 798-4200
Fax: (910) 798-4163
Common questions
Where do I search for an inmate in New Hanover County?
Use the P2C Inmate Inquiry from the New Hanover Sheriff’s Office to search active inmate information by name.
What details can I see in the inmate inquiry index?
The index can show the inmate’s name, race, sex, age, primary charge, arrest date, and booking agency.
Who handles detention facility questions?
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division handles detention facility operations. The division can be reached at (910) 798-4200.
How is inmate visitation scheduled?
Visitation is by appointment only and must be scheduled by the inmate. Listed visitation hours are between 1 and 9 pm daily.
Can I call for statewide automated inmate information?
Yes. Automated information such as inmate sentences and projected release dates may be available statewide by calling 877-NCSAVAN.