This page helps with an inmate search in Wake County, North Carolina by pointing you to the official detention resources, facility contacts, visitation rules, mail instructions, and inmate account options.
The Wake County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division manages the county’s adult detention facilities and is the main official channel for detention-related inmate information.
Wake County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division
For an inmate search or detention-related question in Wake County, start with the Wake County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division. The division manages two adult detention facilities in Wake County: the Wake County Detention Center on Hammond Road and the John H. Baker, Jr. Public Safety Center in downtown Raleigh.
Use the official Wake County Detention Division page to review detention information, facility details, and related inmate services.
Practical tip: If an online inmate lookup is not enough for your need, contact the detention facility directly rather than relying on unofficial search sites.
Detention facilities in Wake County
Wake County lists two detention facilities that house adult detainees. The facilities have a combined bed capacity of 1,574 and are operated by the Wake County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division.
| Facility | Address | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wake County Detention Center | 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh | Located approximately halfway between Raleigh and Garner |
| John H. Baker, Jr. Public Safety Center | 330 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh | Located in downtown Raleigh |
Visitation for Wake County inmates
Wake County inmate visitation is handled by video at the Wake County Detention Center, 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh. Visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance by calling the visitation scheduling line Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Review the official Wake County visitation information before scheduling, because visitor identification, dress rules, and property restrictions apply.
| Visitation item | Wake County rule |
|---|---|
| Location | Video visitation at the Wake County Detention Center, 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh |
| Visiting hours | 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. and 4 p.m.–6:30 p.m. |
| Visitation days | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday |
| County holidays | No visits are permitted on a County holiday |
| Scheduling | Call (919) 857-9103 at least 24 hours in advance |
| Visit length | One 30-minute visit per inmate each week |
Mail and digital messages
Personal mail such as letters, pictures, and drawings is digitally delivered to incarcerated residents by tablet. Packages and legal mail should still be sent to the facility.
Personal mail must include the facility name, inmate name, inmate identifier, and the required mailing address. The sender’s full name and physical address must be clearly written on the top left corner of the envelope.
Review Wake County inmate correspondence instructions before mailing anything to avoid delivery problems.
Inmate account deposits
Wake County inmate deposits may be made online through Access Corrections. Money orders, certified checks, payroll checks, and similar mailed payments must be made payable in the inmate’s full name. Personal checks are not accepted.
Money orders, certified checks, and inmate payroll checks are available after a 14-day escrow period. Cash deposits are available to the inmate immediately.
Use the official Wake County inmate account deposit instructions for current deposit procedures.
Medical information and detention records
Wake County Detention Medical Services provides medical, dental, and mental health services to residents in Wake County detention facilities. HIPAA prevents medical staff from releasing medical information without the resident’s written consent.
Requests for medical records or release of information may be sent to the Wake County Sheriff’s Office Medical Division/Medical Records at 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh, NC 27610. Wake County also lists fax numbers for the Wake County Detention Center and the Public Safety Center.
Wake County detention contacts
Use these official contacts for inmate search follow-up, visitation scheduling, detention facility questions, and medical records routing.
- Wake County Detention Center, 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh. Phone: (919) 773-7930.
- Visitation scheduling. Phone: (919) 857-9103. Scheduling hours: Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
- Wake County Sheriff’s Office, John H. Baker Public Safety Center, 330 S. Salisbury St., Raleigh, NC 27601. Phone: (919) 856-6900. Fax: (919) 856-6874.
- Wake County Sheriff’s Office Medical Division/Medical Records, 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh, NC 27610. WCDC Fax: (919) 773-3909. PSC Fax: (919) 856-2690.
Common questions
Where should I start an inmate search in Wake County?
Start with the Wake County Sheriff’s Office Detention Division because it manages the county’s adult detention facilities and provides detention-related public information.
What number should I call for the Wake County Detention Center?
Call the Wake County Detention Center at (919) 773-7930 for detention facility questions.
How do I schedule a visit with a Wake County inmate?
Call (919) 857-9103 Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visits must be scheduled 24 hours in advance.
Where are Wake County inmate visits held?
All video visits are conducted at the Wake County Detention Center, 3301 Hammond Road, Raleigh.
Can visitors bring money or property during visitation?
No. Wake County says no property or money will be received for inmates at the Visitation Center.
How should personal mail be addressed to a Wake County inmate?
Personal mail must include the facility name, the inmate’s name, the inmate identifier, and the required P.O. Box address. The sender’s full name and physical address must also appear on the envelope.
Where can I review Wake County public records request information?
For broader public records questions, use Wake County’s public records information page.